Please subscribe to keep reading. He broke the conference record for. That would be Kyle Davis, JMUs long snapper, and Alex Miller, JMUs holder. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.. Cloudy in the evening, then off and on rain showers after midnight. 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 drills it from 52 yards out. Delaware tried to surprise JMU with an onside kick, but the Dukes recovered at the UD 44. A young Ratke disputed that. Entering this years draft, which lasts from April 28-30, the few Dukes with NFL aspirations will likely be late-round selections or undrafted free agents. JMU led 23-0 with 7 minutes left in the third quarter. BNB Football is the best place for in-depth analysis of 2022 kicker prospects at all levels of college football. However, Ratke averaged more yards per kickoff in his career than the three kickers who followed him. The left side of his right cleat was lined with openings, starting at his big toe. Wheres Ratke now? That set the stage for the first of three first-half field goals, a 30-yarder, by the reliable Ratke, the . One kicker got drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft in April and six were signed as undrafted free agents all from Power 5 programs. A 36-yard touchdown pass and successful extra point from Weber State left the JMU faithful silent. 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? He got new cleats every year at JMU, but he was big on keeping the same pair every year. Ratke is coming off the 2021 FCS spring season in which he was perfect by nailing 14-of-14 field goal attempts. Log In. or. Winds light and variable. In his time with the Dukes, Ratke put up historic numbers and created an impressive legacy in college football. JMU swim and dive head coach Dane Pedersen revealed the Dukes 2022-23 schedule Thursday afternoon. After the kick, Ratke said, classmates and friends told him no college moment would be better. With sponsorship from Northwestern Mutual, the game was officially known as the NCAA FCS Football Championship Presented by Northwestern Mutual . Wilson completed 12 of 24 with an interception in the Tribes 24-3 loss at Delaware last Saturday. Hes kicked in big games, and hasnt shown any issues with pressure scenarios. BNB Football is the best place for in-depth analysis of 2022 kicker prospects at all levels of college football. The No. He said he didnt think much of it. Ratke overtook kickoff duties, made 4-of-5 field goals and all extra points in his first four full games. It was relatively smooth sailing for Ratke at first. JMU womens basketball defeated William & Mary 67-39 in its first game of 2022. The previous record was 61 yards, set by Adam Vinatieri of . JMU redshirt freshman Antwane Wells (Highland Springs) made nine catches for 134 yards. 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. Nick Sciba, Wake Forest - Round Grade: PFA, 6. James Madisons process brings nothing but comfort. Sports editor Savannah Reger shares her experiences and what it was like to cover everything this season. Even after completing its final FCS season, JMU boasts a few players who stand a chance of being drafted at this months NFL Draft. They have attempted 50 extra points and made 49. Low 39F. On December 8, 2013, Broncos placekicker Matt Prater hits on a 64-yard field goal towards the conclusion of the first half. After an insane NFL regular season, it's time for this year's award ceremony. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. We are presented by Three Notch'd Brewing! Jonathan Doerer, Notre Dame - Round Grade: FA, 14. Ethan Ratke talks with Dave Thomas. Could he handle kickoffs reliably? Head coach Curt Cignetti never told him to change them, Ratke said. Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Here are our draft kicker rankings which will give you a look at how we view the prospects that will be entering the 2022 NFL Draft. 20-for-23 FG, 32-for-32 XP. 25 Tribe went with a rusty quarterback, Hollis Mathis. 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) 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. 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. 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 has 13 games with three or more FGs. 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. Davis became Ratkes snapper in 2018, Miller his holder the following fall. For JMU, the field goal 6:50 into the game by redshirt junior kicker Camden Wise signified something more than a fleeting lull at The Rock. It was the first made field goal by a JMU kicker other than Ethan Ratke (2016-21) since Nov. 17, 2018, versus No. The indoor facility had to be opened up for Ratke to have enough room. He passed the first test: 2-for-2 on field goals, 3-for-3 on extra points. It includes Georgias Kevin Butler, the only place-kicker in the College Football Hall of Fame. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. Saturday (April 24) at Bridgeforth Stadium. 10 Stony Brook in JMUs first matchup in the 2017 FCS playoffs. 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. Ratke hasn't handled kickoffs consistently since the 2017 season, taking just one since, so his pro day will be important to show teams he can do it well. Ive played in rainy games and games where were down and games where were scoring a lot and kicking a whole lot.. James Madison is preparing to host VMI in the first round of the FCS Playoffs. 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. 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. Given his height and recent performance, hes drawn interest from NFL scouts. In the pandemic-delayed 2020 season played in the spring Ratke made all 14 of his field goals. We are powered by Three Notch'd and BetOnline. He said Wise, Ratkes replacement, is the polar opposite of Ratke. Ethan Ratke, James Madison - Round Grade: PFA 8. His confidence has certainly rubbed off on me.. Contact Grant Johnson at breezesports@gmail.com. Ratke is one of four specialists who defined an era of JMU special teams: OKelly, holder Alex Miller (2018-21) and graduate long snapper Kyle Davis, the only one still rostered by JMU in 2022. 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. Teams [ edit] At least five kickers will have a legitimate chance at grabbing an NFL roster spot, with the ideal mix of leg strength and accuracy. It was a week for the kickers in the CAA. Contact Logan Skinner at skinnela@dukes.jmu.edu. When he kicked six yes, six field goals against William & Mary on Nov. 13, he passed Zane Gonzalez, the current kicker for the Carolina Panthers who connected on 96 over his four years at Arizona State. Ratkes experience on kickoffs was limited over his career, but he was successful as JMUs kickoff specialist. Well, not every time. 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 . This article was published more than1 year ago. Even at the biggest programs, college kicking can be cause for concern. As the College Football Playoff approaches, it's once again the yearly conversation about the format for the FBS. Cole Johnson hit Solomon. Davis accused him of eating the same Chipotle meal every Thursday, a practice Ratke said he has weaned himself of. Ratke finished his college career with an 86.3 field-goal percentage and a career-long 48 yarder set in the 2020 FCS semifinals against Sam Houston. I always relate the field goal operation to shooting a free throw, said Davis, the long snapper. Now, Ratke, nine months removed from his JMU playing days, 542 points and 101 made field goals later, is looking for more. James Madison kicker Ethan Ratke added a 21-yard field goal as time wound down before halftime to extend the Dukes lead to double digits going into the locker rooms. Former JMU kicker Ethan Ratke (2016-21) potentiates his right foot on an extra point against Montana in the FCS quarterfinals Dec. 5, 2021. George Bray. 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 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. Hes a versatile lineman who dominated FCS foes for much of his career. HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - James Madison redshirt senior kicker Ethan Ratke is still working to improve. 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. This year has been a whirlwind of events for JMU sports. Your email address will not be published. Our top kicker prospects are selected after thousands of hours carefully scouting the best place kickers in college football. 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. You have permission to edit this article. The Dukes and Monarchs mens soccer tied 0-0 despite each team accumulating over 12 shots. The sixth-largest crowd in Kidd Brewer Stadium history quieted Saturday at the end of JMUs first drive versus Appalachian State. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. He may have a future in it afterward. HARRISONBURG Ethan Ratke wasn't feeling the pressure. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. According to an article published by Zach Miller on. The Dukes failed to follow through on some drives, but that gave sixth-year senior Ethan Ratke (Atlee High) the opportunity to kick a JMU-record six field goals each from 23 to 30 yards and established two NCAA records. Michigan finally did. Ratke getting drafted would be a shock, but his accuracy makes him a prime candidate to earn a tryout with a team. No kicker at any division has ever kicked more. And yet heres Ratke, a fifth-year senior, on his status. He posted at least a 90% field goal percentage in the past two seasons, including a perfect 14-of-14 spring 2021 campaign. 