- Cairo Santos
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Makes one FGA in Week 15
Santos went 1-for-2 on field-goal tries and made all four of his PATs in Sunday's 31-3 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Santos hit the right upright on a 35-yard field-goal attempt, notching his first miss since Week 11. The kicker later redeemed himself with a 41-yard make in the fourth quarter. On the year, Santos has now gone 21-for-26 on field-goal tries, including 3-for-5 from 50-plus yards, while converting all 33 of his extra-point attempts over 12 contests.
Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 7:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes every kick Sunday
Santos hit both field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try in Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Santos hit from 33 yards in the second quarter and 41 in the third. A tough matchup against a good defense and a two-point conversion by his own team limited his extra-point opportunities, though. The Bears face another tough defense, Cleveland, in Week 15.
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 7:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect in road win
Santos made his only field-goal attempt and all three of his extra-point tries during Friday's 24-15 win at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Santos wasn't asked to do much on a chilly November day against the Eagles, as his only field-goal try came from just 30 yards out. He remains perfect for the season on field goals from within 40 yards and on point-after attempts. The Bears will take on one of the league's best defenses in Green Bay in Week 14, likely putting a cap on his fantasy upside.
Published: Fri, Nov 28 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes all five kicks in Week 12 win
Santos made his lone field-goal attempt and all four of his extra-point tries in Chicago's 31-28 win over the Steelers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos drilled a 47-yard field goal at the end of the first half to give the Bears a 21-17 lead going into the locker room. On the season, Santos has made 17 of 21 field-goal tries and all 25 of his extra points. Santos doesn't have a huge leg but is typically pretty consistent from inside 50 yards. The Bears travel to Philadelphia on Black Friday for Week 13.
Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 5:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Nails game-winning kick
Santos went 4-for-5 on field-goal attempts and made his only PAT in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Santos was a busy man in Week 11, making a 38-yard field goal in the second quarter before later adding makes from 54 and 33 yards in the third. The kicker did miss a 45-yard field-goal try halfway through the fourth quarter, but he made up for it with a game-winning 48-yard field goal as time expired in regulation. Santos has now gone 16-for-20 on field-goal attempts, including 4-for-6 from 50-plus yards, while also making all 21 of his extra-point tries over eight contests this season.
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect on four kicks
Santos made his lone field-goal attempt and all three of his point-after tries during the Bears' 24-20 win over the Giants on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos was mostly brought out for PATs during the Bears' Week 10 victory, but he connected on a 22-yard chip shot late in the third quarter to reduce the deficit to 17-10. In the three games since returning from a thigh injury, Santos has gone 6-for-8 on field-goal attempts and 9-for-9 on extra-point tries.
Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Connects on seven kicks Week 9
Santos went 2-for-3 on field-goal attempts and made all five of his extra-point tries during the Bears' 47-42 win over the Bengals on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos had his 47-yard field-goal attempt near the end of the second quarter blocked by Joseph Ossai, which kept the Bears' deficit at four points at halftime. Santos' blocked field goal was sandwiched by successful makes from 24 and 36 yards in the second and fourth quarter, respectively, and he has gone 5-for-7 on field-goal attempts and 6-for-6 on extra-point tries in his two games since returning from injured reserve. Up next for Santos and the Bears is a Week 10 matchup against the Giants,…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes four kicks in return
Santos went 3-for-4 on field-goal attempts and made his lone extra-point try during the Bears' 30-16 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos was cleared to return Week 8 from a two-game absence due to a thigh injury. He started out nicely by connecting on field goals from 32 and 39 yards in the first quarter before his 58-yard attempt at the end of the second frame came up just short, and he finished his day off with a 47-yard field goal late in the fourth quarter. Santos is 9-for-11 on field-goal attempts and 12-for-12 on extra-point tries across five regular-season games.
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 3:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to return Week 8
Santos (thigh) is active for Sunday's game against the Ravens.
Analysis: Jake Moody wasn't elevated from the practice squad Saturday, suggesting that Santos would be cleared to return from a two-game absence due to a thigh injury, and the latter will indeed handle kicking duties for the Bears in Week 8. Prior to his injury, Santos went 6-for-7 on field-goal attempts while connecting on all 11 of his extra-point tries across four regular-season games.
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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On track for Week 8
Santos (thigh), who's listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Ravens, appears ready to make his return, Scott Bair of Marquee Sports Network reports.
Analysis: The Bears didn't elevate Jake Moody from their practice squad, suggesting Santos is ready to return after missing the team's last two games with a thigh injury. The Tulane product has made six of seven field-goal tries and all 11 extra-point attempts through four contests this year. He's now expected to assume Chicago's top placekicker duties in Week 8.
Published: Sat, Oct 25 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable after full practice
Santos (right thigh) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens.
Analysis: Santos practiced without limitations Thursday and Friday, suggesting he's more likely than not to return from a two-game absence Sunday. Jake Moody filled in effectively while Santos was sidelined. If Santos suits up, he could get plenty of kicking opportunities considering the Ravens are allowing a league-high 32.3 points per game.
Published: Fri, Oct 24 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice
Santos (thigh) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: After following up a limited session Wednesday by taking every rep Thursday, Santos looks poised to return from a two-game absence to handle kicking duties for the Bears this Sunday in Baltimore. The Bears had elevated Jake Moody from the practice squad to serve as their placekicker in each of the previous two contests, with Moody knocking down all three of his point-after attempts and eight of nine field-goal tries.
Published: Thu, Oct 23 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in return to practice
Santos (thigh) was a limited participant Wednesday in his return to practice.
Analysis: Adam Hoge of AllCHGO.com reports that Santos was upbeat after returning to practice Wednesday as a limited participant. The kicker missed the past two games, giving Jake Moody an opportunity to fill in.
Published: Wed, Oct 22 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting second consecutive game
Santos (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Santos will sit out a second consecutive game, with his next chance to return coming Week 8 in Baltimore. Jake Moody made four of five field-goal attempts, including the game-winning kick, while filling in for Santos in Monday's win at Washington. Moody will retain kicking duties versus New Orleans.
Published: Fri, Oct 17 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains absent from practice
Santos (thigh) did not participate at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Santos remained unavailable for practice Thursday, as he continues nurse a right thigh injury. The kicker seems unlikely to return to action in Week 7, and Jake Moody may be elevated to the active roster again Sunday versus the Saints.
Published: Thu, Oct 16 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Santos (thigh) did not participate in Wednesday's walkthrough.
Analysis: Santos was sidelined for Monday night's win over the Commanders, giving way to Jake Moody. Moody converted four of five field goals, including the game-winner, but coach Ben Johnson reiterated that Santos will retain his duties as the Bears' kicker when he's healthy, per Sean Hammond of the Chicago Tribune.
Published: Wed, Oct 15 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Unavailable for Week 6
Santos (thigh) is inactive for Monday night's contest against the Commanders.
Analysis: Santos will be forced to miss Week 6 while dealing with a right thigh injury. In Santos' place, Jake Moody will make his Chicago debut after being elevated from the practice squad for Monday Night Football.
Published: Mon, Oct 13 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for MNF
Santos (right thigh) is listed as questionable for Monday's contest in Washington.
Analysis: Santos logged three straight full practices coming out of the Bears' Week 5 bye, but the team has yet to clear him for Week 6 action due to a right thigh injury. Chicago has Jake Moody on its practice squad, but if he isn't brought up to the active roster by Monday afternoon, Santos would be in line to resume his role as the Bears' placekicker.
Published: Sat, Oct 11 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Busy in Week 4
Santos went 4-for-4 on field-goal attempts and made his only extra-point try in Sunday's 25-24 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Santos made field goals from 46, 43 and 52 yards in the first half, accounting for all the offense for Chicago as the team went into the break down 14-9. The kicker picked up where he left off in the second half, connecting on a 51-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. Santos has now gone 6-for-7 on field-goal tries, including 2-for-3 on attempts from 50-plus yards, while making all 11 of his PATs through four games this year.
Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect in win
Santos made his only field-goal attempt and all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 31-14 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: Santos' field goal came from 30 yards out. The veteran is now two of three on field-goal tries and 10-for-10 on extra-point attempts in 2025. If the Chicago offense can stay hot, he should be in line for enough chances to make him fantasy relevant.
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 7:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Three points in loss
Santos converted three extra-points in the Bears' 52-21 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: After scoring six points in the season opener, Santos was not called upon to attempt a field goal in the blowout loss against the Lions. Unless the Bears can improve their offensive production, Santos will not be a stable fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 7:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses long kick in Week 1 loss
Santos went 1-for-2 on field-goal attempts and made both of his extra-point tries during the Bears' 27-24 loss to the Vikings on Monday.
Analysis: Santos connected on a 42-yard field goal late in the second quarter, but his 50-yard attempt at the beginning of the fourth sailed right, which put the Vikings' in good field position and led to a 13-yard touchdown pass from J.J. McCarthy to Justin Jefferson six plays later. Santos is coming off a 2024 campaign in which he connected on just 21 of 25 field-goal attempts, but his numbers would improve in 2025 if the Bears' offense -- led by first-year head coach Ben Johnson -- is able to move the…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 9 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Concludes low-volume season
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 24-22 win over the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos posted six or fewer points in each of Chicago's last six games. In addition, the kicker recorded more than seven points in two of 17 games. Normally, Santos is one of the most accurate kickers in the NFL, but his 84 percent field-goal rate was easily the worst during his five years with the Bears. Unless Chicago is able to put together a much better offense next year, Santos may not be able to reach his potential for fantasy football. The veteran is under contract with the team through…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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Succeeds on only kick Thursday
Santos made his lone field-goal try and didn't attempt any extra points in Thursday's 6-3 Week 17 loss against Seattle.
Analysis: Neither offense had much success in the low-scoring matchup, and Santos was given only one opportunity to score points. He came through in that instance, nailing a 42-yard field goal in the second quarter. Santos hasn't missed a kick since Week 12, but he's had very low volume of late with just four field goals over his past five contests. He's also logged a modest five extra points during that span, making him an uninspiring, low-floor option in fantasy leagues.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes lone field-goal try Week 16
Santos made his only field-goal attempt and converted both his extra-point tries in Sunday's 34-17 loss to Detroit.
Analysis: Santos was successful when called upon, nailing a 30-yard field goal in the third quarter after making both of his extra-point attempts earlier in the contest. The veteran kicker is 19-for-23 on field-goal tries this season, which puts him on pace for his first season below a 90 percent success rate since 2021. Santos is also 22-for-23 on point-after attempts this year.
Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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Seven points in defeat
Santos was perfect on two field-goal attempts in the Bears' 30-12 loss to the Vikings on Monday.
Analysis: Santos continues to be limited by the inability of the Chicago offense to put up big scoring totals. On the season, the kicker has posted more than seven points twice, and he remains a low-floor fantasy option.
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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One point in defeat
Santos did not attempt a field goal in the Bears' 38-13 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos attempted one extra point in the blowout loss. There have only been two occasions all season in which the kicker has scored seven points, making him a low-upside fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Score two points in loss
Santos did not attempt a field goal in the Bears' 23-20 loss to the Lions on Thursday.
Analysis: The Bears were driving late in the fourth quarter for a potential game-tying field goal, but Caleb Williams took a sack and then wasted the final 32 seconds. As a result, the only action Santos had was a pair of extra-point attempts. On the season, the kicker has posted more than seven points twice, and he remains a low-floor fantasy option.
Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Another seven-point performance
Santos converted two of three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 30-27 overtime loss to the Vikings on Sunday.
Analysis: For the second week in a row, Santos had a field goal blocked. Otherwise, Santos remains one of the most accurate kickers in the NFL. However, the veteran has surpassed seven points just twice, making him a low-ceiling fantasy lineup option.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 7:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven points in defeat
Santos connected on two of three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 20-19 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos had a chance to give the Bears a win with a field-goal attempt in the last moments of the game. However, the Packers were able to block the attempt. Santos has converted multiple field goals in two of the last eight games, and he remains a low-floor fantasy option with occasional upside.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores three points in defeat
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 19-3 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has connected on one or fewer field goals in six of Chicago's last seven games. Unless the Bears are able to make drastic improvements on offense, Santos will remain a low-floor fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 6:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts nine points losing effort
Santos was perfect on three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 29-9 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: This was the first time since Week 2 that Santos has surpassed six points in a game. Although the hyper-accurate kicker is excellent at his job, the inconsistency of the Chicago offense makes Santos difficult to trust in fantasy lineups.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Held to one point
Santos did not attempt a field goal in the Bears' 18-15 loss to the Commanders on Sunday.
Analysis: After connecting on five field goals over the first two games of the season, Santos has made three field goals over the Bears' last five games. Even though the potential for a big game can occur at any time, Santos' low-scoring floor makes him difficult to trust as a top-12 kicking option.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 8:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Five points in victory
Santos missed his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 35-16 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has missed two of 10 field-goal attempts in 2024, though he has been one of the most accurate kickers in the game over the past few seasons. With the Bears scoring five touchdowns, the kicker was unable to have a ceiling game. Due to the inconsistency of the offense, Santos will remain a volatile weekly fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Six points in victory
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 36-10 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos also missed an extra point for the first time in 11 chances this season. The kicker has been a volatile fantasy option, due to the inconsistency of the Chicago offense.
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 8:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies six points
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 24-18 win over the Rams on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos recovered from his first missed field goal of the season last week with a perfect performance against the Rams. The kicker is extremely accurate, but his fantasy value is directly tied to the weekly success of the Chicago offense, which is far from being a consistent unit.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 7:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses first field goal of season
Santos connected on one of two field-goal attempts in the Bears' 21-16 loss to the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: After scoring 10 points in the season opener, Santos' production has fallen to seven and four points over the last two weeks. With the Bears having consistency issues on offense, Santos is likely to remain a volatile weekly fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 7:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven points in defeat
Santos converted both of his extra-point attempts in the Bears' 19-13 loss to the Texans on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has been one of the most accurate kickers in the league since joining the Bears in 2020. Not only has he been perfect to start the season, but he's averaging 8.5 points over two games. Playing on an offense that has been breaking down in field-goal range, Santos may continue to be a solid weekly fantasy option.
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 4:59am by Rotowire.com
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Posts 10 points in victory
Santos was perfect on three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 24-17 win over the Titans on Sunday.
Analysis: Coming into this season, Santos had converted 93 percent of his field-goal attempts for the Bears. However, his fantasy value was often low, due to the frequent ineffectiveness of the Chicago offense. Although the offense was not great in this game, field-goal opportunities allowed Santos to have a strong showing in Week 1. If the Bears can get better play from Caleb Williams, Santos could become a weekly fantasy starter.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 7:37pm by Rotowire.com
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No competition for job
Santos has three years remaining on his contract with Chicago, and he is currently the only kicker on the team's roster.
Analysis: In four years with the Bears, Santos has converted 93 percent of his field goals, making him one of the most accurate kickers in the league. However, due to being a part of some weak offenses, the kicker has exceeded 30 made field goals once since 2020. If the Bears offense breaks out with Caleb Williams at quarterback, Santos could become a top-12 option at his position.
Published: Tue, Aug 6 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Finishes season strong
Santos converted each of his three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: After not making multiple field goals in six if his first nine games, Santos went on a tear the rest of the way. During his last seven games, the veteran connected on 20 field goals and was a clear starting fantasy option during that time. Santos continued to be one of the more accurate kickers in the league, as he connected on 35 of 38 field-goal attempts. The veteran kicker has three years remaining on his contract with Chicago.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Records 13 points in victory
Santos converted three of four field-goal attempt in the Bears' 37-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: Since Week 10, Santos has been an excellent fantasy option. The veteran kicker has tallied at least nine points in six of his last seven games, and he should remain a solid lineup option in Week 18 at Green Bay, as long as the weather cooperates.
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid performance
Santos converted both of his field-goal attempts while scoring nine points in the Bears' 27-16 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has scored at least nine points in five of his last six games, and he has become a reliable top-12 option in fantasy leagues after starting the season with limited scoring opportunities through Week 9.
Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Sticking in Chicago
Santos signed a four-year, $16 million extension with the Bears on Saturday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Analysis: Santos has spent the last four seasons in Chicago while making 90.5 percent of his field-goal attempts in three full campaigns. To this point in 2023, he's made six field goals of more than 50 yards and has converted 27 of his 29 field-goal attempts overall. Santos will remain the Bears' kicker for the foreseeable future, and the contract will take him through his age-35 season.
Published: Sat, Dec 23 at 7:59am by Rotowire.com
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Hot streak ends
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 20-17 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos had an outstanding streak of four games with at least 10 points, but he only scored five against Cleveland. With upcoming matchups against Arizona and Atlanta, Santos could be in position to finish the season with strong scoring totals.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Hot streak continues
Santos converted all three of his field-goal attempts in the Bears' 28-13 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: After making one or fewer field goals in six of his first nine games, Santos has at least three field goals in his last four games. If looking to stream a trending kicker, Santos is as hot as they come right now.
Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Continues hot streak
Santos made four of five field-goal attempts in the Bears' 12-10 win over the Vikings on Monday.
Analysis: Santos provided all of the scoring for the Bears in their upset victory over Minnesota. After having very little production through Week 9, Santos has scored in double digits in each of his last three games. After the Week 13 bye, Santos could be viewed as a streaming option at kicker.
Published: Tue, Nov 28 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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Posts 14 points losing effort
Santos connected on all four of his field-goal attempts in the Bears' 31-26 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Although Santos has three games in which he's converted at least three field goals, he has one or fewer field goals in six other contests. His occasional ceiling games come along with too many poor performances to trust him as a weekly fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 8:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Double-digit output
Santos converted all three of his field-goal attempts and his line extra-point try in the Bears' 16-13 win over the Panthers on Thursday.
Analysis: This was the second time all season Santos has surpassed seven points in a game. He'll remain a low-floor weekly option with potential for occasional spike weeks.
Published: Fri, Nov 10 at 4:41am by Rotowire.com
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Five points in loss
Santos made one of two field-goal attempts in the Bears' 24-17 loss to the Saints on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has 19 points over the last four games. Aside from a massive game in Week 5, when he scored 16 points, he hasn't had more than seven points in any contest. Unless the Bears offense shows significant improvement, Santos will be a low-floor fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 6:12pm by Rotowire.com
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One point in defeat
Santos converted his lone extra-point attempt in the Bears' 30-13 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos now has five games in which he's attempted one or fewer field goals. Unless the Chicago offense begins to show increased production, Santos will continue to be a low-floor fantasy option.
Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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Tallies six points in win
Santos converted a 54-yard field goal in the Bears' 30-12 win over the Raiders on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos missed one of his extra-point attempts, but he remains one of the more reliable kickers in the league. For fantasy, he has one game with more than seven points, and he lacks the consistent upside that many of the top kickers possess due to the Bears inconsistent offense.
Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 8:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts seven points
Santos converted both of his field-goal attempts in the Bears' 19-13 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos was very quiet over the first four games of the season, but he has scored 23 points over his last two games. If the Bears continue to show improvement on offense, Santos could work his way into being a streaming option at kicker.
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 6:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Erupts for 16 points
Santos converted four field goals and four extra points in the Bears' 40-20 win over the Commanders on Thursday.
Analysis: Santos came into this game averaging less than four points per game, so his 16-point performance appears to be an outlier. However, if the Bears can build on their recent offensive success, Santos may work his way into being a reliable fantasy option.
Published: Fri, Oct 6 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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Tallies four points
Santos converted each of his four extra-point attempts in the Bears' 31-28 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.
Analysis: On the season, Santos has four field goals and four extra points, giving him an average of four points per game. Unless the Chicago offense takes a substantial step forward, Santos may not have enough scoring opportunities to be a reliable fantasy option in most leagues.
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 6:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores four points in defeat
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 41-10 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos is averaging just five points per game as the Chicago offense struggles to put points on the board. Unless the team can solve its offensive woes, Santos will remain a low-upside fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 8:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores five points in loss
Santos made his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 27-17 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos remains one of the most accurate kickers in the NFL, but his fantasy production remains inconsistent due to the Bears offense. Unless Chicago can begin to put more points on the scoreboard, Santos will struggle to crack the top-12 fantasy kickers.
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 6:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores six in opener
Santos converted both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Even though Chicago scored a pair of touchdowns, the team attempted two-point conversions each time as they tried to close a large deficit. Santos has been a very reliable kicker since joining the Bears, but he's yet to have the consistent scoring opportunities needed to be a reliable fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 6:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Won camp battle
Santos is the Bears' starting kicker, as there is no kicker on the roster for him to compete with, Adam Jahns of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Santos has been extremely accurate in his three years with the Bears and he was more than 90 percent accurate on his field-goal attempts in 2022. The reason he wasn't much of a fantasy factor was because the offense often didn't score enough points. If the offense can make a leap this season, his accuracy may intersect with volume. If that happens, he could be a sneaky option in 12-team leagues.
Published: Tue, Aug 15 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Another season of high accuracy
Santos converted an extra point in the Bears' 29-13 loss to the Vikings in Week 18 and ended the season with 90 points over 16 games played.
Analysis: Santos has been extremely accurate in his three years with the Bears, and he was over 90 percent accurate on his field-goal attempts this season. The problem for fantasy is the Bears offense. He averaged well less than two field-goal attempts per game, and he hasn't averaged more than two attempts in any of his three years with the team. Unless the Bears offense makes a significant jump in 2023, his volume will make him tough to roster as a primary option in 12-team fantasy leagues. He's under…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores four points in defeat
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 41-10 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos hasn't scored more than seven points in a game since Week 7, and he'll remain a low-upside fantasy option in Week 18 against Minnesota.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores seven points
Santos converted both of his field-goal attempts in the Bears' 35-13 loss to the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has made a total of nine field goals over his last eight games, and his lack of consistent opportunities makes him a low-upside fantasy option.
Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores two points in loss
Santos converted two of three extra-point attempts in the Bears' 25-20 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has not surpassed seven points in a game in any of his last seven games, and his lack of upside makes him an unreliable fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Second missed field goal of season
Santos converted two of three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 28-19 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos had seven points, which was his best effort since Week 7, which was the last time before this game he made multiple field goals. He hasn't shown any kind of ceiling in six weeks, making him a risky fantasy option when Chicago returns from its Week 14 bye.
