Tate Sandell is a collegiate American football place kicker currently playing for the University of Oklahoma Sooners. Born on October 14, 2003, in Port Neches, Texas, Sandell began his college career at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), where he played for three seasons before transferring to Oklahoma. He is listed at 5 feet 9 inches tall and 182 pounds. At UTSA, Sandell earned honorable mention All-American Athletic Conference honors and set several school records, including a 54-yard field goal and 62 touchbacks in a single season. He converted 19 of 23 field goal attempts and 35 of 36 extra points during his time there, demonstrating consistent performance and accuracy. He also made significant contributions on kickoffs, helping to limit opponents' kickoff return averages[2][7]. After transferring to Oklahoma, Sandell quickly became a key player for the Sooners. In the 2025 season, he set multiple program records, including the most field goals of 40 or more yards (12) and field goals of 50 or more yards (6) in a single season. He also tied the school record with 18 consecutive made field goals, showcasing remarkable reliability. Notably, on November 1, 2025, Sandell scored his 10th field goal of 40 or more yards in a game against Tennessee, breaking a University of Oklahoma football record. His performance was pivotal in securing a significant victory and gained viral attention, partly due to his distinctive “Daisy Dukes” uniform style during the game. Oklahoma's head coach praised him as a probable MVP for that game[5][6]. Sandell is recognized for his composure under pressure and his ability to perform key kicks that contribute to his team’s success. Academically, he has been named to the American Athletic Conference All-Academic Team. His progression from a high school standout in Texas to a record-setting collegiate kicker highlights his development and current relevance in college football special teams[4][7].
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