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  • Perfect in loss

    Butker made both field-goal tries and his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Butker connected from 27 and 47 yards, respectively. The kicker has missed eight times this season between field goals and extra points, though six of those came in the first six weeks of the season. At the same time, the veteran may be limited moving forward by a struggling offense that no longer has Patrick Mahomes (knee) for the rest of the season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 7:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shaky performance in defeat

    Butker went 1-for-2 on field-goal tries and made his only PAT in Sunday night's 20-10 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Butker connected with the right upright on a 43-yard field-goal attempt late in the first half before later narrowly sneaking a 36-yard try inside the left upright in the third quarter. The missed field-goal attempt was his first since Week 4, and he hadn't missed a try from under 50 yards since the week prior. On the year, Butker has gone 22-for-26 on field-goal attempts, including 3-for-5 from 50-plus yards, while making 28 of 32 extra-point tries over 13 contests.

    Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Boots four extra points in loss

    Butker made all four of his extra-point attempts during Kansas City's loss to the Cowboys on Thursday.

    Analysis: Butker didn't attempt any field goals for just the third time this season. The 30-year-old has been inconsistent so far this season, converting just 87.5 percent of his field-goal attempts and extra-point tries apiece.

    Published: Thu, Nov 27 at 6:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Connects on game-winning FG

    Butker made all five of his field-goal attempts during the Chiefs' 23-20 overtime win over the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: It was a busy day for Butker, who was responsible for 15 of the Chiefs' 23 points during Sunday's OT win. Four of his five made field goals came from within 28 yards, including the game-winning 27-yard chip shot in overtime to improve Kansas City's record to 6-5. Butker's five made field goals were a season high and his most since the 2023 campaign, when he connected on six field-goal attempts against the Bengals in Week 17. Over his last three games, Butker has gone 9-for-9 on field-goal…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes pair of FGs in defeat

    Butker converted both of his field-goal attempts and one of two extra-point tries in Sunday's 22-19 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Both of Butler's field goals were from 31 yards out, and his missed extra point was blocked by the Broncos in the fourth quarter, keeping it a three-point contest at the time. Butker has been inconsistent this season, making 16 of 19 field-goal tries and just 24 of 28 extra points.

    Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 7:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes pair of field goals in loss

    Butker made both of his field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Butker made multiple field goals for the first time since Week 4, connecting from 46 and 19 yards in the second quarter. The kicker had attempted just two total field goals over the team's last four contests combined entering Week 9. Butker has now gone 14-for-17 on field-goal tries, including 3-for-5 from 50-plus yards, while making 23 of 26 PATs over nine games this year.

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Boots four extra points in victory

    Butker converted all four of his extra-point tries and didn't attempt a field goal in Monday's 28-7 win over the Commanders.

    Analysis: It was a relatively quiet night for Butker with Kansas City getting into the end zone four times. It was the second time this season Butker has finished a contest without a made field goal. He's 12-for-15 on field-goal tries this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 27 at 8:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet day in Week 7

    Butker made his only field-goal attempt and all four of his PATs in Sunday's 31-0 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker went a third straight week without attempting multiple field goals in a game, connecting on his only attempt from 38 yards in the victory. The kicker has now made 12 of 15 field-goal tries while going 18-for-21 on PATs over seven games this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses once vs. Lions

    Butker made his lone field-goal try and three of four point-after attempts in Sunday night's 30-17 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: The veteran kicker from Georgia Tech has now missed three extra-point attempts through six games this year, after missing just two during the 2024 regular season. Butker has also converted on 11 of his 14 field-goal tries, with all misses coming from 40-plus yards. His next opportunity to kick will come in Kansas City's Week 7 matchup against the Raiders.

    Published: Mon, Oct 13 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited action in loss

    Butker did not attempt a field goal and went 4-for-4 on extra-point tries in Monday's 31-28 loss to the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Butker went without a field-goal try for the first time this season after having attempted at least two in each of the team's first four games of the year. The kicker will enter Week 6 having gone 10-for-13 on field-goal attempts, including 3-for-5 from 50-plus yards, while making 11 of 13 PATs over five contests this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 6 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another kick Sunday

    Butker made three of four field-goal attempts and all four extra-point tries in Sunday's 37-20 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: In fairness to the Chiefs' longtime kicker, his miss Sunday was from 56 yards. At the same time, he's now missed a kick in every game this season and is just 10-for-13 on field goals and seven of nine on extra-point tries in 2025. Butker will try to get back on track next Monday night against the Jaguars.

    Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inconsistency continues in Week 3

    Butker went 3-for-4 on field-goal attempts and 1-for-2 on extra-point tries in Sunday's 22-9 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Butker was once again a little off his game in Week 3, missing a 40-yard field goal wide right in the second quarter. Additionally, he pushed an extra-point attempt wide left in the fourth quarter. Outside of the misses, Butker made field goals from 54, 48 and 24 yards, as well as an additional PAT in the contest. On the year, the kicker has gone 7-for-9 on field-goal tries, including 3-for-4 from 50-plus yards, while also making three of five extra-point tries over three games.

    Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses field goal in Week 2

    Butker went 1-for-2 on field-goal attempts and made both of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Butker missed a 58-yard field goal wide right in the first quarter before later connecting on a 56-yarder to finish off the team's first possession of the second quarter. The kicker's miss proved to be the difference in the contest, though it's hard to pin the blame on him considering the distance. Butker has now converted four of five field goals, two of which were from 50-plus yards, and made two out of three PATs over the first two games in 2025.

    Published: Mon, Sep 15 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Connects on three field goals

    Butker went 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts but missed his lone extra-point try during the Chiefs' 27-21 loss to the Chargers on Friday.

    Analysis: The Chiefs' offense struggled in the first half, but Butker helped his team get on the board with a 35-yard field goal in the second quarter before connecting on a 59-yard try as the first half came to a close. The veteran kicker capped things off by converting on a 27-yard chip shot late in the fourth quarter, but it wasn't a perfect night for him after his extra-point try in the third missed wide right. Butker attempted just 25 field-goal attempts in 2024 but was limited to 13 regular-season…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 5 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Decent effort in 2024

    Butker knocked home 21 of his 25 field-goal attempts and 29 of his 31 extra-point tries in 13 games during the 2024 regular season.

    Analysis: Butker notably missed four contests from Weeks 11-14 due to a left knee injury, but he was again pretty reliable when healthy. Of his four field-goal misfires on the season, three of them came from north of 50 yards out, so it's not a major concern. He remains under wraps with Kansas City through the 2028 season, but his fantasy prospects next season don't seem quite as bright backing a Chiefs offense that has finished middle of the pack in scoring the last two seasons after finishing among the…read more

    Published: Thu, Feb 13 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Little action in blowout loss

    Butker missed his only field-goal try and did not attempt a PAT in Sunday's 38-0 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Butker was blanked, just like the rest of his team, missing a 51-yard field goal late in the first half. The kicker will finish the regular season having gone 21-for-25 on field-goal tries while making 29 of 31 extra-point attempts over 13 games. We'll next see him out there in the divisional round, as the Chiefs earned the No. 1 seed in the AFC.

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses extra-point try Wednesday

    Butker converted on his lone field-goal attempt and went 2-for-3 on his extra-point tries during the Chiefs' 29-10 win over the Steelers on Wednesday.

