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Week 11 of the NFL season is already here, which means the Fantasy Football playoffs are right around the corner. As fantasy managers continue to scramble in setting their rosters for the rest of the season, the kicker position will prove a vital yet overlooked aspect to any successful team.
Luckily, there was no injury news to report from the kicker position in Week 10, always a positive sign moving into the later part of the season. Just two games (Raiders @ Broncos, Eagles @ Packers) were decided by a field goal or less, making for a rather unremarkable week at the position. With the Colts and Saints hitting their bye week, we should see a slight shift atop the weekly rankings.
Aside from top options like Cowboys’ Brandon Aubrey and Chargers’ Cameron Dicker, we’ll take a look at some of the best kicker starts of Week 11 and who can stay on the bench.
This Week’s Top-5 Kicker Starts:
Patriots’ K Andy Borregales (vs. NYJ)
New England Patriots’ Borreglas didn’t have to attempt a field goal in Week 10 against the Buccaneers thanks to his high-powered offense, cashing in on all four of his extra-point attempts. The Patriots are firing on all cylinders and are currently one of the hottest offenses in the league, so Borregales should see an upgrade in all regards as they continue their momentum.
The Patriots draw the New York Jets in Week 11 who allow the most average fantasy points (10.8) to opposing kickers this season. Quarterback Drake Maye should have another field day throwing the ball as the Patriots should have ample scoring opportunities throughout this one, adding to Borregales’ appeal in Week 11.
Bengals’ K Evan McPherson (@PIT)
In similar fashion to the kicking upgrade on the Patriots’ side, the Cincinnati Bengals will draw a favorable matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers allowing the second-most points (9.8) on average to fantasy kickers. Furthermore, the last time these two teams squared off in Week 7 saw McPherson’s highest-scoring game (17.0 fpts) of the season. Drawing the same matchup here, expect another big day for a Bengals’ team averaging 37.7 points per game over their last three.
Vikings’ K Will Reichard (vs. CHI)
Vikings’ placekicker Will Reichard has been consistent over the last three weeks with totals of 18-5-11-9 fantasy points over his last four games. He’s quietly crept into the No. 8 overall ranking on the season and can be seen as a positive start this week against a Chicago Bears’ team letting up sizable totals as of late. Look for Reichard to have chances converting despite the possibility of dicey weather in Chicago.
Packers’ K Brandon McManus (@NYG)
In missing his latest game-tying attempt as time expired in Week 10 against the...
