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  • Accounts for four points in loss

    Gay made his lone field-goal attempt and his only extra-point try in Sunday's loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Gay's field goal came from 44 yards out, and the veteran kicker has now made 11 of 15 field-goal attempts and all 21 of his extra-point tries through nine games this season. In a down season for the Washington offense, Gay has minimal fantasy value, especially while Jayden Daniels (elbow) is injured.

    Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited action in Week 9

    Gay did not attempt a field goal while making both of his extra-point tries in Sunday night's 38-14 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Gay was back in action in Week 9 after missing one contest with a back injury, going without a field-goal try for the second straight game in which he's started. The kicker has had an inconsistent campaign in terms of workload and production, and he has now gone 10-for-14 on field-goal attempts, including 4-for-7 from 50-plus yards, while making all 20 of his PATs over eight games this year.

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear for Week 9

    Gay (back) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest against the Seahawks, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay didn't practice last Saturday due to a back injury and then was ruled out ahead of Monday's eventual loss at Kansas City. Matthew Wright filled in for Gay and connected on his only kick (a PAT), but the former reverted to the practice squad Tuesday and was promptly cut, signaling that Gay was set to return to action Week 9. After progressing from no activity Wednesday to limited Thursday and then full Friday, Gay has done just that and will resume placekicking duties for the Commanders on…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets back to limited Thursday

    Gay (back) was limited at Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Gay missed the final session of Week 8 prep due to a back injury and then was ruled out ahead of Monday's eventual loss at Kansas City. Matthew Wright stepped in for Gay and made his only kick (a PAT), but the latter's return to practice three days later is a sign of progress for the seventh-year pro. Gay's listing on Friday's practice report will reveal whether or not he has a chance to play Sunday versus the Seahawks.

    Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday that Gay (back) will not practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gay was a late scratch for Washington's loss to the Chiefs on Monday, which prompted the team to sign Matthew Wright to the practice squad and elevate him for game day. Wright did not attempt a field goal and made his only extra-point try during the loss to Kansas City, and he'll stand to be elevated again versus the Seahawks on Sunday if Gay isn't able to return to full health in time to play Week 9.

    Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for MNF

    Gay (back) has been downgraded to out for Monday's game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Gay will miss Week 8 due to a lingering back injury, with Washington instead elevating Matthew Wright from the practice squad to handle placekicker duties. It remains to be seen whether Gay's injury could force him to miss any more time, but his next chance to take the field will come Week 9 at home against the Seahawks on Sunday, Nov. 2.

    Published: Mon, Oct 27 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 8

    Gay didn't practice Saturday due to a back injury and is listed as questionable for Monday's game at Kansas City.

    Analysis: Gay was a late addition to the Commanders' Week 8 injury report, as he didn't have any practice limitations prior to Saturday. Washington currently doesn't roster another kicker, even on its practice squad, so the team would need to sign one before Monday's game as insurance in the event Gay isn't able to suit up.

    Published: Sat, Oct 25 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two extra points in loss

    Gay went 2-for-2 on extra-point tries in Sunday's 44-22 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: The kicker did not get a chance to attempt a field goal. Gay has yet to miss an extra point this year, going 18-for-18, though he has missed four field goals (10-for-14).

    Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 7:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Imperfect in Week 6

    Gay went 1-for-2 on field-goal attempts and made all three of his PATs in Monday night's 25-24 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: Gay hit the left upright on a 50-yard field-goal try in the second quarter, missing his first kick since Week 3. The kicker later added a make from 53 yards to finish off the Commanders' first drive of the second half. Gay has gone 10-for-14 on field-goal attempts, including 4-for-7 from 50-plus yards, while making all 16 of his extra-point tries over six games this year.

    Published: Mon, Oct 13 at 8:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    Gay hit both field-goal attempts and all three extra-point tries in Sunday's 27-10 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: The kicker's longest field-goal in the game was just 36 yards, but he was reliable and has been the last two weeks after missing three field goals total in Weeks 2 and 3. Gay has not yet missed an extra point, going 13-for-13, in 2025. With Jayden Daniels back under center for the Commanders, Gay should get plenty of scoring opportunities.

    Published: Sun, Oct 5 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Connects on all four field goals

    Gay went 4-for-4 on field-goal attempts and made his lone extra-point try during the Commanders' 34-27 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: Gay helped the Commanders keep pace with the Falcons when the offense stalled outside of the red zone, connecting on field goals from 43, 52, 41 and 42 yards in Sunday's loss. It was the fifth time in Gay's career that he made at least five field goals, and it was a nice bounce-back performance after he went 3-for-6 across Washington's prior two games.

    Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 5:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two FGAs in Week 3

    Gay went 2-for-3 on field-goal attempts and made five PATs in Sunday's 41-24 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Gay missed a 37-yard field goal wide right in the first quarter, but he later rebounded with makes from 46 yards and 56 yards in the second quarter, the latter of which was as time expired in the first half. The kicker has now gone 3-for-6 on field-goal tries, while making all nine of his extra-point attempts over three games this season.

    Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 6:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles from distance continue

    Gay made one of three field-goal attempts and connected on his only PAT try in Thursday's 27-18 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Gay made a 51-yard field-goal attempt but then missed from 58 and 52, continuing his struggles from 50-plus yards out after making only three of nine such kicks in 2024 with the Colts. Washington had a surprisingly tough time moving the ball Thursday, netting only 230 yards of total offense. Gay's lack of accuracy from distance coupled with modest offensive output from the Commanders isn't a formula for fantasy success.

    Published: Fri, Sep 12 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes three PATs in win

    Gay did not attempt a field goal and made a three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 21-6 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Gay signed with the Commanders in the offseason, taking over as the starting kicker in Washington after spending the last two seasons with the Colts. Gay had a rather uneventful debut with the team, but he'll have another shot at making a bigger impact in Thursday's matchup with the Packers in Green Bay.

    Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 6:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • New kicker for Commanders

    Gay signed a one-year, $4.25 million contract with Washington on Tuesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay's deal is fully guaranteed and reportedly coincides with the release of veteran incumbent Zane Gonzalez. Across 16 regular-season appearances with Indianapolis in 2024, Gay converted 31 of 37 field-goal attempts (84 percent), with all six of his misses coming from 50-plus yards out. He also converted all 33 of his extra-point tries.

    Published: Tue, Apr 29 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Released by Indianapolis

    The Colts released Gay on Thursday.

    Analysis: Gay inked a four-year, $22.5 million deal with Indianapolis in 2023 and was reliable as a kicker from inside 50 in 2024, so his release comes as a surprise. The decision to move on from Gay is seemingly related to the fact that he missed six of his nine field-goal attempts from 50-plus yards out last year, recording an 80 percent conversion rate overall (31 of 37) across 16 regular-season appearances. The transaction leaves Spencer Shrader as the only kicker on the Colts' roster.

    Published: Thu, Apr 10 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reliable from inside 50 in 2024

    Gay connected on 31 of 37 field-goal attempts and all 33 extra-point tries across 16 regular-season games this season.

    Analysis: All six of Gay's misses came from 50 yards or longer. Gay, in his sixth season, made at least 80 percent of his field-goal tries for the fifth year in a row. He has also missed just one extra point in two seasons and 33 regular-season games with the Colts since signing a four-year, $22.5 million deal in 2023.

    Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 6:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses 54-yard field goal

    Gay went 2-for-3 on field-goal attempts and converted all three of his extra-point tries during the Colts' 45-33 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gay got the Colts on the board late in the first quarter with a 32-yard field goal, but he missed his next attempt from 54 yards out early in the second frame. He bounced back with a 29-yard chip shot later in the second quarter, and his next three kicks came on extra-point attempts. Gay is now 27-for-32 on field-goal attempts and 31-for-31 on extra-point tries through 15 regular-season games.

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores eight points against Titans

    Gay went 1-for-2 on his field-goal attempts and made all five of his extra-point tries during the Colts' 38-30 win over the Titans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gay entered Sunday's game with a questionable tag due to a neck injury, but he was cleared during pregame warmups. He connected on a 31-yard field goal late in the second quarter to give the Colts a 10-point lead, but his 55-yard field-goal attempt early in the fourth quarter that would've put Indianapolis up by 19 points sailed right. Gay had gone 10-for-10 on field-goal tries over the Colts' five games prior to Sunday's AFC South clash, and through 14 regular-season contests he's gone…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active versus Titans

    Gay, who had been listed as questionable with a neck injury, is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Titans.