    Analysis: Butker missed his first extra-point attempt of the game early in the first quarter, but it was a more difficult kick due to Xavier Worthy picking up a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty after catching a seven-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes. Butker had no problem connecting on his next two extra-point tries and nailed a 32-yard field goal early in the third quarter to give the Chiefs a nine-point lead. In the three games since returning from injured reserve, Butker has gone…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two field goals vs. Texans

    Butker made both of his field-goal attempts and connected on his three extra-point tries in Saturday's 27-19 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Butker's longest field-goal attempt came from 44 yards. It was his second game back after returning from a four-game absence and IR stint due to a left knee injury. He has now made three field goals and six extra points without a miss since returning.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 7:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting Sunday

    Butker (knee) was activated off injured reserve Saturday and does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's contest against the Browns.

    Analysis: As a result, Butker is set to return to his starting gig. The 28-year-old has missed just two field goals all year, both 50-plus yard attempts, and has missed just four field-goal attempts total dating back to the start of last season.

    Published: Sat, Dec 14 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending toward playing

    Butker (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Browns, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The team will need to formally make the move before 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, but the Pro Bowl kicker is expected to return to his starting job despite Matthew Wright's reliability over the past two games (8-of-9 and a game-winning field goal). Butker has missed just four of his 55 field-goal attempts over the past two years.

    Published: Sat, Dec 14 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable for Week 15

    Butker (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Cleveland.

    Analysis: Since the Chiefs designated him for return from injured reserve Wednesday, Butker has put together three consecutive limited practices, thereby giving him a chance to play this weekend. He's been sidelined since Week 10 after undergoing a meniscus trim on his left knee on Nov. 15. Ultimately, in order for Butker to suit up Sunday, he'll need to be activated from IR by 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday. Matthew Wright is lined up to kick if that doesn't occur.

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Thursday

    Butker (knee) remained limited in Thursday's practice, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker is eligible to return from injured reserve in time for Sunday's game against the Browns, but it remains to be seen if Kansas City will activate him in time. Matthew Wright has handled kicking duties the last two weeks, going eight of nine on field goals and two for two on extra points in that span.

    Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in return to practice

    Butker (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: After the Chiefs designated him for return from injured reserve earlier Wednesday, Butker returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since sustaining a meniscus injury in early November that required a procedure. Per Adam Teicher of ESPN.com, head coach Andy Reid was non-committal about Butker being added back to the roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns, as the Chiefs presumably want to assess him in practice throughout the week before deciding on his status. If the Chiefs…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing, but iffy for Week 15

    Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said that Butker (knee) will be designated for return from injured reserve Wednesday, but the kicker's availability for Sunday's game against the Browns is still uncertain, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With Wednesday's transaction, the Chiefs will have a 21-day window to evaluate Butker before he would need to either be added back to the 53-man roster or spend the remainder of the season on IR. Though he can be activated from IR at any time, the Chiefs will wait and see how Butker fares in practice this week before deciding on his status for Sunday. Before he was shut down after requiring a meniscus trim on his left knee, Butker appeared in nine games and converted 18 of 20 field-goal…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return for Week 15

    Kansas City head coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that Butker (knee) has a chance to return from injured reserve to play Week 15 in Cleveland, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker will miss a fourth straight game this Sunday against the Chargers, but the kicker looks like he could be back with the Chiefs when first eligible next week. He required a meniscus trim on his left knee and seems to be recovering as expected. The Chiefs signed Matthew Wright off their practice squad Wednesday and will turn to him to handle kicking duties for a second consecutive game this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 11:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovering from meniscus trim

    Butker is expected to return from injured reserve when first eligible Week 15 against the Browns after undergoing a meniscus trim of his left knee earlier this week, rather than a full meniscus repair, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: A full repair would have knocked Butker out for the rest of the season, but after requiring the minimally invasive meniscectomy procedure, he'll likely need 3-to-4 weeks to make a full recovery. Since Kansas City has already placed Butker on IR, he'll be required to miss at least four games, but assuming he experiences no setbacks in his recovery from the procedure to his non-kicking knee, he should be ready for action by mid-December. The Chiefs signed Spencer Shrader off the Jets' practice…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has surgery, no timeline for return

    Coach Andy Reid said that Butker underwent surgery on his injured left knee Friday and doesn't have a timeline for his return to action, Jesse Newell of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Reid confirmed that Butker hurt his knee in practice this week, resulting in his placement on injured reserve Friday. "(He) tried to go on Thursday," Reid told Charles Goldman of AtoZSports.com. "(He) wasn't able to do it." Reid also confirmed that Butker had a repair of the meniscus in his left knee, according to Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com. For as long as Butker is sidelined, Spencer Shrader will handle kicking duties for the Chiefs.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sent to IR with knee injury

    The Chiefs placed Butker (knee) on injured reserve Friday.

    Analysis: Butker is dealing with a meniscus injury, which required a trim procedure, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. With Butker set to miss at least the next four games, the Chiefs signed Spencer Shrader off the Jets' practice squad on Thursday.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to miss 3-to-4 weeks

    Butker is expected to miss 3-to-4 weeks due to a left knee injury, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Per Pelissero, Butker is likely headed to IR as a result of a knee issue that surfaced on Thursday's injury report and is slated to result in the kicker having a procedure to clean up his meniscus, per Pelissero. In Butker's anticipated absence, the Chiefs are expected to sign Spencer Shrader off the Jets' practice squad to fill in as their placekicker, according to Pelissero.

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes three field goals vs. Denver

    Butker made all three of his field-goal attempts and connected on his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 14-13 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: All of Butker's field-goal attempts Sunday came from under 40 yards, with his longest being a 36-yard field goal in the second quarter. He connected on a 28-yard field goal in the third quarter and hit the eventual game winner from 20 yards out late in the fourth quarter. Through nine regular-season games, Butker has gone 18-for-20 on field-goal attempts and 21-for-22 on extra-point tries. He'll look to add to his total in what should be a high-scoring affair in Week 11 against the Bills on…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes only field-goal attempt

    Butker made his only field-goal try and converted all three of his extra-point attempts during Monday's 30-24 overtime win versus the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Butker opened up the scoring Monday with a 40-yard field goal late in the first quarter, but Kansas City's next four scores came in the form of touchdowns. Despite the mostly uneventful game in Week 9, he's still an accurate kicker playing behind a good offense, so he'll remain a quality fantasy option in Week 10 versus the Broncos.

    Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect Sunday

    Butker made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: The kicker's field-goal attempts came from 42 and 24 yards, respectively. Butker's perfect day brought him to 14-of-16 on field-goal tries and 17-of-18 on extra-point attempts in 2024.

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No field goals in win

    Butker made all four of his extra-point tries but did not attempt a field goal in Sunday's 28-18 win at San Francisco.

    Analysis: Sunday's game was the Chiefs' first this season in which they did not attempt a field goal. Butker has been solid on the chances he has gotten thus far this year though, and he'll be kicking indoors in Week 8 at Las Vegas.

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses first FGA of the season

    Butker made both of his extra-point tries but missed one of two field-goal attempts in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Butker's miss was a 65-yard attempt that came up short just before halftime, a kick that would have tied the game at 10-10 had it been successful. However, he was good from 37 yards out in the third quarter, bringing him to 8-for-9 on FGAs this season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three field goals Sunday

    Butker missed one of two extra-point tries but made all three field goal attempts in a 22-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Butker just missed a PAT, a first for him since 2022, but he was otherwise perfect in the Week 3 victory. He connected from 53, 44, and 21 yards out, bringing him to 7-for-7 on the season on FGAs. Next week, Butker and Chiefs will travel to Los Angeles for a divisional matchup with the Chargers.

    Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits game-winning field goal

    Butker made both of his field-goal and extra-point attempts in Sunday's 26-25 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Butker opened the Chiefs' scoring with a 19-yard field goal on the team's first drive of the game. He returned for another FGA on their last drive, with Kansas City trailing by two points when he connected from 51 yards out as time expired and secured a victory for Kansas City. Up next for the 29-year-old is a Week 3 matchup with the Falcons.

    Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails both field goals vs. Ravens

    Butker converted both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries during the Chiefs' 27-20 win over the Ravens on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Butker made the most of his scoring opportunities Week 1, with both of his field goals coming from just over 30 yards out. The Chiefs' offense displayed some regained explosiveness versus Baltimore, due in part to a two-TD debut by rookie first-rounder Xavier Worthy, so Butker will remain a top fantasy asset at the kicker position heading into a Week 2 matchup against the Bengals.

    Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks big extension

    Butker has agreed to a four-year extension with the Chiefs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Per Rapoport, Butker's deal -- which makes him the NFL's highest-paid kicker -- is a four-year, $25.6 million extension with $17.8 million in guarantees. The 29-year-old is coming off a 2023 regular season in which he made 33 of his 35 field-goal attempts en route to scoring 137 points in 17 games. While working behind Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes' helmed offense, Butker remains a premium fantasy kicking option ahead of the coming campaign.

    Published: Mon, Aug 5 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    Butker made both field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 13-12 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Butker first connected from 22 yards out before making a 41-yard attempt with 54 seconds left in the game, which gave Kansas City the victory. The Georgia Tech product had a stellar campaign, missing just two times on 35 FGAs this season (94 percent).

    Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has busy day

    Butker made all six field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 25-17 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Butker was on the field early and often, beginning with point-after attempt on an Isiah Pacheco touchdown and subsequently for six field goals to help push the Chiefs to victory. The Georgia Tech product was good from 54, 43, 27, 24, 48 and 46 yards out in the contest. He's now 31-for-33 this season on FGAs, which is good for a 94% conversion rate. Next up for Butker and the Chiefs is a Week 18 matchup with the Chargers.

    Published: Mon, Jan 1 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses second kick of year

    Butker converted both of his two extra-point tries but missed his only field-goal attempt in Monday's 20-14 loss versus the Raiders.

    Analysis: On a day when Kansas City's offense struggled to get much of anything going, Butker only got one chance at a field goal, and he hooked the 36-yarder wide to the left. He's now missed two kicks in two weeks after being perfect through the first 13 games of 2023. The Chiefs will host a soft Bengals defense in Week 17.

    Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses first kick of season

    Butker converted two of his three field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 27-17 win at New England.

    Analysis: After making all of his first 23 field-goal tries this year, Butker finally suffered a blemish to his stat sheet in Week 15 when he pushed a 39-yard attempt wide right in the first quarter. Kansas City's offense is still very good, and Butker is still nearly automatic, so weather should be the most legitimate concern for him for the remainder of the fantasy season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited opportunities Sunday

    Butker made his lone field-goal attempt and both extra-point tries in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Butker tied the game at 17 for the Chiefs with a 27-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter for his only FGA. With that make, plus both of his PATs, the Georgia Tech product remains perfect on the season in both categories. Only Randy Bullock has achieved this feat so far this season, but he's only appeared in four games for the Giants. Butker's next opportunities will come in Week 15 against the Patriots.

    Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 7:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays perfect at Green Bay

    Butker converted both of his two field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try in Sunday's 27-19 loss at Green Bay.

    Analysis: Both of Butker's field goals came from within 40 yards after the Chiefs' offense stalled out in the red zone, so it was a relatively easy day at the office despite the freezing weather. Kansas City still has a top-10 offense and Butker still hasn't missed this season, so weather will be the only concern in Week 14 when the Chiefs host a beatable Bills defense.

    Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still perfect

    Butker made his lone field-goal attempt and all four extra-point tries in Sunday's 31-17 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker's field goal came from 32 yards out late in the fourth quarter to push Kansas City's lead to 31-17. The 28-year-old remains perfect on the season, going 20-for-20 on FGAs and 28-for-28 on PATs. Next up for Butker and the Chiefs is a Week 13 visit to Green Bay.

    Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains perfect

    Butker made his lone field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point tries in Monday's 21-17 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Butker connected from 43 yards out at the end of the first half to help the Chiefs extend their lead to 17-7, but other than the opening kickoff of the second half, the Georgia Tech product wasn't called upon again. He is now 19-for-19 on FGAs and 24 -for-24 on PATs on the season. Other than Randy Bullock, who has only appeared in three games, no other kicker has converted on all their opportunities this season besides Butker.

    Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't attempt field goal Sunday

    Butker converted all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 21-14 win over Miami.

    Analysis: Butker wasn't afforded a single field-goal attempt for the first time all season but did all that was asked of him, and he still hasn't missed a kick in 2023. Following a Week 10 bye, the Chiefs will square off with the Eagles in Philadelphia in Week 11.

    Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy as offense struggles

    Butker converted all three of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 24-9 loss at Denver.

    Analysis: He did not record an extra-point try in Week 8, the first time that's happened since 2021. Butker still salvaged his fantasy day, though, and he cashed in on a 56-yarder at the end of the first half to reward managers whose leagues put a premium on longer attempts. The Chiefs will take on a middling Dolphins defense in Frankfurt in Week 9.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will suit up at Denver

    Butker (illness) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at the Broncos.

    Analysis: As expected, Butker will be ready to go for the Week 8 matchup despite missing Thursday's practice with an illness. He hasn't missed a kick this year, but he'll likely be kicking in freezing conditions Sunday, dampening his fantasy outlook somewhat.

    Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Working at practice Friday

    Butker (illness) took part in Friday's practice, Pete Sweeney of 610 Sports KC reports.

    Analysis: Butker appears to be trending in the right direction for Sunday's game at Denver after he sat out of practice Thursday due to an illness. Kansas City will issue its final Week 8 injury report later Friday, when it will be known whether Butker enters the weekend with a designation.

    Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Thursday

    Butker (illness) won't practice Thursday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

    Analysis: While Butker will miss Thursday's session, special teams coordinator Dave Toub expects the kicker to be available Sunday against the Broncos. Friday's injury report will clarify whether Butker approaches the contest with a designation or cleared for Week 8 action.

    Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect again in Week 7

    Butker converted his only field-goal attempt and all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 31-17 win versus the Chargers.

    Analysis: As is often the case, Kansas City's offense was not to be denied for most of the day Sunday, leaving just one field-goal try for Butker. He still hasn't missed a kick this season, and he's tied to one of the league's top offenses. He's an elite fantasy option headed into a Week 8 matchup at Denver.

    Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Outstanding in TNF win

    Butker converted all four of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during the Chiefs' 19-8 win over the Broncos on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Butker converted field goals of 52 and 60 yards out during Thursday night's win, and even some of his shorter kicks had to contend with heavy winds. The veteran kicker has been money for the Chiefs all season, as he hasn't missed a conversion on 15 field-goal attempts and 14 extra-point tries. Butker will work to keep up his momentum Week 7 against the Chargers.

    Published: Fri, Oct 13 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains perfect

    Butker made each of his field-goal attempts and all three extra-point tries in the Chiefs' 27-20 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: Butker has yet to miss this season, and Sunday, he hit field goals from 38 and 40 yards out. He's now 10-for-10 on the season and is one of 12 kickers who have yet to miss any kicks this season. The Georgia Tech product will be back on the field Thursday night for a Week 6 divisional clash against the Broncos.

    Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Helps team to victory

    Butker was perfect in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Jets, making all three of his field-goal tries and both of his extra-point attempts

    Analysis: Butker connected from 37 yards out twice, and his 26-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter gave the Chiefs a 23-20 lead they never relinquished. The Georgia Tech product remains perfect on the season after Sunday's performance, making all 11 of his PATs while improving to 8-for-8 on field goals. Next up for Butker is a Week 5 matchup with the Vikings.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays perfect

    Butker made all five of his extra-point tries and connected on both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 41-10 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Butker has yet to miss this season, and with makes from 41 and 38 yards out in Week 3, he is now 5-for-5 on the year on FGAs and has also drilled all nine extra-point tries. Next up for Butker is the Jets in Week 4.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 8:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect once again

    Butker made both of his extra-point tries and connected on his lone field-goal attempt in the Chiefs' 17-9 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

    Analysis: Butker's 38-yard make came midway through the fourth quarter, padding the Chiefs lead to eight and making the score 17-9. The veteran kicker is now 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts and 4-for-4 on PATs this season. Next up for Butker is the Bears in Week 3.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Week 1 loss

    Butker converted both of his field-goal attempts and both extra-point tries during Thursday's 21-20 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Butker is off to a strong start to kick of the 2023 season, though his accuracy wasn't enough to put the Chiefs on top in Thursday's narrow loss. Next week's road matchup against Jacksonville could be a more high-scoring affair for Kansas City, especially if Travis Kelce (knee) is back on the field to assist Patrick Mahomes and the passing game.

    Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes regular season strong

    Butker connected on his lone field-goal attempt and went 4-for-4 on point-after tries during Saturday's 31-13 win versus the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker nailed all five of his kicks to assist in the Chiefs earning the No. 1 seed -- aside from a playoff scenario that would result in the Bills and Chiefs playing at a neutral site. However, Butker finished the year with the lowest field-goal accuracy (75 percent), the fewest field-goal attempts (24) and the second-fewest extra-point tries of his career, resulting in his worst fantasy campaign. Butker wasn't particularly desirable as a fantasy kicker as a result, finishing outside the top 20…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 17 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to go

    Butker (back) is active for Saturday's contest against the Raiders, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.

    Analysis: There was some real concern Butker would ultimately miss the regular-season finale, but after an extensive warm-up, the veteran kicker is good to go. It's possible the Chiefs may have to go through this same sort of cadence next week if they're unable to claim the No. 1 seed and first-round bye.

    Published: Sat, Jan 7 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for Saturday's game

    Butker (back) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker wasn't included on the Chiefs' injury report to begin Week 18 before he was added to the report Wednesday, when a bout with back spasms prevented him from practicing. He took a step in the right direction Thursday by returning to practice as a limited participant, but the Chiefs aren't yet comfortable clearing Butker to play in the regular-season finale. According to Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star, head coach Andy Reid said after Thursday's session that "there's a chance" the team…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 5 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Butker (back) was on the practice field Thursday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: The extent of Butker participation is unknown, but his return to the field after dealing with back spasms Wednesday suggests he is making process in his recovery. The team has still yet to bring in another kicker, so it appears they may have some confidence in his ability to suit up Saturday against the Raiders.

    Published: Thu, Jan 5 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined due to back spasms

    Butker didn't practice Wednesday due to back spasms.

    Analysis: Butker wasn't listed on the injury report Tuesday, but his addition Wednesday suddenly clouds his availability for Saturday's game against the Raiders. Kansas City currently doesn't have another kicker on its 53-man roster or practice squad, but Matthew Wright, who saw action with the Chiefs earlier in the season, remains a free agent after being let go by Pittsburgh.

    Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slow night in kicking game

    Butker missed his only field goal attempt and all three of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: The Broncos' defense is a challenging fantasy matchup, which played a hand in Butker's relatively slow night in the kicking game. He hasn't quite converted in the kicking game at the same rate he has in every year prior, missing at a higher rate from both inside 50 yards and beyond than he has in any year prior. Butker's fantasy output has been relatively mediocre as a result, but he should remain a popular option as long as he is part of a Chiefs team led by Patrick Mahomes under center.

    Published: Tue, Jan 3 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one field goal

    Butker connected on his lone field-goal attempt and made all three of his extra-point attempts in Saturday's win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Butker's only field-goal attempt was good from 47 yards out late in the second quarter. The veteran kicker has now converted 77 percent of his field-goal attempts on the season, which is the lowest success rate of his career. Butker will look to be more efficient in Week 17 when the Chiefs host the Broncos.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misfires twice Sunday

    Butker connected on 1-for-2 field-goal attempts and 1-for-2 point-after tries during Sunday's 30-24 overtime win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Butker had missed just one kick over the previous four games, so Sunday's showing was a bit disappointing, especially for fantasy teams hoping for a significant playoff effort from him. For those still forging on, Butker and the Chiefs have a good matchup for an offensive explosion next week against a Seattle defense yielding the fourth-most points per game (25.4) this season.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails all six attempts

    Butker went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts and 4-for-4 on point-after tries during Sunday's 34-28 win against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Butker has missed just one kick over the last four games and has made multiple field goals in three of the last four. He remains one of the top options at the kicker spot in fantasy leagues and sees some good matchups over the season's final weeks.

    Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misfires on late game-tying kick

    Butker went 1-for-2 on field-goal attempts and 3-for-3 on point-after tries during Sunday's 27-24 loss against the Bengals.

    Analysis: Butker had a flawless 4-for-4 night going on kicks before he attempted a 55-yard field goal with less than four minutes remaining to knot up the game. Unfortunately, it sailed wide right, and the Chiefs didn't get another opportunity. That doesn't devalue Butker much from a fantasy standpoint. He's knocked home a combined eight field goals in the last three weeks.

    Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect again in kicking game

    Butker converted all four of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 26-10 victory over the Rams.

    Analysis: After an empty Week 10 showing, Butker has come back with his two biggest fantasy efforts of the year over the last pair of weeks, knocking home a combined seven field goals and five extra points. He hasn't missed a kick over that span, which is a good sign after he missed at least one in the four games prior. He remains one of the top fantasy options at the position, kicking behind a Chiefs offense that leads the league with 29.6 points per game.

    Published: Tue, Nov 29 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Key contributor on SNF

    Butker nailed all three field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 30-27 win versus the Chargers.

    Analysis: After going without a field-goal attempt last week, Butker took advantage of the opportunities he got Sunday night, knocking home two from inside 40 and one from beyond 50 yards in addition to his three extra-point conversions. Kicking behind the highest-scoring offense in the league, Butker should be rostered in almost all formats that include kickers.

    Published: Tue, Nov 22 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No field-goal tries in Week 10

    Butker went 3-for-4 on point-after tries during Sunday's 27-17 win versus Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Butker left both a point and a fantasy point on the board with his missed PAT, but it would have been a disappointing fantasy showing either way, mainly because the Chiefs never attempted a field goal when in scoring range. It's not exactly a case of going for it on fourth either; the Chiefs have gone for it on fourth just eight times in nine games, tying for the sixth-fewest fourth-down attempts in the NFL. Butker has attempted at least one field goal in every other game, and the early odds…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 15 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits game-winner despite struggles

    Butker connected on two of three field-goal attempts and missed his only extra-point try during Sunday's 20-17 overtime win over Tennessee.

    Analysis: After missing just once all year in 2021 from inside 50 yards, Butker has now missed twice from inside 50 in the last two games. He added a missed PAT on his only try in this one, likely leaving a sour taste in his mouth with his first miss on those this season. He's still just a few weeks back from an ankle issue that cost him some time, and Butker has a strong track record in Kansas City, so it's unlikely he's on the hot seat, and he's still kicking for one of the league best offenses in…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 8 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misfires once in seven kicks

    Butker went 0-for-1 on field-goal attempts and 6-for-6 on point-after tries during Sunday's 44-23 win against the 49ers.

