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Inks deal with Carolina
The Panthers signed Wright to a reserve/future contract Tuesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wright spent time with Kansas City, the 49ers and the Titans in 2024, converting 15 of his 16 field-goal attempts and all six of his extra-point tries. With Eddy Pineiro set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, Wright's signing provides Carolina with another option at kicker.
Published: Tue, Feb 11 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Sent back to practice squad
Wright reverted to Tennessee's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright was elevated from the Titans' practice squad ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against Houston with Nick Folk (abdomen) unable to play. Wright made both of his field-goal attempts -- a 35-yarder and a 38-yarder -- in the contest and didn't attempt any extra points. The veteran placekicker also saw action in two games with Kansas City and in one game with San Francisco during the campaign, finishing a collective 15-for-16 on field-goal attempts (his only miss came from 59 yards out)…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 9:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated for regular-season finale
The Titans elevated Wright from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Paul Kuharsky of PaulKuharsky.com reports.
Analysis: Wright will serve as the Titans' kicker for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Texans due to Nick Folk (abdomen) being ruled out. Wright made all three of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during Tennessee's Week 17 loss to Jacksonville. Wright and Ka'imi Fairbairn will have their fair share of kicking issues as rain is expected for most, if not all, of Sunday's contest.
Published: Sat, Jan 4 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Sticking around in Tennessee
The Titans signed Wright to the practice squad Wednesday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright was the starting kicker during the Titans' Week 17 loss to the Jaguars, during which he connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try. He was waived by Tennessee on Monday, but now that he's on the practice squad, he could be elevated to the active roster for Sunday's regular-season finale against Houston if Nick Folk (abdomen) is unable to play.
Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Dropped by Tennessee
The Titans waived Wright on Monday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Wright impressed while serving as the Titans' top kicker in the Week 17 loss to the Jaguars, converting on all three of his field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try while filling in for the injured Nick Folk (abdomen). Folk is likely to return and serve as Tennessee's starting kicker in the Week 18 matchup against the Colts after Wright was waived Monday.
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Promoted to active roster
Wright was signed to the Titans' active roster from the practice squad Saturday ahead of Sunday's game in Jacksonville, Jim Wyatt of the team's official website reports.
Analysis: With Nick Folk (abdomen) sidelined again and Brayden Narveson cut earlier in the week, Wright will get the Week 17 nod at kicker for Tennessee. This will be the third team he has kicked for this season. He has gone a combined 11-for-12 on field-goal attempts and 5-for-5 on extra points in three games between the 49ers and Chiefs.
Published: Sat, Dec 28 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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Set to kick for Tennessee on Sunday
The Titans are expected to promote Wright from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Paul Kuharsky of PaulKuharsky.com reports.
Analysis: With Nick Folk (abdomen) still injured, Wright is expected to get the Week 17 nod at kicker after Brayden Narveson was cut Monday following an uneven Week 16 showing versus Indianapolis, where he went two for two on his extra points but missed his lone field-goal attempt. Wright will kick for his third team already this season after he went a combined 11-for-12 on field-goal attempts and 5-for-5 on extra-point tries in three combined games for the 49ers and Chiefs.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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Added to Tennessee's practice squad
The Titans signed Wright to their practice squad Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Wright arrives in Tennessee having previously appeared in three games between stops with the 49ers and Chiefs, during which he converted on 11 of 12 field-goal attempts and five of five extra-point tries. He'll give Tennessee another option at kicker after the team waived Brayden Narveson, who filled in for an injured Nick Folk (abdomen) in Week 16 and hit both of his extra-point tries but misfired on his lone field-goal attempt in a 38-30 loss to the Colts. Wright will likely be elevated to…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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Let go by KC
The Chiefs waived Wright on Saturday.
Analysis: Wright's departure from Kansas City comes as a corresponding move to Harrison Butker (knee) being activated off injured reserve. Wright filled in for Butker during the final two weeks of the latter's absence and went 8-for-9 on field-goal tries, including 1-for-2 from 50-plus yards, while also converting both his extra-point attempts. Wright's overall success this season -- he also went 3-for-3 on field-goal tries earlier in the campaign in one game with the 49ers -- should make him one of the…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 14 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to be cut
Wright is expected to be let go by the Chiefs on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Harrison Butker (knee) is expected to be activated off injured reserve and kick Sunday, which would push out Wright entirely despite going 8-for-9 on FGAs over his two games with the Chiefs this season. Expect the team to formally announce both transactions at some point later Saturday.