    Analysis: After not practicing Wednesday and Thursday, Gay practiced fully Friday, setting the stage for the kicker to be available for Sunday's contest. In 13 games this season, Gay has recorded 95 points, while connecting on 24 of his 27 field-goal attempts and all 23 of his extra-point tries, a pace that puts him on the fantasy radar in deeper leagues ahead of the next wave of Week 16 action.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 16

    Gay (neck) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.

    Analysis: After logging a pair of DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday, Gay was able to practice fully Friday, suggesting he's looking good for Sunday. After a down 2023 season in which he made just 80.5 percent of his field-goal attempts, Gay has righted the ship again this season, making 24 of 27 field-goal attempts and all 23 of his extra-point tries. The Colts don't currently employ another kicker.

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't practice Thursday

    Gay (neck) did not participate in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Gay has now logged consecutive DNPs to start the week due to a neck injury he may have picked up during the Colts' Week 15 loss to the Broncos. If the Colts sign a placekicker to the practice squad, that would indicate that Gay is in jeopardy of being sidelined for Sunday's game against the Titans.

    Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing neck injury

    Gay didn't practice Wednesday due to a neck injury.

    Analysis: Gay converted both of his field-goal attempts and made his lone point-after try in the Colts' Week 15 loss to the Broncos, but he appears to have emerged from the game with the neck injury. Indianapolis doesn't have another kicker on its practice squad or active roster, so the team may need to add one if Gay is unable to practice again Thursday. Regardless, Gay's participation Thursday and Friday will provide the best indication of whether he can suit up Sunday, when the Colts face the Titans.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Accurate in road loss

    Gay made both of his two field-goal tries and converted his only extra-point attempt during Sunday's 31-13 loss at Denver.

    Analysis: Gay didn't see a ton of action on a day where the Colts turned the football over five times, but he did extend his streak of games without a missed kick to five. He's been a bright spot for Indianapolis this season, but he'll need his team to hold onto the ball if he's going to put up big fantasy numbers in Week 16 versus the Titans.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 7:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes only field-goal try Sunday

    Gay converted his only field-goal attempt while going 2-for-2 on PATs in Sunday's 25-24 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Gay made a chip-shot 25-yard field goal in the third quarter, giving Indianapolis a 17-16 advantage at that point. It was the first contest since Week 3 that Gay did not make multiple field goals, ending a nine-game streak for the kicker. Gay has now gone 22-for-25 on field-goal tries while making all 22 of his extra-point attempts in 2024.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Provides Indy's only points Sunday

    Gay made both of his two field-goal tries during Sunday's 24-6 loss versus the Lions.

    Analysis: On a day where the Colts were only able to muster 268 yards of total offense, scoring opportunities were few for their kicker. Gay knocked through two chip shots in the first half, but he didn't get any more chances in the second. Indianapolis will travel to take on New England's inconsistent defense in Week 13.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 7:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails three field goals in win

    Gay went 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts while making his only extra-point try in Sunday's 28-27 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Gay was once again able to make multiple field goals in Week 11, marking the eighth consecutive contest that he's done so. The kicker most notably made a 56-yarder Sunday and he's now made 19 of 22 field-goal tries this season, including four makes from over 50 yards.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two field goals Sunday

    Gay made both of his field-goal tries and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's Week 10 loss to Buffalo.

    Analysis: Gay wasn't really challenged, as his field goals came from 27 and 23 yards, respectively, but he nonetheless did his job in making all four of his kicks. The veteran placekicker has made multiple field goals in each of his past seven contests, giving him a solid floor in fantasy leagues. However, he's gone just 2-for-5 on attempts of 50-plus yards this year after making 15 of 22 tries from that distance across the previous two campaigns.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Imperfect in loss

    Gay made two of his three field-goal tries and converted his only extra-point attempt during Sunday's 21-13 loss at Minnesota.

    Analysis: Gay made multiple field goals for his sixth consecutive game in Week 9, but the struggles from long range he dealt with early in the season resurfaced Sunday when he hooked a 53-yard try left late in the second quarter. He'll be kicking in a dome again in Week 10 when Indianapolis hosts the Bills.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Week 8

    Gay went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts and made both of his extra-point tries in the Colts' 23-20 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gay was once again perfect in Week 8, nailing a 46-yard field goal in the first quarter and a 37-yarder in the third. Through seven games in 2024, the kicker has gone 12-for-13 on field goals and a perfect 16-for-16 on PATs.

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy in close win

    Gay made all three of his field-goal attempts and converted his only extra-point try in Sunday's 16-10 win versus the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Gay started the scoring for Indianapolis at the end of the first half with a 52-yard field goal, his first make from 50-plus yards this season. He's now attempted multiple field goals without a miss in three straight contests and will at least have favorable conditions on his side in Week 8 at Houston.

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Does job in win

    Gay made both of his two field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 20-17 win at Tennessee.

    Analysis: Both of Gay's field goals came from less than 30 yards out, and he's still perfect from that range for his career. However, he doesn't have a field goal from longer than 40 yards through five games this season, so he'll still be looking for his first from that range in Week 7 versus the Dolphins.

    Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays busy in loss

    Gay made four extra-point tries and both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 37-34 loss to the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Gay connected from 30 and 37 yards out, bringing him to 5-for-7 on FGAs this season, with both misses coming from 50-plus yards out in three games. The Utah product will work to stay on track in Week 6 against the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses one in win

    Gay made all three of his extra-point tries but missed one of his three field-goal attempts in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Gay connected on FGAs of 33 and 35 yards, but he missed a 54-yard attempt in the third quarter that would have given the Colts a 20-3 lead. The Utah product is now 0-for-2 from 50-plus yards on the season, but he is 7-for-7 on PATs.

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • No field goals

    Gay made all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 21-16 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Gay spent the week dealing with a quadriceps injury but was still able to handle kicking duties for the Colts in Week 3. The Utah product wasn't needed often, though, and didn't have the opportunity to attempt a field goal. Next week Gay and the Colts will host the Steelers.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 3

    Gay (quadriceps) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest against the Bears.

    Analysis: After sitting out Week 1 due to still being in recovery mode from sports hernia surgery, Gay made his season debut this past Sunday in Green Bay, making his only point-after try but just one of two field-goal attempts. He then sat out Wednesday's practice with a quad injury, only to cap the week with back-to-back full sessions. Gay thus is set to play versus a Chicago team that sits in a tie for sixth in the NFL in terms of points against at 18.0 per game.

    Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should be good to go Sunday

    Gay (quadriceps) was a full participant during practice Thursday, Nate Atkins of The Indianapolis Star reports.

    Analysis: Gay didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to a full session Thursday is an encouraging sign that suggests he'll be handling kicking duties for the Colts on Sunday against the Bears. After missing the Colts' Week 1 loss to the Texans, Gay returned to action for the Week 2 loss to the Packers and knocked down his lone extra-point try and one of two field-goal attempts.

    Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Kicking at Thursday's practice

    Gay (quadriceps) is handling kicking duties at practice Thursday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay couldn't practice Wednesday, so it's encouraging to see him back on the field Thursday. The veteran kicker missed Week 1 due to offseason sports hernia surgery and is now nursing a new quad issue, but he looks to be making good progress ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bears. The Colts also have kicker Spencer Shrader on the practice squad.

    Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unable to practice Wednesday

    Gay (quadriceps) did not practice Wednesday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay is dealing with a quad injury after missing Week 1 while recovering from sports hernia surgery. The veteran missed a field-goal attempt wide left from 50 yards during Indianapolis' loss to Green Bay, though he converted his only other attempt from 34 yards out, plus his lone extra-point try. Gay will have two more chances to improve his practice level ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears.

    Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses in return

    Gay made his only extra-point try but failed to convert one of his two field goal attempts in Sunday's 16-10 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Gay missed Week 1 as he recovered from sports hernia surgery. His return in Week 2 didn't go as planned, as he missed a 50-yard FGA in the loss Sunday. He did, however, connect on a 34-yard attempt to make the score 13-3 before halftime. Gay's next opportunity will come in Week 3 against the Bears.

