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Week 5 is in the books, and it is already time to explore kickers worth starting and sitting for fantasy football in Week 6. Finding the right kicker can be a challenge, with bye weeks and injuries sneaking up on us. This week's streaming picks are based on promising contests and recent performance trends.
A few kickers stand out as great options this week. Focus on kickers who have shown they can be dependable. Look for those in offenses that consistently get into scoring range. Avoid kickers going up against formidable defenses or those with weak offensive support. These factors can limit their fantasy output.
The right kicker can catapult you to a win, so look closely at these recommendations for Week 6. Find the right option this week, and keep your roster in top shape.
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Week 6 Kicker Rankings for Fantasy Football
| Kicker Tier |
Kicker Rank |
Player Name |
Pos. |
| 1 | 1 | Ka'imi Fairbairn | K |
| 1 | 2 | Brandon Aubrey | K |
| 1 | 3 | Younghoe Koo | K |
| 1 | 4 | Jake Bates | K |
| 1 | 5 | Justin Tucker | K |
| 1 | 6 | Evan McPherson | K |
| 1 | 7 | Chase McLaughlin | K |
| 2 | 8 | Jason Myers | K |
| 2 | 9 | Tyler Bass | K |
| 2 | 10 | Austin Seibert | K |
| 2 | 11 | Chris Boswell | K |
| 2 | 12 | Blake Grupe | K |
| 3 | 13 | Cam Little | K |
| 3 | 14 | Cairo Santos | K |
| 3 | 15 | Brayden Narveson | K |
| 3 | 16 | Jake Elliott | K |
| 3 | 17 | Nick Folk | K |
| 3 | 18 | Greg Joseph | K |
| 3 | 19 | Daniel Carlson | K |
| 4 | 20 | Cameron Dicker | K |
| 4 | 21 | Wil Lutz | K |
| 4 | 22 | Dustin Hopkins | K |
| 4 | 23 | Joey Slye | K |
| 4 | 24 | Greg Zuerlein | K |
| 5 | 25 | Matt Gay | K |
| 5 | 26 | Matt Prater / Chad Ryland | K |
| 5 | 27 | Eddy Pineiro | K |
| 5 | 28 | Jake Moody* | K |
* Jake Moody suffered an ankle sprain in Week 5, and the San Francisco 49ers are looking for a replacement
Fantasy Football Kicker Streamers to Target for Week 6
Only players rostered in fewer than 60% of fantasy football leagues are considered streamers.
Chris Boswell (PIT) at Las Vegas Raiders
50.7% Rostered on Sleeper
A compelling option for Week 6 is Chris Boswell of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He faces the Las Vegas Raiders in an advantageous contest. Boswell has been consistent all season. So far, he has converted 12 out of 13 field-goal attempts, with his longest coming from 57 yards. He additionally made all eight of his extra points, showing his reliability.
Chris Boswell’s kick is GOOD from 41 yards. The Steelers tie it up, it’s 3-3. #HereWeGo pic.twitter.com/INUnz2HfoX
— SteelerNation (@steelernation) October 7, 2024
Currently sitting as K5 in fantasy, Boswell is coming off his lowest-scoring game of the season versus the Dallas Cowboys. However, he should bounce back this week. The Raiders defense has surrendered the third-most fantasy points per game to kickers. They have conceded 12 field goals and 11 extra points, which bodes well for Boswell's chances.
With plenty of opportunities likely to come his way, Boswell is set up for a productive outing. Consider him a solid streaming option for Week 6.
Cam Little (JAC) at Chicago Bears
1.9% Rostered on Sleeper
Cam Little of the Jacksonville Jaguars is a streaming candidate at kicker for Week 6. He will face the Chicago Bears on the road. In Week 5, the Arkansas product was perfect, hitting all three field goals and converting four extra points in the Jaguars' 37-34 win against the Indianapolis Colts. He has been dependable this season, making nine of his 10 field-goal attempts.
First NFL game-winner ✅#Jaguars K Cam Little boots a 49-yd field goal that seals the deal for Jacksonville! pic.twitter.com/jNMVwTBnAc
— Kicker Update (@kickerupdate) October 6, 2024
Little, the youngest kicker ever drafted when the Jaguars selected him in 2024, has shown poise and steadiness. The Jaguars will need to put him in scoring position again this week to keep their momentum going. With the team riding high after its Week 5 win, it should be able to create scoring situations for Little.
Given his accuracy and the Jaguars' recent win, Little is a great streaming option for fantasy managers looking to fill their kicker spot in Week 6.
Chase McLaughlin (TB) at New Orleans Saints
16.0% Rostered on Sleeper
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placekicker, Chase McLaughlin, is a top-tier streaming candidate at kicker for Week 6. He will take on the New Orleans Saints in this contest. The 28-year-old is coming off a perfect performance in Thursday’s 36-30 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, where he nailed all three of his field goals and extra points. McLaughlin has been a viable fantasy pick this season.
K Chase McLaughlin extends his franchise-best consecutive field goals streak to 27 🙌 pic.twitter.com/1sytRMO1sb
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) October 4, 2024
Currently K6 in fantasy football, McLaughlin has scored double-digit points in all but one game this season. His consistency and accuracy make him a dependable option. The battle against the Saints in a dome adds to his appeal, as controlled conditions often aid kickers.
Known for his long-range kicking ability, McLaughlin could put up even more points if given opportunities from deep. Whether you need a fill-in for Week 6 or a long-term option, the Illinois alum is a trustworthy selection.
Fantasy Football Kickers to Avoid for Week 6
Cameron Dicker (LAC) at Denver Broncos
21.9% Rostered on Sleeper
A kicker to stay away from this week is Cameron Dicker of the Los Angeles Chargers. The 24-year-old faces the Denver Broncos in Week 6. The Broncos currently surrender the fourth-fewest fantasy points to kickers, making it a difficult matchup.
In Week 4's 17-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Dicker hit his only extra-point attempt but missed one of his two field-goal tries. The miss happened on a 55-yard effort and was his first miss of the season. While he is generally accurate, his struggles before the bye raise concerns about finding reliability this week.
Dicker is coming off a bye and hopes to regain his rhythm against the Broncos. Denver’s defense could limit his scoring chances again. So far, he has only one double-digit fantasy performance this season, which came in Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Better options are available this week, so it is best to look elsewhere.
Daniel Carlson (LV) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
15.9% Rostered on Sleeper
Daniel Carlson of the Las Vegas Raiders is a kicker to sit for Week 6. He faces the Pittsburgh Steelers this week. One significant issue for Carlson this season is the lack of scoring opportunities. In Week 5 against the Denver Broncos, he converted his only field-goal attempt during the Raiders' 34-18 loss. With limited chances to score, his fantasy output has been affected.
Now, facing the Steelers is not an ideal scenario for Carlson. The Steelers are currently allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to kickers, making this matchup even less favorable.
Given the challenging contest, it is best to look elsewhere for your kicker this week. Consider other options with better-scoring potential as the Raiders face a formidable opponent in Pittsburgh.
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