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Converts lone field-goal attempt
Santos made a field goal and extra point in the Bears' 31-10 loss to the Jets on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has exactly one field goal in each of Chicago's last five games, and in most games he's scored five points or fewer, giving him a low weekly scoring floor.
Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses first field goal of season
Santos converted one of two field-goal attempts and made three extra points in the Bears' 27-24 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos missed an attempt from outside of 55 yards, coming up just short. He has exactly one field goal in each of his last four games, and although he had a few big games earlier in the season, he's not a consistent fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Records six points in defeat
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 31-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Despite posting three double-digit scoring performances earlier in the year, Santos has now been help to six points or fewer in each of Chicago's last three games. There have been very few middling games for him this season, and he may continue to be a very volatile fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Converts lone field-goal attempt
Santos converted a field goal and thee extra points in the Bears' 35-32 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has posted at least five points in each of Chicago's last three games. Although he has a number of low-output games, he's posted double-digit points three times over his last six games, making him a volatile fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 5:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts five points
Santos converted his only field-goal attempt in the Bears' 49-29 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos now has four games with five points or fewer and three games with at least 10 points, making him a volatile fantasy option, though he has shown excellent upside.
Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Delivers 15-point performance
Santos was perfect on four field-goal attempts and three extra-point tries in the Bears' 33-14 win over the Patriots on Monday.
Analysis: Santos has made at least three field goals in three of his last four games, but he has a total of one field-goal attempt over his other three games this season, making him a boom-or-bust kicking option in fantasy leagues. As part of his 15-point outing Monday, Santos knocked down attempts from 23, 38, 42 and 50 yards out.
Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 4:06am by Rotowire.com
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One point in defeat
Santos converted his only extra-point attempt in the Bears' 12-7 loss to the Commanders on Thursday.
Analysis: After a pair of 10-point games, Santos' production came to an abrupt halt. Despite the double-digit upside he's shown, kicking for a low-volume offense ensures that there will be the occasional poor fantasy performance, making Santos a volatile fantasy option.
Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 4:24am by Rotowire.com
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Posts 10 points in defeat
Santos was perfect on three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 29-22 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.
Analysis: After missing last week's game due to a personal matter, Santos produced his second consecutive 10-point game. Despite his recent success, the Bears are generally a low-volume offense, giving Santos a low-scoring floor that can materialize in any given week.
Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 7:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Not on Wednesday's report
Santos (personal) was not listed on the Bears' practice report Wednesday.
Analysis: Santos rejoined the Bears after sitting out the team's Week 4 loss to the Giants due to personal reasons. The 30-year-old made all four of his field-goal tries but missed two of his six extra-point attempts over the first three weeks, though both failed kicking attempts came during Chicago's storm-stricken season opener against the 49ers.
Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 6:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to team
Santos (personal) has returned to the team, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Santos' personal situation is "all squared away," according to head coach Matt Eberflus, which Fishbain notes in his report. The veteran kicker should resume his role moving forward, which will send Michael Badgley to the practice squad, or possibly looking for a new opportunity elsewhere. Badgley filled in admirably, making all four of his field-goal attempts Sunday against the Texans. Santos will be back in action in Week 5 against the Vikings.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Downgraded to out
The Bears have downgraded Santos (personal) to out for Sunday's game against the Giants, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Santos didn't officially travel with the team, so it's not too surprising to see him be ruled out after having initially been listed as questionable. In his absence, Michael Badgley, who signed with Chicago yesterday, will handle kicking duties versus New York.
Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 5:04am by Rotowire.com
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Not traveling with team
Santos (personal) is still listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Giants, but he will reportedly not travel with the team Saturday, Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Analysis: It's a bit strange to see the Bears still listing Santos as questionable despite announcing the veteran kicker wouldn't travel with the team to New York, and elevating Michael Badgley, who was just signed to the team's practice squad Saturday, on the same day. Fantasy managers should likely anticipate using other alternatives, especially considering inclement weather could be on the horizon for Sunday's matchup.
Published: Sat, Oct 1 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Santos (personal) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at the Giants.
Analysis: Santos was absent from practice both Thursday and Friday due to a personal issue, leaving his status up in the air for Week 4. The Bears currently don't have a kicker on the practice squad, so adding one Saturday and elevating that player likely would be an indication Santos won't be available Sunday. Assuming he's active, though, he's attached to an offense that has afforded him just four field-goal attempts and six point-after tries in three games this season.
Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores 11 points
Santos was perfect on three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 23-20 win over the Texans on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos attempted just one field goal over the Bears' first two games of the season, totaling five points over those contests. His double-digit performance shows his potential upside, but with the Bears having consistent struggles on offense, Santos is difficult to trust as a reliable fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 5:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies four points
Santos made his only field-goal attempt in the Bears' 27-10 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has five points through two games, and with the Bears potentially having a low-volume offense this season, the kicker may also have limited scoring potential.
Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 4:07am by Rotowire.com
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Tallies one point
Santos made one of three extra-point attempts in the Bears' 19-10 win over the 49ers on Sunday.
Analysis: Normally an extremely accurate kicker, Santos had to deal with a rain-soaked field, which may explain his accuracy issues. Kicking on a team that may struggle on offense this year, he may lack the consistent scoring needed to be a reliable option in 12-team leagues.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 5:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Enters third year with Chicago
Santos is the only kicker on the Bears' 53-man roster,
Analysis: Santos made more than 90 percent of his field-goal attempts in his first two years with the Bears. However, he's averaged fewer than two field-goal attempts during his tenure in Chicago. Unless the offense can provide him with increased opportunities this year, he'll continue to be a borderline fantasy option in 12-team leagues.
Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Firm hold on kicking job
Santos enters the season as the Bears' most accurate kicker in franchise history according to the Bears' official site.
