Brugler ranked Bellinger as the 13th-best tight end in this draft class last month. I loved European football, soccer. The 21-year-old is a special teams star who won the. Foot meets ball; fireworks ensue. The first specialist chosen was LSU kicker Cade York, who went to Cleveland in the fourth round, six picks before Stout was taken. 11 overall in 1979 by the New Orleans Saints after being a kicker and punter in college. Will the Cowboys' big gamble pay off? Matt Araiza, Punt God of the 2022 NFL Draft, The Ray Guy Award caps off an unprecedented season, Staying at home for college, and making an impact on San Diego, Next Page: From struggles to NFL Draft ascension. Araiza broke the all-time record for 60+ yard punts in a single season with 18 altogether. There have been first-round punters in the past, most recently in 1979. Every coach will want to do their due diligence as far as timing his touch to toe operation and seeing how he does with a real NFL Duke ball. Im excited for change. Before that, the last one came in 2013. But if the Aztecs go undefeated, and Araiza remains their most valuable player, shouldnt he get something more? Bellingers seasonal production did not overtly scream NFL caliber tight end, finishing 2021 with 31 receptions for 357 yards and only two touchdowns. Araiza also boomed an 86-yard punt last season, which was the longest in college football. Kittle trains in the offseason in Nashville, Tennessee, and will work SDSUs tight end there. Anger averaged 44.2 yards per punt as a senior at Cal; Araiza is outpacing that mark by almost 10 yards per punt. Araiza knocked it out of the park, posting numbers comparable to some highly ranked prospects. Waring caught 31 passes for 372 yards and three touchdowns, almost identical to Bellingers final season. Labeled the "Punt God," Araiza set an NCAA record with a 51.2-yard average on his punts in 2021. Not only did Matt Araiza launch a punt, but he also made the tackle (via @CBSSportsNet) #ForTheBrand | @PatMcAfeeShow pic.twitter.com/r1BvgmKKjS. A kicker or punter has never finished in the top 10 of Heisman Trophy voting, but thats just because they fashioned the statue after a guy running instead of a guy punting. He converted all but one of his 97 career extra-point attempts, too. His big brother saw it on a random field in San Diego, and he set records as soon as he started to kick in high school and college. 18 Aztecs collapse in final minutes, fall at Boise State, Game preview: No. [Scouts] see the traits, says Brugler. You can almost hear return men yelling Oh crap! as the balls sail over their heads. The first two punters went off the board in the fourth round with the Ravens selecting Jordan Stout and the Buccaneers taking Jake Camarda. All Rights Reserved. And remember, the Big Punt wasnt even Araizas longest punt of the year. Quarterbacks can put up gaudy stats because of their offensive scheme; wide receivers who dominate in college can look lost in the pros. The success of a hometown kid has had a significant impact on the community, and for all the nicknames, memes, and hilarity it brings, the San Diego State punter has also provided inspiration for a younger generation. The Punter That Was Promised has arrivedwell be seeing his highlights for years to come. They try to be consistent, perfecting their motion so its the same every time. His broad jump of 10 1 was better than many who are projected to be high draft selections, including Aidan Hutchinson, David Bell, Isaiah Spiller, Brian Robinson Jr., and Trey McBride. Bills get the Punt God in the SIXTH ROUND. You can require or exclude terms using + and -: big +blue drop will require a match on blue while big blue -drop will exclude results that contain drop. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. Although the 40-yard-dash may not be a direct indicator of a players game speed, the fact that Araiza ran a 4.68 is notable in its own right. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | But how have other drafted punters panned out in the NFL? Im pretty confident in that regard.. All four players have the talent to compete and excel at the next level. With the 2022 NFL Draft in the books, Adam Schein breaks down what he loved and loathed from the league's Vegas venture. Did the Packers blow it by once again passing on the receiver position in Round 1? Where most players have a left leg, the San Diego product has what can only be described as a cannon. Bills select San Diego St. punter Matt Araiza in sixth round of 2022 NFL Draft Published: Apr 30, 2022 at 04:09 PM Grant Gordon Digital Content Editor Though the Buffalo Bills got the third. Two additional teammates will look to add to the recent list of secondary players who made the jump to the NFL after excelling at San Diego State. Specialists often aren't taken until. When asked if there were any other Aztec players with potential draft stock, Brugler named left tackle Zach Thomas and running back Greg Bell as two guys who have a shot to be late-round picks or priority free agents (PFA). Thomas will have a chance to separate himself from other edge rushers in his tier as the draft process unfolds with the combine and private team workouts to prove he belongs in one of the top 32 spots., A redshirt junior entering this season, Thomas quickly showed scouts he is a pro prospect with his play to start the season. I know what I bring to the NFL. Georgias Dominant