Ronan Culkin Named to Fred Mitchell Award Midseason Watch List

MACOMB, Ill. – Western Illinois football kicker Ronan Culkin has been named to the 2026 Fred Mitchell Award Midseason Watch List, recognizing 40 of the nation's top placekickers for their performance on the field during the first half of the season. The Fred Mitchell Award honors the top placekicker across the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS), NCAA Division II, Division III, NAIA and junior college levels. The award recognizes excellence on the field and contributions to the community. Culkin is among 18 FCS kickers included on this year's midseason watch list. Through six games, Culkin has converted 10 of 12 field-goal...