Analysis: Santos is the teams' only kicker on the depth chart this preseason. He's converted 89.1 percent of his field-goal attempts (57 of 64) since joining the team. He's also converted 40 straight field goals, which is not only a team record but the third longest streak in NFL history. Despite his consistent excellence, the Chicago offense has limited him to 62 field-goal attempts over the last two years, which has limited his fantasy scoring potential. Unless the offense makes a significant jump in…read more
Published: Sun, Jul 31 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Nine points in finale
Santos made all three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season having made 26 of 30 field-goal attempts and 27 of 28 extra-point attempts.
Analysis: Although the Bears offense kept Santos from being a high-volume kicker in many games, for the second year in a row, he was very accurate. During the season, he converted multiple field goals in just about half of his games, and with the Chicago offense unlikely to make a monumental leap next year, he'll continue to be a borderline fantasy option in typical leagues. He's signed with the Bears through 2023 with two void years in 2024 and 2025.
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts nine points
Santos connected on both of his field-goal attempts in the Bears' 29-3 win over the Giants on Sunday.
Analysis: This was just the third time over the last seven games in which Santos has made multiple field goals, and the frequency of his low-scoring games will make him a risky lineup option in Week 18 against the Vikings.
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 6:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores five points
Santos made his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 25-24 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos converted a 35-yard field goal, though when the Bears scored their third touchdown, they went for a two-point conversion, keeping him to a five-point performance. He's been held to six or fewer points in six of his last eight games, and he'll be considered a low-upside option in Week 17 against the Giants.
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses field goal in loss
Santos made one of two field-goal attempts in the Bears' 17-9 loss to the Vikings on Monday.
Analysis: Although Santos was accurate on a 34-yard kick, he came up short on a 49-yard attempt late in the first half. With the Bears not scoring a touchdown until the last play of the game, he didn't attempt an extra point. With three or fewer points in three of his last five games, he'll likely be a boom-or-bust fantasy option down the stretch.
Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Best game of season
Santos was perfect on three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 45-30 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: In addition to his three field goals, Santos was also perfect on his three extra-point attempts, giving him a season-high 12 points. Although he's scored at least nine points in three of his last five games, he's been held to three points or fewer on five occasions this year, making him a volatile fantasy option.
Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 4:07am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Santos (illness) returned to full participation at practice Thursday.
Analysis: The kicker missed Wednesday's practice while dealing with a non-COVID illness, but he returned to log a full practice Thursday. On the season, Santos is 16-for-19 on field-goal attempts and 19-for-20 on PATs.
Published: Thu, Dec 9 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice
Santos (illness) was listed as a non-participant in practice Wednesday due to a non-COVID related illness.
Analysis: The vagueness of Santos' illness makes it unclear if he will be available for the Bears' Sunday matchup against the Packers, so his status will be worth monitoring throughout the week. The kicker has been rather consistent this season, converting on 16 of 19 field goal attempts, with all three of his misses coming from 40 or more yards away.
Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores two points
Santos converted two extra-point attempts in the Bears' 33-22 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Although Santos has scored two or fewer points in two of his last three games, he also has scored at least nine points in three of his last five contests. Overall, his volatility makes him a tough player to trust in weekly fantasy lineups.
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts double digits
Santos made three of four field-goal attempts along with an extra point in the Bears' 16-14 win over the Lions on Thursday.
Analysis: Santos was a hero when he kicked a short field goal as time expired to give the Bears their fourth win of the season. Despite his strong performance, his only miss was when he was short on a 53-yard attempt. Although he's scored at least nine points in three of his last four games, he's also been held to fewer than four points three times over his last six games, making him a volatile fantasy option.
Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 6:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts one point
Santos missed his only field-goal attempt in the Bears' 16-13 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
Analysis: After scoring 19 points over his last two games, Santos has also recorded three points or fewer three times over five games, making him one of the more volatile kickers in the league.
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Another strong performance
Santos converted two of three field-goal attempts in the Bears' 29-27 loss to the Steelers on Monday.
Analysis: Santos attempted a 65-yard field goal at the end of regulation, as the Bears tried to earn a late victory, but the ball hit the crossbar, resulting in his only miss of the evening. Although he averaged just five points per game through Week 7, he's posted 10 and nine points over the past two weeks, and as Justin Fields shows improvement, Santos' scoring ceiling may be on the rise as well.
Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 4:05am by Rotowire.com
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Posts 10 points
Santos converted all three of his field-goal attempts while adding an extra point in the Bears' 33-22 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
Analysis: Although Santos missed an extra-point attempt, he recorded a season-high 10 points. Despite his solid effort, he came into this game averaging fewer than five points over his last four games, making him tough to trust in weekly fantasy lineups.
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts three points
Santos converted his lone field-goal attempt in the Bears' 38-3 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos scored Chicago's only points in a blowout loss. He's averaging just five points per game while not surpassing eight in any contest, making him one of the lowest-upside kickers in the league.
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores two points
Santos converted a pair of extra points in the Bears' 24-14 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Despite not missing a field-goal attempt this season, Santos has yet to surpass eight points in a game, and he's averaging less than six points per contest. Due to his lack of ceiling, he's not a recommended weekly fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies eight points
Santos converted a pair of field goals as well as a pair of extra points in the Bears' 20-9 win over the Raiders on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has scored between six and eight points in each of the Bears' last four games, and although he's yet to show a high-scoring ceiling, he's had a reliable floor over the past month.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies six points
Santos converted a field goal and three extra points in the Bears' 24-14 win over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: With just one game of more than six points, Santos hasn't provided enough scoring to be considered a strong fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores only Chicago points
Santos connected on a pair of field goals in the Bears' 26-6 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
Analysis: With the Chicago offense completely overwhelmed by the Cleveland defense, Santos was the only player to put points on the scoreboard for the Bears. Through three games, he has posted just 16 points, and he lacks the consistent ceiling that would make him a strong weekly fantasy starter.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies eight points
Santos connected on two field goals and two extra points in the Bears' 20-17 win over the Bengals on Sunday.
