Western Kentucky Hilltoppers · All-time career leaders
WKU Football Career Pass Attempts Leaders
Brandon Doughty holds WKU's career pass attempts record with 1,491 attempts (2011–2015). Jeff Cesarone (1,379) and Kawaun Jakes (1,123) round out the top three. 6 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Austin Reed (2022–2023), No. 4 on the list.
Western Kentucky HilltoppersUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Pass Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brandon Doughty | 2011–2015 | 1,491 |
| 2 | Jeff Cesarone | 1984–1987 | 1,379 |
| 3 | Kawaun Jakes | 2009–2012 | 1,123 |
| 4 | Austin Reed | 2022–2023 | 1,073 |
| 5 | Mike White | 2016–2017 | 976 |
| 6 | Justin Haddix | 2003–2006 | 947 |
| 7 | Bailey Zappe | 2021 | 687 |
| 8 | Leo Peckenpaugh | 1970–1973 | 619 |
| 9 | Johnny Vance | 1966–1969 | 592 |
| 10 | John Hall | 1977–1980 | 571 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at WKU only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.