Ryan Short gives Butler reliable dual-threat value in the kicking game
In the 2024 season, Ryan Short was Butler’s all-purpose specialist, going 11-for-14 on field goals, 34-for-41 on PATs, and averaging 38.1 yards on 31 punts, which makes him valuable as a true two-way special teams piece rather than a one-dimensional kicker.[1][2] His biggest differentiators are versatility and steadiness inside 40 yards, plus the confidence to handle both kicking and punting duties in game situations.[2][6] He also showed clutch capability with a late winning field goal at Murray State, a useful sign for teams that want a dependable, pressure-tested specialist.[3]
