COLUMBIA → BIRMINGHAM → NEW YORK — Four letters: K-I-C-K. Three numbers: 61, 20–21, 45. One dream: to make it in the NFL.L
et it be known—Missouri doesn’t just build football players. It forges legends.
From the echoing roars of Faurot Field to the unshakable discipline behind closed doors, Missouri Tigers Football is where raw talent gets sculpted into warriors. Where underdogs become captains, and stars like Harrison Mevis transform from student-athletes into history-makers.
This isn’t some fluke or lucky break. What’s happening with Mevis is the natural consequence of what Mizzou has always stood for—grit, loyalty, and big-game DNA.
The same program that raised Chase Daniel, Jeremy Maclin, Sheldon Richardson, and Nick Bolton just sent another monster to the league. And this time, it’s the most feared right leg in college football history.
He’s called the “Thiccer Kicker,” but he’s more than a meme.
He’s Missouri-built, UFL-tested, and now NFL-bound.
This is the story of how Harrison Mevis left a legacy in black & gold—and brought it straight to the big leagues.
That’s the story of Harrison Mevis, once the unstoppable kicker at Mizzou, reborn in the UFL, and now a New York Jet ready to rewrite the rulebook.
CHAPTER 1: MISSOURI’S ICONIC ‘THICCER KICKER’
At 5’11” and 243 pounds, Harrison Mevis wasn’t your typical kicker—he was a linebacker masquerading as one. At Warsaw Community High in Indiana, he honed a leg and a mindset that screamed confidence. In 2020, Missouri took a bet on his talent—and he paid it in full:
89 of 106 field goals (84 %), postseason booms included
148 of 149 extra points
First-team All-American in 2021, Freshman All-American in 2020
An unforgettable 61-yard game-winner to stun #15 Kansas State in 2023—SEC record-holder
He wasn’t just good—he was legendary. His name echoed through Faurot Field as the ultimate closers’ clutch.
CHAPTER 2: NFL DREAMS, UFL REALITY CHECK
The 2024 NFL Draft came and went—no call. Undeterred, Mevis signed with the Carolina Panthers as a UDFA, but was cut during camp .
Most would panic. Harrison didn’t. He joined the Birmingham Stallions in the UFL, and posted god-tier numbers:
20-for-21 on FG attempts (95.2 %)
Near-perfect from 50+ yards and explosive on kickoffs (64.9‑yard average)
Averaged 5-for-6 beyond 50 yards, proving his range
He was unstoppable again—this time under different lights.
CHAPTER 3: THE JETS GO ALL-IN
On June 17, 2025, the New York Jets signed Mevis—nicknamed the “Thiccer Kicker”—to their active roster. He’s now vying for the starting kicker job against Anders Carlson and rookie Caden Davis .
The move hasn’t just made noise—it’s turned heads:
The Jets released Carlson, clearing space for Harrison
Analysts say the signing reflects dissatisfaction with existing options
Fans have erupted on social media: “Dude’s an absolute unit” to “Jets are back,” they cheer
He now stands alongside Armand Membou and Brady Cook, his ex-Mizzou teammates also with the Jets . Missouri’s influence has arrived in East Rutherford.
CHAPTER 4: WHAT SET MEVIS APART
THREE REASONS THIS KICKING PHENOM WENT FROM UNDRAFTED TO NFL HOPEFUL:
1. Pure Leg Power & Range
SEC-record 61-yard boot—not a fluke, but raw ability
UFL average kickoff 64.9 yards; consistent 50+ yard accuracy
2. Clutch DNA
Missouri’s career points leader at 405 points; never shied from high-pressure moments
UFL’s 20-for-21 conversion rate demonstrates dependability
3. Size & Presence
At 243 pounds, he looked the part—coined “Thiccer Kicker” for his solid build
Size isn’t everything—accuracy and poise are—but it amplifies his confidence on the field.
Chapter 5: The Jet-Set Role Repeats Impact
Mevis’s arrival isn’t just another signing—it’s a mission:
The Jets struggled all season long with inconsistent kicking—carrying FIVE kickers in 2024
With Mevis onboard, New York hopes to settle the position and add a dynamic weapon to their special teams.
He joins an up-and-coming UFL-to-NFL pipeline alongside kickers Brandon Aubrey (Cowboys) and Jake Bates (Lions)
Chapter 6: Why It Matters—For Mizzou & Beyond
Harrison’s journey isn’t just personal—it’s larger than him:
He embodies methodology, demonstrating heading to the NFL is not a straight path—it’s earned finesse and resilience
His success highlights that Missouri produces NFL special-teams talent in a position often overlooked
His presence in New York inspires thousands of mid-major players to stay committed when doors close
Chapter 7: What’s Next? Training Camp Takeover
June training camps now define destinies. Harrison will:
1. Show range consistency, nailing 50+ yarders under pressure
2. Exhibit mental toughness in drills like “drive it 60 on grass, 3× in a row”
3. Portray leadership in a new locker room, offering confidence and swagger
Go well, and he becomes more than a kicker—he becomes a team stabilizer.
Final Score: Mevis’s Mission—30 Years of Kickers
Harrison Mevis just flipped the script:
From undrafted disappointment to UFL MVP
From Jets free agent to top roster contender
From Missouri’s legend to New York’s opportunist
And the kicker is still kicking—not because of hype, but because of every 61-yard boot, every clutch kick, and every ounce of grit he packed into that leg.
If you’re the type who believes in second chances, power in poise, and the thicc truth of football, Harrison Mevis’s journey is everything you need right now.
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