Title Defense and a Curtain Call for the Ages, The Mandalorian Season 3, Episode 1 Instant Reactions. With Camarda now in Tampa, that likely spells the end of Bradley Pinion's three-year run with the. Yes, thats right Araiza truly flipped the field for the Aztecs, changing the line-of-scrimmage from their own 11-yard-line to the 3-yard-line of the Spartans. That group includes not only several picks taken inside the top 100 overall players, but also four players taken in the second round and another two taken in the first round. Ray Guy, the only punter in the Hall of Fame, was drafted No. Something went wrong. For whatever reason, punters have been a popular position to pick in this year's draft. Those two picks were also somewhat surprising, if only because you almost never see two punters get taken that early With Stout going at 130th overall and Camarda going three picks later, this year marked just the third time since 1993 that two punters were taken before the end of the fourth round. Hes big. It's not clear why Araiza dropped all the way down to the sixth round, but there are plenty of theories. I know how I did at the Pro Day. After the first game, I was kinda starting to visualize that. Plus Stetson and Duggan as Pros With Trent Dilfer (Bonus Episode). It is officially known as the NFL Annual Player Selection Meeting. On Wednesday, Georgia police announced a warrant for Carter's arrest on suspicion of reckless driving and racing. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. 0 Comment. Broad jump 10 and 1 (or 121). He doesnt overwhelm his opponent [as a blocker], but more often than not, he gets the job done.. Gennaro Filice provides draft grades for each NFC West team. He's the first SDSU player drafted by Buffalo since . Thomas has been a really solid player for [SDSU], Brugler said. The NFL Draft doesn't usually give us very many surprises when it comes to punting, but it came through with two big surprises on Saturday. Chad Reuter identifies 12 rookies picked on Day 3 of the NFL draft who could be in line for starter snaps in Year 1. Who will take advantage of potential opportunities? Stout will likely end up replacing the longtime Ravens punter, who turns 40 in August. Although it is important to recognize that some of these punters have not had as many seasons as others theyve competed against, some believe a player like Araiza should be one of the top NFL punters immediately upon entering the league. 22 San Diego State at New Mexico, Structure of Manny Machados new contract leaves Padres room to add more big names, Spring training recap: Juan Soto stays hot, Nick Martinez earns extra work in rain-shortened Padres win, Padres pitcher Joe Musgrove fractures big toe in kettlebell accident; timetable for return tough to forecast, Column: Padres roller-coaster day includes Joe Musgrove injury, Manny Machado contract, Fernando Tatis debut, Februarys athletes of the month include CIF hoops and soccer champs, standout grapplers, David Benner, Indiana Pacers longtime PR director, dies, Panthers weighing options as quarterback hunt continues, Tennessee PG Zakai Zeigler suffers season-ending knee injury, Cadiz wants to halt Spanish league after refereeing mistake, Annecy stuns favorite Marseille to reach 1st French Cup semi, No. In the season opener against New Mexico State, Araiza boomed a 77-yarder. But Araiza took a while to realize that kicking was his path. Special teams coaches will want to see his mechanics, how quick hes able to transition, how the ball comes off his leg, the power that he has in person. He has shown that he can line up on the inside shade of the guard, and he can win on the interior because he has that quickness, said Brugler. Matt Araiza had two punts of more than 80 yards last season, including an 86-yarder that was the longest punt in college football.He might be able to punt a football from San Diego to Buffalo. It isnt much of a challenge anymore. 10-yard split time 1.61 seconds San Diego State punter and Ray Guy Award winner Matt Araiza announced Tuesday that he will be entering the 2022 NFL draft after putting together one of the best punting seasons in college football . Didnt see the second one and my agent called me. It is what it is. This versatility only adds to his value heading into the NFL Draft since he can be the kickoff specialist as well as fill in as an emergency kicker should the starter suffer an injury during a game. Punting you go out there and you swing as hard as you want.. Hand size 9 1/2 The NCAA record holder is extremely familiar with breaking records. So, earning their respect and earning their trust, and becoming a part of that team was a big accomplishment for me. His, was better than many who are projected to be high draft selections, including. Kicking? Check if your spelling is correct, or try removing filters. Its a loaded defensive end class, Brugler said. While punter prospects arent rare theyre more commonplace than youd expect no prospect at the position has captured the imagination with a mastery of their craft quite like the San Diego State standout. March 25, 2022 5 min read. So that builds his value to your team especially if you have an older kicker who now you can take the kickoff duty from.. What makes me a top prospect in this year's draft is my ability to aggressively attack the ball, play smart football, and contribute a relentless work ethic to make my team better. several third-round selections at punter. 