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  • Cut loose by Giants

    The Giants waived Koo on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: After being cut by the Falcons following Week 1, Koo has now been booted off a team's roster for the second time this season following another erratic kicking performance. In Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Commanders, Koo knocked down all three of his point-after tries but failed to connect on field goals from 52 and 51 yards, with both attempts missing by fair margins. Altogether, Koo missed three kicks (two field goals, one extra point) on 18 attempts during his five-game run as New York's…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 16 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses both FGAs vs. Washington

    Koo missed both of his field-goal attempts and went 3-for-3 on extra-point tries during the Giants' 29-21 loss to the Commanders on Sunday.

    Analysis: Both of Koo's field-goal attempts Sunday came from 50-plus yards and both missed to the left. It was Koo's first field-goal misses in five games with the Giants, and he's now 4-for-6 on field-goal attempts and 11-for-12 on extra-point tries with New York.

    Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Flubs potential FG attempt in loss

    Koo made his only extra-point try and didn't technically attempt a field goal in Monday's Week 13 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Koo was called upon to attempt a 46-yard field goal in the second quarter, but he stubbed his foot into the ground before making the contact with the ball, leaving holder Jamie Gillian out to dry on a play that went into the box score as a 13-yard loss rather than a FG try. That botched play was emblematic of the Giants performance as a whole in a game during which they were never competitive, and perhaps of the team's season as a whole, as New York has dealt with inexplicable mistakes and…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 1 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes all five kicks in defeat

    Koo converted both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries in the Giants' 34-27 overtime loss to the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: Koo's field goals were good from 21 and 44 yards out, and he's now made all four field-goal tries and nine of 10 extra points in three games with the Giants. New York will travel to New England two Monday nights from now for a Week 13 date with the Patriots. New England has been stingy against kickers in fantasy this season.

    Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 5:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No FGAs in defeat

    Koo did not attempt a field goal and went 2-for-3 on PATs in Sunday's 27-20 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Koo went without a field-goal try in his second start with the Giants, and he did miss an extra-point attempt for the first time in three games this season. The kicker has now gone 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts while making four of five PATs over two contests with New York. With Graham Gano (neck) done for the year, Koo has a straightforward path to consistent work for the remainder of the season.

    Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 8:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to active roster

    The Giants signed Koo from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Making his first appearance since the Falcons released him after Week 1 this past Sunday in Chicago, Koo made both field-goal attempts and both point-after tries in place of Graham Gano, who was diagnosed with a herniated disc in his neck. New York placed Gano on injured reserve Wednesday, so Koo is lined up to be the team's primary placekicker for the foreseeable future. In addition to Koo, the Giants are still rostering kicker Jude McAtamney on the practice squad.

    Published: Sat, Nov 15 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moved back to practice squad

    The Giants reverted Koo to their practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: Koo was elevated for Sunday's Week 10 loss to Chicago and made both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries. His elevation was a result of veteran kicker Graham Gano missing the game due to a neck injury. Koo will likely be the Giants' kicker again Sunday versus Green Bay if Gano isn't ready to return to action.

    Published: Mon, Nov 10 at 7:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes four kicks in Week 10 loss

    Koo converted both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries in New York's loss to Chicago on Sunday.

    Analysis: Bumped up from the practice squad Saturday to kick for an injured Graham Gano (neck), Koo was perfect on his four tries against the Bears. His field-goal makes were from 19 and 32 yards out, and it was Koo's first game action since Week 1, when he was with the Falcons. It's unclear if Koo will keep the kicking job over Gano moving forward.

    Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bumps up from practice squad

    The Giants elevated Koo from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Once Graham Gano was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game at Chicago, Koo was expected to fill in for him, but a transaction needed to be made to get him on the active roster. Koo thus will be making his first appearance since he missed a potential game-winning field goal in Week 1 and promptly was jettisoned by the Falcons. For his career, Koo has connected on 181 of 211 FGAs (85.8 percent) in 93 regular-season games.

    Published: Sat, Nov 8 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Kicking for Giants in Week 10

    Koo will kick for the Giants against the Bears on Sunday in the absence of Graham Gano (neck), Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: Koo will be elevated from the practice squad prior to Sunday's game. He was released by the Falcons after missing one of his three field-goal attempts in Week 1. Koo has a career field-goal percentage of 85.8 percent, but he converted at a 73.5 percent rate in 2024.