Published: Sat, Dec 14 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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Comes through in the clutch
Wright made all four field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Wright was perfect, connecting from 47, 33, and 50 yards out, before converting the game-winning 31-yard try as time expired, sealing a win for the Chiefs. The 28-year-old is now 8-for-9 on FGAs in two games with Kansas City this season and could operate as the team's kicker in Week 15 against the Browns if Harrison Butker (knee) isn't ready to return from IR.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 7:51am by Rotowire.com
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Set to kick Sunday
The Chiefs signed Wright off their practice squad Wednesday.
Analysis: With Spencer Shrader (hamstring) landing on injured reserve Wednesday in a corresponding move, Wright is slated to handle kicking duties for the Chiefs Sunday against the Chargers. Wright -- who had previously knocked down four of five field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point attempt in last Friday's 19-17 win over the Raiders -- may not hold on to the kicking job beyond this week, however. According to Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com, head coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that Harrison…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Wright reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Saturday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright was the Chiefs' placekicker for Friday's game against the Raiders. He went 4-for-5 on field-goal attempts and converted his lone extra-point try as he paced Kansas City to a 19-17 win over Las Vegas. With Harrison Butker (knee) on injured reserve and Spencer Shrader nursing a hamstring injury, Wright could be the Chiefs' starting kicker for Week 14 against the Chargers on Sunday, Dec. 8.
Published: Sat, Nov 30 at 8:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Converts four field goals Friday
Wright went 4-for-5 on field-goal attempts and made his only extra-point try in Friday's 19-17 win against Las Vegas.
Analysis: Wright was elevated from the practice squad Thursday with Harrison Butker on IR due to a knee injury and Spencer Shrader inactive with a hamstring issue. Wright's successful field goals came from 25, 42, 35 and 32 yards out, while his lone miss was a 59-yard try that ended the first half. Wright could kick for the Chiefs again Week 14 against the Chargers -- Butker isn't eligible to return until Week 15, and Shrader wasn't able to practice at all this week due to his injury.
Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 8:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Taking over kicking duties Friday
Wright was elevated from the Chiefs' practice squad Thursday ahead of Friday's matchup against Las Vegas.
Analysis: Wright will kick for Kansas City on Friday, as Spencer Shrader has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury. It will be the second game Wright has kicked in this season -- he was San Francisco's kicker in Week 6 against Seattle and converted all three of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries but hurt his shoulder and back and subsequently landed on IR. Wright has kicked for five teams in his NFL career, and this will be his second stint as a member of the Chiefs.
Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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Joins Chiefs' practice squad
Kansas City signed Wright to its practice squad Tuesday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
Analysis: Interim starting kicker Spencer Shrader is dealing with a hamstring injury ahead of Friday's game versus the Raiders, so it would stand to reason that Wright could be the Chiefs' plan at kicker for Week 13. He has already kicked for a different team this season, making all of his three field-goal tries and converting all three of his extra-point attempts in Week 6 with the 49ers.
Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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Let go by 49ers
The 49ers waived Wright (shoulder) from injured reserve Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright served as the 49ers' kicker in Week 6 against the Seahawks while Jake Moody (ankle) was sidelined. However, Wright suffered shoulder and back injuries during that game, and he was placed on injured reserve prior to San Francisco's Week 7 contest. Once Wright has recovered from his injuries, he'll look to catch on with a team in need of kicking depth, likely on a practice squad.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially placed on IR
The 49ers placed Wright (shoulder/back) on injured reserve Saturday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Wright injured his shoulder and back in Week 6 against the Seahawks as he stepped in as the starting placekicker for Jake Moody (ankle). Anders Carlson was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, and he is expected to be the 49ers' placekicker for as long as Wright and Moody are sidelined. Wright must miss at least the next four games, and the earliest he could return is Week 12 against the Packers on Nov. 24.
Published: Sat, Oct 19 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Out Sunday, likely going to IR
Wright (shoulder/back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Chiefs.
Analysis: Working in place of Jake Moody (ankle) in Week 6 at Seattle, Wright emerged from the game with shoulder and back injuries that didn't allow him to practice Wednesday through Friday. Per Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle, the 49ers are expected to place Wright on injured reserve Saturday and subsequently elevate Anders Carlson from the practice squad. Considering Moody is expected to be out about one month, Carlson presumably will get a few chances to serve as the 49ers' regular…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice Thursday
Wright (shoulder/back) did not participate at the 49ers' practice Thursday.
