Fantasy Football Week 10: Start or Sit Your Kickers

Cairo Santos (CHI) vs. Giants:: Santos is a strong start, as Bears kickers have averaged nearly 14 fantasy points in the last five games. The Giants' defense has allowed over 10 points per game to home kickers.

Matt Prater (BUF) at Dolphins:: Despite recent inconsistency, Prater is a good start against the Dolphins, who have allowed the third-most field goals (18). Visiting kickers average over 10 points against them. Why does this matter? Prater has the potential for a high-scoring week in a favorable matchup.

Jason Myers (SEA) vs. Cardinals:: Myers has been consistent, scoring nine or more points in each of his last three games, including 13 against Arizona in Week 4. The Cardinals have allowed multiple kickers to score 11+ points since Week 3. Myers offers a reliable floor and upside this week.

Will Reichard (MIN) vs. Ravens:: Reichard has scored a combined 34 points in his last three games. The Ravens have surrendered the second-most field goal attempts this season, and home kickers average 10 points against them.

Brandon McManus (GB) vs. Eagles:: The Eagles have allowed a high number of fantasy points to kickers, making McManus a viable streaming option. Five kickers have scored at least nine points against them, with a combined 26 points allowed in the last two games.

Matchup:: Favorable matchups against teams that allow many field goal attempts or points to kickers are crucial.

Consistency:: Look for kickers who consistently score well, providing a reliable baseline for your team.

Recent Performance:: Analyze recent performance to identify kickers who are currently in good form.

Chase McLaughlin (TB) vs. New England Patriots

Cameron Dicker (LAC) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

Chris Boswell (PIT) at Los Angeles Chargers

Mike Badgley (IND) vs. Atlanta Falcons

Eddy Pineiro (SF) vs. Los Angeles Rams

Cairo Santos (CHI) vs. New York Giants

Chad Ryland (ARI) at Seattle Seahawks

Jason Myers (SEA) vs. Arizona Cardinals

Matt Prater (BUF) at Miami Dolphins

Cam Little (JAX) at Houston Texans

Brandon McManus (GB) vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Tyler Loop (BAL) at Minnesota Vikings

Jake Elliott (PHI) at Green Bay Packers

Wil Lutz (DEN) vs. Las Vegas Raiders

Jake Bates (DET) at Washington Commanders

Matt Gay (WAS) vs. Detroit Lions

Nick Folk (NYJ) vs. Cleveland Browns

Andres Borregales (NE) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Graham Gano (NYG) at Chicago Bears

Riley Patterson (MIA) vs. Buffalo Bills

Daniel Carlson (LV) at Denver Broncos

Zane Gonzalez (ATL) vs. Indianapolis Colts

Ryan Fitzgerald (CAR) vs. New Orleans Saints

Blake Grupe (NO) at Carolina Panthers

Andre Szmyt (CLE) at New York Jets

A:: Santos benefits from a favorable matchup against the Giants, who allow a high number of points to opposing home kickers. Also, Bears kickers have been on a hot streak lately.

A:: Yes, Prater's matchup against the Dolphins is favorable, as they allow many field goals to visiting kickers.

A:: Myers has consistently scored well in recent weeks, including a strong performance against this week's opponent, Arizona.