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • All clear for Week 2

    Gay (sports hernia) was a full practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: Gay sat out the Colts' Week 1 loss to the Texans while recovering from sports hernia surgery, but head coach Shane Steichen confirmed Wednesday that the kicker is "good to go" for Sunday's road matchup in Green Bay, per George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin. During the 2023 season, Gay appeared in all 17 games and converted 33 of 41 field-goal attempts -- including an 8-for-13 mark from 50-plus yards -- while knocking down 35 of 36 extra-point tries.

    Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should play Week 2

    Head coach Shane Steichen stated that Gay (sports hernia) is "good to go" for Sunday's game against the Packers, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

    Analysis: Gay is expected to return to practice Wednesday after being out of action since undergoing surgery, according to James Boyd of The Athletic. The Utah product was replaced by Spencer Shrader for Week 1's loss to the Texans, who has since reverted to the team's practice squad. However, an official word on who will be kicking for the Colts in Week 2 won't come until Gay is absent from the team's injury report.

    Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return Week 2

    Head coach Shane Steichen said Monday that Gay (sports hernia) will continue to be monitored throughout the week, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

    Analysis: Gay wasn't able to play in the Colts' Week 1 loss to the Texans while he recovered from the sports hernia procedure he underwent shortly after Indianapolis' preseason finale, but the veteran kicker looks like he could move past the issue soon. The Colts will monitor Gay's activity in practice this week before determining his availability for Sunday's game in Green Bay, but if he's unable to kick this weekend, Indianapolis would likely elevate Spencer Shrader from the practice squad once again.…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for opener

    Gay (hernia) is inactive Week 1 against the Texans.

    Analysis: The writing was on the wall when Indianapolis activated fellow place kicker Spencer Shrader from the practice squad Saturday, and now Shrader is in line to officially assume kicking duties Sunday. Gay's next chance to return will be Week 2 in Green Bay, but the first step will be returning to the practice field -- something he was unable to accomplish in the three team practices leading up to the opener.

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in question for Sunday

    Gay (hernia) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Texans.

    Analysis: Gay has been in recovery mode since undergoing surgery on a sports hernia following Indianapolis' last preseason game Aug. 22. He didn't practice at all this week, but the team still is giving him a chance to serve as its placekicker Sunday. Head coach Shane Steichen told JJ Stankewitz of the Colts' official site Friday that Spencer Shrader will be called up from the practice squad to handle kicking duties this weekend if Gay is deemed inactive 90 minutes before a 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking unlikely for Sunday

    Gay (sports hernia) is not participating in Friday's practice, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay hasn't practiced in any capacity this week while recovering from sports hernia surgery, making him look like a strong candidate to sit out Sunday's regular-season opener against the Texans. Friday's official practice report will reveal Gay's injury designation for Week 1. If Gay can't go, undrafted rookie Spencer Shrader will work as Indianapolis' starting kicker versus Houston.

    Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from field

    Gay (sports hernia) is not practicing Thursday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay's status for Week 1 against the Texans is firmly in question after he underwent a procedure to address a sports hernia following the team's final preseason game Aug. 22. The team still hasn't elevated Spencer Shrader from the practice squad, but if Gay is unable to suit up, the former is the likeliest option to handle kicking duties for the Colts on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Sep 5 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Underwent sports hernia procedure

    Gay said Wednesday that he underwent a procedure to address a sports hernia following the Colts' final preseason game Aug. 22, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

    Analysis: As a result, Gay doesn't know if he'll be available for Sunday's season opener against Houston, according to Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star. If the veteran kicker ends up sidelined this weekend, the Colts have the option of elevating practice-squad member Spencer Shrader ahead of the Week 1 contest.

    Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Wednesday

    Gay (sports hernia) didn't practice Wednesday, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Shane Steichen clarified Wednesday that Gay is dealing with a sports hernia injury rather than the groin issue that had been previously reported. While Steichen wouldn't comment on whether Gay had surgery, he did say the issue is not a long-term concern for the kicker. If Gay is unavailable for Sunday's season opener against the Texans, the Colts can promote Spencer Shrader from the practice squad to handle kicking duties Week 1.

    Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 10:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 1 status TBD

    Head coach Shane Steichen noted Monday that Gay is dealing with a groin injury ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Texans, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: With Gay's Week 1 status to be determined due to his injury concern, the Colts have Spencer Shrader on their practice squad as a potential replacement at kicker. Added context regarding the situation will arrive no later than Wednesday, when the team's first injury report of the season is posted.

    Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing field goals in preseason

    Gay missed field-goal attempts from 56 and 44 yards in Saturday's preseason win over Arizona. He converted all three extra-point attempts.

    Analysis: Gay is just 1-for-4 in field-goal attempts in two preseason games, also missing a 36-yard attempt in the first exhibition. His only make is from 26 yards. We wouldn't be too worried about a miss longer than 50 yards, but Gay signed one of the largest contracts in the league for a kicker (four-year, $22.5 million deal) to be more reliable than he's shown in the preseason.

    Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 10:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses one in loss

    Gay made three of four field-goal attempts in Saturday's 23-19 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Gay's lone miss came from 57 yards out and although it had the distance, hit the right upright and failed to go through. However, he was successful in the contest from 52, 38 and 35 yards, but the Colts ultimately suffered a season-ending loss. The Utah product made a career-high 33 field goals this year, including eight from 50 yards and beyond, which was also a career best. On the other hand, Gay's 80 percent conversion rate was his lowest since his rookie campaign. The 29-year-old signed a…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches double figures

    Gay made all three of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Gay converted field goals from 40, 38 and 33 yards. With three games of double-digit points over his last five outings, Gay's tally of 125 on the season ranks eighth among kickers heading into Week 18.

    Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Converts only FGA in loss

    Gay made his lone field-goal try and his sole extra-point attempt during Sunday's 29-10 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: Gay managed to suit up Sunday despite dealing with a hip injury during practice, but Indianapolis' offense didn't do enough to ultimately keep Sunday's loss competitive. The Colts, and Gay, will be presented with an optimal opportunity to get back on track Week 17 against the Raiders.

    Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 16

    Gay (hip) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Gay increased his practice participation throughout the week and participated without limitations Friday to shed his injury designation. The 29-year-old kicker will look to get back on track Sunday after missing two kicks in each of his last two games.

    Published: Fri, Dec 22 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice

    Gay (hip) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Gay was estimated as a non-participant Wednesday on the Colts' first Week 16 injury report, but he was able to take a step forward in terms of activity Thursday. If Gay is able to upgrade to full participation Friday, he'll likely avoid an injury designation for Sunday's game in Atlanta. The 29-year-old kicker has converted 26 of 33 field-goal tries and is 32-for-33 on extra-point tries over his 14 appearances this season.

    Published: Thu, Dec 21 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Estimated as non-participant

    Gay was listed as a non-participant Wednesday on the Colts' practice estimate due to a right hip injury.

    Analysis: Gay is nursing the injury after he knocked down all three of his extra-point tries and three of five field-goal attempts in this past Saturday's 30-13 win over the Steelers. He'll probably need to practice in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into this weekend's game in Atlanta.

    Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy in victory

    Gay converted three of his five field-goal attempts and made all three extra-point tries in Saturday's 30-13 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Gay missed wide left on a 56-yard attempt on the Colts' opening drive, but he was then able to follow that up with successful attempts from 29 and 31 yards out. Unfortunately for Gay and his fantasy managers, he then missed again from 43 yards, hitting the right upright before closing up his day with a 42-yard make as the game neared its end. Gay and the Colts will travel to Atlanta next for a Week 16 contest.

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has rough day

    Gay missed his only field goal and extra-point attempt in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Gay's missed PAT was his first of the season, while he also missed a 38-yard FGA that hit the left upright as part of a disappointing day for the Colts. The 29-year-old will work to get back on track in Week 15 against the Steelers.

    Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in overtime win

    Gay converted all of his four field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try in Sunday's 31-28 overtime win at Tennessee.

    Analysis: All of Gay's kicks in Week 13 were chip shots except for a 46-yarder he made just before the end of the first half to cut the Titans' lead to 17-13. It was a bit of a bounce back after he missed a field-goal attempt in both of the Colts' prior two games. He'll look to keep things rolling in Week 14 against a Cincinnati defense that's been quite soft so far this season, although the weather for that game will be worth keeping an eye on for fantasy managers.

    Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two field goals in win

    Gay made two of three field-goal attempts and all three extra-point tries in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Gay's miss came from 58 yards out and hit the left upright to end the first half. It was his second miss from 50-plus yards on the season in 10 attempts. He was, however, able to connect from 46 and 36 yards while also making all three PATs. The Utah product is now 19-for-23 on FGAs this season and has yet to miss an extra-point attempt in 28 tries. Next up for Gay and the Colts is a Week 13 divisional matchup with the Titans.

    Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 7:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one of two

    Gay connected on his only extra-point attempt and made one of his two field-goal tries in the Colts' 10-6 win over the Patriots on Sunday.

    Analysis: Both of Gay's attempts were from long distance, and although he was short from 57 yards out, he was successful on a 50-yard attempt. With Indianapolis on a Week 11 bye, fantasy managers will need to find a replacement before Gay is back on the field in Week 12 against the Buccaneers.

    Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes five kicks

    Gay made both of his field-goal tries and all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Gay converted from 26 and a season-long 57 yards on his field goals. Through nine games, he's converted 16 of 18 field goals and all 24 of his PATS, totaling 72 points.

    Published: Tue, Nov 7 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in loss

    Gay converted both of his two field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 38-27 loss versus New Orleans.

    Analysis: Gay remained effective in Week 8, drilling all the kicks he was called on for versus the Saints. He's up to an 87.5 percent conversion rate on field-goal tries on the season, and he's still perfect on extra-point attempts in 2023. In Week 9, the Colts will travel to take on an unexceptional Carolina defense.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid in close loss

    Gay converted on one of two field-goal attempts and all five of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 39-38 loss versus Cleveland.

    Analysis: In what was a shootout from the jump, Gay was only called on for two field-goal tries. The first was a 60-yarder and would have given Indianapolis the lead early in the second quarter, but it was thwarted by Myles Garrett, who leaped over the offensive line to get a hand on it. Gay made his other try and remained perfect on extra-point attempts on the season to salvage his fantasy day, but the Colts will face a tough New Orleans defense in Week 8, keeping a lid on his fantasy prospects for his…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong day in loss

    Gay made both of his two field-goal attempts and both of his two extra-point tries in Sunday's 37-20 loss at Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Gay had missed just one kick through five games going into Indianapolis' contest at the Jaguars in Week 6 and continued to be a model of accuracy, including connecting on his fifth 50-plus-yard field goal on as many attempts in 2023. However, in Week 7, the Colts will host a Cleveland defense that's been one of the best in the league through six weeks, dampening expectations for Gay somewhat.

    Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong showing in win

    Gay connected on all three field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: A week after missing his only FGA, Gay was able to connect from 43, 35 and 28 yards out in a perfect 3-for-3 performance. He's now 9-of-10 on the season heading into a matchup with the Jaguars in Week 6.

    Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses lone attempt

    Gay missed a 47-yard field goal try and made his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 29-23 overtime loss to the Rams on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gay was a perfect 6-for-6 on FGAs this season until missing his lone try late in the second quarter. However, he remains mistake-free on PATs, now 9-for-9 on the season in that regard. His next opportunities will come Week 5 when the Colts host the Titans.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clutch performance

    Gay connected on all five of his field-goal tries and his lone extra-point attempt in Sunday's 22-19 overtime win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Gay was vital to his team's victory in Week 3, connecting on four field goals from 50-plus yards. Most significant were his makes from 53 yards out with just over a minute left in the game to tie it, then again from 53 in overtime to get the win. He also made a third field goal from 53 yards, another from 54, and one from 31, in his perfect 5-for-5 performance. Next up for Gay is a Week 4 matchup against his former team, the Rams.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has productive day

    Gay converted all four of his extra-point tries and hit a 42-yard field goal in Sunday's 31-20 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Gay's field-goal attempt and make were his firsts on the season, while he remained perfect in PAT attempts, now at 7-for-7. He'll work to say perfect in Week 3 against the Ravens.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't attempt field goal

    Gay converted all three of his extra-point tries but did not attempt a field goal in Sunday's 31-21 loss versus Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Watching Indianapolis turn the ball over on downs three separate times in Jaguars territory in Week 1 was probably frustrating for Gay and fantasy managers alike. However, Gay did make good on the opportunities he saw and has now missed just two of his last 100 extra-point tries. In Week 2, Gay will again get to kick in a dome when the Colts visit a Houston team that ceded just one field-goal attempt to Baltimore and Justin Tucker on Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Agrees to record-setting deal

    Gay agreed to a four-year, $22.5 million contract with the Colts on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: After signing the biggest free-agent deal for a kicker in NFL history, it's safe to assume Gay will kick for the Colts in 2023 without facing a challenge in training camp. Meanwhile, the Rams will have to find a new kicker after Gay converted 74 of 80 field-goal attempts for them over the previous three seasons.

    Published: Mon, Mar 13 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in season finale

    Gay connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and converted his lone extra-point try during Sunday's 19-16 overtime loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Gay opened the scoring for the Rams with a 22-yard field goal, and later tacked on field goals from 45 and 38 yards. Gay, who will be an unrestricted free agent, had another impressive season with the Rams, going 28-for-30 on field goals -- his only two misses coming from beyond 50 yards -- and 31-for-32 on extra points. The Rams will likely be keen on keeping the talented kicker, as Gay was one of the few components of the offense that was consistent from start to finish this season.

    Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts up dud

    Gay connected on a 23-yard field goal and made his only extra-point attempt during Sunday's 31-10 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: A week removed from the best game of the season for the sure-legged kicker, Gay's prospects at repeating his performance appeared promising, as the Chargers defense looked to pose less of a threat than the Broncos defense that the Rams tore apart in Week 16. Aside from a chip-shot field goal to close out the first quarter, however, Gay would only find one other opportunity to produce points, booting a PAT after Malcolm Brown punched in a 21-yard rushing touchdown. The Rams will be looking to…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 2 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Erupts with monster game

    Gay connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and converted all six of extra-point tries during Sunday's 51-14 victory against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Fantasy managers that chose to rely on one of the NFL's most accurate kickers against the top defense in the league were rewarded handsomely, as Gay booted field goals of 55, 53 and 30 yards while adding a whopping six extra-point kicks. Baker Mayfield was able to pick apart the Broncos by relying heavily on his tight ends and Cam Akers, which gave Gay an abundance of opportunities to put up points. A much less intimidating defense is on tap for Week 17 in that of the Chargers, putting Gay back…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses first extra point of season

    Gay connected on both of his field-goal attempts and failed to convert his only extra-point attempt during Monday's 24-12 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Gay hadn't missed an extra point since Week 5 of the 2021 campaign, so the miss in the frigid air of Lambeau Field should be looked at as an outlier, not a trend. In fact, Gay booted a 55-yard field goal in the second quarter, the third 50-plus yard field goal made at Lambeau Field with temperatures under 25 degrees, and chipped in a 33-yarder as well to keep up his stellar 21-for-23 record on field-goal attempts with three games to go.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses 61-yard field goal in win

    Gay connected on one of two field-goal attempts and converted both of his extra-point attempts in Thursday's 17-16 win against the Raiders.

    Analysis: It's hard to find fault in Gay's miss of a lengthy 61-yard field-goal attempt, which went wide left, due to an unnecessary roughness penalty called on Coleman Shelton that pushed what would've been a much more manageable 46-yard field goal back. Gay booted in a long field goal from 55 yards in the first quarter and remained perfect on both of his extra points to help secure the Rams' first win in over a month.

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ties season high with three FGs

    Gay connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and went 2-for-2 on extra-point tries during Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Fantasy managers that were brave enough to start the slumping Gay were rewarded, as Gay connected on a long 54-yard attempt, along with makes from 40 and 32 yards, and continued his season-long perfect streak on extra-point tries. The accurate kicker takes on a Raiders defense that ranks near the bottom of the league in Week 14, which may give Gay more kicking opportunities for a second straight week.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Just one field goal in loss

    Gay connected on a 47-yard field goal and converted his only extra-point try in Sunday's 26-10 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: With Matthew Stafford (neck) and Allen Robinson (foot) joining Cooper Kupp (ankle) on the sidelines, the rest of the Rams' anemic offense did little in helping Gay get into a position to produce. Despite booting a lengthy 47-yard field goal in the first quarter, Gay wouldn't be called into action again until punching in an extra point in the fourth quarter. In Gay's five games since the bye, the accurate kicker has only punched in six field goals and eight extra points. With the entire Rams'…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect against Saints

    Gay connected on both field-goal attempts and went 2-for-2 on extra-point tries during Sunday's 27-20 loss against the Saints.

