Jason Myers A Decent Start Against Steelers

Seattle Seahawks kicker Jason Myers went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts in Week 16 against the Tennessee Titans, bringing him up to 30 made this season, tied for fourth-most in the league. He also maintained his perfect record on extra-point tries, converting both of his attempts in the contest. In Week 17, the Seahawks face the […]

Jake Moody A Good Start For Week 17

San Francisco 49ers rookie kicker Jake Moody hit a 45-yard field goal and two extra points in the team's Christmas night loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The third-round pick has been two-for-two on field goals over the last two games. Both field goals were from over 40 yards, which broke a mid-season streak of six […]

Matt Prater A Viable Option Against The Eagles

As the Arizona Cardinals prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 17, veteran kicker Matt Prater emerges as a reliable fantasy option. In the recent matchup against the Bears, Prater showcased his long-range prowess by converting a 55-yard field goal, setting an NFL record with six such makes this season. Despite a relatively quiet […]

Chris Boswell Not A Recommended Option Against Seahawks

Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell was excellent in Week 16, drilling both of his field goal attempts and converting on all four of his extra-point tries. He'll look to stay busy in a Week 17 road matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Although Pittsburgh's offense showed signs of life with Mason Rudolph under center last week, […]

Chad Ryland Off Fantasy Radar Despite Last Week's Big Kick

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland cannot be trusted in fantasy football leagues ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Although the rookie did make two field goals last Sunday, including a historic 56-yard game-winner, he also missed two kicks in the contest. He is now 21-for-22 on extra points and a woeful 15-for-23 […]

Week 17 Kicker Streamers and Starts - 2023 Fantasy Tiers, Rankings

Congrats to all those either in their championship or semifinal matchup! Today, we are back with more fantasy football advice to help you set those winning lineups with our Week 17 fantasy football kicker streamers and starts. Selecting the right kicker could be the difference between winning or losing your league matchup. The unpredictability of […]

Avoid Blake Grupe In Fantasy Championship Week

New Orleans Saints rookie kicker Blake Grupe has continued to have limited field goal opportunities in recent weeks. In Week 16 against the Rams, Grupe did not attempt a field goal but went 2-for-2 on extra point attempts. The rookie has only attempted two field goals over the last four weeks. While the matchup against […]

Brandon Aubrey An Excellent Week 17 Kicking Option

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey is an excellent kicking option in Week 17 fantasy lineups. Aubrey has been excellent and consistent all season and in what should be a high scoring game against the Detroit Lions, he is a top-10 option at fantasy football's least predictable position.

Greg Zuerlein Good To Go Thursday Night

New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein (quadriceps), who was listed as questionable to play in Week 17, is officially active for the Thursday night game against the Cleveland Browns. Zuerlein already wasn't much of a fantasy option to begin with coming into this game, and fantasy managers should really be avoiding him in championship matchups […]

The King's Week 17 Lineup Rankings and Analysis (Premium Content)

Scott "The King" Engel issues his full Week 17 lineup rankings in PPR, Half-PPR, and Standard formats. He also includes insights on key players at each position, with chunks of relevant statistical indicators. Regular starting options are also included in the statistical highlights to show how well your best players might be performing. Much of […]

Cameron Dicker A Strong Kicking Option In Week 17

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker is a solid kicking option in a Week 17 game against the Denver Broncos. Dicker had a huge Week 16 game, nailing five field goals and an extra point for a 20+ fantasy point performance. With the Chargers struggling to do much on offense, they're having many drives end […]

Greg Zuerlein – Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 17

BALLER MOVE: Sit in All Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: K3 ANALYSIS: New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein has been one of the top kickers in the NFL over the past few years. Despite playing with an anemic offense, the veteran has been a solid fantasy kicker in 2023. He is the K10 for the season, averaging […]

Riley Patterson – Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 17

BALLER MOVE: Sit in All Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: K3 ANALYSIS: Cleveland Browns kicker Riley Patterson started the 2023 season with the Detroit Lions. However, the Lions released the veteran kicker after the Week 14 matchup against the Chicago Bears. Many were surprised to see Detroit move on from the kicker. Patterson has made 15 of […]

Riley Patterson Joins Browns Active Roster

The Cleveland Browns elevated kicker Riley Patterson from the practice squad to the active 53-man roster for Thursday night's contest against the New York Jets. The Browns signed Patterson to their practice squad on Christmas after Dustin Hopkins injured his hamstring in the Week 17 win over the Houston Texans. Hopkins has been ruled out […]

Greg Zuerlein Officially Questionable For Week 17

New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein (quad) got in a limited practice on Wednesday and is officially listed as questionable to play as his team gears up to face off against the Cleveland Browns in Week 17's Thursday night game. Zuerlein missed practice on Tuesday but his ability to get back on the field on […]

