UCLA kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn named to Lou Groza watch list

UCLA senior Ka’imi Fairbairn is one of 30 names watch-listed for the Lou Groza Award, given each year to the top kicker in college football.

Fairbairn has been very consistent throughout his career from inside the 35-yard line, having hit 29 straight from that range, but also been scrutinized from his struggles from longer distances. The Hawaiian native is 11 of 22 on career attempts of at least 40 yards.

Semifinalists will be announced on Nov. 5, with threw finalists named on Nov. 23.