Analysis: Wright was forced to miss a second straight practice to open the week as he tends to shoulder and back injuries. The kicker injured himself making a tackle in San Francisco's win over the Seahawks in Week 6 and his availability for Week 7 is now in question. Wright will look to return to practice Friday, but if he can't go Sunday against Kansas City, Anders Carlson will likely be elevated to the active roster in his place. Top placekicker Jake Moody (ankle) was also unavailable for Thursday's…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice Wednesday
Wright (shoulder) was held out of practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Wright injured his shoulder while making a tackle late in last Thursday's win over Seattle. An MRI returned negative, and early indications were that Wright would be be able to avoid missing any time, but his absence to begin the practice week casts at least a little doubt on his status for Sunday's game against Kansas City. Jake Moody -- who is the 49ers' kicker when healthy -- is still recovering from a high-ankle sprain and isn't likely to be ready to play Week 7, so if Wright joins him on…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 7:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be good for Week 7
Wright is expected to serve as the 49ers' placekicker on Sunday, Oct. 20 against the Chiefs after an MRI on his shoulder returned negative Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Wright got hurt while attempting to tackle Seahawks returner Dee Williams on a kickoff late in the fourth quarter of Thursday's 36-24 win. He was spotted getting examined by a member of the 49ers' staff afterward, but the nature of the injury wasn't known until coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to the media Friday, when he told Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com that Wright dislocated his shoulder. Wright likely will focus on rehab versus practice in advance of the Week 7 showdown with the Chiefs, but the 49ers…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Hurts shoulder in SF debut
Wright dislocated his shoulder during Thursday's 36-24 win over the Seahawks and is awaiting an MRI on the injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wright suffered the injury while making a tackle late in the game. Prior to that, he was effective filling in for Jake Moody (ankle), converting all three of his field-goal attempts and adding three successful PATs. If Wright is unable to recover before the 49ers host the Chiefs on Sunday, Oct. 20, San Francisco would have to turn to its third kicker in three games.
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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New kicker in Bay Area
Wright agreed to a contract with the 49ers on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: One of five kickers who worked out for the 49ers on Monday, Wright emerged as the winner of the competition to replace Jake Moody, who is likely to miss at least Thursday's game against the Seahawks due to a high-ankle sprain. Wright has seen NFL action in each of the last four seasons across stops with Pittsburgh, Jacksonville, Kansas City and Carolina, converting 40 of 47 field-goal attempts (85.1 percent) with a career long of 59 yards. San Francisco's offense ranks second in the NFL in…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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Time up in Pittsburgh
The Steelers released Wright on Monday, Teresa Varley of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Wright has logged previous stints with Pittsburgh, as well as a number of other NFL teams, but he was never a true candidate to beat out Chris Boswell for a spot on the Steelers' 53-man roster. He could be a candidate to resurface on Pittsburgh's practice squad if he doesn't find a role elsewhere.
Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with Pittsburgh
The Steelers signed Wright on Wednesday.
Analysis: Wright, who has had previous stints with the Steelers since entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2019, has also spent time with the Falcons, Panthers, Lions, Patriots and 49ers. Now that the well-traveled 28-year-old kicker is back with Pittsburgh, he'll provide the team with depth behind top option Chris Boswell.
Published: Wed, Apr 10 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Wright reverted to the Panthers' practice squad Monday.
Analysis: Wright was elevated to the active roster ahead of Sunday's 9-0 loss to the Buccaneers, missing his only field-goal attempt from 52 yards in the contest. The kicker spent the 2023 campaign on and off of multiple practice squads, and he will look to earn an active roster spot in 2024.
Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to kick Sunday
Wright is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers and will serve as the team's kicker in Week 18, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: Wright will fill in for Eddy Pineiro, who sustained a hamstring injury early in last week's 26-0 loss to the Jaguars and won't be available for the finale. The 27-year-old Wright last kicked for the Steelers in 2022, suiting up four times and making 12 of 14 field-goal attempts.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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Elevated to active roster
The Panthers elevated Wright to the active roster Saturday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: The move comes with Eddy Pineiro (hamstring) listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Buccaneers. Wright has jumped around multiple practice squads this season before linking up with the Panthers on Tuesday. He'll suit up for Week 18 if Pineiro is ruled out.
Published: Sat, Jan 6 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Cut from practice squad
The Chiefs cut Wright from their practice squad Monday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: When Harrison Butker was dealing with back spasms during the regular season, Wright made two appearances for the Chiefs, connecting on 3-of-4 field-goal attempts and all eight of his extra-point tries. However, Wright hasn't played in a game since Week 13 and will lose his spot on the practice squad ahead of the Super Bowl. In a corresponding move, Kansas City re-signed Jerrion Ealy to its practice squad.
