A.J. Cole remains one of the NFL’s most reliable punters, but he is **not a current NC State college player**
A.J. Cole is an NC State alum now punting for the Las Vegas Raiders, where he is still a high-end field-position weapon rather than just a volume kicker; in 2025 he recorded 71 punts, tied for 6th in the NFL, with a 47.6-yard average, and he has earned Pro Bowl-level recognition for his consistency and athleticism. He stands out for size, power, and occasional playmaking ability—he has even been used on coverage-impact moments like a forced fumble—making him a strong fit for teams that value hidden-yardage control and a punter who can affect the game beyond standard punts.[2][4][7]
