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). 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,. Chance of rain 60%. At least five kickers will have a legitimate chance at grabbing an NFL roster spot, with the ideal mix of leg strength and accuracy. 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.. Kickers are typically brought onto NFL rosters during training camp as undrafted free agents. JMU leads the series 27-17, with six consecutive victories. 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. The Dukes (9-1, 6-1 CAA), headed to the FBS, track toward their last CAA title. Copyright 2021 WHSV. The list of kickers Ratke blew by this year includes Daniel Carlson of Auburn, who now kicks for the Las Vegas Raiders. While that strategy might make sense in college, its a waste of a roster spot in the NFL. , 49 different kickers have played for NFL teams this season. 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. Copyright 2021 WHSV. Over the span of all those kicks, stressed and not, Ratke said the top of his right foot and toes swelled; it didnt hurt, he said. I hear about it from other guys all the time. Draft projection: Undrafted free agent. Fifty-one thrice, 52, 54, 56, 57, 57 and 62 yards. Find your friends on Facebook. Greene dominated at the FCS level, which is a must for a defensive lineman hoping to move to the NFL. 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. In the pandemic-delayed 2020 season played in the spring Ratke made all 14 of his field goals. Bennett and Jack break down what to expect out of MBB & WBB as they head down the stretch. Reliable Ratke remains a consistent performer for Dukes, 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. Its Dec. 8, 2017. 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. Tired of reading? All rights reserved. He holds the JMU and Colonial Athletic Association records for career field goals (72) and points scored (392). We want to be perfect. Their top ballcarrier, Donavyn Lester, was unavailable due to injury. Man died Wednesday. One kicker got drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft in April and six were signed as undrafted free agents all from Power 5 programs. Ryan Coe had a 51-yard field goal for the Blue Hens and Zach Gwynn found James Collins for a 26-yard touchdown. In last years draft, the Cincinnati Bengals used a fifth-round pick to draft Evan Mcpherson out of Florida. For the FCS quarterfinals the next week versus Weber State, Ratke exchanged the holed cleats for the same model but a half size down to 8 1/2. Mike Greene showed why he's one of the top NFL prospects on the @JMUFootball roster during Pro Day on Wedneday. The No. (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. Elon's Skyler Davis hits from afar and JMU's Ethan Ratke becomes the NCAA's all time points leader. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Success! That doesnt mean well never play William & Mary again, or Richmond. A few congratulatory handshakes at the pro day from scouts didnt amount to anything more. Sports writer Jackson Hephner details what the system can learn from the FCS and what changes can be made. Now, Ratke, nine months removed from his JMU playing days, 542 points and 101 made field goals later, is looking for more. 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. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. 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. 2022: |QB|WR|RB|FB|TE|OT|G|C|DT|EDGE| LB|S|CB|K|P|LS|OVERALL|. Nick Sciba, Wake Forest - Round Grade: PFA, 6. Jake Larson 43 Yd Field Goal: 2:38: James Madison field goal . JMU sixth-year, graduate long snapper Kyle Davis is wrapping up his last year as a Duke after starting in purple and gold for four years and serving as "the glue," as former JMU punter Harry O'Kelly (2017-21) called it, of the Dukes' special teams unit for multiple seasons. He ate the same snacks, wore his socks a specific way. His confidence has certainly rubbed off on me.. 1. Now that his collegiate career has ended, hes proven that hes ready to take the next step. Ratke getting drafted would be a shock, but his accuracy makes him a prime candidate to earn a tryout with a team. He said Wise, Ratkes replacement, is the polar opposite of Ratke. Ratke said it was because he always dragged his right foot. Mathis hadnt started since Sept. 11 and faced a Dukes defense ranked seventh nationally in scoring defense (15.3 ppg). 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) 24-for-28 FG, 36-for-36 XP. I think they got overlooked purely because we're in a conference where there was no really other good teams. While Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the Dukes, he hasnt a made a lot of long field goals. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. With just over three minutes left in the 2017 FCS Quarterfinals, JMU was trailing 28-20 with its . It's also, We've ranked 3000 prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft! In the 2021 season, Ratke went seven of eight on field goals between 30 and 39 yards and eight of nine on field goals of 40 yards or more. Success! James Madison place kicker Ethan Ratke (91) is congratulated by offensive lineman Liam Fornadel (77) after kicking an extra point during the Dukes' loss to North Dakota State in the 2019 FCS championship game in Frisco, Texas. By the end of Week 3, the 33 kickers whove attempted a field goal are 79.7% on 174 attempts. That would be Kyle Davis, JMUs long snapper, and Alex Miller, JMUs holder. James Madisons success rate has made Ethan Ratke, the kicker in question, the Colonial Athletic Associations special teams player of the year. The Basketball Postseason Is Here | JMU Sports News Podcast, The Spring has Sprung | JMU Sports News Podcast, Men's Basketball is Back! To view other positions, follow the links below. From Major Media Outlets to NFL Team Personnel. 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. See the impact by Zip code. Its not a requirement of all kickers, as Atlanta Falcons punter Thomas Morestead handled kickoff duties for most of his tenure with the Saints, as did former Colts punter Pat McAfee. 69-year-old suffers stroke in his N.C. home; Realtor showing house leaves him there. Want to praise someone or get something off your chest? Cole Johnson hit Solomon. BNB Football is the best place for in-depth analysis of 2022 kicker prospects at all levels of college football. Chance of a morning shower. Even after completing its final FCS season, JMU boasts a few players who stand a chance of being drafted at this months NFL Draft. Ratke, not on an NFL roster, is readying for an opportunity. 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. Ratke knows his other knock: He hasn't attempted many long in-game field goals, and he wasn't the primary kickoff specialist at JMU except for in 2017, when Gray went down. Given his height and recent performance, hes drawn interest from NFL scouts. Ethan Ratke kicked four field goals. Sports Editor Madison Hricik recaps the rainy, sloppy Dukes win. Ratke made 101 of 117 field goals in college, or 86.3% of them. Sports editor Savannah Reger shares her experiences and what it was like to cover everything this season. Liam Fornadel wouldve tied for 4th most bench press reps of offensive lineman that participated in that drill at the NFL Combine. You can cancel at any time. The depth in this class doesnt seem to be great, and Ive struggled to find many small school gems which is unusual for the kicker spot. Ratke attributed the missed kicks to his cleats, one being the only missed extra point of his career that wasnt blocked. In general, specialists are rarely selected in the NFL draft. But the cleats accumulated holes. He wasnt used nearly as much as York or Brkic from 50+, but Dicker still has solid leg strength and an ability to consistently hit kicks from that range. Davis accused him of eating the same Chipotle meal every Thursday, a practice Ratke said he has weaned himself of. NEWARK, Del. He was a very nervous, shy guy at first, OKelly said. Hassan Haskins high school coach needed someone to listen. More than that, here is the list of kickers in. 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. 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). Potential Hall of Famer Adam Vinatieri played college ball at South Dakota State back when the Jackrabbits competed in Division II. We are powered by Three Notch'd Brewing, Both teams are in the mix for double byes in the SBC Tournament. NFL Draft Bible 2022 kicker rankings for the NFL Draft, with scouting reports and draft information linked to player names. So, Ratke and his white cleats were tested against live bullets, starting in the third quarter versus the Tribe. I think were ready to move on, Cignetti said. 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. Ratke also earned the 2021 Fred Mitchell Award, which is given to the best kicker at the FCS, Division II and Division III levels. With JMU-record six FGs, Ethan Ratke (Atlee High) sets two NCAA marks in W at W&M Presented By Just In Morrissey, estranged wife trade allegations in public rift With JMU-record six FGs, Ethan. Holding over 150 Data Rows Per Prospect, Over 3,000 Players per Draft Year, 12K Per Draft Cycle. This is the . 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. HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Ethan Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the James Madison football team. 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. Error! Featuring the latest in news, opinion, culture and sports from The Breeze. He said JMU just hadnt been in positions to try many long kicks while he had the job. You have permission to edit this article. That doesnt mean an opportunity cant present itself, especially if missed kicks in the clutch continue this NFL season. Mike Greene wouldve been tied for second amongst participating DL with Kayvon Thibodeaux #ProReady https://t.co/O5NPI37kRe. JMU has a history of offensive linemen finding success in the NFL, and if Fornadel can stay healthy, hell have chances to make practice squads and rosters in the coming years. 