Will Reichard’s exceptional career has seen him score more points than any player in the history of college football. The Alabama placekicker’s journey has been marked by a remarkable display of consistency, entering the SEC Championship with an impressive record of 80 made field goals and 290 extra points over his five-year tenure in Tuscaloosa. One more field goal was all he needed to ascend to the summit of the all-time points leaderboard, a milestone he achieved with precision by nailing a 43-yard kick in the first quarter. Reichard’s feat of securing 533 career points not only set the SEC’s all-time points record but also solidified his status as the highest-scoring player in FBS history.
His journey to this historic achievement reflects not only on his skill but also on his decision to return for a fifth season at Alabama. During the SEC Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Reichard added another accolade to his illustrious resume. Coach Saban, recognizing the kicker’s innate understanding of his performance, provides simple yet supportive messages, acknowledging the technical awareness kickers possess.
“I mean, it’s almost like a golfer,” Saban said. “You kind of technically know when you’re hitting it right or when you’re taking it too far inside or not turning enough or whatever it is, and you can fix yourself. I think when we start telling guys like Will Reichard how to do what he does, it probably can mess them up more than it can help them.”
With his unparalleled achievement, Will Reichard now reigns supreme as the king of all point scorers in college football. Congratulations, Will, on etching your name into the history books with a record-breaking and extraordinary career. Your prowess and consistency have truly set you apart, marking an exceptional legacy in the world of college football.
