Daniels Named to Fred Mitchell Award Midseason Watch List

DURHAM, N.C. – North Carolina Central University freshman placekicker Riley Daniels has been named to the 2026 Fred Mitchell Award Midseason Watch List, the organization announced Wednesday. Daniels is one of 40 placekickers recognized for their performances during the first half of the college football season. The Fred Mitchell Award honors the nation’s top placekicker from the Football Championship Subdivision, Division II, Division III, NAIA and junior college levels. The Raleigh, North Carolina, native has converted 10 of his 13 field-goal attempts this season, including all three of his attempts from 20-29 yards. Daniels is also 17-for-19 on extra-point attempts…