Will Thorley gives Samford a booming, veteran leg in the kicking game
In the 2026 season, senior punter Will Thorley has already flashed big-time leg strength for Samford, opening with a 47.8-yard average on six punts against North Alabama and a 41.7-yard average against Southern Illinois, while also putting three kicks inside the 20 in the opener[7][8]. He’s a seasoned Australian specialist who has handled every-game duty before, and Samford’s own coverage says he’s the primary punter after graduating competition ahead of him[1][13]. The fit is clear: if a team wants hang time, field-position control, and a steady veteran presence, Thorley is a real weapon.