    Analysis: Gay's production got a major boost in the form of a pair of field goals in the fourth quarter. The strong-legged kicker booted a 58-yard field goal with just 11 seconds left in the game, and he added a 33-yard chip shot at the start of the quarter. This was Gay's best performance for fantasy purposes since Week 4, and the veteran has a nearly flawless 14-for-15 record on field-goal attempts on the season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet against Cardinals

    Gay connected on a 37-yard field goal and went 2-for-2 on extra-point tries during Sunday's 27-17 loss against the Cardinals.

    Analysis: It was more of the same for the reliable Gay, as he had another perfect day of kicks, but once again had very little in the way of volume to help make him a viable fantasy option. The Rams looked dreadful on offense with Matthew Stafford (concussion) out, and the impending potential absence of Cooper Kupp (ankle) will only add to the difficulty of Gay finding scoring opportunities in the short term.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two field goals

    Gay connected on both field-goal attempts and converted his only extra-point try in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Gay was able boot his first field goals since Week 6 in the third quarter, hitting attempts from 26 and 35 yards out. Gay's fantasy ceiling is capped by the anemic state of the Rams offense, however, as Los Angeles has only cleared 14 points once since a Week 3 victory against the Cardinals. The Rams' next opponent just happens to be Arizona, which has given up over 30 points in three straight contests, affording Gay a slightly more optimistic outlook in Week 10.

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 8:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • No field-goal attempts in loss

    Gay did not attempt a field goal Sunday while going 2-for-2 on extra-point tries in the Rams' 31-14 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Gay failed to produce at least one field goal for the first time this season, but he remained perfect on extra-point attempts, raising his season total to 13-for-13 over seven contests. The kicker remains one of the more accurate options in the league, going 9-for-10 on field goals in addition to his success on extra points. Gay could be more involved in Week 9 against the Buccaneers as both teams will look to rebound off disappointing losses.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 7:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect performance in win

    Gay made a 21-yard field goal and went 3-for-3 on extra-point attempts in Sunday's 24-10 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Gay's second quarter chip shot was his sixth field-goal attempt of under 30 yards on the season. The veteran kicker has made just nine field goals and 11 extra points thus far, disappointing numbers for one of the more reliable fantasy kicking options from the 2021 campaign. The Rams offense did seem to find a rhythm against the Panthers that had been lacking in weeks past, however, and with the team going on bye in Week 7, Gay may find himself with more positive game scripts to produce when…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses 51-yard field goal in loss

    Gay connected on one of two field-goal attempts and converted his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 22-10 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: The Rams offense had another weak performance Sunday, limiting Gay's opportunities to produce. A 51-yard field-goal attempt in the fourth quarter went wide right, and while Gay did connect on a 29-yard field goal in the first quarter, it marked the fourth game out of five this season where the dependable kicker has had two or less field-goal attempts. The Rams face a struggling Panthers team in Week 6 before going on bye, which may help boost Gay's otherwise pedestrian numbers.

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails three field goals

    Gay connected on all three field-goal attempts during Monday's 24-9 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: It was another perfect performance for Gay, who opened the game with a 39-yard field goal before adding two short field goals in the second and third quarter, respectively. The Rams have struggled offensively to start the year, which is reflected in Gay's limited usage. Week 5 brings the Cowboys to town featuring a defense hasn't given up more than 17 points in a game this season, so scoring opportunities may be at a premium again for the big-legged kicker.

    Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another perfect performance

    Gay connected on two field-goal kicks and both extra-point attempts during Sunday's 20-12 victory against the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Gay kicked off the scoring for the Rams, punching in a 22-yard field goal in the first quarter, and he added a 40-yard field goal in the second quarter. Gay is a perfect 4-for-4 on field goals and 7-for-7 on extra point attempts on the season thus far, par for the course from one of the more accurate kickers in the NFL.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect against Falcons

    Gay connected on his only field-goal attempt and made all four of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 31-27 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Gay was busy early, as the Rams scored a touchdown on four of their first five drives. After that, he saw the field just once more, booting a chip shot 20-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. The Rams offense, which struggled heavily in the season opener against the Bills, rebounded well against the Falcons, and Gay will look to continue to contribute in a Week 3 matchup against the Cardinals.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 6:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits long FG in opener

    Gay connected on a 57-yard field goal and made his only extra-point attempt in the Rams' 31-10 loss to the Bills on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Gay got only a single opportunity to show off one of the most reliable legs in the NFL during the Rams' season opener, but he did so in spectacular fashion, drilling a lengthy 57-yard field goal in the second quarter to tie the game. That would be the last time Gay would take the field, as the Bills shut down the Rams offense from there. Gay should have more chances to produce in a Week 2 showdown with the Falcons.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in preseason

    Gay went 2-for-2 on field goals and 3-for-3 on extra points during the preseason.

    Analysis: Gay's longest field goal was a 43-yard attempt during the Rams' second preseason game against the Texans. Cameron Dicker went a perfect 3-for-3 on extra points during the first preseason game against the Chargers, but he was waived Aug 16. Gay should have little difficulty hanging on to the starting role on a prolific offense, which should bring plenty of opportunities for the accurate kicker, who made 32 of 34 field-goal attempts and 48 of 49 extra-point tries during the 2021 campaign.

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 9:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sticking with Rams

    Gay signed his restricted free agent tender with the Rams on Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay received an original-round tender from the Rams, and he'll enter his third campaign with the team in 2022. He's been excellent across the last two seasons, combining to hit 46 of his 50 field-goal attempts and 64 of his 65 extra-point attempts.

    Published: Thu, Apr 14 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tendered by Rams

    Gay, a restricted free agent, received an original-round tender from the Rams on Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Rams will now have the chance to match any offer sheet from another team, and Los Angeles would receive a fifth-round pick should it decide not to match. Gay was one of the top kickers in the game in 2021, as he made 32 of 34 field-goal attempts and went 48-for-49 on PATs.

    Published: Tue, Mar 15 at 9:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't miss in Super Bowl victory

    Gay connected on his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Bengals in Super Bowl LVI.

    Analysis: Gay's only field goal was a 41-yard kick to cut the Bengals' lead to 20-16 halfway through the third quarter. While the 28-year-old kicker was perfect on the night, the kicking unit was not, as holder Johnny Hekker fumbled a snap during an extra-point attempt after the Rams' second touchdown of the game. On the season, Gay connected on 32 of his 34 field goals and 48 of his 49 PATs en route to the best campaign of his three-year career. He's set to be a restricted free agent this offseason, but…read more

    Published: Mon, Feb 14 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Paves way to Super Bowl

    Gay connected on two of his three field-goal kicks and both of his extra-point attempts during Sunday's 20-17 win over the 49ers in their NFC Championship Game.

    Analysis: The 54-yard missed field goal in the second quarter was the lone blemish of the night for Gay, as he bounced back and connected on the tying and go-ahead field goals in the fourth quarter. Look for the second-year Ram to have another solid showing in the Super Bowl against Cincinnati.

    Published: Mon, Jan 31 at 7:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • More of the same in win over Bucs

    Gay connected on three of his four field-goal kicks and all three extra-point attempts during Sunday's 30-27 win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: It was another solid fantasy showing for Gay, and he remains a solid option in all formats moving forward. Looking ahead to the 2022 season, Gay projects to remain one of the more reliable kicking options.

    Published: Mon, Jan 24 at 7:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy in win over Cards

    Gay connected on two field-goal kicks and four extra-point attempts during Monday's 34-11 wild-card round victory over Arizona.

    Analysis: Gay didn't skip a beat in the wild-card round with another excellent fantasy showing. He's been a top option all year, and with the Buccaneers-Rams game having the potential to be a high-scoring affair, Gay projects to have another solid game this week.

