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Iowa kicker Keith Duncan named finalist for individual honor
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Iowa kicker Keith Duncan has been a critical part of the Hawkeyes’ success this season, and now he’s being recognized for his efforts. And in a big way.
On Monday, it was announced that Duncan is one of three finalists for the Lou Groza Award, presented to the best kicker in college football. The other two finalists are Georgia’s Rodrigo Blankenship and Washington State’s Blake Mazza.
Ray Guy Finalists (best punter): Houston’s Dane Roy, Kentucky’s Max Duffy, Syracuse’s Sterling Hofrichter
Lou Groza Finalists (best kicker: UGA’s Rodrigo Blankenship, Iowa’s Keith Duncan, Wazzu’s Blake Mazza
— Bryan Fischer (@BryanDFischer) November 25, 2019
Duncan has attempted more field goals than any other kicker in college football this season, called into action 32 times this season. He’s also knocked home 27 of those attempts, also the most in the sport.
His 84.4 conversion rate ranks 26th nationally.
Duncan has knocked down four field goals in three different games this season (Iowa State, Purdue, Illinois). The Hawkeyes are 3-0 in those games. He’s also 22-of-22 on extra point attempts.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB