Feely Wins Arizona 1st District GOP Primary
Jay Feely, a former NFL kicker backed by President Trump, won the Republican primary in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, taking a pivotal step for the GOP’s aim to hold the House majority as incumbent David Schweikert shifts to a gubernatorial bid. The general election remains competitive against Democratic contenders Amish Shah and Marlene Galán-Woods, while Feely’s campaign highlights his NFL background and Trump endorsement as key assets.
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About Jay Feely
Thomas James Feely is an American former professional football player and politician. He started his playing career as a placekicker with the Florida Bobcats in the Arena Football League (AFL) as a free agent in 1999 before playing for several National Football League (NFL) teams. Following his retirement until 2025, Feely worked as a reporter and analyst for the NFL on CBS.
Everything about Jay Feely →- Occupation
- American football player, sports commentator
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- May 26, 1976, May 23, 1976