John Carney is a 23-year NFL veteran, Super Bowl champion, and one of the most accomplished place-kickers in professional football history. Over the course of his career, he earned Pro Bowl honors, appeared in 302 NFL games after entering the league as an undrafted free agent, and ranked fifth all-time in points scored at the time of his retirement.
John is the founder of Carney Ventures, LLC and Carney Training Facility in Carlsbad, California. As an internationally respected coach and mentor, he trains and equips kickers and punters to perform with excellence at the high school, college, and professional levels. His leadership has helped shape the careers of hundreds of elite specialists while promoting character, discipline, and confidence.
Beyond football, John is an innovator and entrepreneur. He holds multiple patents and continues to develop tools and solutions that support athlete development, including portable football goalposts, golf training aids, and digital coaching platforms. John earned his degree in business from the University of Notre Dame, where he also played collegiate football. He remains connected to the Notre Dame community and to the broader world of athletics through speaking, mentoring, and faith-based outreach.
A committed Catholic, John lives by the priorities of faith, family, and service. He is active in parish life, supports several Catholic ministries, and speaks regularly at men’s conferences, schools, and church events. He and his wife, Holly, have three children—Luke, JD, and Keely—and live in California. As a speaker, John shares his deep faith, professional insight, and personal testimony with clarity and conviction. His message encourages audiences to trust God, lead with humility, and pursue greatness with integrity.
Additional Stats
2,062 Career Points, 5th in NFL History
82.4% Field Goal Accuracy
22/24 Clutch Kicking Success
23 Years NFL Experience
2X Pro Bowls 2 Time Pro Bowl Player
Super Bowl XXIX San Diego Chargers
Super Bowl XLIV New Orleans Saints Player/Coach
50 Greatest San Diego Chargers
Notre Dame Sports Illustrated All Time Team
4 Decades Of Active Play (1 of 3 Players in NFL History)
Age 44 Oldest Player Ever to play in a Pro Bowl (Feb 2009)
HOF New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Florida High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame
Chargers NFL Man of the Year 5 times
