
Navy’s steady field-position weapon
In the 2005 season, Eric Shuey was a reliable, field-position-first punter for Navy, averaging 38.4 yards per punt and repeatedly helping flip the field rather than just boom the ball[3][4]. He was praised for consistency, deep placement, and poise—17 of his 71 career punts landed inside the 20 while only two became touchbacks, a strong indicator of control and situational punting[4]. If you want a punter who helps your defense more than your highlight reel, Shuey fits the bill.