Australian Punter Atticus Bertrams: Ray Guy Watch List Star with Elite Range and Fake-Punt Grit
Atticus Bertrams, a junior punter from Sydney, Australia, stands out as a **Ray Guy Award preseason watch list** member for 2025 after posting a **45.3-yard average** on 55 punts in 2024—the second-highest clip in Wisconsin history that season[1][2]. His **differentiator** is rare dual-threat capability: he’s not just a distance punter but a **fake-punt runner** who scored a 15-yard first down vs. Penn State and put defenders “on skates” with agile moves[3][7][8]. While he entered the **transfer portal** in October 2024 with one season of eligibility remaining, his **intensity**, **academic excellence** (Academic All-Big Ten), and **global perspective** as an international athlete make him a high-upside fit for teams needing a punter with **range, reliability, and clutch versatility**[1][3].
