South Alabama K James Whatley: versatile specialist with proven leg strength
James Whatley is a South Alabama kicking/punting option whose appeal is versatility and a strong high-school résumé, highlighted by first-team All-Metro honors and a 43.0-yard punting average in prep play[3]. He also brought multi-sport athleticism from soccer, which often translates well to timing, coordination, and consistency in the kicking game[3]. Publicly available college stat detail is limited, so the best read is that he profiles as a reliable specialist prospect rather than a flashy stat-stuffer[1][6].
