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Ohio State Football Career Punting Average Leaders
Andy Groom holds Ohio State's career punting average record with 45 yards per punt (2001–2002). Cameron Johnston (44.9) and Tom Tupa (44.7) round out the top three. 7 of the top 12 played since 2000; the most recent is Joe McGuire (2024–2025), No. 8 on the list.
Ohio State BuckeyesUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Punting Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andy Groom | 2001–2002 | 45 |
| 2 | Cameron Johnston | 2013–2016 | 44.9 |
| 3 | Tom Tupa | 1984–1987 | 44.7 |
| 4 | Drue Chrisman | 2017–2020 | 44 |
| 5 | Jesse Mirco | 2021–2023 | 43.9 |
| 6 | Kyle Turano | 2004 | 42.8 |
| 7 | Tom Skladany | 1973–1976 | 42.7 |
| 8 | B.J. Sander | 1999–2003 | 42.2 |
| 8 | Joe McGuireIn CFB 27 | 2024–2025 | 42.2 |
| 10 | Brent Bartholomew | 1995–1998 | 41.9 |
| 11 | Tom Orosz | 1977–1980 | 41.8 |
| 12 | Ben Buchanan | 2009–2012 | 41.2 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Ohio State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.