Kickers may not always get the draft-day spotlight, but the right one can be the difference in tight fantasy football matchups. Consistency, team scoring volume, and long-range ability all factor into which kickers provide the most value. In 2025, fantasy managers have an interesting mix of elite options such as Brandon Aubrey, Jake Bates, and Evan McPherson, along with steady veterans like Harrison Butker and Jake Elliott, who continue to anchor playoff-caliber offenses.
We break down the top 20 fantasy kickers, their outlooks, and where to prioritize them in your drafts.
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Which Kicker Should You Draft in Fantasy Football?
1) Brandon Aubrey | Dallas Cowboys
2) Jake Bates | Detroit Lions
3) Evan McPherson | Cincinnati Bengals
4) Cameron Dicker | Los Angeles Chargers
5) Chris Boswell | Pittsburgh Steelers
6) Wil Lutz | Denver Broncos
7) Ka’imi Fairbairn | Houston Texans
8) Chase McLaughlin | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
9) Jake Elliott | Philadelphia Eagles
10) Harrison Butker | Kansas City Chiefs
11) Jason Sanders | Miami Dolphins
12) Tyler Bass | Buffalo Bills
13) Matt Gay | Washington Commanders
14) Joshua Karty | Los Angeles Rams
15) Tyler Loop | Baltimore Ravens
16) Younghoe Koo | Atlanta Falcons
17) Jason Myers | Seattle Seahawks
18) Cam Little | Jacksonville Jaguars
19) Daniel Carlson | Las Vegas Raiders
20) Cairo Santos | Chicago Bears
Harrison Butker, Kansas City Chiefs
Harrison Butker remains a reliable fantasy kicking option heading into 2025, backed by renewed optimism in the Kansas City Chiefs’ offense. After missing four games in 2024 due to a knee injury, Butker still converted 21 of 25 field-goal attempts (84%) and 29 of 31 extra points. Three of his misses came from 50+ yards, so accuracy inside that range is not a concern.
With Patrick Mahomes and a healthier receiving corps set to boost Kansas City’s scoring above last year’s 22.6 points per game, Butker could see increased opportunities. As one of the league’s most accurate kickers, he offers a stable floor and top-five upside if the Chiefs regain their offensive spark.
Jake Elliott, Philadelphia Eagles
Jake Elliott heads into 2025 as one of the most consistent fantasy kickers, fresh off a season where he went 31 for 34 on field goals (91.2%) and a perfect 42 for 42 on extra points. Elliott has long been trusted from distance, connecting on six field goals of 50+ yards last year, tying for third-most in the league. His accuracy and range make him a steady week-to-week option regardless of matchup.
The Eagles’ offense ranked eighth in scoring last season at 24.9 points per game, and with Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, and Saquon Barkley leading a balanced attack, Elliott should continue to see a healthy mix of extra point attempts and longer kicks when drives stall. While his ceiling may not match the sheer volume of Brandon Aubrey, Elliott’s blend of efficiency, reliability, and strong team context keeps him firmly in the top-10 fantasy kicker conversation heading into 2025.
