the walk-on punter who built a Miami (OH) weapon
Richardson emerged as a high-impact punter for Miami (OH), with a 2008 season average of 45.38 yards per punt, leading the MAC and ranking among the nation’s best; he also showed real NFL-level traits as a directional punter and already had a reputation as a former walk-on with strong work ethic and toughness.[1][2] The big question for a fit is consistency under pressure and health—Miami’s roster notes mention he sat out spring drills with a leg injury, but the upside is obvious: field-position control, booming distance, and a player teammates and coaches trusted to swing games.[2][5]
