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. Ethan Ratke made 86.3% of his field-goal attempts while at JMU, thats why. Since NFL games average more spectators than FCS games, scouts may have concerns about Ratkes lack of experience in high-pressure environments. Kyles big on that because Kyle really has no superstitions at all. 2-for-3 from 40-49 yards, 1-for-2 from 50+, long of 50. Opinion | Ethan Ratke deserves a shot in the NFL, Kicking woes are seemingly at an all-time high this year. It was the NFL's longest field goal in history. Even still, they were his shoes, his cleats, after all, which he said he wanted to roll with the whole season. Im not sure the fit makes a ton of sense on either team, but it appears theres at least NFL interest surrounding Johnson. This article was published more than1 year ago. Ratke, not on an NFL roster, is readying for an opportunity. 1 JMU is hosting unseeded Weber State in the FCS quarterfinals. You are currently viewing the best kickers in the 2022 NFL Draft. , JMU averaged 20,017 spectators from 2015 to 2019 the third highest at the FCS level during that time. And yet heres Ratke, a fifth-year senior, on his status. To view other positions, follow the links below. Said Cignetti of Ratke: Money in the bank.. (AP) Ethan Ratke kicked a school record five field goals to back a sturdy defense and James Madison smothered Delaware 22-10 on Saturday. 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. Potential Hall of Famer Adam Vinatieri played college ball at South Dakota State back when the Jackrabbits competed in Division II. New Orleans, Washington and Detroit have each used four different kickers. 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. The Tribe elected to play junior Mathis at QB rather than freshman Darius Wilson, who had been the starter for all but one game this season. WILLIAMSBURG For so long, it seemed William & Marys assignment of scoring against No. He has scored 366 points, the most ever by a CAA kicker and 10th all-time in FCS history. Sports Editor Madison Hricik details the the comeback, rooted in messaging from JMU head coach Curt Cignetti and graduate transfer quarterback Todd Centeio. Having never made a kick of 50 yards or more, Ratke lacks the range that other NFL prospects possess, but he makes up for it with his consistency. ADVERTISEMENT After the fumble recovery, Johnson threw a 21-yard scoring pass to Antwane Wells in the end zone. 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. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but. His confidence has certainly rubbed off on me.. While Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the Dukes, he hasnt a made a lot of long field goals. NFL teams are preparing their upcoming draft boards, which means that The NFL Draft Bible is preparing you for another draft year with 2022 NFL Draft rankings. Log In. 25 Tribe went with a rusty quarterback, Hollis Mathis. 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.. Davis said he has been long snapping since sixth grade. He began the year as the fourth-string kicker, to be fair. You know I think hes broke a lot of records and he was money in the bank today and he is most of the time, said JMU head coach Curt Cignetti following Saturdays game. Ethan Ratke kicked four field goals. Luis Aguilar, Northern Arizona - Round Grade: FA, 13. He know has 67 for his career. The Cowboys determined that DiNucci was worthy of a seventh-round pick, and theres no reason to believe a team couldnt take a flier on Johnson. 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. Its easy to be confident when I have a great holder and a great snapper and everybody is supporting me all the time. Ethan Ratke 37 Yd Field Goal: 3rd Quarter: 6:49: Richmond field goal. He. 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. 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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. Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. 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.. Chandler Staton, Appalachian State - Round Grade: PFA 9. Ratke also earned the 2021 Fred Mitchell Award, which is given to the best kicker at the FCS, Division II and Division III levels. Featuring the latest in news, opinion, culture and sports from The Breeze. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. We want to be perfect. Sports Editor Grant Johnson recounts Davis' football life to this point, which spans from an impromptu long snapping football camp in middle school and gaining respect at JMU to vying for an NFL job after this season. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Davis guessed they amassed 5,000-6,000 snap-hold-kick reps together. Darts and Pats is the place to do it. Ratke is the Colonia Athletic Association career leader in field goals and scoring. Contact Grant Johnson at breezesports@gmail.com. JMU plays Texas State during the Family Weekend game tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. Sports Editor Grant Johnson delves into the mindset of head coach Curt Cignetti and the players going it as 22-point favorites. NEWARK, Del. Jake Larson 43 Yd Field Goal: 2:38: James Madison field goal . Cloudy. He may have a future in it afterward. Courtney Cronin reports from the NFL combine on the breaking news involving NFL draft prospect Jalen Carter. Despite the attendance disparity, kickers from lower divisions of college football have found success in the NFL. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Kyle, he really starts everything, Miller said. I think had we been in the Sun Belt for the last few years, his opportunity gets better. The biggest question for Shudak is his untested mental fortitude. Only 10 of this years 49 NFL kickers have made all of their extra points this season, five of whom have attempted at least 15 extra points. Stories that explain the news through charts, maps, photography and videos. He said he didnt think much of it. The sixth-largest crowd in Kidd Brewer Stadium history quieted Saturday at the end of JMUs first drive versus Appalachian State. 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. JMU kicker Ethan Ratke kicks a field goal against Delaware in October. I try to keep it out of my mind., Six PATs would have been preferable to six FGs, in Ratkes estimation. T. 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. Name, image and likeness: As NIL money keeps rising for players, coaches like Jimbo Fisher and Nick Saban are lobbing accusations at each other while most Americans are still enjoying college sports, a Post-UMD poll finds. John Feinstein: Dont underestimate Deion Sanders and dont take your eyes off him. Season wrap-up: College football cant ruin the magic of college football, no matter how hard it tries. Im guessing Greene will have a line of suitors when teams start signing undrafted free agents. The Dukes are so mighty that they have outgrown the division and will move up to join the Sun Belt Conference and the Football Bowl Subdivision by 2023. Gabe Brkic is a big (63" 200) kicker who burst onto the scene as a redshirt freshman in 2019 with a 17-for-17 season. Next: The Dukes wrap up their regular season at home against Towson. HARRISONBURG Ethan Ratke wasn't feeling the pressure. There was an error processing your request. But they have attempted 31 field goals and made 28. 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. Image courtesy of JMU Athletics Communications. 1. 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. He said JMU just hadnt been in positions to try many long kicks while he had the job. Bennett and Jack break down what to expect out of MBB & WBB as they head down the stretch. Head back to the 2022 NFL Draft Bible Virtual Guide homepage. 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.. Since the rule change, kickers have become less automatic with their point after touchdowns (PATs). 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With his third FG (29 yards) in the third quarter, Ratke set the NCAA record for career field goals (97), a mark that was held by Arizona States Zane Gonzalez (2013-16). What makes the Justices so elite? Sports Editor Madison Hricik writes how JMU ticketing works to make the highly-attended weekend happen. He has a very strong lower body and really showed up at the Kohls Pro Combine, hitting a 67-yarder to show the lack of deep opportunities in college doesnt define his leg strength. JMUs pro day on March 23 allowed Ratke to show off his leg in front of 20-plus NFL scouts. I think were ready to move on, Cignetti said. In five seasons at JMU, Ratke made an NCAA record 101 field goals and scored 542 points, the most by any kicker in NCAA history and the second most by any player in FCS history. Your email address will not be published. I know what to expect. Percy Agyei-Obese 1 Yd Run (Ethan Ratke Kick) 7:00: James Madison field goal. It was relatively smooth sailing for Ratke at first. Despite the attendance disparity, kickers from lower divisions of college football have found success in the NFL. Check out the massive spreadsheet now, 10 Players Who Will Dominate the 2023 NFL Combine. He didnt wear the new pair all week. For a time as he developed as a kicker, Ratke needed security blankets. After an insane NFL regular season, it's time for this year's award ceremony. Hes currently job-hunting around Richmond. HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Ethan Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the James Madison football team. We are powered by Three Notch'd Brewing, Both teams are in the mix for double byes in the SBC Tournament. Nick Saban turns assistants into head coaches and in Kirby Smart, a title challenger. Greene dominated at the FCS level, which is a must for a defensive lineman hoping to move to the NFL. 20-for-26 FG, 57-for-58XP. There was an error processing your request. James Madison kicker Ethan Ratke is one of the FCS' all-time scorers. 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