Analysis: With the Chicago offense breaking down twice in the red zone, Santos made a pair of field goals from inside 30 yards. After two games, he has just 10 points, and unless the Bears offense starts to be more explosive, Santos may be difficult to trust in weekly fantasy lineups.
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in losing effort
Santos converted a pair of extra points in the Bears' 34-14 loss to the Rams on Sunday.
Analysis: With the Bears offense having limited success against an excellent Rams defense, Santos wasn't called upon for a single field-goal attempt. However, as the schedule eases up, the Bears have the type of offense that can move the ball but fail to finish drives, which gives Santos the ability for spike weeks in the scoring column.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 6:40am by Rotowire.com
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Inks huge extension
The Bears signed Santos to a five-year, $16 million extension Thursday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Analysis: Chicago spent a number of seasons searching for reliable placekicking before bringing in Santos last year, so it's unsurprising to see the team lock him up long-term. Santos was fantastic through 16 regular-season games in 2020, converting 30 of 32 field-goal tries and 36 of 37 extra-point attempts. The veteran kicker also made his only field-goal attempt during Chicago's playoff loss to the Saints.
Published: Thu, Mar 11 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Three points in playoff defeat
Santos converted his only field-goal attempt in Chicago's 21-3 loss to the Saints in the wild-card round.
Analysis: Santos connected on his field goal in the second quarter and didn't see the field again as the Bears struggled to score points in a tough matchup. The veteran kicker was successful on 30 of 32 field-goal attempts while converting 35 of 36 extra-point attempts during the regular season, and although he's scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent, it's quite possible the Bears re-sign him.
Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Another double-digit performance
Santos converted three field goals and an extra point in the Bears' 35-16 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos proved to be a reliable kicking option for a Chicago franchise that has had struggles at the position over the years. The veteran kicker was successful on 30 of 32 field-goal attempts while converting 35 of 36 extra-point attempts, and although he's scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent after the Bears finish the playoffs, it's quite possible the team re-signs him.
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies 11 points
Santos converted both of his field-goal attempts while adding five extra points in Chicago's 41-17 victory over the Jaguars on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos hasn't missed a field-goal attempt since Week 3, and although he's been an inconsistent fantasy option, he's posted double digits in each of his last three games, making him a potential streaming option in Week 17 against the Packers.
Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts best game of season
Santos converted four field goals and three extra points in Chicago's 33-27 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.
Analysis: With the Chicago offense moving the ball at will, Santos had more than two field-goal attempts for just the third time this season, resulting in him scoring four more points that he's had in any other game this season. Although this is just the second time in six games that he surpassed seven points, he could have significant upside in Week 16 against a Jaguars defense that's among the worst in the NFL.
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts 10 points in victory
Santos converted two field goals while making all four extra-point attempts in the Bears' 36-7 win over the Texans on Sunday.
Analysis: This was the first time in five games that Santos scored more than seven points, and he'll remain a difficult player to trust for upside in the fantasy playoffs.
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies six points in defeat
Santos made his only field-goal attempt while making three of four extra-point conversions in Chicago's 34-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos has failed to surpass seven points in any of his last four games, making him a risky lineup option during the fantasy playoffs.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts five points
Santos connected on his only field-goal attempt in the Bears' 41-25 loss to the Packers on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos converted his field-goal on the first drive of the game, but he was only provided with a pair of extra-point attempts the rest of the way. Although he's had a couple big games this season, he's been held to seven points or fewer in four of his last five games, making him a risky option in weekly fantasy lineups.
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 8:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores seven points in defeat
Santos made a pair of field goals and an extra point in Chicago's 19-13 loss to Minnesota on Monday.
Analysis: Santos connected on a pair of field goals from less than 45 yards away in the first half, but after converting an extra point following the Bears' return of the second-half kickoff for a touchdown, he wasn't given another opportunity to increase his scoring total. He's now been held to fewer than eight points in three of his last four games, making him an underwhelming weekly fantasy option.
Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts five points
Santos converted a field goal and two extra-point attempts in the Bears' 24-17 loss to the Titans on Sunday.
Analysis: With Chicago's offensive line missing multiple starters, the team struggled to consistently move the football, resulting in a poor fantasy line for Santos. Although he's had a pair of strong performances over the past four weeks, he's been held to five points or fewer in four of his last eight games, making him a difficult player to trust in weekly lineups.
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores 11 points
Santos connected on all three of his field-goal attempts in Chicago's 26-23 overtime loss to the Saints on Sunday.
Analysis: Santos drilled a field goal at the end of regulation to send the game to overtime while tying his season high with 11 points. Although he's posted at least eight points in three of his last four games, he also has a pair of performances with fewer than five points, making him an inconsistent fantasy option with a low scoring floor.
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores four points in loss
Santos connected on a 42-yard field goal in Chicago's 24-10 loss to the Rams on Monday.
Analysis: In a game the Bears struggled to move the ball in, Santos had a quiet night, though he made his only field-goal attempt of the contest. After scoring 19 points over his previous two games, Santos reverted to the low scoring floor he had shown over the first three games of the season. He'll likely be an erratic fantasy option, especially since he kicks for an inconsistent offense.
Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect in victory
Santos converted each of his three field-goal attempts in Chicago's 23-16 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Not only did Santos convert all of his kicks, but he also nailed his first kick of over 50 yards this season, leading to an 11-point performance, which was his best game of the campaign. Although he averaged fewer than five points per game over the first three contests, he's had a pair of strong performances in a row, and he may now be considered as a potential streaming option.
