University of Northern Iowa Athletics
2016 Football Roster
Roster
Trent Simpson
- Position:
- Long Snapper
- Class:
- Senior
- Hometown:
- Des Moines, Iowa
- High School:
- Dowling Catholic HS
2015: Started all 14 games as UNI’s long snapper … helped UNI’s kicking teams stay in sync, allowing the Panthers to make 16 field goals and punt for over 3,000 yards … was a part of the PAT unit that knocked in 47 made extra points … had a part in UNI’s punting squad to averaged 42.1 yards per punt, ranking third all-time at UNI.
2014: Served as UNI’s primary snapper for punts, field goals and extra points … was an integral member of the team that allowed Michael Schmadeke to go 27-for-29 on field goals and 51-for-53 on extra points … also allowed UNI’s punting team to finish with 3,708 yards, averaging 41.2 yards per punt.
2013: Did not see action.
Prior to UNI: Started in every game as a player for Ellsworth Community College ... helped lead the team to a Graphic Edge Bowl Championship.
High School: Played football at Dowling Catholic High School ... helped the team to a 2011 state championship ... was ranked No. 23 in the country by Kohl’s Kicking as a long snapper in high school.
Personal: Son of Marty and Denise Simpson ... majoring in physical education.
