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I try to keep it out of my mind., Six PATs would have been preferable to six FGs, in Ratkes estimation. His mechanics are quick and consistent, with a confident and clean kick. A few congratulatory handshakes at the pro day from scouts didnt amount to anything more. NEWARK, Del. Vinatieri had a fruitful career with the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts, winning four Super Bowls and kicking the game-winning field goal in the, Editors Perspective: Covering JMU sports in 2021, Opinion | Top 10 JMU sports moments of 2021, JMU's season comes to a close after falling to NDSU 20-14, JMU and NDSU fans team up to support local charities, JMU and NDSU tailgating fun in Fargo, North Dakota. The Draft Scout Database provides Many different Functions, Sorts, Exports & More for more than 25 Major Clients the past 15 Years. The Dukes and Monarchs mens soccer tied 0-0 despite each team accumulating over 12 shots. 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. Error! Ratke's kick was true, sparing the Dukes overtime, extending their winning streak to 25 games and propelling them to a 4:30 p.m. Saturday semifinal against visiting South Dakota State. Former JMU kicker Ethan Ratke (2016-21) potentiates his right foot on an extra point against Montana in the FCS quarterfinals Dec. 5, 2021. But if Johnson cant steer the offense into the end zone, watch the operation come onto the field from the home sideline Davis up to the line, Miller doing the same handshake with his kicker, Ratke with the boot. If he was thrown off a little bit, you could tell it threw him off, Davis said. 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. So, I remember kind of keeping that in mind, and then start thinking about all the other goals I would want to achieve throughout my career.. He began the year as the fourth-string kicker, to be fair. At least five kickers will have a legitimate chance at grabbing an NFL roster spot, with the ideal mix of leg strength and accuracy. If you want a guy whos going to kick a field goal and not miss inside 50 yards, its Ethan Ratke, OKelly said. 20-for-26 FG, 57-for-58XP. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. . Ratke said he generally doesnt monitor where he is on NCAA career lists, but added, when it gets this big, its hard to avoid. Hes kicked in big games, and hasnt shown any issues with pressure scenarios. 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.. But the cleats accumulated holes. Sports Editor Madison Hricik details the the comeback, rooted in messaging from JMU head coach Curt Cignetti and graduate transfer quarterback Todd Centeio. A 36-yard touchdown pass and successful extra point from Weber State left the JMU faithful silent. Davis said he has been long snapping since sixth grade. 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. Its Dec. 8, 2017. 3. He said he didnt think much of it. See the impact by Zip code. I think they got overlooked purely because we're in a conference where there was no really other good teams. He cant fit into those Weber State size 8 1/2s anymore, but he thinks he still has them somewhere. Hes got the leg speed and consistent mechanics that you look for in a place kicker, with plenty of experience kicking in big games. Low 39F. Justin Tucker, the best kicker in the NFL? 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. You have permission to edit this article. Hes close to becoming the FCS all-time field goal record-holder. The Dukes (10-1) are seeded third in the FCS tournament, and the headliners Saturday afternoon will include quarterback Cole Johnson, the CAAs offensive player of the year. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Ryan Coe had a 51-yard field goal for the Blue Hens and Zach Gwynn found James Collins for a 26-yard touchdown. Your email address will not be published. I can just go and do my thing. Thats whats special about him. Why are we including a section on a kicker who never made a field goal of 50 yards or longer in an NFL Draft story? His routine in game weeks is the same: After class Thursday evenings, he abandons schoolwork and begins to focus on the game. Yeah, hes better. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Then, I think ever since that Weber State kick, he really had that I'm a dog mentality, and he was he was a dog.. Ratke's third field goal the longest in JMU postseason history capped . Hes a versatile lineman who dominated FCS foes for much of his career. His confidence has certainly rubbed off on me.. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but the Dukes trailed 10-9 at the half. I don't want this to be the peak of my career, Ratke recalled telling himself. Fair enough the drive ended in three points for the road team. Hall of Fame coach Chris Ault has been named to the College Football Playoff selection committee, along with Miami (Ohio) athletic director David Sayler and Washington athletic director Jennifer Cohen. When youre playing a good team like that, you have to minimize all the things that can cause you to lose or be detrimental to your opportunities to be successful, Tribe coach Mike London said. Ratke, not on an NFL roster, is readying for an opportunity. The Dukes (9-1, 6-1 CAA), headed to the FBS, track toward their last CAA title. We want to be perfect. Mechanicsville man charged with 10 child porn counts, Virginia State Superintendent Jillian Balow resigns, Dan Snyder is under investigation over line of credit taken out by Commanders, Mike Rhoades after VCU clinched A-10 regular-season title, Lionel Messi named men's Player of the Year at the 2022 Best FIFA Awards. W&M was zip for 10 on third downs. High 67F. We are presented by Three Notch'd Brewing! One kicker got drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft in April and six were signed as undrafted free agents all from Power 5 programs. JMU won. Longs of the seven drafted and undrafted 2022 rookies in their last years of college? Ratke went a combined 4-for-6 on field goals and extra points. Sometimes we break it down before games, our little specialist huddle, before we take the field, Lets be perfect today. We approach every single kick, snap and hold that it could be the changing play of the game.. Ethan Ratke 37 Yd Field Goal: 3rd Quarter: 6:49: Richmond field goal. All 10 FBS commissioners are unanimous in their support for three proposed rules changes that aim to shorten the length of college football games, ACC commissioner Jim Phillips told ESPN. It includes former Washington Football Team kickers Dustin Hopkins, Kai Forbath, Nick Novak and even the injured incumbent, Joey Slye, all in the top 20 all-time. After a record 525 points, James Madisons Ethan Ratke is still kicking. 1 ranking in country. reported that the Los Angeles Chargers had the lowest attendance of all NFL teams in 2019 with an average of 31,750 fans over 11,000 more than JMU. Chance of a morning shower. Theres a couple of big name kickers at the top of the class who were top recruits have been on the NFL radar for multiple years, and a few more prospects who had great seasons and workouts. 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. Ratke felt he had to keep his pair. Ratke working to add more distance as he closes in on record, Dog found dead under suspicious circumstances, SCSO says, ACSO looking for suspicious man in the Weyers Cave area, Pilot identified in fatal plane crash near Hillsville, Charlie Obaugh RV & Outdoor Student Athlete of the Week. Having graduated from JMU in December 2020, Ratke is pursuing a masters in public administration. BNB Football is the best place for in-depth analysis of 2022 kicker prospects at all levels of college football. Copyright 2021 WHSV. Contact Logan Skinner at skinnela@dukes.jmu.edu. Hes just like: Nothing really matters. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. Saturday (April 24) at Bridgeforth Stadium. Percy Agyei-Obese 1 Yd Run (Ethan Ratke Kick) 7:00: James Madison field goal. JMU leads the series 27-17, with six consecutive victories. He know has 67 for his career. Covington rushed for 86 yards, including the long touchdown run, and Pringle finished the day with eight catches for 132 yards and the game-winning score. He said hes kicking 3-4 times a week. Caleb Shudak, Iowa St - Round Grade: PFA, 10. They have all been there enough, they have all done it enough, to the point that each made kick just furthers football history. The lineup includes three home dual meets,. Even though his longest field goal was only 51, he showed at the Kohls Pro Combine an ability to hit from beyond 60, and kick out of the back of the end zone with ease. According to The Football Database, 49 different kickers have played for NFL teams this season. Ethan Ratke, James Madison - Round Grade: PFA 8. Opinion | What can the College Football Playoff learn from the FCS? 2022: |QB|WR|RB|FB|TE|OT|G|C|DT|EDGE| LB|S|CB|K|P|LS|OVERALL|. Featuring the latest in news, opinion, culture and sports from The Breeze. He repped 225 on the Bench Press 27 times and showed athleticism at a slimmed down 280 pounds: @MikeGreene__ @JMUCurtCignetti pic.twitter.com/pCjaGzxWRP. He was an absolutely insane 15-of-19 from 50+ in his time there, and gets excellent height on his kicks to avoid the getting blocked. Davis job frequently became helping Ratke, his roommate, simplify the job, encouraging him to just kick the ball. One of them, senior Tribe safety Gage Herdman, was ejected after being flagged for targeting on a Johnson first-half scramble. With just over three minutes left in the 2017 FCS Quarterfinals, JMU was trailing 28-20 with its . 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. 