    Published: Wed, Jan 19 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes season strong

    Gay connected on his lone field-goal kick and all three extra-point attempts during Sunday's 27-24 overtime loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: The second-year Ram finished the campaign with an elite 94.1 field-goal percentage and missed just a single extra point all season for a 98.0 percentage. Gay should also set up nicely for the postseason and be a solid fantasy contributor for the duration of Los Angeles' playoff run.

    Published: Mon, Jan 10 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • First field-goal miss since Week 4

    Gay connected on two extra-point kicks but missed a 56-yard field-goal attempt during the first quarter of Sunday's 20-19 win over Baltimore.

    Analysis: This was Gay's weakest showing of the year, and it unfortunately came at a tough time in the fantasy schedule. He's a bounce-back candidate in Week 18 against San Francisco and should be a serviceable contributor for the duration of Los Angeles' playoff run.

    Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains perfect versus Vikings

    Gay made all three of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 30-23 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Gay drilled kicks from 32, 31 and 24 yards to extend his streak to 23 straight field-goal makes. Thanks to such great recent form, Gay is now tied for the league lead with 136 points this term.

    Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Streak extends to 20 straight FGs

    Gay connected on both of his field-goal kicks and both extra-point attempts during Tuesday's 20-10 win over Seattle.

    Analysis: Now that Gay is 28-for-29 on field-goal kicks for the campaign and leads the league in field-goal percentage, it's hard to overlook Gay's high-fantasy floor and respectable ceiling. Additionally, he's now hit at least two field goals and two extra points in each of the last four games, so Gay's also contributing when it matters most for fantasy managers.

    Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Rams-Seahawks moved to Tuesday

    Gay and the Rams will no longer play the Seahawks on Sunday, after the NFL officially rescheduled the matchup between the two teams for Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET.

    Analysis: Due to ongoing COVID-19-related issues within the Rams organization, the NFL is hopeful that by delaying the game two days, Los Angeles will be able to restore enough players from the reserve/COVID-19 list to alleviate depth concerns on the roster. After Tuesday's game, the Rams will face a quick turnaround for Week 16 with a Sunday game in Minnesota on Dec. 26.

    Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Turns in another solid showing

    Gay connected on three field-goal kicks and three extra-point attempts during Monday's 30-23 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: It's been an impressive run for the third-year kicker, as Gay hasn't missed a kick in eight games. Additionally, he's now hit 26 of 27 field-goal kicks and 38 of 39 extra-point attempts for the campaign. Those are high-end numbers in most settings, and Gay should remain a solid fantasy option.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 5:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Huge showing in blowout win

    Gay hit all three of his field-goal kicks and four extra-point attempts during Sunday's 37-7 win over Jacksonville.

    Analysis: This was a get-right spot for the Los Angeles offense, and the Rams racking up 37 points was a huge boon to Gay's fantasy results. He's been next to automatic this season, connecting on 23 of 24 field-goal kicks and 35 of 36 extra-point attempts. Expect Gay to remain a solid contributor moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits four kicks in loss

    Gay connected on two field-goal attempts and two extra-point kicks during Sunday's 36-28 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Gay hasn't missed a field goal since Week 4 and is now 20-for-21 for the campaign. While the Rams have stuttered of late with three consecutive losses, it hasn't been a considerable hindrance to Gay's fantasy outlook. He remains a sound option in most settings moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet against 49ers

    Gay hit a 37-yard field goal and connected on his lone extra-point attempt during Monday's 31-10 loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: It was a down fantasy showing for Gay, as head coach Sean McVay tried to fake a field goal at the end of the first half, and the Los Angeles offense was never able to find a consistent groove Monday. The Rams don't play again until Week 12 against Green Bay, and while Gay projects to finish the season strong, he might not be worth a stash on fantasy benches for Week 11.

    Published: Tue, Nov 16 at 6:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still produces in loss

    Gay connected on three field-goal kicks and an extra-point attempt during Sunday's 28-16 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: It was another solid showing for Gay, and he's now hit all nine of his field-goal attempts over the past five weeks. Perhaps most encouraging was that the Los Angeles offense struggled Sunday, and Gay was still able to post a solid fantasy line. He's proving to be one of the more reliable kickers in the league.

    Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 6:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits six more kicks in win

    Gay connected on a 27-yard field goal and hit all five of his extra-point kicks during Sunday's 38-22 win over Houston.

    Analysis: With Los Angeles up to an average of 30.6 points per game, and Gay having connected on 14 of 15 field goals, it's probably safe to continue viewing the 27-year-old kicker as a rock-solid weekly option moving forward. Gay and the Rams don't have a bye until Week 11, too.

    Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits all four kicks in win

    Gay connected on two field-goal kicks and both extra-point attempts during Sunday's 28-19 win over Detroit.

    Analysis: Gay has now missed just a single field goal and single extra point through seven games to start the year, and he's established himself as a go-to option at kicker in most settings. It's also worth noting that Los Angeles doesn't have its bye until Week 11.

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Adds another strong showing

    Gay connected on his lone field-goal kick and converted all five of his extra-point attempts during Sunday's 38-11 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: It was another solid fantasy performance for Gay. He's hit 10 of 11 field-goal attempts and 20 of 21 extra-point kicks and should probably be considered a set-and-forget option at kicker in most leagues.

    Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 6:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets back to full practice

    Gay (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay was a limited participant in the Rams' first practice session of the week due to an ankle issue. However, he is now in line to continue in his regular duties as the team's kicker for a Week 6 matchup against the Giants. Through five games this season, Gay has made 10 of his 11 field-goal attempts and and 15 of his 16 extra-point tries.

    Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 7:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at Wednesday's practice

    Gay was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay is tending to a sore ankle, though it wasn't enough to keep him out of practice entirely. The 27-year-old is 10-for-11 on field goals and 15-for-16 on point-after attempts through five games, and the ankle issue isn't expected to affect his availability for the Rams' Week 6 matchup with the Giants.

    Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses extra point

    Gay made both of his field-goal attempts but missed one of his three extra-point tries in Week 5's 26-17 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Gay converted from 31 yards on his first kick of the game, but he then failed with his opening PAT attempt, marking his first such miss this season. Fortunately, Gay rallied to make his next two, then finished with a 47-yard field goal to ice the game. Despite his uncharacteristic misfire, Gay now sports 45 points through five games, ranking third league-wide among kickers in the category this season.

    Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses first field goal of season

    Gay went 2-for-3 on field goals and 2-for-2 on extra points during Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Gay connected on both his field goals in the first half, including a 42-yarder to open the scoring on the Rams' opening drive. However, he missed a 46-yarder -- his first miss of the season -- on Los Angeles' first drive of the second half. The 27-year-old should remain a reliable option for fantasy managers, as the Rams' offense should provide plenty of scoring opportunities.

    Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Double figures versus Bucs

    Gay made both his field-goal attempts and all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 34-24 win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Gay converted from 48 and 26 yards on his field goals, maintaining his perfect record on the season. Through three games, he now sports 29 points total, having scored at least nine in every contest.

    Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Week 2

    Gay made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Gay converted from 34 and 38 yards on his respective field goals, with the latter coming with just over two minutes remaining and ultimately being the difference Sunday. Through two games, Gay now sports an impressive 19 points on 11 makes and no misses overall.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits double figures

    Gay made both his field-goal attempts as well as all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday night's 34-14 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Gay converted from 53 and 22 yards on his respective field goals, starting the season with a perfect kicking record. Given the Rams' explosive offense, Gay is seemingly in a great situation to rack up the points as long as he remains consistent. In Week 2, he'll face the Colts on the road.

    Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong run with Rams

    Gay connected on 14 of 16 field-goal attempts and all 16 extra-point kicks through seven regular-season games with the Rams during the 2020 regular season.

    Analysis: The second-year kicker was perfect over his final six games connecting on 13 field goals and 10 extra points, including the two postseason contests. Gay was a solid fantasy option to finish the season, and he projects to remain a reliable kicker in most settings to start the 2021 campaign.

    Published: Thu, Jan 28 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heater continues against Seattle

    Gay connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point kicks during Saturday's 30-20 wild-card win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Gay has been automatic over the past five games. He's hit 12 field goals and nine extra points without missing an attempt and projects to remain a solid fantasy option for Saturday's divisional-round game against Green Bay.