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 didnt get too many chances to show his leg strength in college games, but he impressed with a 54 yarder in game this year. Ethan Ratke kicked a career-long 46-yard field goal on the final play of the game as defending FCS champion James . Elon's Skyler Davis hits from afar and JMU's Ethan Ratke becomes the NCAA's all time points leader. Andrew Mevis, Iowa State - Round Grade: PFA, 7. There was a problem saving your notification. Zuerlein has made 82% of his field-goal attempts and ranks 13th in scoring by a kicker this season. Ratke remembered that Dec. 8 Friday night as very cold, he said in a text to The Breeze. By the end of Week 3, the 33 kickers whove attempted a field goal are 79.7% on 174 attempts. , JMU averaged 20,017 spectators from 2015 to 2019 the third highest at the FCS level during that time. 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. 7-for-7 from 40-49 yards, 4-for-6 from 50+, long of 51. In last years draft, the Cincinnati Bengals used a fifth-round pick to draft Evan Mcpherson out of Florida. He said he wants work in public service if the NFL doesnt pan out or, even if it does, serve in the offseason. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Cade York is the rare 3rd year kicker who decided to enter the draft early, and it doesn't surprise me at all. Thinking of distance as an issue is not something I think about, Ratke said. This ends the programs , Matthew Fraase earned the nickname the Unbiased Bison Admin because, he said, his friends , Before JMU football took on NDSU, the tailgating scene was cold and festive. 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. He didnt wear the new pair all week. Throughout his career, Ratke has an accuracy rate of nearly 85% on field goals and his head coach recently praised the veteran kicker for his performance in JMUs intrasquad scrimmage last Friday night. NFL Draft Bible 2022 kicker rankings for the NFL Draft, with scouting reports and draft information linked to player names. Having graduated from JMU in December 2020, Ratke is pursuing a masters in public administration. 2 James Madison on Saturday at Zable Stadium was more challenging than playing piano with mittens. 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. After both teams scored two touchdowns in the first 15 minutes, it looked like it might be a game for James Madison kicker Ethan Ratke, who booted field goals of 44 and 42 yards in the second. Kicking woes are seemingly at an all-time high this year. 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. JMUs Kris Thornton slipped behind William & Marys Ryan Poole for a long completion Saturday at Zable Stadium. 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. 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. {{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. Kyles big on that because Kyle really has no superstitions at all. Ryan Coe had a 51-yard field goal for the Blue Hens and Zach Gwynn found James Collins for a 26-yard touchdown. All rights reserved. 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. The Dukes (9-1, 6-1 CAA), headed to the FBS, track toward their last CAA title. His routine in game weeks is the same: After class Thursday evenings, he abandons schoolwork and begins to focus on the game. He has scored 366 points, the most ever by a CAA kicker and 10th all-time in FCS history. Success! I think they got overlooked purely because we're in a conference where there was no really other good teams. But Ratke couldnt attempt a field goal longer than 52 yards because of rain, JMU moved its drills to a half-football-field indoor facility. 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. 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. Ethan Ratke kicked a school record five field goals to back a sturdy defense and James Madison smothered Delaware 22-10 on Saturday. Apart from the Johnson-over-Mathis dynamic working in JMUs favor, the Dukes receivers were superior to W&Ms coverage men. I can just go and do my thing. Thats whats special about him. I wouldnt be in this position without either of them.. He began the year as the fourth-string kicker, to be fair. Following in DiNuccis footsteps is Cole Johnson, who used a stellar fall season to go from a longtime backup to one of the best players at the FCS level. The win moves the Dukes to 5-7 this season, 4-3 at home an. I feel like anywhere from 52 (yards) and in, Id want to go out for. 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. 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. Mathis hadnt started since Sept. 11 and faced a Dukes defense ranked seventh nationally in scoring defense (15.3 ppg). Hes just like: Nothing really matters. Hes got the leg speed and consistent mechanics that you look for in a place kicker, with plenty of experience kicking in big games. For more football coverage, follow the sports desk on Twitter @TheBreezeSports. He stayed by the sidelines heaters most of the time, he said, and adrenaline pumped to the point he didnt feel the frigidness. 