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. Low 39F. In the pandemic-delayed 2020 season played in the spring Ratke made all 14 of his field goals. It was the NFL's longest field goal in history. Chandler Staton, Appalachian State - Round Grade: PFA 9. 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. Yeah, hes better. Teams often want massive think 300 lbs or heavier nose tackles or freakishly athletic and speedy defensive linemen who can stop the run and rush the passer. 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. He said hes kicking 3-4 times a week. More than that: No college kicker, at any level, has scored more than Ratkes 525 points. There was an error processing your request. 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. 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. Bench press isnt everything, though, and there are likely valid questions about whether Greenes production at the FCS level could translate in some capacity to the NFL. Its Dec. 8, 2017. Even after completing its final FCS season, JMU boasts a few players who stand a chance of being drafted at this months NFL Draft. , 49 different kickers have played for NFL teams this season. Apart from the Johnson-over-Mathis dynamic working in JMUs favor, the Dukes receivers were superior to W&Ms coverage men. . 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. While Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the Dukes, he hasnt a made a lot of long field goals. Ratke also earned the 2021 Fred Mitchell Award, which is given to the best kicker at the FCS, Division II and Division III levels. Head coach Curt Cignetti never told him to change them, Ratke said. 1 ranking in country. Sports editor Savannah Reger shares her experiences and what it was like to cover everything this season. Cade York, LSU. Same for a few of our guys, OKelly said. New Orleans, Washington and Detroit have each used four different kickers. He began the year as the fourth-string kicker, to be fair. The final record that is on the line entering November may not be decided until the FCS Playoffs. Former JMU punter Harry OKelly (2017-21) said Ratke was superstitious about them. This is the . That doesnt mean an opportunity cant present itself, especially if missed kicks in the clutch continue this NFL season. Ive played in rainy games and games where were down and games where were scoring a lot and kicking a whole lot.. 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. That changed versus No. 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. No one grows up dreaming of becoming a long snapper or a holder. Now, Ratke, nine months removed from his JMU playing days, 542 points and 101 made field goals later, is looking for more. Tired of reading? With JMU-record six FGs, Ethan Ratke (Atlee High) sets two NCAA marks in W at W&M. Ratke needs just four more field goals to break the record of 75 held by Montanas Dan Carpenter. John Feinstein: Dont underestimate Deion Sanders and dont take your eyes off him. Mike Greene wouldve been tied for second amongst participating DL with Kayvon Thibodeaux #ProReady https://t.co/O5NPI37kRe. JMU led 23-0 with 7 minutes left in the third quarter. Hassan Haskins high school coach needed someone to listen. Find draft sleepers, draft stars, who will be a bust, and who is being undervalued. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. You are currently viewing the best kickers in the 2022 NFL Draft. Greene checks in at closer to 280 lbs, making his agility and speed results at JMUs Pro Day important. The previous record was 61 yards, set by Adam Vinatieri of . 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. Copyright 2021 WHSV. 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. Ratke has made all nine of his field attempts during the 2021 spring season and has. I don't want this to be the peak of my career, Ratke recalled telling himself. "J-M-U!" The dependable kicking and punting pair of Ethan Ratke and Harry O'Kelly will have held their respective roles for a 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. Interest from a bunch of teams, but Colts & LAC are enamored with him. Copyright 2021 WHSV. James Madison's success rate has made Ethan Ratke, the kicker in question, the Colonial Athletic Association's special teams player of the year. 3-for-4 from 40-49 yards, 5-for-7 from 50+, long of 56. By the end of Week 3, the 33 kickers whove attempted a field goal are 79.7% on 174 attempts. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Elon's Skyler Davis hits from afar and JMU's Ethan Ratke becomes the NCAA's all time points leader. From 2019-21, they ran the show when the JMU offense and defense rested on the sideline. As the clock wound down at Kidd Brewer Stadium on Saturday during the Dukes' come-from-behind 32-28 victory over App State, one chant crystalized: "J-M-U!" The Tribe host Richmond in their usual season-ending rivalry game. With the win, the Dukes move to 3-0 and host Texas State for Family Weekend next Saturday. Since NFL games average more spectators than FCS games, scouts may have concerns about Ratkes lack of experience in high-pressure environments. 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. 