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Smith on Skip and Kaepernick, Martin Luther King Jr., the Revolutionary With Dr. Peniel Joseph. Theyre three different skills that each require practice, and a human leg can swing only so many times before it gets overworked. The Sixth Man award almost always goes to the NBAs highest-scoring bench player. When we spoke on Tuesday night, Araiza called kicking a football really hard the greatest feeling. In addition to punting, he handles placekicking and kickoff duties for San Diego State. Pat McAfee later called the Big Punt a Piss Missile, which is just about the highest honor a punter can receive. According to Austin Gayle of Pro Football Focus, 63 percent of Araiza's punts were downed inside the 20; another 27 were downed inside the 10. Brugler praised Thomas lateral quickness and constant effort to get to the ball. Now for the burning question: where will Araiza be drafted in April? Using AV from Pro-Football-Reference, this somewhat normalizes the impact of a punter on his team. Matt Araiza, the San Diego State punter, was one of the most exciting players in all of college football last season, booming kick after kick in a way the sport had never seen before. If Im punting five to seven times per game and the disparity in average yards is just a few, this doesnt translate to that significant of a difference overall. Watching Araiza help the Aztecs win game after game feels like unlocking a portal to a world where the sports millions of complicated schemes and strategies dont matter. Every front office in the NFL may have Araiza at a different spot on their boards come the last week in April, but the standout college special teams player should hear his name called during the 2022 NFL Draft. Some games you get a bunch of short field goals, he says. In addition to his record-setting punting, he's drilled three 50-yard field goals, second most in college football, and has the fourth-longest average kickoff distance (65.0 yards). Even now, on the precipice of turning professional, there is still the glint of pursuing soccer in the eyes of the San Diego State punter. San Diego State punter Matt Araiza has created a loyal following with his ridiculously strong leg. This might have been due to a tendency by head coach Brady Hoke to put him in aggressive scoring situations, asking Araiza to attempt many tries from 40 yards and beyond in later seasons (he was 3-of-9 from 50+ yards in 2021). Since 2001, NFL teams starting drives from inside their own 5-yard line have scored just 16.8 percent of the time. Please enter a valid email and try again. 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Araiza was chosen with the first pick in the sixth round, the 180th pick overall. Araiza is the third punter in school history to be drafted, joining Mike Saxon (Detroit, 11th round, 1984) and Wayne Ross (Washington, 12th round, 1988). "He was like, 'You're outkicking your coverage. It wasnt surprising that San Diego State punter Matt Araiza lasted until the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, where the Buffalo Bills chose Araiza. Something I hadnt really told anyone yet is if my professional football career ends and I still have a bit of gas in the tank, Im going to go out and try to play semi-pro soccer somewhere. Araiza projects as a punter, because thats where hes setting records, and because hes a lefty. Dunkle also earned First Team All-American by Pro Football Network and Second Team All-American by the Associated Press. San Diego State's Matt Araiza is putting punters on the map, and his scouting report reveals why he's a highly rated 2022 NFL Draft prospect. 22 San Diego State 73, New Mexico 71 the last play, Darrion Trammell and the Minnesota job, Lamont Butlers buzzer-beater quiets Lobos, earns SDSU at least a share of Mountain West Conference title, Game preview: No. All these coaches have an opinion of their own and like to make their own decisions, Araiza said. Angers cumulative yard per punt average in four years at California was 43.5, including a high of 45.6 in his junior season. Of Araiza's 79 punts, 37 went for at least 50 yards; 17 went for 60 yards or more; six went at least 70 yards; and two went for 80-plus yards (no other punter had two punts of 80 yards). But since 2000, nobody has gone higher than Bryan Anger, who was picked 70th by the Jaguars in 2012. In the latest CBS Sports mock draft published this week, Ryan Wilson has the Chargers drafting Thomas with the 20th pick in the first round. In his Mock Draft 1.0 released on November 30, 2021, Brugler slotted Thomas to the Dallas Cowboys with the 25th pick of the first round, adding, Thomas has been nearly unblockable this season for the Aztecs, currently leading college football with 72 pressures.. But being at San Diego State for four years, really living it, it made me laugh that I even considered going anywhere else. NFL Draft Profile: Rhys Byrns, Punter, Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns. Georgia police have secured a warrant to arrest highly-touted draft prospect Jalen Carter, according to a report from Seth Emerson. Araizas performances have been record-setting. 