Published: Mon, Jan 30 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Moves back to practice squad
Wright reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright was brought up from the practice squad ahead of Saturday's game against the Raiders to serve as Kansas City's emergency kicker behind starter Harrison Butker, who was considered questionable to play with a back issue. However, with Butker available, the practice-squad kicker was ultimately ruled inactive pregame. Wright could be elevated again if Butker's health status either worsens or remains the same heading into the Chiefs' first playoff game during the divisional round of the…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Saturday
Wright (coach's decision) will not play Saturday against the Raiders, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Harrison Butker is good to go, making Wright -- who was elevated from the practice squad Friday -- an unneeded luxury Saturday. It's entirely possible the team may have to follow the same cadence next week depending on how Butker's back is feeling after Week 18 action.
Published: Sat, Jan 7 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Added to roster, could kick Week 18
The Chiefs elevated Wright from the practice squad Friday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: The fact that Kansas City is using one of its two allotted practice-squad elevations on Wright signals that Harrison Butker (back) -- who is listed as questionable -- may not play Saturday against the Raiders. If Butker is placed on the inactive list ahead of Saturday's 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff, Wright would step in to handle kicking duties for Kansas City. For fantasy leagues still playing out Week 18 that include a kicker spot, Wright could be worthy of a pickup, given that he'll be tied to one…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with Chiefs' practice squad
The Chiefs signed Wright to their practice squad Friday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: With Harrison Butker currently listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Raiders due to a back issue, Wright will now provide additional kicking depth just in case the latter won't be available in Week 18. The 26-year-old appeared in two games for Kansas City earlier this year, converting three of his four field-goal attempts and all eight extra-point tries in that span. Wright then kicked for Pittsburgh across four games later in the season and went 12-for-14 on field-goal tries…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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Works out for Kansas City
The Chiefs brought in Wright for a tryout Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Wright has spent the majority of the season either unsigned or on practice squads, though he's appeared in six games as a fill-in kicker for both Kansas City and Pittsburgh this season. The 26-year-old has been a reliable option, going 15-of-18 on his field-goal attempts while converting all 15 extra-point tries this season. With Chiefs starting kicker Harrison Butker dealing with back spasms, coach Andy Reid said "there's a chance" the team could add an extra kicker ahead of Saturday's…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 5 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Pittsburgh
Wright was waived by the Steelers on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Chris Boswell was activated off injured reserve following a lengthy absence due to a groin injury, making Wright's roster spot redundant. It was a solid stint for the fourth-year kicker, as Wright converted 12 of his 14 field-goal attempts, including going 6-of-7 from 40-plus yards. Expect Wright to wind up on a practice squad before season's end.
Published: Sat, Dec 10 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect against Atlanta
Wright converted all four of his field-goal attempts while making his lone extra-point try during the Steelers' 19-16 win over Atlanta on Sunday.
Analysis: Wright's first field goal of Sunday's matchup ricocheted off the right upright before going in, but the 26-year-old was perfect for a third consecutive week to lead the Steelers to a second straight win. Over his last three appearances, he's made all 10 of his field-goal attempts while converting all five of his extra-point tries. Chris Boswell (groin) is eligible to return as early as next week, but the Steelers haven't yet indicated when they expect him to be back in action. Until Boswell is…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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Perfect once again
Wright converted all three of his field-goal attempts while making his lone extra-point try during the Steelers' 24-17 win over the Colts on Monday.
Analysis: Wright missed two field-goal attempts during his Steelers debut against the Saints in Week 10, but he's converted all 10 of his kicks over the last two weeks, including a 52-yard attempt during Monday's primetime win. He'll likely continue to serve as Pittsburgh's kicker next week against Atlanta, but his role after Week 13 likely depends on when Chris Boswell (groin) is cleared to return from injured reserve.
Published: Tue, Nov 29 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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Perfect in loss
Wright converted all three of his field-goal attempts while making all three of his extra-point tries during the Steelers' 37-30 loss to Cincinnati on Sunday.
Analysis: Wright missed two field-goal attempts during last week's win over the Saints, but he had a chance to redeem himself in Week 11. The 26-year-old had plenty of opportunities against the Bengals, and he drilled six kicks during the narrow loss. Chris Boswell (groin) will miss at least two more games, so Wright should have the chance to continue serving as the Steelers' kicker after Sunday's strong performance.
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 7:18am by Rotowire.com
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Kicking again in Week 11
Head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Tuesday that Wright would retain kicking duties for the Steelers in the team's Week 11 game against the Bengals, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Wright will get another shot at redemption after misfiring from 39 and 48 yards out on two of his four field-goal attempts in this past Sunday's 20-10 win over the Saints. The 26-year-old has converted at a respectable 83.3 percent rate from the field over parts of three NFL seasons, so the Steelers believe the erratic showing against the Saints was more of an outlier performance. Pittsburgh will have an opening for Wright for at least three more games after Chris Boswell (groin) was placed on…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 15 at 9:40am by Rotowire.com
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Struggles in team debut
Wright converted two of four field-goal attempts while making both of his extra-point tries during the Steelers' 20-10 win over the Saints on Sunday.