    Published: Mon, Jan 11 at 6:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win over Cards

    Gay hit all three of his field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point kick during Sunday's 18-7 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: Gay's now connected on all nine of his field-goal attempts and each of his six extra-point kicks over the past four games. He projects to remain a serviceable option against Seattle in the wild-card round. It's also worth noting that he's probably positioned himself to kick for the Rams again in 2021, which has proven to be a favorable fantasy setup under head coach Sean McVay.

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 7:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits all three kicks in loss

    Gay connected on all three of his field-goal attempts during Sunday's 20-9 loss to Seattle.

    Analysis: The sophomore kicker has now hit all six of his field-goal attempts and all five of his extra-point kicks over the past three weeks. Before setting Gay into fantasy lineups in Week 17, it will be important to check on Los Angeles' quarterback situation, as Jared Goff (thumb) underwent surgery Monday.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits all four kicks in loss

    Gay connected on 45- and 42-yard field-goal attempts and both his extra-point kicks during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: The second-year kicker has been reliable for Los Angeles and fantasy managers through five games, and he's also set up for another solid performance in Week 16 against the Seahawks. Gay is worth considering in most settings.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Proves health in win

    Gay connected on a 35-yard field goal and hit all three of his extra-point kicks during Thursday's 24-3 win over New England.

    Analysis: The second-year kicker was listed as questionable for Thursday's game with a shoulder injury, so it was encouraging to see him suit up and hit all four of his kicks in the convincing win. Gay's fantasy numbers probably could have been better if head coach Sean McVay opted to be more aggressive offensively instead of milking the clock. Expect Gay to remain a serviceable asset in most fantasy settings, and especially with upcoming matchups against the Jets and Seahawks.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Thursday

    Gay (shoulder) is listed as active Thursday against the Patriots, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gay made a sudden appearance on Wednesday's injury report as a limited participant and questionable for this Week 14 contest. The Rams even called up an insurance policy in Austin MacGinnis earlier Thursday. After making a number of kicks during pregame warmups, though, Gay has been cleared to suit up. During his three-game stint in L.A., he's nailed five of seven field-goal attempts and all 10 point-after tries.

    Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncertain for Thursday

    Gay (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Patriots, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gay avoided the injury report Monday and Tuesday before he was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice. The downgrade was enough to place a cloud over his availability for Week 14. If the Rams end up elevating Austin MacGinnis from the practice squad Thursday, it could signal that Gay won't be available for the contest.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another solid fantasy day

    Gay connected on one of his two field-goal attempts and hit all five extra-point kicks during Sunday's 38-28 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: Fantasy managers would have liked to have seen Gay hit his 37-yard field-goal attempt in the fourth quarter, but five extra points padded his stat line. While the sophomore has already missed two field goals through three games, his fantasy numbers have been serviceable. Gay projects to remain a middling option in most settings.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in loss

    Gay went 2-for-2 in field-goal attempts and connected on both his extra-point kicks during Sunday's 23-20 loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: Gay's two field goals were from 48 and 41 yards, and he's now made four of his five attempts since joining the Rams last week. Look for the second-year kicker to continue providing serviceable fantasy numbers moving forward, and next week's matchup against Arizona should prove to be a high-scoring bout and an especially favorable spot.

    Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops former team

    Gay connected on two of his three field-goal attempts and all three extra-point kicks during Monday's 27-24 win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: This was Gay's debut with Los Angeles after spending his rookie season with Tampa Bay in 2019, and while he did miss a 44-yard field goal in the third quarter, he rebounded with the game-winning kick from 40 yards with 2:40 remaining. Fantasy managers will want to ensure Gay retains his role for a Week 12 matchup against San Francisco before locking him into lineups. The sophomore does offer some upside.

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Handling kicking duties Monday

    Gay will serve as the Rams' kicker Monday at Tampa Bay, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Gay is making his season debut and will be the third kicker used by the Rams on the campaign. He joined L.A. last week in the wake of Kai Forbath (ankle) landing on injured reserve, but the question remained whether the team would elevate Austin MacGinnis from the practice squad instead. It has opted not to, leaving Gay to handle kicking duties in Week 12. Last season, Gay hit 27 of 35 field-goal attempts and 43 of 48 point-after tries as a member of the Bucs.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from exempt list

    Gay was activated from the commissioner's exempt list Saturday, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old signed with Los Angeles earlier in the week, but he's now officially on the active roster. Gay is poised to handle kicking duties for the Rams, though Austin MacGinnis could still be elevated from the practice squad ahead of Monday's game at Tampa Bay.

    Published: Sat, Nov 21 at 7:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands deal in L.A.

    The Rams signed Gay on Tuesday, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: After cutting bait with long-time kicker Greg Zuerlein in the offseason, the Rams have cycled through a number of kickers, including Samuel Sloman and Kai Forbath. Forbath was the casualty of an ankle injury this past Sunday versus the Seahawks and was placed on IR, with the corresponding move the signing of Gay. As a member of the Buccaneers last season, Gay made 27 of 35 field-goal attempts and 43 of 48 point-after tries across 16 games.

    Published: Tue, Nov 17 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will compete for Rams' job

    Gay is expected to be brought to Los Angeles to compete with Austin MacGinnis for the Rams' kicking job, J.B. Long of the Los Angeles Rams Radio Network reports.

    Analysis: Gay will have to clear COVID-19 protocol before he can participate. and coach Sean McVay expects that to commence by Saturday. Starting kicker Kai Forbath injured his ankle in the Rams' Week 10 over the Seahawks. The fact that Los Angeles is already looking at two potential kickers going forward indicates that Forbath could miss some time. As a result, Gay will look to make an impression once he joins the team.

    Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to practice squad

    Gay was signed to the Colts' practice squad Saturday.

    Analysis: The kicker is yet to appear in a game as an official Colts player, though he's had two different stints on the team's practice squad. Darius Jackson was waived in a corresponding move.

    Published: Sat, Nov 7 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut from practice squad

    The Colts cut Gay from the practice squad Friday.

    Analysis: Gay was jettisoned in order to allow Indianapolis to re-sign Darius Jackson. Though he hasn't yet appeared in a game this season, Gay did convert 27 of 35 field-goal attempts across 16 contests with the Buccaneers in 2019.

    Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 7:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with Colts' practice squad

    Gay signed with the Colts' practice squad Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gay spent the 2019 season with the Buccaneers and hit 77 percent of his field goals, but he lost the job to Ryan Succop to begin the season. This looks to be the start of a kicker competition in Indianapolis, as rookie Rodrigo Blankenship missed a 30-yard field goal in Week 1.

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has tryout with Colts

    Gay had a tryout with the Colts on Monday, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: Gay was waived by the Buccaneers after he lost out on a kicking competition to Ryan Succop at the close of training camp. With plenty of turnover in kicking games around the league, he should be able to land a new job at some point this season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Loses out to Succop

    The Buccaneers will waive Gay, Kevin Patra of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: It looked like Gay would have the opportunity to kick behind the Bucs' re-tooled offense, but instead the team will turn to the recently signed Ryan Succop. Gay will now look to catch on elsewhere, with NFL teams in the midst of cutdowns in the coming days.

    Published: Fri, Sep 4 at 6:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • New competition on way

    Gay, who made 35- and 46-yard field goals during the Buccaneers' scrimmage at Raymond James Stadium on Friday, is nevertheless expected to get new competition this week in the form of veterans Ryan Succop and Cody Parkey, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: If the second-year kicker ultimately wins the job coming out of camp, he'll certainly have earned it, as it appears Gay will have to fend off three players overall for a roster spot. Coach Bruce Arians emphasized Sunday that he's "looking for consistency on the gimmes," citing a zero-tolerance policy for any missed extra points or field-goal tries from inside the 30-yard line. Gay notably struggled on several occasions during his rookie campaign with kicks in that range, and Scott Smith of the…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 30 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains locked in tight battle

    Gay remains in a heated competition with Elliott Fry for the placekicker job, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports. "I think the competition is close -- I think it's real close," said Special Teams Coordinator Keith Armstrong. "I think with Matt, the thing I learned is he's got to learn to be consistent. That's what we're looking for and that's hard to do. That's what wins and he's got to learn to be consistent."