21 UCLA women top ASU in OT in Pac 12 opener 81-70, Irving senses Mavs urgency in new star pairing with Doncic. Araiza will remember that for some time to come, a perceived snub he will use as motivation. Cameron Thomas, Matt Araiza, and William Dunkle decided to forego their senior seasons on the Mesa and declare for the NFL Draft. As for being the third punter drafted? But the San Diego State punter, nicknamed "Punt God" by Twitter and anyone that has seen his 80-yard moonshots for three seasons with the Aztecs, has declared for the 2022 NFL Draft. Although there's some concern that Araiza's booming punts could lead to him outkicking his coverage, San Diego State seemed to do just fine covering his punts. Did the talent-poor Falcons get the roster infusion they needed? Ray Guy, for whom a college football award is named, was a first-round pick in 1973. He is exceptional on fourth down, averaging 51.2 yards per punt in his most recent season. At some positions, NFL teams can struggle to identify the best players. Chicago took offensive tackle Zach Thomas, Camerons brother, in the sixth round. But, I knew I had the potential and once I got rocking and rolling, everything would work out as it did.. Araiza found a home at SDSU, not far from where he grew up. Jalen Carter Named Subject of Arrest Warrant After Fatal Crash That Killed Georgia Teammate, Seattle Seahawks 2023 NFL Draft Prospects To Target at the NFL Combine Include Brian Branch, Nolan Smith, 2023 NFL Draft Big Board: Top 25 Prospects Heading Into NFL Combine Include Jalen Carter, Brian Branch, and Bijan Robinson, Boston Colleges Jaiden Woodbey Is Less Tweener, More Swiss Army Knife. But the Celtics Brogdon is mounting a well-rounded campaign that hearkens back to some of the earliest Sixth Men. Bringing as much star power as a punter can, Araiza will also bring some questions, though, as he was a three-time All-CIF San Diego Section kicker at Rancho Bernando High before becoming an All-Mountain West Conference standout for the Aztecs. Youd think the players at Air Force would be used to dealing with airborne projectiles, but the punt returner just watched as the ball flew over his head. 0. San Diego State punter Matt Araiza is no ordinary prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft. I knew with punting, I was only a couple of adjustments away from what I did this last year. I grew up playing three on three on this tiny indoor field, and thats kind of where my love for soccer and sports started. Its the most Aztecs drafted since four were taken in 2012. There has been one 80-plus-yard punt in the NFL in 2021, by Green Bays Corey Bojorquez. Yes, thats right Araiza truly flipped the field for the Aztecs, changing the line-of-scrimmage from their own 11-yard-line to the 3-yard-line of the Spartans. The relationship is not close to being statistically significant here, and the R-squared value is almost negligible. The Sporting News breaks down everything you need to know about Araiza's record-breaking season in 2021, and the elite group of punters he hopes to join who managed to leverage their collegiate career into high draft picks: Despite Araiza's incredible 2021 season, he is not expected to be among the highest-drafted punters of all time. His selection will depend more on his hangtime and ability to prevent big returns than his record-setting statsin the NFL, returners are faster and better, and might be able to get under the balls that are flying over college players heads. But, thats not all Araiza can do. Bellingers seasonal production did not overtly scream NFL caliber tight end, finishing 2021 with 31 receptions for 357 yards and only two touchdowns. Although Araiza saw plenty of action at San Diego State, he might not see the field much in Buffalo. Araiza has a cannon for a leg, shown with his. He was named to several First and Second All-American Teams by various national media outlets. From the aforementioned information, it appears that Araiza is an elite punting prospect. He could have even pursued a career in track after setting high school records in the 110m and 300m hurdles at Rancho Bernardo High School. Achieving a historic 12-win season and earning a spot in the final College Football Playoff Top 25 Rankings brought many advantages for the San Diego State Aztecs. in this draft class last month and says teams view him as a second-round prospect. But Araiza has a rocket launcher for a leg, so for him consistency is making highlights. Bellinger will have a massive opportunity to show teams that he should be drafted in the top 100 like his former tight end mate, starting with the Senior Bowl and then the NFL Combine. The San Diego State product has shot up draft boards (relatively) thanks to a season in which he set an NCAA record by averaging 51.19 yards per punt, eclipsing the record set by Texas. Reacting to the pick, NFL Network broadcaster Rich Eisen said: Let me tell you something, Buffalo Bills fans, you should be very, very happy. The legend of the Punt God might have been born on Brookshire Street, but it truly began at the soccer park on 14530 Espola Road. One of the most exciting prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft is San Diego State University's Matt Araiza. Araiza may be the greatest college punter of all time. Zac Al-Khateeb is a content producer for The Sporting News. Well, that was just a way onto the football roster. The only other times it happened came in 1993 and 2007. Its been a huge honor.. The question mark on him will be whether he has the athleticism and the speed to hold up against quick, interior rushers