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. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Ratke is coming off the 2021 FCS spring season in which he was perfect by nailing 14-of-14 field goal attempts. Error! 1 JMU is hosting unseeded Weber State in the FCS quarterfinals. 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. George Bray. Greene dominated at the FCS level, which is a must for a defensive lineman hoping to move to the NFL. 2-for-3 from 40-49 yards, 1-for-2 from 50+, long of 50. He said Wise, Ratkes replacement, is the polar opposite of Ratke. The Dukes (9-1, 6-1 CAA), headed to the FBS, track toward their last CAA title. Cloudy. 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. 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. Delaware tried to surprise JMU with an onside kick, but the Dukes recovered at the UD 44. The risk of damage from hurricane winds will shift in coming decades. Next: The Dukes wrap up their regular season at home against Towson. Then came the first test in his new cleats: A 46-yard game-winning field goal attempt, with JMUs 24-game win streak and the FCS semifinals on the line. After a record 525 points, James Madisons Ethan Ratke is still kicking. ESPN 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. 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) 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. Ethan Ratke 27 Yd Field Goal: 2nd Quarter: 11:29: Richmond field goal. 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. Ethan Ratke kicked a school record five field goals to back a sturdy defense and James Madison smothered Delaware 22-10 on Saturday. I try to keep it out of my mind., Six PATs would have been preferable to six FGs, in Ratkes estimation. He passed the first test: 2-for-2 on field goals, 3-for-3 on extra points. 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. We take our jobs to the utmost seriousness, Miller said. Davis said he has been long snapping since sixth grade. 15-for-18 FG, 39-for-39 XP. 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). The list of kickers Ratke blew by this year includes Daniel Carlson of Auburn, who now kicks for the Las Vegas Raiders. He was a very nervous, shy guy at first, OKelly said. 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. 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. JMU, coming off a 32-28 come-from-behind win vs. App State last week, now sets its sights on Texas State. I feel like anywhere from 52 (yards) and in, Id want to go out for. Dan Graziano reports from the NFL combine on the possible repercussions Jalen Carter could face from the league. 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. His career long is 48 yards but he says he spent time in the offseason working to add distance to his kicks. Mathis hadnt started since Sept. 11 and faced a Dukes defense ranked seventh nationally in scoring defense (15.3 ppg). In a Saturday filled with upsets across the Sun Belt Conference, there was an overall sense . Sports writer Jackson Hephner details what the system can learn from the FCS and what changes can be made. | JMU Sports News Podcast, Basketballs are Poised for Solid Finishes? 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. They have all been there enough, they have all done it enough, to the point that each made kick just furthers football history. He used to be the most superstitious person in the world, Davis said. He made a 48-yarder last year and a 47-yarder this year. Ethan Ratke kicked a school-record six field goals and set two NCAA records in James Madison's 32-22 victory over William & Mary on Saturday. His career long is 48 yards but he says he spent time in the offseason working to add distance to. Hes a versatile lineman who dominated FCS foes for much of his career. 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,. 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. That would be Kyle Davis, JMUs long snapper, and Alex Miller, JMUs holder. 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. | JMU Sports News Podcast. Kickers are typically brought onto NFL rosters during training camp as 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. If a pair of teams like him, theres a good chance a few others may as well. Thats 81 kicks and 77 makes a success rate of 95.1 percent. Caleb Shudak, Iowa St - Round Grade: PFA, 10. Despite the attendance disparity, kickers from lower divisions of college football have found success in the NFL. Contact Grant Johnson at breezesports@gmail.com. Longs of the seven drafted and undrafted 2022 rookies in their last years of college? Historically holding over 98K, Built with Forward & Backward Compatibility. There was an error processing your request. Connor Culp, Nebraska - Round Grade: FA. 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. The jump between the FCS and the NFL is massive, but the expectation isnt really that Johnson become a starter. Since the rule change, kickers have become less automatic with their point after touchdowns (PATs). Thinking of distance as an issue is not something I think about, Ratke said. Winds light and variable. 