Opinion | Who should win the 2022 NFL Awards? He finished the year 20-for-23, one of the best marks in the nation, while being named a 3rd Team All-American and Lou Groza award semifinalist. Ratke went a combined 4-for-6 on field goals and extra points. Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. 2 James Madison on Saturday at Zable Stadium was more challenging than playing piano with mittens. Apart from the Johnson-over-Mathis dynamic working in JMUs favor, the Dukes receivers were superior to W&Ms coverage men. We are powered by Three Notch'd Brewing, Both teams are in the mix for double byes in the SBC Tournament. All rights reserved. , 49 different kickers have played for NFL teams this season. It was a good win. He hit 5-of-7 from 50+ this past season, and offers consistent mechanics with a confident strike. After a record 525 points, James Madisons Ethan Ratke is still kicking. Still, its a good group at the top led by a very solid prospect in Cade York. Opinion | Ethan Ratke deserves a shot in the NFL, Kicking woes are seemingly at an all-time high this year. Success! Prior to enrolling at LSU, York attended the high school All American game where he hit a 59 yard field goal in game. To view the players scouting report, click on the name of the player you want to learn more about. - Kicker Ethan Ratke converted a JMU single-game record five field goals and James Madison's defense forced three turnovers and limited #23 Delaware to 109 total yards en route to a 22-10 Colonial Athletic Association football win on Saturday afternoon at Delaware Stadium. Opinion | What can the College Football Playoff learn from the FCS? Draft projection: Undrafted free agent. With the score tied at 28 and one second left in the fourth quarter, former JMU head coach Mike Houston trots out redshirt freshman kicker Ethan Ratke to attempt a 46-yard field goal, the longest of his career. If a team chooses to pick a kicker, it usually happens in later rounds. He stayed by the sidelines heaters most of the time, he said, and adrenaline pumped to the point he didnt feel the frigidness. HARRISONBURG, Va. (AP) Ethan Ratke kicked three field goals to set a Colonial Athletic Association record and top-ranked James Madison drubbed eleventh-ranked Richmond 23-6 on Saturday,. . With JMU-record six FGs, Ethan Ratke (Atlee High) sets two NCAA marks in W at W&M. NFL kickers are usually responsible for kickoff duties in addition to field goals and PATs. Contact Grant Johnson at breezesports@gmail.com. With a 23-yarder that gave JMU a 3-0 lead at the end of first quarter, Ratke set the career scoring record for an NCAA kicker, breaking the mark of 499 by Oklahomas Austin Seibert (2015-18). With the score tied at 28 and one second left in the fourth quarter, former JMU head coach Mike Houston trots out redshirt freshman kicker Ethan Ratke to attempt a 46-yard field goal, the longest of his career. Ethan Ratke made 86.3% of his field-goal attempts while at JMU, that's why. Ethan Ratke talks with Dave Thomas. Longs of the seven drafted and undrafted 2022 rookies in their last years of college? For more football coverage, follow the sports desk on Twitter @TheBreezeSports. Justin Tucker, the best kicker in the NFL? Cole Johnson hit Solomon. According to. JMU led 13-0 at halftime behind the passing of sixth-year senior quarterback Cole Johnson (334 yards, along with 46 rushing yards) and Ratkes first two FGs. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards . Tired of reading? Distance is the . That doesnt mean its impossible for Ratke to make it to the NFL: Arguably the greatest NFL kicker of all time, Adam Vinatieri, attended the FCS South Dakota State. Ratke is coming off the 2021 FCS spring season in which he was perfect by nailing 14-of-14 field goal attempts. , JMU averaged 20,017 spectators from 2015 to 2019 the third highest at the FCS level during that time. Sports Editor Madison Hricik details the the comeback, rooted in messaging from JMU head coach Curt Cignetti and graduate transfer quarterback Todd Centeio. Stories that explain the news through charts, maps, photography and videos. Hes currently job-hunting around Richmond. Chandler Staton, Appalachian State - Round Grade: PFA 9. Im in a position now where Ive been in kind of every kind of game you can imagine, Ratke said. The 2023 NFL Combine begins in less than a week, and every year we see a handful of prospects shoot, The 2022 NFL Draft class is unique in its lack of top end talent but ridiculously strong depth. He began the year as the fourth-string kicker, to be fair. In general, specialists are rarely selected in the NFL draft. I try to keep it