Congratulating NFL placekicker Zane Gonzalez on helping the Washington Commanders advance to the 2025 NFC Championship Game.

Texas House Resolution 146, introduced by Representative Briscoe Cain, congratulates NFL placekicker Zane Gonzalez for his role in helping the Washington Commanders advance to the 2025 NFC Championship Game. The resolution highlights Gonzalez's exceptional performance during the 2025 playoff campaign, noting that he joined the Commanders in November 2024 and successfully took over kicking duties, achieving a perfect 19 of 19 field goals. The resolution also acknowledges Gonzalez's collegiate achievements at Arizona State University, where he set records for field goals made and points by a kicker, and his professional career with the Cleveland Browns, Arizona Cardinals, and Carolina Panthers. The Texas House of Representatives adopted the resolution on May 23, 2025, by a non-record vote. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/TX/text/HR146/2025?utm_source=openai))

The resolution received positive attention, with local media outlets highlighting Gonzalez's contributions to the Commanders' success and the recognition from the Texas Legislature. The Houston Chronicle and Dallas Morning News featured articles discussing the resolution and its significance. Fans and sports commentators praised the acknowledgment of Gonzalez's impact on the team's performance.

Some critics questioned the appropriateness of a state legislature passing a resolution to congratulate an individual athlete, suggesting that such actions may be better suited for local government bodies or sports organizations. However, these critiques were limited, and the overall reception of the resolution was favorable.