Rice Owls · All-time career leaders
Rice Football Career Punting Average Leaders
Jack Fox holds Rice's career punting average record with 43.4 yards per punt (2015–2018). Kyle Martens (43) and James Farrimond (42.4) round out the top three. 5 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Charlie Mendes (2020–2022), No. 4 on the list.
Rice OwlsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Punting Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Fox | 2015–2018 | 43.4 |
| 2 | Kyle Martens | 2008–2011 | 43 |
| 3 | James Farrimond | 2012–2015 | 42.4 |
| 4 | Charlie Mendes | 2020–2022 | 42.1 |
| 5 | Jared Scruggs | 2003–2006 | 41.4 |
| 6 | Tucker Phillips | 1992–1996 | 40.9 |
| 7 | Travis Hale | 1999–2002 | 40.6 |
| 8 | Steve Kidd | 1983–1986 | 40.4 |
| 9 | Mark Williams | 1970–1972 | 40 |
| 10 | Mike Landrum | 1973–1975 | 39.7 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Rice only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.