Analysis: Wright handled kicking duties for Pittsburgh in Week 10 after Chris Boswell (groin) was placed on injured reserve. Wright made his two kicks in the first half but struggled after halftime and missed a 39-yard field-goal attempt in the third quarter before missing a 48-yard try in the fourth. The 26-year-old made three of four field-goal attempts while converting all eight of his extra-point tries over two games with Kansas City earlier in the year, and it's not yet clear whether he'll continue…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 7:30am by Rotowire.com
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Taking over for injured Boswell
Wright will step in as Pittsburgh's kicker beginning with Sunday's game against the Saints after Chris Boswell (groin) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Analysis: Wright had already been expected to handle kicking duties this weekend after the Steelers signed him off the Chiefs' practice squad Wednesday, but Boswell's move to IR gives the former a more extended opportunity. Boswell will have to spend a minimum of four games on IR, clearing the way for Wright to continue to build on what's been a strong start to his NFL career. Despite having bounced around the league since going undrafted in 2019, Wright has converted 28 of his 32 field-goal attempts…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 10 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches on with Steelers
Pittsburgh signed Wright off Kansas City's practice squad Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
Analysis: Wright made his NFL debut with the Steelers in 2020, but he's since had stints with the Jaguars and Chiefs, the latter of whom he appeared with in two games earlier this season. Over 19 career NFL games, Wright has converted 28 of 32 field-goal attempts and 28 of 30 extra-point tries. The Steelers' decision to sign him suggests that he'll likely serve as the team's kicker Week 10 against the Saints while Chris Boswell continues to tend to a groin injury following Pittsburgh's bye week.
Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 7:39am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice squad
Wright reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad.
Analysis: In Week 5's matchup against the Raiders, Wright made one of his two field goal attempts for 59 yards but missed his attempt from 41. The 26-year-old kicker also made all three of his extra point attempts. Wright will have one more attempt for activation while on the Chiefs' practice squad in 2022.
Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Up from practice squad
The Chiefs have elevated Wright from their practice squad ahead of Monday night's game against the Raiders, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: With Harrison Butker out due to a left ankle injury, Wright is slated to handle the team's kicking duties for the second game in a row. In Kansas City's 41-31 win over the Buccaneers in Week 4, Wright made both of his field-goal attempts en route to recording 11 points.
Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice squad
Wright reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright converted both of his field-goal attempts and all five of his PATs after being elevated to Kansas City's active roster in Week 4. The 26-year-old joined the Chiefs' practice squad last Tuesday to serve as the team's backup kicker behind Harrison Butker (ankle), who sat out for the third week in a row Sunday. Wright will now be eligible for two more activations while on Kansas City's practice squad this season.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 8:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to kick Sunday
Wright was elevated to the active roster Saturday and will kick for the Chiefs on Sunday with Harrison Butker (ankle) sidelined.
Analysis: Wright joined the Chiefs' practice squad earlier this week and won't waste any time jumping up to the active roster. The second-year kicker was relatively automatic last year with the Jaguars, missing just three of his 24 field goals, but all three of those misses came from 40-plus yards out. Conditions could be tricky with Sunday's game being played in Tampa Bay, as the state of Florida continues to deal with the damage from the most recent hurricane.
Published: Sat, Oct 1 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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Secures practice squad deal
Wright was signed to the Chiefs' practice squad Tuesday, Charles Goldman of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Wright was added by Kansas City, as starting kicker Harrison Butker, who returned to practice Wednesday, is still working his way back from an ankle injury suffered in Week 1. The practice-squad kicker went 34-of-39 on total kicking attempts over 14 games with Jacksonville last season, so he will provide a reliable backup option if Butker sits out once again this Sunday against the Buccaneers.
Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 7:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go Wednesday
Wright was released by the Jaguars on Wednesday, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: The Jaguars cut Wright coming off a season in which he appeared in 14 contests and made 21 of 24 field-goal attempts. He took over for the released Josh Lambo in Week 4 last season and never relinquished kicker duties. However, with a new coaching staff in place of 2022, Wright apparently wasn't viewed as sufficient competition for Ryan Santoso and Andrew Mevis, who remain on hand as the Jaguars' kicking options.