    Analysis: Armstrong's focus on the theme isn't coincidental, as Gay managed to prompt just enough doubt in the minds of the coaching staff during his rookie season by sometimes making what should have been easier kicks more difficult. Gay either missed or had five of his last eight field-goal attempts of the season blocked, and two of his seven misses overall on the campaign came from the very manageable distance of 34 yards. Gay was also just 43-for-48 on extra-point tries, so he's focusing on treating…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 26 at 11:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in practice Tuesday

    Gay, who is battling Elliott Fry for the placekicking job, was perfect on all of his attempts in Tuesday's practice, Carmen Vitali of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The Buccaneers opted to bring in some competition for their second-year kicker after his rough finish to the 2019 campaign, one which saw five of his last eight field-goal attempts either miss their mark or get blocked. Gay had put together an impressive rookie campaign prior to that late-season downturn, however, so he should still have a leg up on Fry, who's yet to kick in an NFL regular-season game. Nevertheless, he may be in for a spirited job battle, considering the latter was also…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 18 at 11:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Disastrous finish to season

    Gay missed all three of his field-goal attempts (49, 44 and 34 yards) and made both of his extra-point tries in the Buccaneers 28-22 overtime loss to the Falcons on Sunday. He finished the 2019 season with a 77.1 percent success rate on field goals (27-for-35) and a 43-for-48 tally on extra points.

    Analysis: Gay's final numbers were sullied by his clunker of a regular-season finale, but the rookie was otherwise very impressive during his first pro season. Gay's misfires were spread evenly across distance, as he missed two attempts from 30 to 39 yards, another three from 40 to 49 yards, and three more from 50 yards and beyond. The 2019 fifth-round pick will look to sharpen his technique over the offseason, but barring a complete training camp/preseason meltdown next summer, he should be the…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 2:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Fully practices Thursday

    Gay (back) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It sounds like Gay is feeling better and will be able to handle his kicking duties to close out the season Week 17 against the Falcons. He's made 27 of his 32 field-goal tries this season, with three of the misses coming from beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited participant

    Gay (back) was a limited participant in Wednesday's projected practice report.

    Analysis: Gay was banged up on a field-goal attempt that was blocked in the team's Week 16 loss to the Texans. However, he remained in the game and later made a 50-yard field goal, giving some indication that the injury was minor. That he was projected to be a limited participant Wednesday is a positive sign for his availability in the team's Week 17 matchup against the Falcons.

    Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Eventful day in Week 16 loss

    Gay converted field-goal attempts of 50 and 41 yards, had a 54-yard attempt blocked, and converted two extra-point tries in the Buccaneers' 23-20 loss to the Texans on Saturday.

    Analysis: Gay was banged up on the first-quarter block, but his ability to drill a 50-yarder later in the period corroborated his health. The rookie heads into the regular-season finale against the Falcons with a solid 84.4 percent success rate on 32 field-goal attempts and 122 points overall, making him one of the best fantasy assets at the position on the season.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets back in game

    Gay (undisclosed) has returned to action in Saturday's game against the Texans.

    Analysis: After getting banged up on a blocked kick return, Gay came back in and converted a 50-yard field-goal attempt. He appears no worse for wear and should be good to go for the remainder of Saturday's tilt.

    Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurt after blocked field goal

    Gay was injured during a blocked field goal return Saturday against the Texans, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

    Analysis: Bradley Pinion was spotted kicking into the practice net on the Tampa Bay sidelines after Gay was dinged up at the end of a blocked field-goal return. It's unclear if he'll be able to return to action Saturday.

    Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 16

    Gay (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice and won't carry a designation into Saturday's game against the Texans, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Gay was limited for the Buccaneers' first two practices of Week 16 while battling a right groin injury. Since Tampa Bay didn't work out any other kickers, there was never much concern about the rookie's status, and his ability to put in a full workout to close the week supports that notion.

    Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues limited work

    Gay (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: The Buccaneers have yet to work out or sign another kicker, so they appear confident Gay will be ready in time for Saturday's matchup against the Texans. Gay has been quite effective this year, connecting on 25 of 29 field goals (86 percent), including 14 of 17 tries from beyond 40 yards.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with groin issue

    Gay was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice due to a right groin injury, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Gay racked up eight points on a field goal and five extra points in the Buccaneers' 38-17 win over the Lions over the weekend, but a misfire from 54 yards out ended a streak of 15 converted kicks in a row. The rookie appears to have ironed out his early-season accuracy issues, but he now has a health-related complication to contend with heading into Saturday's game against the Texans. The Buccaneers haven't yet worked out any other kickers, signaling that the team isn't yet concerned about his…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Six successful kicks in win

    Gay drilled a 46-yard field goal and clanked a 54-yard attempt off the left upright while also making all five of his extra-point tries in the Buccaneers' 38-17 win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: It was another busy day for Gay, as the Buccaneers racked up their second consecutive 38-point tally. Gay did see a streak of 15 straight successful kicks come to an end with the long misfire, but he continues to profile as an elite asset heading into fantasy title games in Week 16, with the possibility of an uptick in field-goal opportunities if Tampa is missing both Mike Evans and Chris Godwin due to hamstring injuries.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Extends kicking streak in win

    Gay drilled his only field-goal attempt from 44 yards and made all five of his extra-point tries in the Buccaneers' 38-35 win over the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: The rookie has now drilled all 10 kick attempts (three field goals, seven extra points) over his last two games. Gay continues to serve as an elite fantasy asset due to his connection to the Buccaneers' prolific offense, and he'll be set up for potential success once again in a Week 15 matchup versus the vulnerable Lions defense.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 9:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect on four kicks

    Gay drilled field-goal attempts of 25 and 37 yards and made both extra-point tries in the Buccaneers' 28-11 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gay bounced back from having missed three extra-point attempts versus the Falcons in a Week 12 win, putting together his third perfect performance over the last four games. A couple of typical rookie hiccups aside, Gay has converted an impressive 88.5 percent of 26 field-goal attempts on the campaign, including four of five tries from 50 yards or longer. The rookie will look to keep his strong numbers up against the Colts in Week 14.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 8:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scuffles on extra points in win

    Gay drilled his only field-goal attempt from 32 yards but made only two of five extra-point tries in the Buccaneers' 35-22 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gay unexpectedly found extra-point tries to be a significant challenge Sunday, missing more attempts (three) than he had all season (two). The rookie did up his field-goal accuracy to 87.5 percent with his 1-for-1 showing in that department Sunday, and despite the unexpected hiccups, he remains a highly appealing fantasy option in Week 13 versus the Jaguars.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses with few opportunities

    Gay drilled his only field-goal attempt from 55 yards and also was good on both of his extra-point tries in the Buccaneers' 34-17 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

    Analysis: The rookie got another opportunity to show off the booming leg that caught the team's eye coming out of college, with Gay drilling his third kick of more than 50 yards in four tries this season. The Buccaneers' offense typically provides Gay with more scoring chances than he saw Sunday, but even in a game where he sees a downturn in opportunity, he can still reward fantasy managers. Gay will hope to square up on multiple field-goal attempts in a Week 12 matchup against the Falcons.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 7:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect, with an asterisk

    Gay drilled field-goal attempts of 30, 45 and 41 yards and all three of his extra-point tries in the Buccaneers' 30-27 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gay would have been 2-for-3 if not for the Cardinals being called offsides on his 46-yard misfire wide left early in the fourth quarter. Gay attempted the kick again five yards closer and drilled it to snap 20-20 tie at the time. The rookie now has 12 successful kicks in 13 tries over the last two games, as the Buccaneers' aggressive offense continues to afford him no shortage of scoring opportunities. Factoring in Sunday's production, Gay has an 86.4 percent success rate on field goals and has…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 9:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits six of seven kicks in loss

    Gay made field-goal attempts of 41 and 45 yards, missed a 50-yard try wide left and drilled all four extra-point attempts in the Buccaneers' 40-34 overtime loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

    Analysis: The rookie's one miss came at the end of the first half and served as his first from 50 yards and greater this season. Gay has been an excellent source of fantasy production overall, as the combination of Bruce Arians' aggressive offensive scheme and Jameis Winston's tendency to stall drives on occasion have led to an abundance of kicking opportunities. Factoring in Sunday's miss, Gay still sports a solid 84.2 percent success rate on field goals and has also been true on 20 of 22 point-after…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 10:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • % Rostered32.5
  • % Change-0.9
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  • WK 11 Proj. Pts8.44

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