20-for-23 FG, 32-for-32 XP. While Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the Dukes, he hasn't a made a lot of long field goals. Dallas Cowboys kicker Greg Zuerlein played for two different Division II programs University of Nebraska-Omaha and Missouri Western before he was drafted in the sixth round of the 2012 NFL draft by the St. Louis Rams. New Orleans, Washington and Detroit have each used four different kickers. NEWARK, Del. Error! JMU limited W&M to 80 first-half yards and led 23-0 late in the third quarter. Season wrap-up: College football cant ruin the magic of college football, no matter how hard it tries. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. After the first 30 minutes of JMU vs. Texas State, Sports Editor Grant Johnson shares the good, bad and the ugly of Family Weekend's first half as the Dukes lead, 19-0. Ratke overtook kickoff duties, made 4-of-5 field goals and all extra points in his first four full games. This article was published more than1 year ago. 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. Percy Agyei-Obese 1 yd run (Ethan Ratke kick) 1: James Madison Dukes: Jake Brown 21 yd pass from Ben DiNucci (Ethan Ratke kick) 2: Monmouth-New Jersey Hawks: Terrance Greene Jr. 32 yd pass from Kenji Bahar (Matt Mosquera kick) 2: James Madison Dukes: Ben DiNucci 6 yd run (Ethan Ratke kick) 2: James Madison Dukes: Ethan Ratke 39 yd FG: 2: James . 69-year-old suffers stroke in his N.C. home; Realtor showing house leaves him there. The final record that is on the line entering November may not be decided until the FCS Playoffs. Ratke only served as the kickoff specialist for one year, as kickoff duties were handled by former JMU kicker Tyler Gray in 2018, redshirt sophomore Connor Madden in 2020 and redshirt sophomore Camden Wise in 2019 and 2021. Distance is the . His holder, Miller, described Ratkes on-the-field demeanor as level-headed.. Winds light and variable. He ate the same snacks, wore his socks a specific way. Find who might be worthy of a draft pick, and who is nothing more than a training camp body. The risk of damage from hurricane winds will shift in coming decades. This year has been a whirlwind of events for JMU sports. The sixth-largest crowd in Kidd Brewer Stadium history quieted Saturday at the end of JMUs first drive versus Appalachian State. Given Johnsons lengthy collegiate career and offensive knowledge he played under multiple coaches and coordinators he seems like a good guy to have around as a reserve. 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. Luis Aguilar, Northern Arizona - Round Grade: FA, 13. Hes never been them most accurate kicker, but has avoided longer slumps and has shown good mental toughness. James Madison is preparing to host VMI in the first round of the FCS Playoffs. JMUs pro day on March 23 allowed Ratke to show off his leg in front of 20-plus NFL scouts. 2 James Madison on Saturday at Zable Stadium was more challenging than playing piano with mittens. An FCS scout tweeted after JMUs Pro Day that the Colts and Chargers could be interested in his services. High 67F. Ethan Ratke - Football - James Madison University Athletics 2021 Football Roster 91 Ethan Ratke Year Redshirt Senior Position Kicker Ht./Wt. 1. Find draft sleepers, draft stars, who will be a bust, and who is being undervalued. Im in a position now where Ive been in kind of every kind of game you can imagine, Ratke said. Cade York is the rare 3rd year kicker who decided to enter the draft early, and it doesn't surprise me at all. It was the NFL's longest field goal in history. The starting kicker, then-junior Tyler Gray (2015-18), injured his hip flexor against William & Mary during the seventh regular season game in that same year. Mike Greene wouldve been tied for second amongst participating DL with Kayvon Thibodeaux #ProReady https://t.co/O5NPI37kRe. It includes Georgias Kevin Butler, the only place-kicker in the College Football Hall of Fame. JMU swim and dive head coach Dane Pedersen revealed the Dukes 2022-23 schedule Thursday afternoon. 24-for-28 FG, 36-for-36 XP. He said Wise, Ratkes replacement, is the polar opposite of Ratke. He holds the JMU and Colonial Athletic Association records for career field goals (72) and points scored (392). T. Its not about me at all, he said. Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Success! And yet heres Ratke, a fifth-year senior, on his status. In the pandemic-delayed 2020 season played in the spring Ratke made all 14 of his field goals. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but. 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.. 15-for-18 FG, 39-for-39 XP. If were in that situation, Id want to go out and kick that., Ratke added: Ive definitely been trying to add distance and I have worked with some kicking coaches and things like that to try and improve and just more accurate.. He stayed by the sidelines heaters most of the time, he said, and adrenaline pumped to the point he didnt feel the frigidness. Your email address will not be published. Distance is the question Ratke needs to answer. Cole Johnson hit Solomon. 