Cowboys Kicker Aubrey Balances Jury Duty and NFL

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey missed practice on Wednesday as he was fulfilling jury duty obligations in a felony assault case in Tarrant County, Texas. Although the Cowboys attempted to excuse him, Aubrey insisted on serving, and the judge is reportedly accommodating his football schedule. Aubrey, who has made 17 of 19 field goals this season, including a 65-yard kick, is expected to be available for the upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers. Despite his absence from practice, his participation in Sunday's game is not in question due to the trial not requiring sequestration. Aubrey's civic duty highlights that even professional athletes are not exempt from such responsibilities, similar to past instances with other athletes like LeBron James and Michael Phelps.