Draft Preview: Jeff Schebler

Among the kickers eligible for this year's NFL draft, or signing as an undrafted free agent thereafter, is Wisconson-Whitewater's Jeff Schebler. He ranks in the top ten in many of the various draft rankings.

Career Highlights. Schebler's profile page on the Warhawks' website:

2009 Senior Season

• 470 career points is the most of any place-kicker in NCAA history at any level
• recipient of inaugural Fred Mitchell Award
• Gagliardi Trophy finalist
• unanimous First Team All-Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for the fourth straight year
• AFCA First Team All-American
• scored 10 points in November 21 Division III playoff win over Lakeland to become the NCAA’s all-time point leader among place-kickers, passing the previous mark of 433 set by Art Carmody of Louisville
• holds the school career records for PAT’s made (232), PAT’s attempted (243), FG’s made (80) and FG’s attempted (93)

High School

• All-State Soccer, All-State Football, All-Area Football

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College Stats

2009: 14 of 18 (77.7%) FGs; 83 of 85 PATs; 125 points

2008: 22 of 29 (75.9%) FGs; 58 of 64 PATs; 124 points

2007: 21 of 27 (77.7%) FGs; 36 of 37 PATs; 99 points

2006: 18 of 21 (85.7%) FGs; 68 of 70 PATs; 122 points

In December, Schebler commented on the career numbers he accrued:

"That all still seems a little unreal. I've had people ask me about it, but honestly I haven't spent a lot of time thinking about individual records. It's something I'm sure I'll appreciate more in a few years when I have a chance to look back and reflect a bit on the big picture.... It hasn't hit me yet what I've accomplished. I'm just out there trying to get points for our team. It's crazy to think about - the numbers and stuff. When I came here, I didn't really know how things would work out.... Getting the chance to play in 60 college games is the thing that impresses me the most. Most college players don't get that chance. I've been fortunate to be part of great teams. Having the chance to play in 60 games and four national championship games, that's pretty special."

In February, Schebler discussed his NFL prospects:

"I'll keep working hard because you never know. A couple of teams have called and I'm going to participate in Pro Day at (Wisconsin) March 10, but if it nothing happens, I've got some interviews lined up for a real job."

Regarding his Pro Day workout last month, Schlebler commented:

"I thought I was hitting the ball well. I missed a couple. On the 55-yarder, I thought I had the distance, it just went right."

Also in attendance was former Whitewater coach Bob Berezowitz who noted:

“I think he’s done an excellent job of preparing and he’s put in the time and effort. He’s shown he has the consistency, but it all depends how you handle the pressure.... He’s been up to 55 yards, and I think he has the leg strength and that kind of accuracy."