in the NFL, said Brugler. Teams are not drafting you based on what you have done, notes Brugler. Aztecs head coach Brady Hoke recently said that Araiza is the teams MVP. They are drafting you based on what they think you will do.. County of San Diego; State of California; Federal . Yet, Araiza went and nailed an 86-yard punt and an 81-yarder in consecutive games against San Jose State and Air Force. The draft was held May 34, 1979, at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City, New York. During his freshman and sophomore years he was put in charge of placekicking and kickoffs; very few schools let one player kick, punt, and handle kickoffs. While Trenton Thompson has not been invited to either of the four end of season all-star bowl games, he will look to impress scouts throughout the draft process, starting with San Diego States pro day, annually held in March. An all-around special teams contributor, the 2021 unanimous All-American had kickoff duties for San Diego State. Neutral Media. A two-star recruit who was ranked as the 19th kicker in the class, he could have elevated his profile at one of the big-name kicking camps. 40-yard time 4.68 seconds Brugler predicts Bellinger will be the second San Diego State player drafted (after Cameron Thomas). Several other three-round mock drafts have slotted Thomas from the first round to not listed. Through the first 180 picks, there were more punters selected (3) than were taken in the entire 2021 draft combined (The Steelers selection of Pressley Harvin was the only punter pick last year). San Diego State punter Matt Araiza is no ordinary prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft. Above is a plot of the average. Overflowing with accolades and a pious sobriquet, San Diego State punter Matt Araiza is going from the sunny skies of Southern California to the wintery winds of Buffalo, as the Bills selected him with the No. So, what's next for this group -- in 2022 and beyond? The 1979 NFL Draft was the procedure by which National Football League teams selected amateur college football players. This, surprises me. But, Araiza isnt an ordinary punter. Ten years from now well know the truth. 2022 NFL Draft, Matt Araiza, Mountain West Football, San Diego State Football, Mountain West Football, NCAAF, NFL Draft, San Diego State, 2023 NFL Combine: Preview, Schedule, How To Watch. Could Aaron Rodgers help Christian Watson compete for hardware from the jump in Green Bay? Araiza has as many 80-plus-yard punts in the past two weeks as every punter in the NFL has in the past 10 seasons combined. Gennaro Filice provides draft grades for each NFC South team. This is understood by several NFL football squads, which is why he has become a hot item on many teams big boards, chiefly the Miami Dolphins and the New England Patriots. You can go as far as your work ethic can take you. So, I think that was probably when I knew I had a shot.. But colleges dont scout kickers based on who makes the most high school field goals; they scout guys who come recommended by kicking coaches, who often assess only players who paid to go to their camps. Playing sports is what I love. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. While praising Bell for his vision and ability to find the cutback lane, he highlights the struggles in pass protection and ball security. This reinforces the significance of gross versus net punting averages. [1][2] The league also held a supplemental draft after the regular draft and before the regular season. We're not controlling field position.' I remember talking to my friends and family about it really early on, How cool would it be to even just be a finalist? It was a cool progression to make, visualizing it in the beginning and then it becoming a reality was an honor.. Are the Bears failing Justin Fields? If I can get my punter as an UDFA instead of using a draft selection on him, that would be preferable.. Its not ordinary to find a punter dominating social media and football conversations across the country. 130) and Georgia's Jake Camarda to the Buccaneers (fourth round, No. Behind guard Max Rices 12 straight points at the end, host Broncos score the games final 14 in the final five minutes to stun Aztecs, Stats and storylines to watch on Tuesday night, when San Diego State takes on Boise State at ExtraMile Arena, San Diego State sits on the cusp of a No. The 2022 NFL Draft surprisingly saw just one QB taken in the first two rounds, but that doesn't doom the entire crop to irrelevance. They attend expensive camps and begin perfecting their form. 1 to 32. Additionally, few of these punters have been widely recognized as the best at their position, even for one season. This is a statement of fact rather than a prediction. In the NFL, teams have to be able to trust you, and those are two issues that are going to hurt him throughout the process, said Brugler. He converted all but one of his 97 career extra-point attempts, too. Few could have seen this meteoric rise to success. The Aztecs are playing for the Mountain West title Saturday and Araiza was going to have a big role again. No other punter. Twenty-nine percent of his punts went for touchbacks. I dont want it to be in the same corner of the country my whole life. And opponents often have to go 90 yards against that incredible defense, because of Araizas amazing punts. 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