Published: Wed, May 11 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect on six kicks in finale
Wright made all four field-goal attempts and both PATs during Sunday's 26-11 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Wright made field goals from 20, 22, 31 and 39 yards and finished the campaign by making his last 14 attempts. The 25-year-old served as Jacksonville's kicker for 14 games, and he went 21-for-24 on field goals and 13-for-15 on extra points. Wright remains under contract for 2022 and should be the favorite to kick next season, though the Jags may bring in some competition.
Published: Tue, Jan 11 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes both kicks in blowout
Wright made his lone field-goal attempt and his lone PAT during Sunday's 50-10 loss at New England.
Analysis: Jacksonville's offense managed only 11 first downs, so Wright once again had limited opportunities in the kicking game. He missed his first field goal of the season but is 16-for-18 on field goals over the past 10 games. Despite not missing a field goal since Week 10, Wright won't be on the fantasy radar for the final game of the regular season given the offense's struggles.
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 11:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect on three kicks
Wright made all three field-goal attempts and did not attempt an extra-point during Sunday's 26-21 loss to the Jets.
Analysis: Wright converted field goals from 21, 40 and 45 yards but never receive a PAT opportunity since Jacksonville attempted two-point conversions on all three touchdowns. The 25-year-old has now kicked three field goals in each of the past two games after not attempting any over the previous two contests. The inconsistent offense limits his fantasy value, but Wright has come on strong and is 16-for-19 on field-goal attempts and 10-for-12 on PATs this season.
Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes four kicks in loss
Wright made all three field-goal attempts and his lone PAT during Sunday's 30-16 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: Wright hadn't attempted a field goal over the previous two games but was successful on three attempts from within 40 yards Sunday. The 25-year-old is 13-for-16 on field goals and 10-for-12 on PATs through 11 games this season.
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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No opportunities Week 14
Wright didn't attempt a kick during Sunday's 20-0 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Wright delivered the opening kickoff but never took the field again Sunday, as Jacksonville's offense mustered only 192 yards and had four turnovers. The 25-year-old has one successful PAT and zero field-goal attempts over the past two games.
Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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Converts only PAT
Wright made his lone extra-point attempt and did not attempt a field goal during Sunday's 37-7 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Wright received only a single opportunity to kick Sunday as Jacksonville's offense mustered only 3.6 yards per play. The 25-year-old simply doesn't see enough scoring opportunities to warrant fantasy consideration.
Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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Makes both field goals
Wright converted both field-goal attempts and did not attempt an extra-point during Sunday's 21-14 loss to Atlanta.
Analysis: Wright converted from 22 and 34 yards in the contest, and the Jaguars opted for a two-point conversion on their only touchdown of the afternoon. He continue to have limited fantasy upside in poor offense that has topped the 20-point mark only three times in 11 games.
Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Converts both kicks
Wright made his only field-goal attempt and his lone PAT during Sunday's 30-10 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: The Jacksonville offense mustered only 200 total yards Sunday, so Wright had only two scoring opportunities, which he capitalized on. The 25-year-old is 8-for-11 on field goals and 8-for-10 on PATs in seven games this season.
Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses two kicks in loss
Wright made one of two field-goal attempts and missed his lone PAT during Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: Wright missed wide right on the extra point following Jacksonville's first touchdown, and he was wide right again from 51 yards during the third quarter. The 25-year-old did convert from 56 yards to close out the first half. Wright has attempted only two fields goals from inside 40 yards in six games, though he is 4-for-6 on attempts from 50-plus yards.
Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Provides only scoring in win
Wright made three of four field-goal attempts during Sunday's 9-6 win over the Bills.
Analysis: Wright converted from 21, 39 and 55 yards to supply Jacksonville's only points of the afternoon, He also missed wide left from 42 yards during the third quarter, which was comically preceded by two unofficial misses that were negated by penalties. Wright is 6-for-8 on field goals and 7-for-8 on PATs through five games this season, and he remains a fantasy kicker to avoid given the overall struggles of the Jacksonville offense.
Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes extra-point attempt
Wright made his lone PAT and didn't attempt a field goal during Sunday's 31-7 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Jacksonville's offense struggled most of the day, and its only drive that went beyond the Seattle 38-yard line resulted in a touchdown. Wright is 3-for-4 on field goals and 7-for-8 on PATs in four games this season, and the Jaguars' offense doesn't supply enough scoring chances for him to be fantasy relevant, even if he made every kick.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Converts game-winning kick
Wright made all three field-goal attempts and both PATs during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: The Jaguars entered Sunday's contest without a made field goal on the season, but Wright came through three times in London, inlcuding the game-winning kick from 53 yards as time expired. He also converted from 40 and 54 yards. Josh Lambo remains on the roster for now, but the kicking job should be Wright's job moving forward following his Week 6 performance.
Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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Retains kicking job
Wright will serve as the Jaguars' kicker Sunday against the Dolphins in London with Josh Lambo (coach's decision) inactive for the contest, Mia O'Brien of First Coast News Jacksonville reports.
Analysis: For the second straight week, Wright has won out in the competition for kicking duties with Lambo, who has been forced to battle for his job since his Week 4 absence due to a personal matter. Though he converted on only one of two extra-point tries and hit the crossbar and missed on a 53-yard attempt in last week's loss to the Titans, Wright could build up some more job security with a stronger showing in London.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 5:20am by Rotowire.com
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Signs on with Jacksonville
Wright signed a contract with the Jaguars on Saturday, John Shipley of SI.com reports.
Analysis: It sure seems like Josh Lambo's tenure with the team could be coming to an end, and at least for the immediate future expect Wright to once again handle the primary kicking duties. Wright has attempted just one field goal over the last two weeks as a starter, but he's at least gone 4-for-5 on extra-point attempts over that stretch.
Published: Sat, Oct 16 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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Reverts back to practice squad
Wright reverted back to the Jaguars' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright operated as the primary kicker Sunday, as Josh Lambo (coach's decision) was inactive. However, he failed to take advantage of the opportunity, as he hit the upright on a PAT during the first quarter and left a 53-yard field goal short.
Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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Misses PAT
Wright made one of two PATs and missed his lone field-goal attempt during Sunday's 37-19 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Wright hit the right upright on a PAT during the first quarter, and he also came up short and hit the crossbar on a 53-yard field goal. The 25-year-old won the kicking competition with Josh Lambo last week, but he was unable to fully take advantage of the game opportunity. Lambo and Wright are a combined 0-for-4 on field-goal attempts as the Jaguars have yet to convert one this season. Wright was a gameday elevation Sunday and will revert back to the practice squad, and it's uncertain if he'll…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Handling kicking duties
Wright is active for Sunday's game against the Titans and will handle kicking duties.
Analysis: Wright was elevated from the practice squad for Sunday's game and will operate as Jacksonville's kicker with Josh Lambo (coach's decision) inactive. Wright made his team debut last week and made all three of his PAT attempts.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Elevated for Week 5
Wright was elevated from the Jaguars' practice squad Saturday.
Analysis: Wright will join the active roster for a second straight game after he converted all three of his extra-point tries last week. Josh Lambo could be active, but Wright seems to have a good chance to handle kicking duties against Tennessee.
Published: Sat, Oct 9 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to practice squad
Wright has reverted to the Jaguars' practice squad per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Wright replaced Josh Lambo (personal) on the team's active roster for Thursday's Week 4 loss to the Bengals. He converted all of his PATs and did not attempt a field goal during the contest.
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 7:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Converts three PATs
Wright made all three of his PATs and did not attempt a field goal during Thursday's 24-21 loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: The 25-year-old was promoted from the practice squad to kick Thursday with Josh Lambo (personal) unavailable, and he delivered on the few opportunities he had versus Cincinnati. Wright is poised to revert to the practice squad, but he could receive a longer look from the Jags given Lambo is 0-for-3 on field goals and 5-for-7 on PATs through three games this season.
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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Officially promoted for Week 4
The Jaguars elevated Wright from their practice squad ahead of Thursday's game against the Bengals, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: As expected, Wright will at least temporarily join the Jaguars to handle kicking duties while Josh Lambo (personal) misses the Week 4 matchup. Jacksonville hasn't indicated that Lambo will miss additional time beyond Thursday's game, but a solid showing by Wright could put Lambo's job on notice in any case. Through the Jaguars' first three games, Lambo has missed all three of his field-goal attempts and has converted on only five of seven extra-point tries.
Published: Thu, Sep 30 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Kicking for Jacksonville in Week 4
The Jaguars will elevate Wright from their practice squad to handle kicking duties Thursday against the Bengals, J.P. Shadrick of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: He'll be summoned as a replacement for Josh Lambo (personal), who was been ruled out for the contest. Assuming Lambo's absence from the team isn't a long-term concern, Wright will likely revert to the practice squad shortly after Thursday's contest. Wright's previous NFL action came in three games with the Steelers last season, when he connected on all four of his field-goal attempts and all seven of his extra-point tries.
Published: Wed, Sep 29 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Joins Jacksonville's practice squad
The Jaguars signed Wright to their practice squad Monday.
Analysis: Wright was with the Lions during training camp, but he was waived in favor of Zane Gonzalez. Josh Lambo, Jacksonville's current kicker, has had a rough start to the season. He has missed all three of his field-goal attempts (two of which were beyond 50 yards) this year, and he missed two extra points during Sunday's loss to the Cardinals. Wright may be looking at an elevation if Lambo continues to struggle.