69-year-old suffers stroke in his N.C. home; Realtor showing house leaves him there. 7-for-7 from 40-49 yards, 4-for-6 from 50+, long of 51. Cade York is the rare 3rd year kicker who decided to enter the draft early, and it doesnt surprise me at all. With all these accolades to his name, Ratke has proven that he should get a chance at the NFL level. 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. 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. The win moves the Dukes to 5-7 this season, 4-3 at home an. More than that, here is the list of kickers in. Find your friends on Facebook. It was a week for the kickers in the CAA. 15 Towson in the last game of the regular season that year. There was a problem saving your notification. Head back to the 2022 NFL Draft Bible Virtual Guide homepage. His holder, Miller, described Ratkes on-the-field demeanor as level-headed.. Find who might be worthy of a draft pick, and who is nothing more than a training camp body. He repped 225 on the Bench Press 27 times and showed athleticism at a slimmed down 280 pounds: @MikeGreene__ @JMUCurtCignetti pic.twitter.com/pCjaGzxWRP. Having graduated from JMU in December 2020, Ratke is pursuing a masters in public administration. No. Contact Logan Skinner at skinnela@dukes.jmu.edu. Check out the massive spreadsheet now, 10 Players Who Will Dominate the 2023 NFL Combine. Kyles big on that because Kyle really has no superstitions at all. Kicking woes are seemingly at an all-time high this year. 8-for-11 from 40-49 yards, 2-for-2 from 50+, long of 54. He hit 5-of-7 from 50+ this past season, and offers consistent mechanics with a confident strike. 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. Caleb Shudak, Iowa St - Round Grade: PFA 10. His confidence has certainly rubbed off on me.. Winds light and variable. 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. Chance of a morning shower. Sports Editor Madison Hricik details the the comeback, rooted in messaging from JMU head coach Curt Cignetti and graduate transfer quarterback Todd Centeio. 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. Fornadel was mentioned as an NFL prospect early in his JMU career, given his blend of size and production. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Want to praise someone or get something off your chest? The sixth-largest crowd in Kidd Brewer Stadium history quieted Saturday at the end of JMUs first drive versus Appalachian State. Annalicia Goodman shines in Dukes' win over Tribe, 67-39. I can just go and do my thing. Thats whats special about him. NFL kickers are usually responsible for kickoff duties in addition to field goals and PATs. 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. Ryan Coe had a 51-yard field goal for the Blue Hens and Zach Gwynn found James Collins for a 26-yard touchdown. He didnt wear the new pair all week. Error! 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. Jerry Brewer: As college sports change, coaches must stop whining and amplify new voices. Prior to enrolling at LSU, York attended the high school All American game where he hit a 59 yard field goal in game. Potential Hall of Famer Adam Vinatieri played college ball at South Dakota State back when the Jackrabbits competed in Division II. I think they got overlooked purely because we're in a conference where there was no really other good teams. But theres another, more subtle reason for the Dukes success this year: When they line up for a field goal or an extra point, they make it. In 2015, the NFL moved extra points to the 15-yard line from the 2-yard line to make it the equivalent length of a 33-yard field goal. For the duration of Ratkes career, JMU was an FCS program. Ratkes experience on kickoffs was limited over his career, but he was successful as JMUs kickoff specialist. Ratke got the cleats they had in the back from JMU as a redshirt freshman in 2017. He posted at least a 90% field goal percentage in the past two seasons, including a perfect 14-of-14 spring 2021 campaign. Your email address will not be published. Andrew Mevis, Iowa State - Round Grade: PFA, 7. The seventh-ranked Dukes improved to 6-1 on the year and 4-1 in CAA play, while the Blue Hens fell for the . That set the stage for the first of three first-half field goals, a 30-yarder, by the reliable Ratke, the . (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Ratke drills it from 52 yards out. 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. I wouldnt be in this position without either of them.. Ethan Ratke, James Madison - Round Grade: PFA 8. We are powered by Three Notch'd and BetOnline. The Tribe popped two long touchdown runs (53-yarder by Malachi Imoh, 46-yarder by Bronson Yoder) to tighten it up. I think were ready to move on, Cignetti said. WILLIAMSBURG For so long, it seemed William & Marys assignment of scoring against No. 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. Liam Fornadel wouldve tied for 4th most bench press reps of offensive lineman that participated in that drill at the NFL Combine. You have permission to edit this article. I mean, there's one other good team every year, but really, were the dominant force.. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. 