    Analysis: Unfortunately, Butker's lone miss Sunday came on an attempt that counts for the most for fantasy purposes, but he at least knocked home all six of his extra-point tries to maintain some fantasy value. The Chiefs demonstrated their offensive prowess against one of the better defenses in the NFL, which bodes well for his outlook.

    Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Long make in return

    Butker made two of his three field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Butker returned from an ankle injury suffered in the season opener to drain a 62-yarder before halftime. While he went wide left with a 51-yard try to begin the third quarter, Butker rallied to make from 44 yards later on. Now that he's healthy again, look for Butker to resurface as one of the league's most productive kickers.

    Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be available Sunday

    Butker (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Bills.

    Analysis: As expected, Butker will be available Week 6 for the first time since spraining his ankle in the season opener. The Chiefs scored 42 points in an overtime win the last time these teams met in the 2021 postseason, so Butker should get plenty of opportunities during his first game back following a four-game absence.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully, should play Sunday

    Butker (ankle) practiced fully Thursday.

    Analysis: Butker has been sidelined since spraining his ankle Week 1, but he practiced without limitations Thursday and should be good to go for Sunday's game versus the Bills. Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub also said that he expects Butker to play this weekend barring any setbacks, per Adam Teicher of ESPN.com.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should return Sunday

    Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub said Thursday that Butker (ankle) is expected to play Sunday against the Bills if the kicker avoids any setbacks in practice over the next two days, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker hasn't played since spraining his left ankle Week 1, but he appears to be on the verge of a return. Per Nate Taylor of The Athletic, Butker was spotted Thursday doing his usual three-step routine on field goals, suggesting the injury isn't affecting how he approaches his kicks.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice Wednesday

    Butker (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game versus Buffalo, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

    Analysis: Butker hasn't played since he sprained his ankle Week 1, but his participation in practice Wednesday suggests he's nearing a return to the field. If the Chiefs decide to err on the side of caution and hold Butker out for Sunday's game, Matthew Wright would be slated to handle kicking duties in Butker's stead.

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will practice Wednesday

    Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said that Butker (ankle) will practice Wednesday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Butker has missed four straight games since suffering an ankle sprain during the season opener, but his participation in practice suggests he's getting close to making his return. If he's able to avoid a setback over the next few days, the veteran kicker should be ready to go for Sunday's matchup with the Bills.

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out once again

    Butker (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Raiders.

    Analysis: This comes as no surprise considering Butker was not able to practice all week. Expect Matthew Wright to once again taking over the kicking duties in a matchup that figures to have plenty of offense.

    Published: Sat, Oct 8 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice Friday

    Butker (ankle) didn't practice Friday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

    Analysis: Butker failed to practice for a second straight day ahead of Week 5 and appears to be trending towards a fourth straight absence due to an ankle sprain he suffered during the season opener. Matt Ammendola, who's now with the Cardinals, replaced Butker during his first two absences, but Matthew Wright got the job in Week 4, connecting on all seven of his kicks (two fields goals and five PATs). If Butker is ruled out for Monday's primetime matchup against the Raiders, Wright figures to be…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing again

    Butker (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker hasn't played since Week 1, when he suffered a sprained ankle. The fact that he's not practicing to begin Week 5 doesn't bode well for his early chances of suiting up Monday against the Raiders, but the Chiefs may wait until their final session of the week Saturday before ruling on Butker's status. If Butker remains out for another week, Matthew Wright, who made both of his field-goal attempts and all five point-after tries Week 4 against the Buccaneers, would likely be elevated from the…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out Sunday

    Butker (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: The Chiefs will elevate Matthew Wright from the practice squad in Butker's absence. Wright attempted 24 field goals with the Jaguars last season, converting nearly 88 percent of his tries, with all three misses coming from 40-plus yards.

    Published: Sat, Oct 1 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-time call for Week 4

    Butker (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Butker missed practice Thursday and Friday, but coach Andy Reid said the kicker's status nonetheless will come down to a game-time decision, per Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star. Fantasy managers who are hoping for Butker to play for the first time since the season opener should make sure to have room on the roster for potential replacement Matthew Wright, as alternatives will be limited with the Chiefs playing Sunday night.

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not present at practice Friday

    Butker (ankle) was not spotted during Friday's practice, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker has been sidelined for back-to-back games due to a sprained left ankle, and while he returned to practice in a limited fashion Wednesday, he's since missed back-to-back sessions. Special-teams coordinator Dave Toub suggested Thursday that Butker's status for Sunday's matchup against Tampa Bay would be a real game-time decision, so his availability likely won't be known until closer to Sunday's 8:20 PM ET kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in question for Week 4

    Butker (ankle) won't practice Thursday, and special teams coordinator Dave Toub suggested the kicker's status for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers could "come down right to the end" of the week, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out both of the Chiefs' past two games with a sprained left ankle, Butker practiced Wednesday in a limited fashion, but he was held out Thursday while still contending with some soreness. The Chiefs will see if Butker is able to get back on the practice field in some capacity Friday before giving him a designation for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. If Butker is forced to miss another game, Matthew Wright would likely be elevated from the practice squad to handle kicking…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing Wednesday

    Butker (ankle) is set to practice Wednesday, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

    Analysis: Butker was unable to practice last week before missing his second straight game, but his return to work Wednesday offers encouragement that he'll be able to kick this weekend against the Buccaneers in the absence of any setbacks. If Butker isn't ready to play Week 4, Matthew Wright is a candidate to be elevated from Kansas City's practice squad to handle kicking duties.

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 3

    Butker (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Colts, Adam Teicher of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Butker will miss a second consecutive game as a result of the ankle injury he sustained during Kansas City's season opener. Matt Ammendola filled in for Butker in Week 2 and should continue to do so against Indianapolis. Butker's next chance to play will come Week 4 against Tampa Bay.

    Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Thursday

    Butker (ankle) will not practice Thursday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker will miss a second straight day of practice having sat out Wednesday as well. The kicker's status for Week 3 against the Colts remains up in the air, as he appears to be a firm questionable for the contest. If he is unable to play, Matt Ammendola should handle kicking duties once again.

    Published: Thu, Sep 22 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Butker (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Butker suffered the injury during Kansas City's season opener but was able to return to that game before sitting out Week 2 against the Chargers. Head coach Andy Reid said Monday that the Chiefs will take a wait-and-see approach before deciding on Butker's status for Sunday's matchup against the Colts, but if the 27-year-old doesn't return to practice in some form this week, Matt Ammendola will likely continue to fill in as the team's placekicker.

    Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 9:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Coach noncommittal on Week 3 status

    Per coach Andy Reid, the Chiefs will take a wait-and-see approach before deciding on Butker's (ankle) status for Sunday's game against the Colts, Matt Derrick of Chiefs Digest reports.

    Analysis: Butker suffered the injury in Kansas City's season opener but was able to return to that game before sitting out in Week 2 against the Chargers. If the kicker sits out again in Week 3, Matt Ammendola will continue to fill in against the Colts.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Thursday

    Butker (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Butker sprained the ankle on his non-kicking leg during Kansas City's season-opening win over the Cardinals this past Sunday. In his absence Week 2, the Chiefs are expected to use former Jet Matt Ammendola as their kicker, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. While he lacks Butker's experience or reliability, Ammendola benefits from being attached to one of the top offenses in football, making him a viable Week 2 fantasy option.

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice

    Butker (ankle) didn't practice Tuesday.