    Published: Fri, Nov 7 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Competing for starting role

    Koo will compete with Jude McAtamney for the Giants' top place kicker spot ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chargers, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

    Analysis: Though head coach Brian Daboll hasn't officially ruled out Graham Gano (groin) in Week 4, Gano is expected to be placed on injured reserve in the coming days. Thus, Koo will have the opportunity to compete for New York's top kicker position after being released by the Falcons on Sept. 19. The Georgia Southern product converted on 25 of his 34 field-goal tries and all 26 of his extra-point attempts in 2024 with Atlanta.

    Published: Wed, Sep 24 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to Giants' practice squad

    The Giants signed Koo to the practice squad Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Koo was released by the Falcons on Friday after going 2-for-3 in Week 1 against the Buccaneers before not playing Week 2 against the Vikings. He'll get another opportunity with the Giants and could be elevated to the active roster for Sunday's game against the Chargers if Graham Gano (groin) is unable to play.

    Published: Tue, Sep 23 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut loose by Atlanta

    The Falcons released Koo on Friday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: After opening his career with a 3-for-6 showing on field-goal attempts in a four-game stint with the Chargers in 2017, Koo resurfaced with the Falcons in 2019 and had been the team's trusted kicker in the meantime until Week 1 of this season, when he missed a potential game-winning 44-yarder against the Buccaneers. Atlanta then signed Parker Romo to the practice squad and elevated him ahead of this past Sunday's game at Minnesota, while Koo didn't travel with the team. Romo connected on all…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 19 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Koo didn't travel with the team to Minnesota and won't play in Sunday's game versus the Vikings, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Parker Romo -- who was elevated from the practice squad Saturday -- will take over as the Falcons' kicker for at least one game, though it wouldn't be surprising if he permanently usurps Koo on the depth chart with a strong showing in Minnesota. Koo will end up ceding kicking duties to Romo in Week 2 after missing a 44-yard field-goal attempt late in the fourth quarter of last Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers. His struggles date back to last season, when he connected on just 73.5 percent…read more

    Published: Sat, Sep 13 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could face competition for job

    Head coach Raheem Morris said Monday that the Falcons will work out some kickers this week after Koo missed a 44-yard field-goal attempt late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 23-20 loss to Tampa Bay, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports. "You have to say [Koo is the kicker] right now, but we'll work out some veterans, we'll work out some up-and-comers," Morris said, highlighting Lenny Krieg, who is on Atlanta's practice squad, as a "developing prospect" for the team.

    Analysis: One of the more reliable kickers in the league from 2019 through 2023, Koo converted a career-worst 73.5 percent of his field-goal attempts last season. In Week 1, Koo connected from 41 and 36 yards before pushing what would have been a game-tying field goal wide right at the end of regulation. Though Krieg is part of the organization as a member of the practice squad, the Falcons could bring aboard a veteran kicker with prior NFL experience to pose a more serious threat to potentially…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses crucial kick late

    Koo went 2-for-3 on field-goal attempts and made both of his extra-point tries during the Falcons' 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Koo had no problem connecting on field goals from 41 and 36 yards in the second and third quarter, respectively. He had a chance to send Sunday's game to overtime, but his 44-yard field goal sailed wide right, allowing the Bucs to take a knee on the next play to seal the game. Koo is coming off a disappointing 2024 campaign in which he went just 25-for-34 (73.5 percent) on his field-goal attempts, including 6-for-9 on tries from 50-plus yards. He'll look to bounce back in Week 2 against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 6:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy ahead of 2025

    Koo (hip) was an active participant on the first day of Atlanta's OTAs on Tuesday, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official website reports.

    Analysis: Koo was back out on the practice field after missing the Falcons' last three contests of 2024 with a right hip injury. The veteran kicker made 25 of 34 field-goal attempts while making all 26 of his extra-point tries over 14 games last year. Koo's 74 percent field-goal percentage in 2024 was a career low, and he'll look to stay healthy and bounce back in 2025.

    Published: Tue, May 27 at 4:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in 2024

    Koo (hip) finished the 2024 regular season connecting on 25 of 34 field-goal attempts and all 26 of his extra-point tries across 14 games.