out of my mind., Six PATs would have been preferable to six FGs, in Ratkes estimation. JMU football opened the season with two large home crowds, and with Family Weekend sold out, JMU Athletics is continuing its upward trend of ticket sales. However, Ratke averaged more yards per kickoff in his career than the three kickers who followed him. 15-for-18 FG, 39-for-39 XP. Kyles big on that because Kyle really has no superstitions at all. Even at the biggest programs, college kicking can be cause for concern. Since NFL games average more spectators than FCS games, scouts may have concerns about Ratkes lack of experience in high-pressure environments. Contact BNB Football with any questions, comments, suggestions, or business inquiries. Ratke remembered that Dec. 8 Friday night as very cold, he said in a text to The Breeze. 8-for-11 from 40-49 yards, 2-for-2 from 50+, long of 54. Confirmed with a source that the #Colts & #Chargers both "love" @JMUFootball QB Cole Johnson, with Colts going as far as to compare him to Matt Ryan. 2020, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS JMU kicker Ethan Ratke, a former first team All-Metro honoree in his junior and senior seasons at Atlee, made a record five field goals for the Dukes Saturday. That was the moment Ratke solidified his place in JMU football history. Prior to enrolling at LSU, York attended the high . pic.twitter.com/imkhhDUc5H. | JMU Sports News Podcast, Basketballs are Poised for Solid Finishes? If you watch every single one of our operations from the time we walk out there to the time we leave, every single kick weve done, they look identical even down to the little handshakes. His leg strength is as good as youll ever find from a kicker prospect, include elite hang time on his kickoffs, making him able to lead a phenomenal special teams kickoff coverage unit. Jonathan Doerer, Notre Dame - Round Grade: FA, 14. With just over three minutes left in the 2017 FCS Quarterfinals, JMU was trailing 28-20 with its . It includes Georgias Kevin Butler, the only place-kicker in the College Football Hall of Fame. Despite the attendance disparity, kickers from lower divisions of college football have found success in the NFL. Error! The previous record was 61 yards, set by Adam Vinatieri of . Required fields are marked *. His longest made field goal at JMU was the 46-yarder versus Weber State in the FCS quarterfinals. Hes also knocked through 176 PATs during his JMU career. Contact Logan Skinner at skinnela@dukes.jmu.edu. His career long is 48 yards but he says he spent time in the offseason working to add distance to his kicks. Jack and Bennett discuss the insanity that is SBC Basketball and look at how the Spring sports are faring a few weeks into the season. Cloudy. It was relatively smooth sailing for Ratke at first. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. According to an article published by Zach Miller on. Ratkes most notable kick came in the quarterfinals of the 2017 FCS Playoffs when his 46-yard field goal as time expired gave the Dukes a dramatic win over Weber State at Bridgeforth Stadium. This was the last dance until who knows when for these programs that have met 44 times in a series that kicked off in 1978. In the pandemic-delayed 2020 season played in the spring Ratke made all 14 of his field goals. He had a couple unfortunate misses when he got into his head a little bit, but hes money every time he goes on the field.. His holder, Miller, described Ratkes on-the-field demeanor as level-headed.. During fall practice in 2020, Ratke said he will use his extra year of eligibility and return to JMU for the 2021 fall season. 5-10 / 186 Hometown Mechanicsville, Va. High School Atlee Major Public Administration Bio Related Stats Historical Biography JMU & FCS Career Records BNB Football is the best place for in-depth analysis of 2022 kicker prospects at all levels of college football. Sports writer Jackson Hephner details what the system can learn from the FCS and what changes can be made. 4-for-6 from 40-49 yards, 5-for-7 from 50+, long of 56. Zuerlein has made 82% of his field-goal attempts and ranks 13th in scoring by a kicker this season. The left side of his right cleat was lined with openings, starting at his big toe. Season wrap-up: College football cant ruin the magic of college football, no matter how hard it tries. Annalicia Goodman shines in Dukes' win over Tribe, 67-39. Cloudy. Ratke is the Colonia Athletic Association career leader in field goals and scoring. (Stats Perform) - The FCS college football season is passing the midseason mark this weekend, although some teams have played over half of their schedule, depending on bye weeks. Winds light and variable. 