    Analysis: Though Butker wasn't forced to exit the Week 1 win over the Cardinals and converted a 54-yard field goal and all four of his extra-point tries, the 27-year-old is still nursing an ankle sprain that left him unable to handle kickoffs. The Chiefs are currently viewing Butker as day-to-day, but he'll likely need to practice in some capacity Wednesday to play in Thursday's game against the Chargers. The Chiefs signed Matt Ammendola to their practice squad Monday, and he would presumably be elevated…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Managing left ankle sprain

    Kansas City head coach Andy Reid confirmed Tuesday that Butker is dealing with a left ankle sprain and is considered day-to-day as Thursday's game against the Chargers approaches, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports. "We'll just see how that goes," Reid said of Butker. "He's got some swelling. He's a tough kid."

    Analysis: Butker played through the injury in Sunday's 44-21 win over the Cardinals, converting on all four of his extra-point tries in addition to a 54-yard field-goal attempt. However, despite his long-range conversion, the ankle sprain apparently kept Butker from being able to kick at his maximum distance, as Kansas City turned to safety Justin Reid to handle kickoffs from the first quarter onward. The team listed Butker as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report and will likely wait…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays through ankle issue

    Butker converted his only field goal attempt and all four of his extra-point tries while playing through an ankle injury during Sunday's 44-21 win versus Arizona.

    Analysis: Butker briefly left the contest due to the ankle injury but eventually returned and finished the game. He was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, so he's not guaranteed to be available for Kansas City's matchup with the Chargers on Thursday in Week 2.

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on estimated injury report

    Butker (ankle) was estimated as a non-participant on Kansas City's injury report Monday, though the team did not formally practice, Matt McMullen of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Butker had to be carted off the field after he suffered an ankle injury on a kickoff during Sunday's season-opening win against the Cardinals. The 27-year-old was able to return for a successful 54-yard field-goal attempt just before the end of the first half, so it appears that this issue did not limit his overall kicking capabilities. If he is available heading into the team's Thursday night matchup against the Chargers, then Butker should reprise placekicking duties while likely either…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to game

    Butker (ankle) returned to Sunday's game against the Cardinals late in the second quarter, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker was carted off the field in the first quarter of Sunday's season opener due to an ankle injury, but he made a 54-yard field goal with his ankle taped up shortly before halftime. Although Justin Reid handled most of the kicking duties for Kansas City in the first half, it appears as though Butker will be available for the remainder of the game if needed.

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Carted off field

    Butker (ankle) was carted off the field Sunday against the Cardinals, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports. He's officially questionable to return.

    Analysis: The nature and significance of Butker's injury is still unknown, but being carted off the field would typically signify something significant. With Butker out, safety Justin Reid successfully kicked an extra-point attempt for the Chiefs, and he's also handling kickoffs.

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes all three kicks Thursday

    Butker (ankle) made both extra-point tries and his only field-goal attempt during Thursday's preseason win versus the Packers.

    Analysis: Butker missed practice on Aug. 15 due to ankle soreness, but he proceeded to log every kicker rep in the Chiefs' final two exhibitions, exhibiting his health ahead of the regular season. Since Patrick Mahomes became the team's full-time starting quarterback in 2018, Butker has averaged 51.3 made PATs and 27 made FGAs per campaign, which equates to 8.3 points per game.

    Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with sore ankle

    Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Butker missed Monday's practice due to a sore ankle, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Butker has made at least 89 percent of his field goals in all five of his seasons with Kansas City and is signed through the 2023 campaign. While the issue isn't expected to be serious, the Chiefs may opt to sign an emergency kicker for Saturday's preseason matchup with Washington.

    Published: Mon, Aug 15 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another impressive kicking campaign

    Butker closed out the regular season Saturday versus the Broncos hitting both of his field-goal tries and both of his extra-point attempts.

    Analysis: Butker posted another fabulous campaign from a kicking standpoint in 2021, connecting on 89.3 percent of his field-goal attempts and all but two of his 49 extra-point attempts. His kicking volume hasn't been on quite the level it was earlier in his career, when he attempted 42 field goals in 2017 and 38 field goals in 2019, finishing out the year tied for 18th in makes (25) while finishing 21st in attempts (28). He did salvage some value by finishing fifth among kickers in extra-point…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 11 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Late field goal not enough

    Butker connected on his lone field-goal attempt and all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Butker had multiple made field goals in seven straight games prior to his absence last week after landing on the reserve/COVID-19 list. It was a disappointing return to action for Butker, whose game-tying kick late in the fourth quarter wasn't enough to keep the Bengals from picking up the win. He will aim to finish out the regular season strong this week against the Broncos.

    Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    Kansas City activated Butker (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.

    Analysis: Butker sat out the Chiefs' Week 16 win over the Steelers after testing positive for the virus, but he's now back on the active roster following a nine-day isolation period. While filling in for Butker last week, Elliott Fry went 3-for-4 on field-goal attempts and 3-for-4 on point-after attempts. Fry has since been released, clearing the way for Butker to reclaim kicking duties.

    Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't be available Week 16

    Butker (illness) won't be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of the Chiefs' Week 16 game against the Steelers after he tested positive for the virus Monday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Though vaccinated players that test positive for the virus are eligible to be removed from the NFL's COVID-19 protocol in as little as one day if asymptomatic, unvaccinated players that test positive are subject to automatic 10-day quarantines. While head coach Andy Reid hasn't officially ruled Butker out, Sweeney's report confirms that the kicker is following the protocol for unvaccinated players, making him ineligible to play Sunday. The Chiefs already telegraphed that Butker won't be…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID-19 list

    Butker was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday after testing positive for the virus.

    Analysis: Butker was one of a handful of Chiefs players to be deactivated Monday due to a positive COVID-19 tests. He'll be eligible to play Week 16 against the Steelers if he's vaccinated and is asymptomatic of the virus, but for now, Butker's status is in flux. Elliott Fry, who was signed to the Chiefs' practice squad last week, would be the most likely candidate to join the active roster if Butker isn't cleared to play against Pittsburgh.

    Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racking up kicks

    Butker converted both of his field-goal attempts and all six of his extra-point tries in Sunday's blowout win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker's fantasy value greatly benefits from the Chiefs' recent offensive surge, as he's attempted a combined 13 kicks over the past two games and 26 over the past four. The Chiefs seem to be peaking at the right time for fantasy managers and the team alike, with fantasy playoffs kicking off this week in many leagues and the NFL's playoffs only five weeks away.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Connects on four of five kicks

    Butker connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and one of his two extra-point tries Sunday against the Broncos.

    Analysis: After missing just one kick through the first nine weeks, Butker has misfired at least once in each of the last three contests. He still hasn't missed on a field goal from inside of 40 yards at this point and has just two missed PATs on his 2021 resume, so there isn't much to worry about at this point. On a positive note, Butker has attempted three or more field goals in each of the last three games after trying no more than two through the first nine games, so there's a reason for optimism…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 7 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses two kicks

    Butker missed one of three field-goal attempts and one of two extra-point tries in Sunday's 19-9 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Butker started by missing his opening PAT, but he subsequently converted a 37-yard field goal on Kansas City's next drive. After a PAT and a 53-yard make next, Butker ended by going wide right on a 51-yard attempt. Overall, it was a shaky performance from the veteran, who has now missed at least one kick in back-to-back games going into the bye week.

    Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picking up steam despite misfire

    Butker finished 2-for-3 on field goals and 5-for-5 on extra-point attempts Sunday versus the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker's miss Sunday evening marked just his second of the season and his first from inside of 50 yards. On the positive side of things, the Chiefs' offense seems to be headed in the right direction again, giving Butker a season-high eight combined kicking attempts between field goals and extra points Sunday. With Dallas up next, the Chiefs will likely need to light up the scoreboard again in a battle of two high-powered offenses.

    Published: Tue, Nov 16 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another clean kicking effort

    Butker nailed his two field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try Sunday versus the Packers.