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Detroit
Wright was waived by the Lions on Tuesday.
Analysis: Wright inked a reserve/future contract with the Lions in January but will be let go after opening camp with the team. Zane Gonzalez was signed in a corresponding move to compete with Randy Bullock.
Published: Tue, Aug 10 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets deal with Lions
Detroit signed Wright to a reserve/future contract Friday, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Wright appeared in three games with the Steelers in 2020, starting place of Chris Boswell while the latter dealt with a groin injury. In that span, Wright converted all four of his field-goal tries and all seven extra-point attempts. Matt Prater is set to hit free agency this offseason.
Published: Fri, Jan 22 at 8:05am by Rotowire.com
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Heads to practice roster
Wright reverted to the Steelers' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Wright played the last two games in place of Chris Boswell (groin). In that stretch, Wright connected on all three field-goal attempts and all five extra-point tries. If Boswell's healthy, he'll be the Steelers' starting kicker in Sunday's wild-card game against the Browns. Otherwise, Wright will get the nod again.
Published: Tue, Jan 5 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect once again
Wright converted on all three of his field-goal attempts while also making his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Wright filled in for Chris Boswell (groin) once again Sunday, and he was perfect on four kicks during the regular-season finale. Boswell will likely handle the kicking duties in the playoffs considering he's healthy, but Wright could have the chance to compete for a starting role with a team in 2021 given his performance over the past several weeks.
Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to active roster
Wright was elevated to the Steelers' active roster Saturday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Wright made his second appearance of the season in Week 16 against the Colts, making all four of his extra-point attempts in the process. He'll be the Steelers' kicker again in Week 17 with Chris Boswell (groin) still sidelined.
Published: Sat, Jan 2 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Moved back to practice squad
Wright reverted to the Steelers' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Wright converted on all four of his point-after tries during Sunday's win over Indianapolis, though he was not afforded a field-goal attempt in the contest. The 24-year-old has been reliable over two appearances this season, knocking down all six of his PATs while draining his lone field-goal try of 37 yards Week 13 against Washington. As Chris Boswell continues to deal with a groin injury, there remains a chance of Wright being activated for Pittsburgh's regular-season finale at Cleveland.
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 5:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Converts on four extra-point tries
Wright didn't attempt any field goals but converted on all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Wright was filling in for Chris Boswell (groin) for the second time this season, and he was perfect on his four kicks during the comeback win. The UCF product has been effective when needed during limited action this year, but he should return to the practice squad if Boswell is healthy enough to play against the Browns in Week 17.
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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Kicking for Pittsburgh in Week 16
Pittsburgh elevated Wright to the active roster Saturday.
Analysis: Chris Boswell has been ruled out ahead of Week 16 because of a groin injury, aligning the 24-year-old Wright for his second NFL appearance. The UCF product went 2-for-2 on extra points while converting his lone field-goal try of 37 yards during a Week 13 loss to Washington.
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to practice squad
Wright reverted from Pittsburgh's active roster to the practice squad Tuesday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: The 24-year-old was perfect in his debut Monday against Washington, making his lone field-goal attempt and both PATs during the loss. The availability of Chris Boswell (hip) will determine whether Wright receives another chance to kick Week 14.
Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Perfect on three kicks
Wright converted on his lone field-goal attempt while making two extra-point tries in Monday's 23-17 loss to Washington.
Analysis: Wright made his NFL debut Monday with Chris Boswell (hip) inactive, and the 24-year-old performed well with the opportunities he was given. Wright's status for the Steelers' Week 14 contest against Buffalo depends on Boswell's health Sunday.
Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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Officially elevated Monday
The Steelers elevated Wright to the active roster from the practice squad Monday, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.
Analysis: The transaction can be taken as an indication that Wright will serve as Pittsburgh's starting kicker for Monday's game against Washington, with Chris Boswell (hip) having been downgraded to doubtful. Wright spent training camp with the Steelers back in 2019, and it looks like he's trending toward his NFL debut.
Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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Likely Pittsburgh kicker in Week 13
The Steelers are expected to elevate Wright from the practice squad to serve as their kicker Monday against Washington, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: A second-year pro out of Central Florida, Wright looks poised to make his NFL debut Week 13 after the Steelers downgraded top kicker Chris Boswell (hip) from questionable to doubtful for the contest. Wright's stint with the organization spans less than a week after he was signed to the practice squad Nov. 30, but he attended training camp with the Steelers in 2019. During his collegiate career, Wright converted 55 of 71 field-goal attempts (77.5 percent), with a long of 50 yards.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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