5-10 / 186 Hometown Mechanicsville, Va. High School Atlee Major Public Administration Bio Related Stats Historical Biography JMU & FCS Career Records Ratke is coming off the 2021 FCS spring season in which he was perfect by nailing 14-of-14 field goal attempts. He got new cleats every year at JMU, but he was big on keeping the same pair every year. He passed the first test: 2-for-2 on field goals, 3-for-3 on extra points. Head coach Curt Cignetti never told him to change them, Ratke said. 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. Ethan Ratke, James Madison - Round Grade: PFA, 8. Parker White, South Carolina - Round Grade: PFA, 12. Percy Agyei-Obese 1 Yd Run (Ethan Ratke Kick) 7:00: James Madison field goal. It should look identical each time out. Davis guessed they amassed 5,000-6,000 snap-hold-kick reps together. Chance of a morning shower. 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. HARRISONBURG Ethan Ratke wasn't feeling the pressure. 3. We are presented by Three Notch'd Brewing! Season wrap-up: College football cant ruin the magic of college football, no matter how hard it tries. That was the moment Ratke solidified his place in JMU football history. Former JMU punter Harry OKelly (2017-21) said Ratke was superstitious about them. If a pair of teams like him, theres a good chance a few others may as well. We are powered by Three Notch'd and BetOnline. Chandler Staton, Appalachian State - Round Grade: PFA, 9. 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. 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. 15 Towson in the last game of the regular season that year. 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. I think had we been in the Sun Belt for the last few years, his opportunity gets better. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Ethan Ratke talks with Dave Thomas. He hasnt dealt with too many of the ups-and-downs of being a kicker just yet, so were not totally sure how hell deal with it. 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. Its not about me at all, he said. However, Ratke averaged more yards per kickoff in his career than the three kickers who followed him. 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.. 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. Hes never been them most accurate kicker, but has avoided longer slumps and has shown good mental toughness. JMU, which has not faced another program more often than W&M, is headed to the FBS and the Sun Belt Conference and begins its football transition next season with a non-CAA schedule. Jake Larson 22 Yd Field Goal: 0:00: James Madison field goal. The 2020 NCAA Division I Football Championship Game was a postseason college football game that determined a national champion in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision for the 2019 season.It was played at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, on January 11, 2020, with kickoff at 12:00 p.m. EST (11:00 a.m. local CST), and television coverage on ABC. After the kick, Ratke said, classmates and friends told him no college moment would be better. Ratke remembered that Dec. 8 Friday night as very cold, he said in a text to The Breeze. Ratke got the cleats they had in the back from JMU as a redshirt freshman in 2017. It was a good win. Ethan Ratke kicked a school record five field goals to back a sturdy defense and James Madison smothered Delaware 22-10 on Saturday. After: James Madison went into halftime ahead 38-13 after three turnovers a Cole Kelley fumble and two interceptions led to two one-play touchdown drives and an Ethan Ratke 25-yard field goal. Cloudy. JMU redshirt freshman Antwane Wells (Highland Springs) made nine catches for 134 yards. WILLIAMSBURG For so long, it seemed William & Marys assignment of scoring against No. Contact Grant Johnson at breezesports@gmail.com. The Dukes have won six of their last seven games, leaving us to wonder if they could be putting on their dancing shoes come March. Hes also knocked through 176 PATs during his JMU career. He hit 5-of-7 from 50+ this past season, and offers consistent mechanics with a confident strike. T. He said he didnt think much of it. 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. Its almost like a security blanket.. 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. Additionally, Ratke has a whopping total of 540 points, most all-time among college kickers and second among scorers from all positions. Contact Logan Skinner at skinnela@dukes.jmu.edu. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards . . JMU, coming off a 32-28 come-from-behind win vs. App State last week, now sets its sights on Texas State. W&M was zip for 10 on third downs. Chance of rain 60%. Draft projection: Undrafted free agent. Jonathan Doerer, Notre Dame - Round Grade: FA, 14. The hope with a late-round pick is that they can either eventually push for playing time or provide consistent services as a backup. We were in position to really dominate, and they made a few plays in the second half. "J-M-U!" Greene checks in at closer to 280 lbs, making his agility and speed results at JMUs Pro Day important. Ethan Ratke, K. 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? 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.. The left side of his right cleat was lined with openings, starting at his big toe.