    Analysis: Butker has just one misfire in the kicking game all season, and that came on an attempt from more than 50 yards away. He's one of the more reliable kickers at this point, though the Chiefs' offense has been a bit of a letdown this season, shrinking his opportunities to post fantasy points.

    Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deposits game-winning kick

    Butker knocked home both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point attempts Monday versus the Giants.

    Analysis: Butker's fantasy value hasn't been quite on the level that was expected with the Chiefs' offense struggling to rack up points consistently. His kicks Monday included a clutch make from 34 yards with just over a minute left, which proved to be the game-winning tally. The offense may need to kick it into gear next week, however, to keep pace with a streaking Packers squad, which could lead to more kicks for Butker.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • First misfire of season

    Butker connected on one of his two field-goal attempts Sunday versus the Titans.

    Analysis: Butker missed his first kick of the season late in the third quarter Sunday, missing a 57-yard attempt that had little impact on a game sporting a 27-3 score at the time. It was an uncharacteristically poor showing from the Chiefs' offense this week, but the team should have a good chance to bounce back next week versus the Giants.

    Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still unscathed on kicks

    Butker nailed his lone field-goal attempt and knocked home all four of his extra-point attempts Sunday versus Washington.

    Analysis: Butker connected on his second attempt of 50-plus yards in as many weeks and has yet to misfire on a kick this season, going 6-for-6 on field goals and 23-for-23 on extra points. He could have a good amount of chances on tap this week versus a Tennessee defense allowing 26.8 points per game, ninth-most in the league.

    Published: Tue, Oct 19 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes all four kicks

    Butker made both his field-goal attempts and both his extra-point tries in Sunday night's 38-20 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Butker converted from 38 yards to open the scoring before drilling a 54-yarder to end the first half. With eight points total Sunday, he brought his season tally to 34 through five games, surprisingly leaving him in the middle of the pack among kickers league-wide thus far.

    Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect on PATs

    Butker did not attempt a field goal but made all six of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 42-30 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Butker now has two games without a field-goal attempt this season, restricting his output despite the supporting role he plays to Kansas City's high-powered offense. With only three field goals through four games, he sports just 26 points thus far, but Butker at least hasn't missed a single one of his 20 total attempts.

    Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Extends perfect kicking streak

    Butker nailed his lone field-goal attempt and all three of his extra-point attempts Sunday against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Butker has just three field-goal attempts through three games but has made all of them and has added 11 extra-point tries, making him a perfect 14-for-14 on kicks thus far. His perfection streak extends through the final two postseason contests last year as well, so Butker has gone five straight without missing a kick of any kind. The Chiefs offense goes up against an Eagles squad in Week 4 that just surrendered 41 points to the Cowboys on Monday night, so there could be more kicking…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still perfect on kicks

    Butker nailed all of his five extra-point attempts Sunday against the Ravens.

    Analysis: Butker didn't have the most fantasy-friendly day considering he didn't attempt a field goal, but he at least salvaged it a bit by making all of his five extra-point tries on the drives the Chiefs finished with touchdowns. He's still a valuable fantasy commodity among kickers given his accuracy and the fact that he's backing one of the best offenses in the league.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes all five kicks Week 1

    Butker was a perfect 2-for-2 on field goals and 3-for-3 on extra points during Sunday's 33-29 win against the Browns.

    Analysis: Butker didn't get much work in the first half as the Chiefs mustered just 10 points by intermission. Patrick Mahomes and company picked up the pace after halftime, though, and Butker ended up finishing Week 1 with a respectable nine points. Butker nailed a relative chip shot from 28 yards out for Kansas City's first three points of the season and later added a 43-yarder, which was a good sign after he was just 3-for-5 from 40-49 yards a year ago. He'll look for another productive performance…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 8:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies all of Chiefs' points

    Butker connected on all three of his field-goal attempts during Sunday's Super Bowl LV loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Butker did his best to reward the Chiefs' drives into Tampa Bay territory, connecting on two field goals from 49-plus yards out on football's biggest stage. Unfortunately, Butker's first-quarter field goal to open the scoring was the only time Kansas City held the lead all night. He closed out the postseason 7-for-8 on field goals and 6-for-7 on extra-point tries. Butker remains under contract through the 2024 season and figures to be one of the top fantasy kicking options again next season.

    Published: Mon, Feb 8 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in conference clincher

    Butker made his only field-goal attempt and all five of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 38-24 win over the Bills in the AFC Championship Game.

    Analysis: Butker converted from 45 yards on his lone field goal, which, along with a handful of PATs, helped him rebound from missing twice in the divisional round. After that performance, the kicker should be confident ahead of his team's return to Tampa Bay to play in the Super Bowl. In his Week 12 outing at Raymond James Stadium, Butker made all five of his kicks for nine total points.

    Published: Fri, Jan 29 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses twice in win

    Butker missed one of his four field-goal attempts and one of his two extra-point tries in Sunday's 22-17 AFC divisional-round win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Butker converted from 50, 28 and 33 yards, but he missed his first PAT and hit the left upright with a 33-yarder to begin the second half. Despite putting together another double-digit point outing, Butker has now missed 10 kicks this season, giving him some vulnerability heading into Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Bills.

    Published: Mon, Jan 18 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to PATs

    Butker did not attempt a field goal but made all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 38-21 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Butker's opportunities were limited with Kansas City's offense resting its most explosive players. With three points Sunday, Butker finished the regular season with 123 total, placing him 11th league-wide among kickers but marking a new low over his four years to date.

    Published: Tue, Jan 5 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal usage in Week 16

    Butker knocked home his lone field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point attempts in Week 16 versus the Falcons.

    Analysis: Butker's run of perfection in the kicking game extended to six straight games Sunday, with Butker going 10-for-10 on field goals and 18-for-18 on extra points over that span. He should have a few opportunities to add to his perfect streak in the regular-season finale, but it's worth noting that the Chiefs could rest some of the usual starters with the No. 1 seed in the AFC already locked up.

    Published: Tue, Dec 29 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues perfect stretch

    Butker connected on his lone field-goal attempt and all three of his extra points Sunday versus the Saints.

    Analysis: Butker has not missed a kick in any of the last five games, hitting true on all nine of his field-goal attempts and 16 of his extra-point tries. He remains a viable fantasy option in the last two weeks of the regular season, but it's worth noting he has topped two field-goal attempts just once over the last five games.

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Does what's asked of him

    Butker knocked home his lone field-goal attempt and all of his four extra-point attempts Sunday versus the Dolphins.

    Analysis: While Butker's minimal usage as a field-goal kicker won't help win any fantasy leagues, he at least made his lone attempt of the day and added some extra value by converting all of his four extra-point tries. He has gone four straight weeks without misfiring on a kick after missing at least one in six of the eight games between Weeks 2 and 9. The Chiefs round out the season with a trio of opponents that are allowing average to above-average production from opposing fantasy kickers, so Butker…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Connects on five field goals

    Butker nailed all five of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's game versus the Broncos.

    Analysis: Butker was called on for more than three attempts for the first time all season Sunday thanks to a stingy Broncos defense, and he made more than two kicks for just the third time. He only attempted one extra point on the day but served as the team's primary source of scoring, accounting for 15 of the team's 22 points on the board. With some potentially high-scoring contests rounding out the 2020 season, Butker could be in line for a strong fantasy finish.

    Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in kicking game

    Butker knocked home both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point attempts Sunday versus the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: After a pair of zero field-goal attempt games in two of the previous three weeks, Butker made his mark again Sunday, which he needed to in a three-point win. He remains one of the best fantasy kicker options behind the league's second-highest scoring offense (31.6 points per game).

    Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another barren field goal day

    Butker didn't attempt a field goal but knocked home all of his five extra-point attempts during Sunday's game versus the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker has now attempted no field goals in two of the last three games after attempting at least one in each of the first seven contests and a total of 14 over that span. He was at least perfect on his extra-point tries and could be needed more frequently next week versus a Tampa Bay squad coming off of a tough loss Monday to the Rams.

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid scoring day despite misses

    Butker tallied two field goals and three extra points Sunday versus the Panthers.

    Analysis: On the downside of Butker's stat line is that he misfired on a pair of kicks, so there were potential points left off the board yet again. The fourth-year kicker missed from inside of 50 yards just once all of last season but has already done so twice and has missed six extra-point attempts after knocking home 45 of 48 in 2019. While both present a mild concern, it's not enough of an issue at this point to worry about his job security.

    Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Easy day in kicking game

    Butker knocked home all five of his extra-point attempts Sunday versus the Jets.

    Analysis: Butker didn't have to attempt a field goal Sunday in what turned into a lopsided affair, but he at least busted a string of missed extra-point attempts in four of the last five games. Next up is a Carolina defense that has held opponents to 27 or fewer points in each of the last six games, though there aren't many teams who can match the Chiefs' offense.

    Published: Tue, Nov 3 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big day in kicking game

    Butker nailed all three of his field-goal attempts and knocked home four of his five extra-point attempts Sunday versus the Broncos.

    Analysis: Butker continues to be accurate on field-goal attempts, missing just one of his first 14 through seven games, but he continues to work through some issues on extra-point tries, having missed one in each of the last five games he has attempted one. Despite the minor struggles in that department, Butker's ability to clean up drives with field goals should continue to pay the biggest dividends from a fantasy standpoint.

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another PAT

    Butker finished Monday's game versus the Bills 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts while connecting on just two of his three extra-point tries.

    Analysis: While Butker has misfired on just one field goal through the first six weeks, he's begun a troubling trend of missing on extra-point attempts, missing one in four of the last five contests. Fortunately, it hasn't cost the Chiefs a game to date, but it's something to monitor as the season progresses. Kansas City is averaging north of 29 points per contest through the first six, so there is plenty of reason to believe Butker will continue to get his opportunities in the kicking game.

    Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to form

    Butker knocked home his lone field-goal attempt and each of his three extra-point attempts Sunday versus the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker had some recent struggles with extra points, missing one in each of the last three contests, so his return to form Sunday should calm any potential concerns in that department. Next up is a Bills defense that may be able to slow down the Chiefs enough to force additional field-goal attempts in Week 6.

    Published: Tue, Oct 13 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearly perfect Monday

    Butker knocked home both of his field-goal attempts and two of his three field-goal attempts Monday versus the Patriots.

    Analysis: Butker has surprisingly misfired on an extra-point attempt in each of the last three weeks after missing just three of his 48 attempts last season. On the plus side, he was perfect on field goals, which are much more valuable from a fantasy perspective. Butker has attempted at least two field goals in three of the four games and should continue to see ample attempts behind a high-powered Chiefs offense.

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncharacteristic Week 3 outing

    Butker missed his only field goal attempt as well as one of his four extra-point tries in Monday night's 34-20 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Butker followed his Week 2 heroics with an unusually poor performance. He not only went wide left on his first PAT attempt, but also missed the same way on a 42-yard field goal prior to halftime. Through three games, Butker has now misfired on a pair of extra points, with Monday's inaccurate attempt contributing toward a season-low of four points total.

    Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails game-winner

    Butker was a perfect 3-for-3 on field goals, including a game-winning kick from 58 yards out in overtime, Sunday versus the Chargers.

    Analysis: The only blemish on his record was a blocked PAT, which marked the first miss of any kind so far this season in his kicking game. Even more impressive, Butker hit a pair of kicks from beyond 50 yards Sunday, which can pay major dividends in some fantasy formats. Kansas City's road doesn't get any easier with the Ravens on tap in Week 3 -- this is an opponent that could limit field-goal attempts.

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect to start season

    Butker connected on both of his field-goal attempts and all four of his extra-point attempts in Thursday's opener versus the Texans.

    Analysis: Butker didn't face any particularly challenging kicks to open the 2020 season, but he seems well on his way to another solid showing fueled by an explosive Kansas City offense.

    Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 4:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads NFL in field goals

    Butker finished 2019 with a league-high 34 field goals made and finished third for extra-point makes (45) behind Justin Tucker (57) and Wil Lutz (48).

    Analysis: Butker missed just one field-goal attempt from inside of 50 yards all season, but he did misfire on three extra-point tries. He has five more years remaining on his contract with the Chiefs, and there is nothing to suggest he's falling off in any way. Given his spot on a high-powered Kansas City squad, Butker should be one of the first kickers off the board in 2020 drafts.

    Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Decent kicking day

    Butker made both of his field-goal attempts and two of his three extra-point attempts Sunday against the Bears.

    Analysis: Butker has now missed three PATs on the season but continues to convert field goals at a high percentage, knocking home at least 89 percent in each of his first three seasons. Butker added another make from 50-plus Sunday, upping his season percentage to 50 from 50 or beyond. From inside the 50, Butker has been superb, nailing 30 of his 31 attempts.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails three more field goals

    Butker converted all three of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's game against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Butker didn't attempt an extra-point on the day, as the first touchdown resulted in a botched snap by punter Dustin Colquitt, and the second was a two-point conversion to make up the lost points. Even with a tough Bears defense up next, the Chiefs offense should move the ball enough to get Butker tries again in Week 16.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 2:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big Week 14 kicking day

    Butker punched home all three of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point attempts Sunday against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Butker continues to lead the way for points scored among kickers, notching 28 field goals made and 39 extra-point conversions to total 123 points. The third-year kicker has missed just one try inside of 50 yards all season and should continue to provide plenty of fantasy value working as the kicker for the high-powered Chiefs offense.

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 2:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Flawless in Week 13

    Butker nailed his only field-goal attempt and all five of his extra-point attempts Sunday against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Butker has missed just four field goals all season, but he was just 1-for-4 from 50-plus yards out prior to Sunday's attempt. After attempting only two field goals combined in the last two weeks, Butker could be in line for more work next week versus a stingy New England defense.

    Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect on slow offensive night

    Butker knocked home his only field-goal attempt and all three of his extra points Monday against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Scoring was scarce to come by Monday in Mexico City, but Butker took advantage of his minimal opportunities in the kicking game. The NFL's top kicker in terms of points has a bye week on tap before the Chiefs return to action in Week 13 to face an Oakland defense surrendering 25.0 points per game.

    Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 7:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-tying field goal blocked

    Butker nailed four of his five field-goal attempts and two of his three extra-point attempts Sunday against the Titans.

    Analysis: Butker was perfect on field goals when he took the field for a game-tying attempt with just three seconds remaining. Unfortunately, that didn't go well, with the Titans blocking his 52-yard attempt as time expired. The final missed kick doesn't detract from his solid overall fantasy day, and there's a good chance he will continue seeing opportunities to kick with Patrick Mahomes piloting a high-powered Chiefs offense.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails game-winner as time expires

    Butker hit on all four of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point attempts Sunday against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Butker's last two field goals were the biggest of the day, as he nailed a 54-yard attempt with less than three minutes left to tie it and a 44-yard attempt to win it as the clock ticked to all zeros. He's knocked home 86 percent (19-for-22) of his field-goal attempts on the year, with two of his three misses coming from 50-plus yards out.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 10:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Rankings

  • Bye Week10
  • Rank14
  • % Rostered67.2
  • % Change-1.0
  • WK 15 Pts7.00
  • WK 16 Proj. Pts8.36

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