New Mexico State Aggies · All-time career leaders
NM State Football Career Punting Average Leaders
C. Chapman-Brown holds NM State's career punting average record with 44 yards per punt (2012–2013). Kyle Hughes (42.16) and Andy Kohl (41.99) round out the top three. 6 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Josh Carlson (2020–2022), No. 6 on the list.
New Mexico State AggiesUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Punting Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C. Chapman-Brown | 2012–2013 | 44 |
| 2 | Kyle Hughes | 2008–2009 | 42.16 |
| 3 | Andy Kohl | 1997–2000 | 41.99 |
| 4 | Payton Theisler | 2016–2019 | 41.51 |
| 5 | Jared Kaufman | 2005–2007 | 41.4 |
| 6 | Josh Carlson | 2020–2022 | 41.09 |
| 7 | Cliff Olander | 1974–1976 | 41.05 |
| 8 | Brad Evans | 2002–2005 | 40.3 |
| 9 | Marc Brandt | 1979–1982 | 40.12 |
| 10 | Garret Henson | 1989–1991 | 40.06 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at NM State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.