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. Jake Larson 22 Yd Field Goal: 0:00: James Madison field goal. He said JMU just hadnt been in positions to try many long kicks while he had the job. Ratke is the Colonia Athletic Association career leader in field goals and scoring. WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) Ethan Ratke kicked a school-record six field goals and set two NCAA records in James Madison's 32-22 victory over William & Mary. No. pic.twitter.com/imkhhDUc5H. Cade York, LSU. Im guessing Greene will have a line of suitors when teams start signing undrafted free agents. Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops says transfer QB Devin Leary, who had season-ending surgery in 2022 for a pectoral injury, is "close to full go" for the Wildcats. With the win, the Dukes move to 3-0 and host Texas State for Family Weekend next Saturday. 3-for-4 from 40-49 yards, 5-for-7 from 50+, long of 56. Since 2001, made Public in 2003, Draft Scout has been the Gold Standard Industry Leading Database Build for Compiling & Charting College Football Prospects from Prep to Pro. I hear about it from other guys all the time. This immediately put him on the NFL radar, as he was considered more of a power kicker opposed to an accurate kicker entering that year. Well, not every time. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Independent Contractor (Newspaper Carrier), Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office ends affiliation with Reelz TV show 'On Patrol: Live', Former Virginia basketball coach Terry Holland dies after battling Alzheimer's, Nebraska cheerleader competes by herself at state competition, but crowd doesn't let her feel alone, Former NFL star Chad Johnson says he saved money by living inside Cincinnati Bengals stadium for 2 years. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.. Cloudy in the evening, then off and on rain showers after midnight. Next: The Dukes wrap up their regular season at home against Towson. Davis accused him of eating the same Chipotle meal every Thursday, a practice Ratke said he has weaned himself of. Find your friends on Facebook. More than that: No college kicker, at any level, has scored more than Ratkes 525 points. You have permission to edit this article. . Why Movieland says you have to be 17 to attend a movie after 7:30 p.m. Farmville native caught with 42 lbs of cocaine, $862K in drug money gets 17 years, Ashland dairy farm announces Farmview Creamery to help modernize business, Fired RPS employee sues school district, alleges misuse of federal funds, Norment, long among the most powerful in the Capitol, is retiring, Bezos 'ban' may speed up Commanders sale as league meeting looms. Being selected in the NFL Draft isnt a common occurrence for JMU football players, but that trend can certainly change in coming years with the Dukes moving to the FBS. Wise is more relaxed, while Ratke worked himself up before many kicks. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We break down the Sun Belt Men's and Women's Tournament and take a look across the world of spring sports. Johnson seems like JMUs best bet to have a player picked in the 2022 NFL Draft, thanks in part to a solid showing at JMUs Pro Day. Standing at 57", Shudak has phenomenal leg strength as a kickoff specialist, and finally got the opportunity to show what he could do on field goals this past year, hitting 24-of-28 on the year, including an extremely impressive 11-of-13 from 40+ yards. Ratke getting drafted would be a shock, but his accuracy makes him a prime candidate to earn a tryout with a team. That set the stage for the first of three first-half field goals, a 30-yarder, by the reliable Ratke, the . There could be a competitive market for his services if he goes undrafted. Davis became Ratkes snapper in 2018, Miller his holder the following fall. With sponsorship from Northwestern Mutual, the game was officially known as the NCAA FCS Football Championship Presented by Northwestern Mutual . Now that his collegiate career has ended, hes proven that hes ready to take the next step. Ratke, who is preparing for his sixth season with the Dukes, has already put together a storied career. No kicker at any division has ever kicked more. While Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the Dukes, he hasnt a made a lot of long field goals. Potential Hall of Famer Adam Vinatieri played college ball at South Dakota State back when the Jackrabbits competed in Division II. Wheres Ratke now? 7-for-7 from 40-49 yards, 4-for-6 from 50+, long of 51. You can cancel at any time. It was played at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, on January 6, 2018, with kickoff at 12:00 noon EST, and was the culminating game of the 