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Jake Ference Northern Illinois
File P-77 · National rank 5269 · 2028 class

Jake Ference

#36· Northern Illinois ·P ·So ·2028 Draft · St. Louis, Mo.
6'0"Height 188 lbWeight
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Quick Notes
Jake Ference is a sophomore punter who projects as a starter for Northern Illinois. He profiles as a developmental piece with a long way to go.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#77 P / 257
#5269 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Projected 2026 starter and a proven producer — 30 punts, 43.7 avg (2025). Grade benchmarked to a Mountain West draft-outcome projection; the band carries his 2027 upside.

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P Keys 2025 · Northern Illinois
43.7
Avg
Better than 58% of 118 Ps
30
Punts
Better than 24% of 122 Ps
61
Long
Better than 46% of 117 Ps
Recruiting
High SchoolLafayette
HometownSt. Louis, Mo.
Players Like Him
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk