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. This article was published more than1 year ago. It was the NFL's longest field goal in history. The Draft Scout Database provides Many different Functions, Sorts, Exports & More for more than 25 Major Clients the past 15 Years. Your email address will not be published. Longs of the seven drafted and undrafted 2022 rookies in their last years of college? 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. JMU kicker Ethan Ratke kicks a field goal against Delaware in October. The jump between the FCS and the NFL is massive, but the expectation isnt really that Johnson become a starter. As a freshman, Ratke attempted 56 kickoffs with 15 touchbacks and an average of 60.5 yards. Annalicia Goodman shines in Dukes' win over Tribe, 67-39. JMU led 23-0 with 7 minutes left in the third quarter. Head coach Curt Cignetti never told him to change them, Ratke said. Staff writer Craig Mathias details who should win what and the key players from the 2021 NFL season. JMU limited W&M to 80 first-half yards and led 23-0 late in the third quarter. Prior to enrolling at LSU, York attended the high school All American game where he hit a 59 yard field goal in game. Former JMU punter Harry OKelly (2017-21) said Ratke was superstitious about them. In 2019 and 2020, the Dukes had players (Jimmy Moreland and Ben DiNucci) taken in the seventh round of their respective draft years. 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. 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. This year has been a whirlwind of events for JMU sports. Ethan Ratke 37 Yd Field Goal: 3rd Quarter: 6:49: Richmond field goal. Season wrap-up: College football cant ruin the magic of college football, no matter how hard it tries. The Dukes (10-1) are seeded third in the FCS tournament, and the headliners Saturday afternoon will include quarterback Cole Johnson, the CAAs offensive player of the year. John Parker Romo, Virginia Tech - Round Grade: FA, 15. Teams [ edit] We are powered by Three Notch'd Brewing, Both teams are in the mix for double byes in the SBC Tournament. You have permission to edit this article. Ratke is coming off the 2021 FCS spring season in which he was perfect by nailing 14-of-14 field goal attempts. He. Cade York is the rare 3rd year kicker who decided to enter the draft early, and it doesnt surprise me at all. His career long is 48 yards but he says he spent time in the offseason working to add distance to his kicks. HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Ethan Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the James Madison football team. To view other positions, follow the links below. Kicking woes are seemingly at an all-time high this year. Draft projection: Undrafted free agent. Darts and Pats is the place to do it. Since NFL games average more spectators than FCS games, scouts may have concerns about Ratkes lack of experience in high-pressure environments. Andrew Mevis, Iowa State - Round Grade: PFA, 7. Featuring the latest in news, opinion, culture and sports from The Breeze. Ryan Coe had a 51-yard field goal for the Blue Hens and Zach Gwynn found James Collins for a 26-yard touchdown. 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. After a record 525 points, James Madisons Ethan Ratke is still kicking. Hes a short stepper with a quick kick and decent elevation, while maintaining above average accuracy. A retractable side opening let Ratke move back to maximum distance. The Tribe popped two long touchdown runs (53-yarder by Malachi Imoh, 46-yarder by Bronson Yoder) to tighten it up. Now, Ratke is training to play in the NFL 3-4 days a week. 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. 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) Check out the massive spreadsheet now, 10 Players Who Will Dominate the 2023 NFL Combine. He began the year as the fourth-string kicker, to be fair. 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. NFL Draft Bible 2022 kicker rankings for the NFL Draft, with scouting reports and draft information linked to player names. 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. Ratke said he generally doesnt monitor where he is on NCAA career lists, but added, when it gets this big, its hard to avoid. Error! Error! Justin Tucker, the best kicker in the NFL? "J-M-U!" Dane Bruglers draft guide says Greenes 40 time checks in at over five seconds. 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. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.. Cloudy in the evening, then off and on rain showers after midnight. JMU downed Texas State 40-13 on Family Weekend to move to 4-0 (2-0 Sun Belt) in its first year in the FBS. In his one season at Iowa State, Mevis made a statement. You are currently viewing the best kickers in the 2022 NFL Draft. 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!" At least five kickers will have a legitimate chance at grabbing an NFL roster spot, with the ideal mix of leg strength and accuracy. 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. In the pandemic-delayed 2020 season played in the spring Ratke made all 14 of his field goals. There could be a competitive market for his services if he goes undrafted. Ratkes experience on kickoffs was limited over his career, but he was successful as JMUs kickoff specialist. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I think they got overlooked purely because we're in a conference where there was no really other good teams. 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. The Dukes and Monarchs mens soccer tied 0-0 despite each team accumulating over 12 shots. His mechanics are quick and consistent, with a confident and clean kick. 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. Can he hit from 50+ consistently? Ratke felt he had to keep his pair. Bennett and Jack break down what to expect out of MBB & WBB as they head down the stretch. 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. Contact BNB Football with any questions, comments, suggestions, or business inquiries. 1 ranking in country. 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. 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. Greene checks in at closer to 280 lbs, making his agility and speed results at JMUs Pro Day important. or. If a pair of teams like him, theres a good chance a few others may as well. 8-for-11 from 40-49 yards, 2-for-2 from 50+, long of 54. Im guessing Greene will have a line of suitors when teams start signing undrafted free agents. He may have a future in it afterward. Since NFL games average more spectators than FCS games, scouts may have concerns about Ratkes lack of experience in high-pressure environments. With just over three minutes left in the 2017 FCS Quarterfinals, JMU was trailing 28-20 with its . BNB Football is the best place for in-depth analysis of 2022 kicker prospects at all levels of college football. As the College Football Playoff approaches, it's once again the yearly conversation about the format for the FBS. This, then, is an ode to the operation because Radkes historic run is about the repetition that creates a rhythm that is built on a relationship among three players who have been doing this long enough that they have an understanding of and appreciation for their craft. Either of them. James Madison is preparing to host VMI in the first round of the FCS Playoffs. That was the moment Ratke solidified his place in JMU football history. Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops says transfer QB Devin Leary, who had season-ending surgery in 2022 for a pectoral injury, is "close to full go" for the Wildcats. 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. 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. Ratke said it was because he always dragged his right foot. Davis said he has been long snapping since sixth grade. An FCS scout tweeted after JMUs Pro Day that the Colts and Chargers could be interested in his services. 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. Ratke has made all nine of his field attempts during the 2021 spring season and has. Hes kicked in big games, and hasnt shown any issues with pressure scenarios. Dan Graziano reports from the NFL combine on the possible repercussions Jalen Carter could face from the league. 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.. Kyle, he really starts everything, Miller said. 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. It was relatively smooth sailing for Ratke at first. His confidence has certainly rubbed off on me.. He stayed by the sidelines heaters most of the time, he said, and adrenaline pumped to the point he didnt feel the frigidness. Its a possibility if both sides were willing.. He said Wise, Ratkes replacement, is the polar opposite of Ratke. Michigan finally did. Winds light and variable. Man died Wednesday. The lineup includes three home dual meets,. When Ratke was the main kickoff specialist, he averaged 60.5 yards on 56 attempts, including 15 touchbacks. 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. 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. It includes former Washington Football Team kickers Dustin Hopkins, Kai Forbath, Nick Novak and even the injured incumbent, Joey Slye, all in the top 20 all-time. 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. 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. 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. I hear about it from other guys all the time. Its not about me at all, he said. I thought special teams overall was good and Ratke made some long field goals tonight, said Cignetti, following Fridays practice. 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. You can cancel at any time. 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. (AP) Ethan Ratke kicked a school record five field goals to back a sturdy defense and James Madison smothered Delaware 22-10 on Saturday. Davis job frequently became helping Ratke, his roommate, simplify the job, encouraging him to just kick the ball. JMU leads the series 27-17, with six consecutive victories. In a Saturday filled with upsets across the Sun Belt Conference, there was an overall sense . New Orleans, Washington and Detroit have each used four different kickers. 