2017 FCS Playoffs. I always relate the field goal operation to shooting a free throw, said Davis, the long snapper. It was relatively smooth sailing for Ratke at first. Our top kicker prospects are selected after thousands of hours carefully scouting the best place kickers in college football. The biggest question for Shudak is his untested mental fortitude. That was the moment Ratke solidified his place in JMU football history. In 2019 and 2020, the Dukes had players (Jimmy Moreland and Ben DiNucci) taken in the seventh round of their respective draft years. JMUs Kris Thornton slipped behind William & Marys Ryan Poole for a long completion Saturday at Zable Stadium. It should look identical each time out. Scoring Summary; Second Quarter: Rich: JMU: Rich: TD: 10:20: Tyler Wilkins 9 yd pass from Kyle Lauletta (Griffin Trau kick) 7: 0: JMU: TD: 6:30: Marcus Marshall 4 yd run (Ethan Ratke kick) Even at the biggest programs, college kicking can be cause for concern. AP File According to. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.. Cloudy in the evening, then off and on rain showers after midnight. Contributing writer Kaiden Bridges dives into what's at the forefront of the back line's success and the buy-in to JMU's philosophy that's aided its 6-2-3 start. Ethan Ratke kicked a school record five field goals to back a sturdy defense and James Madison smothered Delaware 22-10 on Saturday. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. You are currently viewing the best kickers in the 2022 NFL Draft. In last years draft, the Cincinnati Bengals used a fifth-round pick to draft Evan Mcpherson out of Florida. It was a good win. You go through the same routine no matter when the kick happens or where youre kicking from. NEWARK, Del. However, Ratke averaged more yards per kickoff in his career than the three kickers who followed him. Elon's Skyler Davis hits from afar and JMU's Ethan Ratke becomes the NCAA's all time points leader. Sports Editor Madison Hricik recaps the rainy, sloppy Dukes win. Former Georgia star Jalen Carter, one of the top prospects in next month's NFL draft, has been charged with reckless driving and racing in conjunction with the crash that killed a teammate and a recruiting staff member. 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. | JMU Sports News Podcast. Parker White, South Carolina - Round Grade: PFA, 12. Since the rule change, kickers have become less automatic with their point after touchdowns (PATs). 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 . The Tribe host Richmond in their usual season-ending rivalry game. (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. There was a problem saving your notification. He finished his public administration graduate program at JMU in the summer after interning at enCircle, a nonprofit that provides services for people with disabilities. Connor Culp, Nebraska - Round Grade: FA. Jerry Brewer: As college sports change, coaches must stop whining and amplify new voices. I feel like anywhere from 52 (yards) and in, Id want to go out for. 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). JMU stabilized and won 32-22, probably knocking the Tribe (6-4, 4-3 CAA) out of the FCS playoff picture. Liam Fornadel wouldve tied for 4th most bench press reps of offensive lineman that participated in that drill at the NFL Combine. Opinion | Who should win the 2022 NFL Awards? On senior day in 2021, when JMU wore all black, Ratke still sported his white cleats. The previous record was 61 yards, set by Adam Vinatieri of . Even after completing its final FCS season, JMU boasts a few players who stand a chance of being drafted at this months NFL Draft. He would freak out throughout the game and stuff, so I just tried to play that calming role., With time, Ratke stopped worrying so much before every kick. Its almost like a security blanket.. #NFLDraft. You have permission to edit this article. 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. Vinatieri had a fruitful career with the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts, winning four Super Bowls and kicking the game-winning field goal in the 2004 Super Bowl. 25 Tribe went with a rusty quarterback, Hollis Mathis. It would just kind of be like a tear, and it just slowly opened up even more from just the impact on the ground, Ratke said. James Madisons process brings nothing but comfort. JMU defeated App State yesterday, 32-28, after falling behind 28-3 in the second quarter and storming back with 22 unanswered points in the second half. Greene posted 27 reps on the bench press at JMUs Pro Day, which wouldve been among the best bench press performances at the NFL Combine, which features many of the best prospects in the draft. By the end of Week 3, the 33 kickers whove attempted a field goal are 79.7% on 174 attempts. Chance of rain 60%. 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