Greg Zuerlein Dealing With Quad Soreness

New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein is reportedly dealing with soreness in his right quad coming out of his team's Week 16 win over the Washington Commanders. With the Jets slated to face off against the Cleveland Browns in the Week 17 Thursday night game, Zuerlein's status is in jeopardy. The team is expected to […]

Dustin Hopkins Won't Play In Week 17

Cleveland Browns kicker Dustin Hopkins (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 17 against the New York Jets. He suffered the injury during Sunday's win over the Houston Texans and was estimated as a non-participant on Monday. The 33-year-old has been terrific this season, ranking as the No. 2 kicker in fantasy football after converting […]

Dustin Hopkins Estimated As Non-Participant Monday

Cleveland Browns kicker Dustin Hopkins (left hamstring) was estimated as a non-participant on Monday. While they didn't hold an official practice, the Browns evidently have some level of concern regarding the veteran kicker's status leading up to Thursday Night Football against the New York Jets. Hopkins initially suffered his injury while trying to make a […]

Greg Zuerlein Estimated As Limited Participant Monday

New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein (right quad) was estimated as a limited participant on Monday. With the Jets in the midst of a short week, any sort of injury is worth monitoring. However, the fact that the Jets marked him as limited rather than a non-participant suggests he has a good chance to play […]

Browns Sign Riley Patterson To Practice Squad

The Cleveland Browns signed free agent kicker Riley Patterson to their practice squad on Monday. The addition provides depth for the team after Dustin Hopkins (left hamstring) left Sunday's game and did not return. Given that the Browns have a short week and Hopkins has very little time to recover, getting an extra leg onto […]

Brandon Aubrey Makes All Four Of His Week 16 Kicks

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey made all four of his kicks in a Week 16 loss to the Miami Dolphins. Aubrey attempted and made two field goals, and attempted and made two extra points as well. His two field goals came from 43 and 33 yards out. Aubrey has arguably been the best kicker in […]

Dustin Hopkins Uncertain To Return

Cleveland Browns kicker Dustin Hopkins (hamstring) is considered questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Houston Texans. The veteran kicker suffered a hamstring injury during the first half of this game. There is no word yet on the severity of the issue, so fantasy managers will have to wait and see if he'll be […]

Justin Tucker Still A Quality Option In Week 16

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker has been one of the most consistent fantasy options at any position since entering the league and this season hasn't been any different. In Week 15, he made two field goals within 40 yards and knocked through another one from 43 yards out. He also added two extra points for […]

Jake Moody Worth Starting In Week 16

San Francisco 49ers rookie kicker hit all six of his extra-point attempts and made a 43-yard field goal in Week 15's 45-29 win at the Arizona Cardinals. The field goal attempt was his first since Week 12 and his first try from over 39 yards since Week 7. Moody's 53 extra points made is just […]

Cameron Dicker Makes Five Field Goals In Week 16 Loss

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker had an excellent game in a Week 16 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Dicker attempted five field goals, making all five and also nailing his lone extra point attempt. Dicker ended up responsible for 16 points in a game where the Chargers scored 22 points total. His field goals […]

Chad Ryland Avoidable Once Again In Week 16

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland remains droppable in all fantasy leagues ahead of Week 16 versus the Denver Broncos. He has been one of the NFL's worst kickers in his rookie season, converting just 13 of 20 field-goal attempts while costing the Patriots at least one game. He could get some opportunities with a […]

Jason Sanders A Viable Option In Week 16

Miami Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders posted another double-digit fantasy performance in Week 15 after making a 20-yarder and two 30-yarders while adding on three extra points. He now has four double-digit outings in five games since their Week 10 bye after posting just two in the first nine weeks. Even though the Dallas Cowboys have […]

Ka'imi Fairbairn A Great Play In Week 16

Houston Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn is a great play in Week 16 against the Cleveland Browns. Last week, Fairbairn finished with a season-high 17 fantasy points behind a four field goal day. With Case Keenum under center once again this weekend, the Texans' kicker could be called upon a lot. On the year, he has made […]

Chris Boswell Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 16 Fantasy Football Lineup Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 16+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: K2 ANALYSIS: Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell should only be considered in deeper leagues ahead of his matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. EST. Although the veteran has remained quite accurate in his age-32 season, his production has dwindled as […]

Cairo Santos Inks Four-Year Extension

Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos signed a four-year, $16 million extension with the team on Saturday morning, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The deal includes $9.5 million guaranteed and keeps Santos in Chicago through 2027. The veteran has been quite reliable with the Bears, missing just four field goals over his last 30 games. As […]