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In 2024, despite bouncing between three teams (Colts, Jets, and Chiefs), Shrader demonstrated efficiency by making all 5 of his field goals and all 9 extra points. Heading into 2025 Shrader has a chance to be the starting kicker for the Colts. While he has a two-year contract, Shrader will face competition from Maddux Trujillo for the starting kicker job in training camp. The team could also sign another veteran kicker before the season begins, further increasing competition. Due to the competition and uncertain playing time, Shrader is not worth drafting in the majority of fantasy leagues.
In his rookie season (2024) with the Jaguars Cam Little performed admirably. He made 27 out of 29 field goals (93.1% success rate) and all 27 of his extra point attempts. He made 5 out of 6 field goals from 50 yards or longer and scored 108 fantasy points in the 2024 season. While his initial fantasy value might be low due to the Jaguars' offesive struggles in 2024, if the team improves, he could become a valuable fantasy asset. Keep an eye on his performance early in the season to see if he emerges as a consistent fantasy contributor.
Will Reichard is likely to be a relevant fantasy kicker in 2025, but his pre-season ranking may be impacted by his late-season struggles in 2024. While he had a strong start as a rookie, a quad injury and subsequent struggles in the latter half of the season raise some concerns. However, his overall performance, including strong leg power and accuracy on longer kicks, makes him a potential top-12 option.
Joshua Karty hit the ground running as a rookie kicker for the Rams in 2024: He attempted all 34 of the Rams' field goals, making 29 of them and wad 6 of 7 on field goals from 50+ yards. He finished the season strong, converting 15 consecutive field goals in the last six games of the season. Given the Rams' ability to move the ball and score points, Karty is a worthy late-round pick in fantasy drafts. If your plan is to wait until the final round of your draft to address the PK position, Karty could be a reasonable target.
As a rookie, Bates finished as a top-seven fantasy kicker, demonstrating strong potential. He led the league in extra points attempted and made in his rookie year. He showed an ability to hit long field goals, including a career-long 58-yarder. With the Lions' potent offense, Bates generally has a safe weekly fantasy floor, making him a dependable choice. Despite a potentially tough 2025 schedule with seven outdoor games, including Week 1 against the Packers, we consider Bates a low-end starting kicker and is a viable late-round draft pick. Caveat: Coach Dan Campbell has a tendency to go for it on fourth down at a high rate, which could slightly limit Bates' field goal attempts.