
UCF’s old-school money kicker with clutch DNA
In the 2006 season, Michael Torres was a reliable weapon for UCF, tying for the second-most field goals in a single season in program history with 17 and earning Lou Groza Award recognition that fall. He stood out for calm, late-game kicking under pressure—his 22-yard game-winner against Marshall was the kind of clutch moment coaches love. The big question for a fit is trust: if you want a kicker who can handle tight games and deliver in traffic, Torres checked that box.