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Jay Rubin
ACL Pro Cornhole Player



Updated: October 2026

Jay “Jaybirdie Bird” Rubin will always be part of one of the most famous moments in cornhole history. In the 2022 ACL Pro Doubles World Championship final, he and Jordan Power trailed 20–2, one point from defeat, and came all the way back to win the world title. The Illinois pro played on the ACL Pro Tour from 2018 until his retirement in [year].

Jay Rubin Quick Facts

Nickname Jaybirdie Bird
Hometown
Born March 1983
ACL career 2018 – 2024?
Bag sponsor AllCornhole
Famous partner Jordan Power
World titles 1 (2022 Pro Doubles)

World Championship Titles

Year Title
2022 ACL Pro Doubles World Champion (with Jordan Power)

Career Highlights

The Greatest Comeback in Cornhole History (2022)
In the 2022 ACL Pro Doubles World Championship final, Rubin and Power fell behind 20–2, needing a miracle with their opponents one point from winning. They chipped away round after round, then finished the comeback to become world champions. The ACL still calls it “the greatest comeback in cornhole history.”

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2023

  • ACL Pro Shootout Doubles Champion with Jordan Power

2022

  • ACL Pro Doubles World Champion with Jordan Power
  • Teamed with former Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler. The pair won a Chicago qualifier to earn a spot at the ACL World Championships.

2018

  • Made his ACL pro debut, finishing 25th in singles in his first season.

[Year]

  • Retired from professional cornhole.

Playing Style and Bags

Rubin was known for a strategic, resilient game, and for never giving up on a match. The 20–2 comeback is the best example. He was sponsored by AllCornhole.

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Background

Rubin joined the ACL in 2018 and spent his career as a respected doubles player on the Pro Tour. His partnership with Jordan Power produced a world title and a Pro Shootout title. He also made headlines and TV appearances, including a 2022 run with Jay Cutler. Off the boards, his favorite hobby is still cornhole, and his favorite color is baby blue.

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FAQ

Is Jay Rubin retired?
Yes. He retired from professional cornhole in [year], after competing in the ACL since 2018.

What was Jay Rubin’s biggest win?
The 2022 ACL Pro Doubles World Championship with Jordan Power, which they won after trailing 20–2 in the final.

Who was Jay Rubin’s doubles partner?
Jordan Power. Together, they won the 2022 Pro Doubles world title and the 2023 Pro Shootout Doubles title.

Did Jay Rubin play with Jay Cutler?
Yes. In 2022, he teamed with the former Chicago Bears quarterback, and the two qualified for the ACL World Championships.

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