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. According to. What makes the Justices so elite? Distance is the . Here are some of the highlights and the Fargodome before the game. You have permission to edit this article. Ive missed big kicks, and Ive made big kicks. The Cowboys determined that DiNucci was worthy of a seventh-round pick, and theres no reason to believe a team couldnt take a flier on Johnson. Ratke got the cleats they had in the back from JMU as a redshirt freshman in 2017. Hes got the leg speed and consistent mechanics that you look for in a place kicker, with plenty of experience kicking in big games. The 2022 NFL Draft will be here before we know it which means that it is time to get ready for what lies ahead. While Ratke has been a reliable kicker for the Dukes, he hasnt a made a lot of long field goals. Hes close to becoming the FCS all-time field goal record-holder. Being selected in the NFL Draft isnt a common occurrence for JMU football players, but that trend can certainly change in coming years with the Dukes moving to the FBS. 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. 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. James Madisons process brings nothing but comfort. Sports writer Jackson Hephner details what the system can learn from the FCS and what changes can be made. Same for a few of our guys, OKelly said. Apart from the Johnson-over-Mathis dynamic working in JMUs favor, the Dukes receivers were superior to W&Ms coverage men. 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. Now they are completely confident in each other. 25 Tribe went with a rusty quarterback, Hollis Mathis. With all these accolades to his name, Ratke has proven that he should get a chance at the NFL level. Davis accused him of eating the same Chipotle meal every Thursday, a practice Ratke said he has weaned himself of. 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. Feeling is he will wind up a 6th-7th rd pick. 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. Chance of rain 60%. 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. Mathis hadnt started since Sept. 11 and faced a Dukes defense ranked seventh nationally in scoring defense (15.3 ppg). Find who might be worthy of a draft pick, and who is nothing more than a training camp body. Fornadel was mentioned as an NFL prospect early in his JMU career, given his blend of size and production. Jake Larson 43 Yd Field Goal: 2:38: James Madison field goal . 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. The Tribe host Richmond in their usual season-ending rivalry game. He was a very nervous, shy guy at first, OKelly said. So the main thing is just focusing on the next kick.. Ratke, not on an NFL roster, is readying for an opportunity. His holder, Miller, described Ratkes on-the-field demeanor as level-headed.. The Dukes (9-1, 6-1 CAA), headed to the FBS, track toward their last CAA title. Kyles big on that because Kyle really has no superstitions at all. If he was thrown off a little bit, you could tell it threw him off, Davis said. 20-for-26 FG, 57-for-58XP. 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. According to a Sept. 16 article from The Athletics Mike Sando, Week 1 kickers were worse in clutch kicks than any week since at least 2000. There was a problem saving your notification. 15 Towson in the last game of the regular season that year. He was an absolutely insane 15-of-19 from 50+ in his time there, and gets excellent height on his kicks to avoid the getting blocked. 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. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. Saturday (April 24) at Bridgeforth Stadium. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but the Dukes trailed 10-9 at the half. Featuring the latest in news, opinion, culture and sports from The Breeze. To view other positions, follow the links below. He finished his career with 39 tackles for loss and 18 sacks, and he disrupted FCS offenses from both the defensive tackle and defensive end positions during his collegiate career. By the end of Week 3, the 33 kickers whove attempted a field goal are 79.7% on 174 attempts. Sports Editor Madison Hricik details the the comeback, rooted in messaging from JMU head coach Curt Cignetti and graduate transfer quarterback Todd Centeio. York has truly special leg strength, and was consistently trusted from 50+ at LSU. Strength and production are two positives in Greenes favor as he looks to land on an NFL roster. By the end of fall camp, Ratke had climbed to second string. 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. 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. 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.. Im not sure the fit makes a ton of sense on either team, but it appears theres at least NFL interest surrounding Johnson. Ratke has made all nine of his field attempts during the 2021 spring season and has been a perfect 20-for-20 on extra points. These kickers often have to compete for the starting job with a veteran kicker or another free-agent signee. 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. Contributing writer Kaiden Bridges dives into what's at the forefront of the back line's success and the buy-in to JMU's philosophy that's aided its 6-2-3 start. Hassan Haskins high school coach needed someone to listen. Interest from a bunch of teams, but Colts & LAC are enamored with him. Ethan Ratke 27 Yd Field Goal: 2nd Quarter: 11:29: Richmond field goal. Hes also knocked through 176 PATs during his JMU career. Ratke has made just under 84% of his field goal attempts at JMU. If were in that situation, Id want to go out and kick that., Ratke added: Ive definitely been trying to add distance and I have worked with some kicking coaches and things like that to try and improve and just more accurate.. Our top kicker prospects are selected after thousands of hours carefully scouting the best place kickers in college football. And yet heres Ratke, a fifth-year senior, on his status. I try to keep it out of my mind., Six PATs would have been preferable to six FGs, in Ratkes estimation. That doesnt mean an opportunity cant present itself, especially if missed kicks in the clutch continue this NFL season. You go through the same routine no matter when the kick happens or where youre kicking from. The Basketball Postseason Is Here | JMU Sports News Podcast, The Spring has Sprung | JMU Sports News Podcast, Men's Basketball is Back! 