15 Towson in the last game of the regular season that year. We are powered by Three Notch'd! VILLANOVA, Pa. D'Angelo Amos returned two punts of more than 80 yards for touchdowns, Ethan Ratke kicked three field goals and James Madison rebounded from a stinging loss with a 37-0 shutout . 2021 was a hectic year from the start to the end, JMU athletics constantly provided notabl, JMU football had a strong third quarter in its matchup with North Dakota State but ultimately fell to the Bison 20-14. You can cancel at any time. The superstition just comes from the stress and it being a new thing when I first started, Ratke said. USCs fever dream: At the Trojans spring game, minds long addled with college football might struggle to remember where all of the players and coaches used to be. Yeah, hes better. W&M was zip for 10 on third downs. I thought special teams overall was good and Ratke made some long field goals tonight, said Cignetti, following Fridays practice. The risk of damage from hurricane winds will shift in coming decades. To view other positions, follow the links below. Ratkes most notable kick came in the quarterfinals of the 2017 FCS Playoffs when his 46-yard I think Ratke (417 points, 75 field goals) JMUs Ethan Ratke on breaking records, clearing his headspace before a kick, and the Dukes big matchup on Saturday vs Weber St. Ethan Ratke on breaking records, He has scored 366 points, the most ever by a CAA kicker and 10th all-time in FCS history. The list of kickers Ratke blew by this year includes Daniel Carlson of Auburn, who now kicks for the Las Vegas Raiders. According to an article published by Zach Miller on Medium, JMU averaged 20,017 spectators from 2015 to 2019 the third highest at the FCS level during that time. JMU is 2-0 to open Sun Belt Conference play and still hasn't played a complete 60 minutes where it's dominated in all three facets of the game. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but. Please subscribe to keep reading. The NCAA has issued guidelines for schools, but boosters like Miamis John Ruiz arent worried. Sports Editor Grant Johnson and Breeze TV Anchor Joshua Dixon go inside the fan and on-field environment in Boone, North Carolina, and what it meant to the JMU players to have the support it did on the road. This, then, is an ode to the operation because Radkes historic run is about the repetition that creates a rhythm that is built on a relationship among three players who have been doing this long enough that they have an understanding of and appreciation for their craft. Davis job frequently became helping Ratke, his roommate, simplify the job, encouraging him to just kick the ball. After throwing for 3,779 yards, 41 touchdowns, and only four interceptions last season, its clear Johnson can make a variety of throws and lead an offense. A 36-yard touchdown pass and successful extra point from Weber State left the JMU faithful silent. I think had we been in the Sun Belt for the last few years, his opportunity gets better. ADVERTISEMENT After the fumble recovery, Johnson threw a 21-yard scoring pass to Antwane Wells in the end zone. NFL Draft Bible 2022 kicker rankings for the NFL Draft, with scouting reports and draft information linked to player names. Fifty-two is more than someone has seen for me in the game, but most guys are going in and going back to 60 in their pro day, like the guys who were getting signed or taken to a minicamp.. Ratke needs to deliver on kickoffs and long field goals if he wants to make an NFL roster. Copyright 2021 WHSV. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) Ethan Ratke kicked a career-high four field goals and James Madison bounced back from its lone loss of the season with a 19-3 win over Richmond. Liam Fornadel wouldve tied for 4th most bench press reps of offensive lineman that participated in that drill at the NFL Combine. You are currently viewing the best kickers in the 2022 NFL Draft. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but the Dukes trailed 10-9 at the half. At least five kickers will have a legitimate chance at grabbing an NFL roster spot, with the ideal mix of leg strength and accuracy. His confidence has certainly rubbed off on me.. I cant do my job if he doesnt do his, and I have the utmost trust in Kyle., With good reason: For each of Daviss years at James Madison, his bio reads, Did not have one bad snap all season.. Staff writer Will Moran breaks down what to expect from the 2-2 Bobcats during what looks to be a rainy Family Weekend at Bridgeforth Stadium on Saturday. Thats 81 kicks and 77 makes a success rate of 95.1 percent. That doesnt mean well never play William & Mary again, or Richmond. The jump between the FCS and the NFL is massive, but the expectation isnt really that Johnson become a starter. I think I just try to think about the next kick and you know, if I miss in practice, I put it in the back of my mind and focus on the next one, said Ratke. In last years draft, the Cincinnati Bengals used a fifth-round pick to draft Evan Mcpherson out of Florida. Either of them. Ive seen some JMU fans float the idea that an NFL team could use him as a short field-goal kicker, while also rostering someone who handles kickoffs and long field goals. Hes in the mix to be a late-round pick, but seeing Johnsons name flash across the screen during the draft would be a pleasant surprise for fans rather than an expected outcome. The lineup includes three home dual meets,. Eventually it was just like a big hole that was there, and so I felt like a big hole was kind of impacting, catching on the ground when I kicked, and that made me want to switch.. On December 8, 2013, Broncos placekicker Matt Prater hits on a 64-yard field goal towards the conclusion of the first half. Hes got the leg speed and consistent mechanics that you look for in a place kicker, with plenty of experience kicking in big games. In a Saturday filled with upsets across the Sun Belt Conference, there was an overall sense . An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. What makes the Justices so elite? Ethan Ratke, James Madison - Round Grade: PFA 8. Featuring the latest in news, opinion, culture and sports from The Breeze. More than that: Ratke is just five points behind the FBS scoring leader for any position, former Navy quarterback Keenan Reynolds, and just 19 points behind the FCS scoring leader for any position, former Villanova running back Brian Westbrook. That would be Kyle Davis, JMUs long snapper, and Alex Miller, JMUs holder. Can he hit from 50+ consistently? He repped 225 on the Bench Press 27 times and showed athleticism at a slimmed down 280 pounds: @MikeGreene__ @JMUCurtCignetti pic.twitter.com/pCjaGzxWRP. One kicker got drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft in April and six were signed as undrafted free agents all from Power 5 programs. Additionally, Ratke has a whopping total of 540 points, most all-time among college kickers and second among scorers from all positions. 3-for-4 from 40-49 yards, 5-for-7 from 50+, long of 56. To view other positions, follow the links below. Four of the 33 NFL kickers whove attempted a field goal in 2022 are products of the FCS or lower division schools, or schools that were FCS for the beginning of their college careers. Chandler Staton, Appalachian State - Round Grade: PFA, 9. He didnt get too many chances to show his leg strength in college games, but he impressed with a 54 yarder in game this year. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. The Tribe host Richmond in their usual season-ending rivalry game. JMU, coming off a 32-28 come-from-behind win vs. App State last week, now sets its sights on Texas State. Andrew Mevis is a transfer from FCS school Fordham, where he rarely had the opportunity to kick field goals other than in 2019. Ratke reached 100 career field goals, extending his own FCS record and breaking the NCAA record of 96 held by Arizona State's Zane Gonzalez (2013-16). Even though no more than 3 will get selected in the draft, several more are signed as free agents, and many more receive a training camp invite. Ratke knows his other knock: He hasnt attempted many long in-game field goals, and he wasnt the primary kickoff specialist at JMU except for in 2017, when Gray went down. Photos: Tornadoes and severe winds cause damage in Oklahoma, Rescue search for survivors after migrant boat shipwreck, join the Sun Belt Conference and the Football Bowl Subdivision, Southern California and UCLA announced they are leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten, most Americans are still enjoying college sports, Kirby Smart finally vanquished Nick Saban. Wheres Ratke now? If you want a guy whos going to kick a field goal and not miss inside 50 yards, its Ethan Ratke, OKelly said. JMUs pro day on March 23 allowed Ratke to show off his leg in front of 20-plus NFL scouts. Could he handle kickoffs reliably? No. PUBLISHED: October 14, 2018 at 4:45 a.m. | UPDATED: December 12, 2018 at 1:21 p.m. D'Angelo Amos returned two punts of more than 80 yards for touchdowns, Ethan Ratke kicked three field goals. Kicks for the last game of the seven drafted and undrafted 2022 rookies in their last years of?. 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