1. JMUs pro day on March 23 allowed Ratke to show off his leg in front of 20-plus NFL scouts. You have permission to edit this article. 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. Cole Johnson hit Solomon. Prior to enrolling at LSU, York attended the high . We are powered by Three Notch'd Brewing, Both teams are in the mix for double byes in the SBC Tournament. Ratke overtook kickoff duties, made 4-of-5 field goals and all extra points in his first four full games. NEWARK, Del. 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. Willl Jmu Use A Different Kicker Next Season, Will Ratke Be In The Jmu Football Hall Of Fame. JMU womens basketball defeated William & Mary 67-39 in its first game of 2022. He stayed by the sidelines heaters most of the time, he said, and adrenaline pumped to the point he didnt feel the frigidness. 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 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. At least five kickers will have a legitimate chance at grabbing an NFL roster spot, with the ideal mix of leg strength and accuracy. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but the Dukes trailed 10-9 at the half. 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All rights reserved. Opinion | Who should win the 2022 NFL Awards? Ratke went a combined 4-for-6 on field goals and extra points. HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Ethan Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the James Madison football team. Once a week, Ratke said hes practicing 60-yard kicks and feels comfortable hitting them. That doesnt mean well never play William & Mary again, or Richmond. 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. Now, Ratke is training to play in the NFL 3-4 days a week. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but. He cant fit into those Weber State size 8 1/2s anymore, but he thinks he still has them somewhere. Hes been working on it and, frankly, Ratke said he doesnt think long-distance kicking has ever been an issue. 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. Staff writer Craig Mathias details who should win what and the key players from the 2021 NFL season. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. John Parker Romo, Virginia Tech - Round Grade: FA, 15. 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. Even more impressively, Ratke is the all-time college career leader in field goals made with 101. Ratke getting drafted would be a shock, but his accuracy makes him a prime candidate to earn a tryout with a team. Davis job frequently became helping Ratke, his roommate, simplify the job, encouraging him to just kick the ball. Its a possibility if both sides were willing.. Coming SoonTerms & Conditions | Privacy Policy, Draft Scout is an Independent Contractor, Currently Outsourcing Non-Exclusive Scalable ContentBrian Hitterman, NFL Draft Scout/Draft Scout Database Creator, Contact: brianhitterman@msn.com, - Draft Scout Evolve: Player Rating Changes, - CFB's Best Player Names By Year/Position. He holds the JMU and Colonial Athletic Association records for career field goals (72) and points scored (392). 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. Sports Editor Madison Hricik recaps the rainy, sloppy Dukes win. High 67F. HARRISONBURG Ethan Ratke wasn't feeling the pressure. If he was thrown off a little bit, you could tell it threw him off, Davis said. Wheres Ratke now? While Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the Dukes, he hasn't a made a lot of long field goals. Darts and Pats is the place to do it. OKelly said he wouldnt be surprised if Ratkes shot comes. The NCAA has issued guidelines for schools, but boosters like Miamis John Ruiz arent worried. I know what to expect. According to an article published by Zach Miller on. After an insane NFL regular season, it's time for this year's award ceremony. According to The Football Database, 49 different kickers have played for NFL teams this season. Chance of rain 60%. His longest made field goal at JMU was the 46-yarder versus Weber State in the FCS quarterfinals. 13-for-15 FG, 49-for-50 XP. We were in position to really dominate, and they made a few plays in the second half. 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. 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. Chance of a morning shower. Ratke has made just under 84% of his field goal attempts at JMU. JMU stabilized and won 32-22, probably knocking the Tribe (6-4, 4-3 CAA) out of the FCS playoff picture. 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. 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Our top kicker prospects are selected after thousands of hours carefully scouting the best place kickers in college football. Parker White, South Carolina - Round. That was the moment Ratke solidified his place in JMU football history. 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. 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 . Jake Larson 22 Yd Field Goal: 0:00: James Madison field goal. For more football coverage, follow the sports desk on Twitter @TheBreezeSports. Wise, Ratkes replacement, is the place to do it after insane... 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