Palmer Domschke News, Rumors, Updates - Western Michigan Broncos

Remains sidelined Domschke (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's win over Rice.

Impact Domschke has yet to appear in a game in this season as he continues to deal with an undisclosed injury. If he's forced to to miss next week's matchup versus Boise State as well, Zak Zeman should continue to handle the team's kicking duties.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Question mark at Rice Domschke (undisclosed) is questionable to face Rice in Week 3.

Impact Domschke has yet to play this season, and he looks like a game-time call for the Broncos. If he can't go, expect Zak Zeman to handle place-kicker duties.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

DNP for Week 2 Domschke (undisclosed) did not play during Saturday's 49-14 win against Monmouth.

Impact Domschke is still looking for his first placekicking opportunties in 2026. The next time he can log them comes Sept. 19 at Rice.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Week 2 Domschke (undisclosed) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's showdown with Monmouth.

Impact Domschke, who did not appear during last week's 13-12 loss against Michigan, will likely be a game-time call for the Broncos in Week 2. The 5-foot-10 senior kicker connected on 13-of-19 field goal attempts, and 40-of-42 extra point tries last season.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play vs. Michigan Domschke (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's 13-12 loss to Michigan in Week 1.

Impact Domschke was initially listed as questionable for this game, so there was always a chance of the senior not being ready to suit up for this season opener. It's unclear when he'll return to action, but until then, Zak Zeman should continue to handle the Broncos' kicking duties until further notice.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Domschke (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's matchup versus Michigan

Impact Domschke's status for Saturday's matchup is up in the air, as he's currently battling an undisclosed injury. If he ends up being unable to play, Zak Zeman will likely handle the team's kicking duties against the Wolverines.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Buckley's two long touchdown runs lead Western Michigan to MAC Championship

Jalen Buckley had touchdown runs of 67 and 64 yards and Western Michigan won the MAC Championship, defeating Miami of Ohio 23-13

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Western Michigan beats Ohio 17-13, take sole possession of 1st in Mid-American Conference

Quarterback Broc Lowry and Jalen Buckley each ran for a touchdown to help Western Michigan beat Ohio 17-13 and take sole possession of first place in the Mid-American Conference

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Lowry passes to Williams for go-ahead score late as Western Michigan tops Central Michigan 24-21

Broc Lowry threw the go-ahead 7-yard touchdown pass to Talique Williams late in the fourth quarter to rally Western Michigan to a 24-21 victory over Central Michigan

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Mataele runs for 2 TDs, Western Michigan beats Rhode Island 47-14

Ofa Mataele ran for touchdowns of 22 and 3 yards, Broc Lowery accounted for two TDs and Western Michigan scored 44 consecutive points as the Broncos beat Rhode Island 47-14

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Active Saturday Domschke (undisclosed) is not listed on Western Michigan's injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Eastern Michigan.

Impact Domschke will return to action in Week 14 after missing the last two games with an undisclosed injury. The 5-foot-10 junior kicker is 0-for-1 on field goal attempts and 2-for-2 on extra point tries this season. Luka Zurak is likely to remain the Broncos' starting kicker in the regular season finale.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Domschke (undisclosed) won't play against Central Michigan.

Impact The kicker has attempted just one field goal - which he missed - this season. Luka Zurak should remain the Broncos' top place-kicker.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays one snap Domschke (undisclosed) was on the field for a single snap without attempting a kick in Wednesday's 42-28 victory over Western Michigan.

Impact Domschke was previously listed as questionable for Wednesday's game after missing each of the team's previous seven games with an undisclosed injury, and though he played just one snap and didn't attempt a kick, the return to action is encouraging to see nonetheless. The junior kicker has played in just two games for the Broncos this season, missing his only field goal try and making both extra point attempts. Domschke will hope to continue his recovery in an effort to see more opportunities next week against Bowling Green.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Domschke (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Western Michigan's tilt with NIU.

Impact Domschke hasn't played since Week 1. It appears there's a chance the place-kicker makes his return, however. If he's unable to play, Luka Zurak should continue to hold down the place-kicker job for the Broncos.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Domschke (undisclosed) will remain out in Week 9.

Impact Domschke hasn't played since Week 1 against Wisconsin. Luke Zorak should continue to be the Broncos' place-kicker.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Domschke (undisclosed) won't play in Week 8.

Impact The kicker hasn't played since the opener against Wisconsin. That trend will continue, and Luka Zurak should continue to handle place-kicking duties for the Broncos.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP for Akron game Domschke (undisclosed) did not play during Western Michigan's 34-24 win Saturday against Akron.

Impact Domschke's long-term absence continued Saturday. By Oct. 19, when Western Michigan's team is expected to play at Buffalo, the MAC's availability report should provide his updated status for then.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Domschke (undisclosed) is considered questionable for Saturday's game versus Akron, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Domschke hasn't played since the opener, and the junior kicker's status remains up in the air leading up to the opening kick. Luke Zurak has performed well in his absence, so it remains to be seen if he will retain his starting job when healthy.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Domschke is out for Saturday's game against Ball State.

Impact Domschke will miss a fourth straight game after only appearing in the season opener. His next chance to play will be next Saturday against Akron.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Domschke (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Western Michigan's matchup versus Marshall on Saturday.

Impact Domschke will miss his third straight game and will now have to wait until at least next week's game versus Ball State to make his return. In his place, Luka Zurak will serve as the team's starting kicker once again.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Domschke (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Bethune-Cookman.

Impact Domschke is set to miss another game, and it's unclear when he'll be able to return to the field. His next chance to play will come on Sep. 28 against Marshall after the bye week.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out at Ohio State Domschke is out for Western Michigan's game Saturday at Ohio State because of an undisclosed problem.

Impact Domschke being out Saturday likely results in Luka Zurak as Western Michigan's placekicker then. After playing at Ohio State, the Broncos are expected to host Bethune-Cookman on Sept. 14.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Jalen Buckley's two long touchdown runs lead Western Michigan to MAC Championship

Western Michigan beats Ohio 17-13, take sole possession of 1st in Mid-American Conference

Lowry passes to Williams for go-ahead score late as Western Michigan tops Central Michigan 24-21

Mataele runs for 2 TDs, Western Michigan beats Rhode Island 47-14