An all-NEC punter as a rookie, Schirtzinger carried his effectiveness over into his 2008 debut. Schirtzinger, a preseason all-league choice, punted four times for a 41.4 yards per punt average during Robert Morris’ 27-13 season-opening win over Morehead State. Although he wasn’t needed often, Schirtzinger was helpful in the field-position battle. The sophomore twice pinned the Eagles inside their own 15-yard line. He boomed his first punt of the season 51 yards where it was downed at MSU’s nine-yard line.