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts eight points in win
Santos made a pair of field goals and two extra points in the Bears' 20-19 victory over the Buccaneers on Thursday.
Analysis: Santos hit a 38-yard field goal with a little more than a minute left to give the Bears the win. However, he's averaging just five points per game and therefore remains a low-upside fantasy option.
Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts three points
Santos made his only field-goal attempt in Chicago's 19-11 loss to the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: Even though Eddy Pineiro was eligible to return from injured reserve this week, Santos continued to serve as the Bears' kicker, but with only 14 points over the last three weeks, he'll continue to be a low-floor fantasy option while he retains the job.
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to kick Week 4
Santos is expected to remain the Bears' kicker for Sunday's game against the Colts, Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After Eddy Pineiro (groin) was placed on injured reserve shortly before the season opener, Santos has kicked in each of the Bears' first three games, converting on four of six field-goal tries and eight of eight extra-point attempts. Though Pineiro will be eligible to return from IR this week, coach Matt Nagy suggested Wednesday that the 25-year-old is unlikely to be ready to kick by Sunday. Santos is thus on track to retain the kicking job for a fourth straight game, but he could surrender the…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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Posts five points
Santos made one of two field-goal attempts in Chicago's 30-26 victory over the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: For the second week in a row, Santos missed a field-goal attempt, and it's unlikely that he'll stand in the way of teammate Eddy Pineiro (groin) taking back his roster spot when Pineiro's ready to return from injured reserve. Although Pineiro is eligible to return next week, there has been no word as to when the team will be faced with a roster decision.
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses field goal
Santos connected on one of two field-goal attempts in Chicago's 17-13 victory over the Giants on Sunday.
Analysis: After posting an impressive nine points in the season opener, the missed field goal by Santos resulted in him posting a disappointing fantasy performance. It's possible next week could be his last game with the Bears if Eddy Pineiro (groin) is activated from injured reserve.
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Rejoining 53-man roster
The Bears will sign Santos to their 53-man roster Wednesday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Analysis: After Eddy Pineiro (groin) was placed on injured reserve Sept. 8, Santos was elevated from the practice squad a few days later to serve as the Bears' kicker Week 1. He got the job done in Chicago's 27-23 win over the Lions, converting on field goals of 35 and 28 yards while nailing all three of his extra-point attempts. Barring a disastrous performance Week 2 versus the Giants, Santos should remain Chicago's kicker for at least two more games before the Bears decide whether to proceed with him…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 16 at 6:24am by Rotowire.com
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Bumps back to practice sqaud
Santos reverted to the Bears' practice squad.
Analysis: Santos was impressive in Week 1, as he connected on two field goals -- both from fewer than 40 yards -- and all three extra-point attempts. With Eddy Pineiro (groin) set to miss the next two games, Santos will be elevated ahead of Week 2's matchup against the Giants.
Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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Productive performance
Santos converted two field goals and three extra points in Chicago's 27-23 victory over the Lions on Sunday.
Analysis: With Eddie Pineiro on the injured reserve through at least Week 3, Santos took advantage of his opportunity with a perfect afternoon that resulted in nine points. With the likelihood that Chicago will be a low-scoring offense, Santos could have a very low-scoring floor in any given week, making him a risky fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Roster formality complete
Santos was signed by the Bears on Saturday.
Analysis: The Bears waited until Saturday to complete the roster transaction, but it was already reported earlier this week Santos would replace injured starter Eddy Pineiro (groin) as the starting kicker for Week 1. Santos presumably would have the job until Pineiro returns from injured reserve, but the Bears could explore other options should their veteran kicker struggle to begin 2020.
Published: Sat, Sep 12 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Locked in as Week 1 kicker
Coach Matt Nagy said Wednesday that Santos will serve as Chicago's kicker in Sunday's season opener against Detroit, Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Bears have not yet promoted Santos from the practice squad, but it's only a matter of time before such a move is made. Eddy Pineiro (groin) won the starting job during training camp but is poised to spend a minimum of three weeks on injured reserve, which sets the stage for Santos to begin the season with at least a three-game window to showcase his abilities. Of course, if Santos struggles Week 1, the Bears could explore other options.
Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to kick for Chicago in Week 1
The Bears are expected to promote Santos from their practice squad to serve as their kicker in Sunday's season opener versus the Lions, Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Analysis: Though he lost out in his job battle with Eddy Pineiro (groin) during training camp, Santos is poised to begin the season as Chicago's kicker after Pineiro was placed on injured reserve Tuesday. In accordance with the NFL's new IR rules, Pineiro will be sidelined for at least the Bears' first three games, so Santos should have all of September to stake his claim to keeping the job, or impressing enough to earn another opportunity with another team. The Bears may wait and see if any other…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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Remains on standby in Chicago
Santos signed with the Bears' practice squad Sunday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Analysis: Santos lost the kicking battle to Eddy Pineiro, but he'll stick with the team as the backup. The Bears have a history of inconsistent kickers, and with the uncertainty of the pandemic, Santos is on standby in case Pineiro can't go. Santos played in five games for the Titans last season and made four of nine field goals and all 12 extra-point attempts.
Published: Sun, Sep 6 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Unable to make final team
The Bears are expected to release Santos on Saturday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun Times reports.
Analysis: Chicago's kicking situation remains tumultuous, with Eddy Pineiro (groin) still up in the air for Week 1, so a potential reunion with Santos can't be ruled out. Finley notes that the Bears could consider carrying two kickers on the active roster in addition to another on the practice squad. If the Bears hope to stash Pineiro on injured reserve and bring back Santos during the interim, the team would need to wait until Monday before making such a move.
Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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