Grading System

NATE FIKSE

Position: P Class: Sr School: UCLA Conference: Pac-10 Ht., Wt.: 5'9, 195 40 Time: 4.92 Grade: 3.44

BIO: Duel threat kicker and All-Conference winner several times the past four seasons. Connected on 92.3 percent of his field goals with a long of 51 yards, also averaging 41.9 yards on 71 punts. Had a long punt of 63 yards and placed 23 inside the 20 yard line. Averaged 44.2 yards on 53 punts as a junior with a long of 65 yards after a 43.3 yard average on 75 punts the prior year. Longest punt to date was 76 yards, which was accomplished against Oregon State during his freshman season. POSITIVES: Big legged kicker who gets great hang time on his punts or booms kick-offs into opponents end zone. Two step punter that quickly gets the ball off his foot and displays a strong explosive leg. Accurate on the long field goals and can kick in the clutch situation. NEGATIVES: Best punting in a straight line and only marginal abilities to directional kick or pooch punt. ANALYSIS: Got by in college showing off the strength of his leg but must now develop the ability to place his punts rather than just knock the air out of the ball. PROJECTION: Undrafted Free Agent