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The 2025 NFL season is here, and with it comes the trials and tribulations of fantasy football. With the football calendar heating up, our rankings team has compiled its complete rankings to help you make informed decisions.
Top Players to Target in PFSN’s 2025 Redraft Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings
Cam Little, Jacksonville Jaguars (at DEN)
Another week. Another set of multiple field goal attempts for Cam Little.
It was definitely a win for fantasy managers to see Little hit two field goals in a game where Trevor Lawrence was firing on all cylinders. The Jaguars scored six touchdowns, all of which were accounted for by Lawrence. Imagine if they stalled out even one more time? It would’ve been an even bigger game for Little.
Regardless, the Jaguars are putting it together offensively at the perfect time, which should give fantasy managers confidence they can get into scoring position against a good Broncos defense. But the Broncos are solid enough that the Jaguars shouldn’t finish drives as often as they did last week.
Little has attempted multiple field goals in three of his last four. He’s missed just one extra point all season. The Broncos allow the ninth-most fantasy points per game to kickers. Little is a great option in Week 16.
Jake Bates, Detroit Lions (vs. PIT)
The Lions have been as aggressive as they usually are on fourth downs, albeit without the same success. Naturally, that limits how often they turn to Jake Bates for field goals. Yet, Bates has still managed to attempt multiple kicks in three of his last four. He’s struggled a bit lately, missing a field goal in two straight games, but it’s not like his job is at any risk.
The Steelers are an average matchup for kickers, but the reality is fantasy points allowed is very flat toward the middle. This is a game the Lions should be able to win, and they need it. Perhaps with a little more confidence against a weaker opponent, they will dial down the aggression just a bit on fourth down.
Detroit has bounced back massively following losses all season. In fact, Bates has attempted multiple field goals in every game following a loss. If that trend continues, then Bates will be well worth starting in fantasy.
How Are PFSN’s Redraft Fantasy Rankings Calculated?
These fantasy football rankings are a consensus of our Fantasy Analysts. Each ranks the player individually, and then, using the average, we create a consensus, offering you multiple options to consider. No matter how you have started your season, there is plenty of time to change things, but the only way to do that is with smart decisions and exploiting opportunities. Our rankings team has over 30 years of fantasy football experience, and as a result, you get a wide breadth and depth of knowledge in our rankings.
FAQ
Should You Stream Kickers Weekly in Fantasy Football?
Streaming kickers weekly is a solid approach in fantasy football, as kicker scoring is unpredictable and the gap between the top and average performers is minimal. Rather than committing to one kicker for the season, targeting available players with favorable matchups, such as teams with high projected point totals, strong offenses, and favorable game conditions, often yields better returns and lets you maximize your roster flexibility. While accurate projections and matchup research are required, streaming lets you adapt week-to-week and squeeze the most points from a volatile position