Alex McPherson just dropped a truth bomb, revealing he and his unit are casually knocking down 60-yard field goals in practice. This isn’t just talk, either. The Auburn kicker, heading into his senior year, is finally back to full strength after battling an inflammatory bowel disease that seriously sidelined him in 2024.
This Kicker Is NOT Messing Around After His Toughest Fight
Remember how tough it was for McPherson back in 2024? The dude got hit with an inflammatory bowel disease, limiting him to just one game that entire season. It was a brutal setback after his monster redshirt freshman year in 2023, where he was absolutely lights out: a perfect 13-of-13 on field goals and 40-of-40 on extra points. Talk about a total game-changer, then having it all cut short.
Last season, 2025, was all about getting that strength back and finding his rhythm again, a grinding return to his usual routine. Now, in 2026, he’s fully there, feeling like himself again, and the evidence is already piling up. We saw him connect on a monstrous 55-yard field goal during the A-Day game in April. That kick? It would’ve been the longest of his entire career if it happened in an actual game. He told everyone at SEC Media Day that “I think I’m kicking as good as I have since before I got sick.” You can hear the relief in that statement, right? He’s just “really exciting getting to do that and play with the guys to the full extent.” That’s the fire we love to see.
His Confidence Is Back, And So Is That Cannon Leg
It’s not just his health, folks, his confidence is absolutely soaring. McPherson is not backing down from any situation. He says he can deliver on whatever his team needs, distance-wise. How can he be so sure? Well, he casually mentioned that he and the unit hit a 60-yarder yesterday before he even hopped on the plane for SEC Media Day. Let that sink in for a second: 60 yards! He feels “wherever you need me, I think at this point I’m confident in from kicking, distance-wise. And just excited to have that strength back.” That’s not just confidence, that’s pure belief in his ability to absolutely launch the ball when it matters most.
Looking at his career numbers, it’s clear this guy is a machine. He’s still sitting at a perfect 100% on all 87 extra point opportunities over his four seasons. And for field goals? He’s made 89% of them, connecting on 40-of-45 tries across 30 games. Those are elite numbers. This senior is ready to lead his special teams unit, hoping to finish his collegiate career with a bang.
This is huge for Auburn. Having a weapon like McPherson, who can hit from anywhere on the field and has that kind of mental toughness, changes everything for their offensive strategy. Opponents better be ready for a senior who’s not just healthy, but who’s also kicking the ball better than ever before. This 2026 season could be special for McPherson.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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