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. NEWARK, Del. 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. If a team chooses to pick a kicker, it usually happens in later rounds. 1. Opinion | Ethan Ratke deserves a shot in the NFL, Kicking woes are seemingly at an all-time high this year. 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,. Its almost like a security blanket.. Ratke getting drafted would be a shock, but his accuracy makes him a prime candidate to earn a tryout with a team. Cameron Dicker, Texas - Round Grade: PFA, 4. Copyright 2021 WHSV. There was an error processing your request. 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. Nov 17, 2021 by Kyle Kensing Prior to Elon's 37-14 defeat of Towson, Skyler Davis gave a bold proclamation to Phoenix coach Tony Trisciani. Hes also knocked through 176 PATs during his JMU career. Cameron Dicker had an up-and-down career at Texas, but it ended in a phenomenal 2021 season where he succeeded as the kicker, punter, and kick off specialist. 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. Its not about me at all, he said. In 2019 and 2020, the Dukes had players (Jimmy Moreland and Ben DiNucci) taken in the seventh round of their respective draft years. 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 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. Hes currently job-hunting around Richmond. Now, Ratke is training to play in the NFL 3-4 days a week. Cloudy. 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. Ratke went a combined 4-for-6 on field goals and extra points. Yeah, hes better. In his one season at Iowa State, Mevis made a statement. Error! Caleb Shudak, Iowa St - Round Grade: PFA 10. Annalicia Goodman shines in Dukes' win over Tribe, 67-39. 8-for-11 from 40-49 yards, 2-for-2 from 50+, long of 54. Even more impressively, Ratke is the all-time college career leader in field goals made with 101. 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. One of them, senior Tribe safety Gage Herdman, was ejected after being flagged for targeting on a Johnson first-half scramble. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Man died Wednesday. 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. That doesnt mean well never play William & Mary again, or Richmond. 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. JMU won. In general, specialists are rarely selected in the NFL draft. Im not sure the fit makes a ton of sense on either team, but it appears theres at least NFL interest surrounding Johnson. More than that, here is the list of kickers in both FCS and FBS history with more field goals than the 100 Ratke has booted over the course of his career: Thats right, no one. Check out the massive spreadsheet now, 10 Players Who Will Dominate the 2023 NFL Combine. Their top ballcarrier, Donavyn Lester, was unavailable due to injury. To view the players scouting report, click on the name of the player you want to learn more about. 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. William and Mary 25, Albany 22: Shon Mitchell ran for a late go-ahead touchdown that gave the Tribe a win over the Great Danes at Zable Stadium in. Historically holding over 98K, Built with Forward & Backward Compatibility. Jake Larson 22 Yd Field Goal: 0:00: James Madison field goal. But the cleats accumulated holes. Sports Editor Grant Johnson says it's not surprising the Dukes haven't been perfect yetthat fans should expect imperfect games but also that they don't need to be. 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. The list of kickers Ratke blew by this year includes Daniel Carlson of Auburn, who now kicks for the Las Vegas Raiders. JMU, by the end of the 2017 regular season, hadnt lost in 23 outings dating back to the previous September. 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. So the main thing is just focusing on the next kick.. Ratke said he received some interest for an NFL minicamp invite after his agent sent out his pro day footage, but nothing panned out. "J-M-U!" 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 had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but the Dukes trailed 10-9 at the half. Late in his career, injuries often sidelined Fornadel and likely crushed his chances of being drafted. JMU defeated App State 32-28 after overcoming an 18-point first-half deficit in its first Sun Belt Conference game in program history. He played 50 games during his JMU career, competing at guard and tackle. 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