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. We take our jobs to the utmost seriousness, Miller said. The seventh-ranked Dukes improved to 6-1 on the year and 4-1 in CAA play, while the Blue Hens fell for the . Fair enough the drive ended in three points for the road team. Nick Sciba, Wake Forest - Round Grade: PFA, 6. If you want a guy whos going to kick a field goal and not miss inside 50 yards, its Ethan Ratke, OKelly said. NEWARK, Del. 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. I think had we been in the Sun Belt for the last few years, his opportunity gets better. NEWARK, Del. Jake Larson 22 Yd Field Goal: 0:00: James Madison field goal. It's also, We've ranked 3000 prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft! 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. Head back to the 2022 NFL Draft Bible Virtual Guide homepage. So, Ratke and his white cleats were tested against live bullets, starting in the third quarter versus the Tribe. Ratke is the Colonia Athletic Association career leader in field goals and scoring. (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. Despite the attendance disparity, kickers from lower divisions of college football have found success in the NFL. He used to be the most superstitious person in the world, Davis said. Ethan Ratke, James Madison - Round Grade: PFA, 8. It was a week for the kickers in the CAA. Ratke's third field goal the longest in JMU postseason history capped . More than that: No college kicker, at any level, has scored more than Ratkes 525 points. 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. Ethan Ratke - Football - James Madison University Athletics 2021 Football Roster 91 Ethan Ratke Year Redshirt Senior Position Kicker Ht./Wt. Percy Agyei-Obese 1 Yd Run (Ethan Ratke Kick) 7:00: James Madison field goal. On senior day in 2021, when JMU wore all black, Ratke still sported his white cleats. 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. , JMU averaged 20,017 spectators from 2015 to 2019 the third highest at the FCS level during that time. Now, Ratke, nine months removed from his JMU playing days, 542 points and 101 made field goals later, is looking for more. James Madison's success rate has made Ethan Ratke, the kicker in question, the Colonial Athletic Association's special teams player of the year. 1. Sports Editor Grant Johnson and Breeze TV Anchor Joshua Dixon go inside the fan and on-field environment in Boone, North Carolina, and what it meant to the JMU players to have the support it did on the road. Even still, they were his shoes, his cleats, after all, which he said he wanted to roll with the whole season. In his time with the Dukes, Ratke put up historic numbers and created an impressive legacy in college football. Its easy to be confident when I have a great holder and a great snapper and everybody is supporting me all the time. A young Ratke disputed that. His longest made field goal at JMU was the 46-yarder versus Weber State in the FCS quarterfinals. Prior to enrolling at LSU, York attended the high . 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. 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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? Given his height and recent performance, hes drawn interest from NFL scouts. Sep 17, 2021 Ethan Ratke, who sealed James Madison's 31-28 win over Weber State in the FCS playoffs in 2017 with a 46-yard field goal with no time remaining, is still the starting kicker for. Caleb Shudak is proof that height is not a great indicator of leg strength. JMUs Kris Thornton slipped behind William & Marys Ryan Poole for a long completion Saturday at Zable Stadium. To view the players scouting report, click on the name of the player you want to learn more about. . Yeah, hes better. Opinion | Ethan Ratke deserves a shot in the NFL, Kicking woes are seemingly at an all-time high this year. He said JMU just hadnt been in positions to try many long kicks while he had the job. HARRISONBURG Ethan Ratke wasn't feeling the pressure. He hit 5-of-7 from 50+ this past season, and offers consistent mechanics with a confident strike. 13-for-15 FG, 49-for-50 XP. He cant fit into those Weber State size 8 1/2s anymore, but he thinks he still has them somewhere. Ratke had kicks of 30, 37 and 47 yards but. Sports editor Savannah Reger shares her experiences and what it was like to cover everything this season. Caleb Shudak, Iowa St - Round Grade: PFA, 10. 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. 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. From 2019-21, they ran the show when the JMU offense and defense rested on the sideline. 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