    Analysis: Koo connected on at least 86 percent of his field-goal attempts in the five seasons prior to 2024 and was one of the league's most accurate kickers over that span. He started out making all nine of his field-goal attempts over the first four games of the regular season, but he went just 8-for-15 on his field-goal tries over the next six contests, including 1-for-4 in Week 10 against the Saints. Part of Koo's accuracy issues may have been due to him attempting to play through a right hip injury,…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 29 at 5:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes on IR

    Atlanta placed Koo on injured reserve Wednesday, after the kicker was believed to have aggravated a right hip injury in Monday's 15-9 win over the Raiders, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Koo hadn't been included on the Falcons' Week 15 injury report before playing in Las Vegas, though Atlanta had listed him on its report back in Week 13 due to the hip issue. He converted an extra-point attempt and field goals from 40 and 48 yards Monday before misfiring on his fourth and final kick of the night, a 42-yard try with 5:31 remaining in the fourth quarter. Koo may have aggravated the hip issue on that attempt, and with his move to injured reserve, he'll have to miss the final three…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for IR

    The Falcons are expected to place Koo on injured reserve this week after he suffered an undisclosed injury in Monday's 15-9 win over the Raiders, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The nature of Koo's injury likely won't be revealed until Atlanta releases its first Week 16 injury report later Wednesday, but his expected move to IR means that he'll miss the final three games of the regular season plus the wild-card round of the playoffs, should the Falcons clinch a spot in the postseason. With Koo set to go on IR, the Falcons plan to sign Riley Patterson off the Browns' practice squad to handle kicking duties. The 30-year-old Koo knocked down at least 86 percent of his…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing injury after Monday's game

    Head coach Raheem Morris said that Koo "kind of hurt himself a bit" in Monday's 15-9 win over the Raiders, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports. "We'll figure it out more [Wednesday] after the medical things get in," Morris said.

    Analysis: Koo knocked down his lone extra-point try and made field-goal attempts of 48 and 40 yards before missing wide left on his final kick of the night, a 42-yarder with 5:31 remaining in the fourth quarter. It's unclear if the injury Morris alluded to contributed to the miss, but Koo's 73.5 percent FG% in 2024 (25-for-34, including two misses in the 30-39 yard range) is by far a career low.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back with perfect showing

    Koo made both field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during Sunday's 42-21 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: While Koo was perfect Sunday, both field-goal attempts were shorter than a PAT. The veteran kicker is on track for his worst field-goal percentage as a Falcon, but he's shown a slight improvement in recent weeks, going 8-for-9 on kicks over his last three appearances.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles continue in Week 13

    Koo made two of three field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during Sunday's 17-13 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Koo missed his first kick wide right from 35 yards out before making his next three, including a 41-yard field goal in the third quarter. The veteran kicker has been playing through a hip issue, and it appears to be impacting his performance. He's gone 12-for-20 on field-goal tries over Atlanta's last eight games after making his first nine attempts. Koo finished with a field-goal percentage of 86 or higher in each of his first five seasons as a Falcon but has made only 72 percent of his field…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Koo (hip) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Despite drawing a questionable tag, Koo was expected to suit up Sunday after logging a full practice Friday. After going 2-for-7 on field-goal attempts from Weeks 7-10, Koo bounced back with a perfect outing against Denver in Week 11 before Atlanta's Week 12 bye. It's been a mixed bag for the veteran kicker this season, but the Falcons' improved offense has given Koo more opportunities than in previous seasons.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Koo (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers but is expected to play, Will McFadden of atlantafalcons.com reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons signed Riley Patterson to their practice squad this week, but it now appears he won't be needed after Koo managed full practice participation Friday. Falcons coach Raheem Morris suggested Friday that Koo is likely to play.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Working through hip issue

    Koo (hip) was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's injury report, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Koo wasn't on Wednesday's injury report, indicating that the hip issue is a new one. The Falcons do not currently have a placekicker on the practice squad, but if one is signed, that would indicate that Koo is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Chargers.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Provides team's only points Sunday

    Koo made both of his two field-goal tries during Sunday's 38-6 loss at Denver.

    Analysis: Atlanta was only able to muster 226 yards of total offense in Week 11, leaving little work for their kicker. Koo made good on his limited chances though, including hitting a 51-yarder late in the second quarter. He'll hope for more opportunities after the Falcons' bye in Week 12.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses three kicks in rough outing

    Koo missed three of four field-goal attempts but made both extra-point tries during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Koo's first field goal missed wide left from 53 yards out and his last attempt from 46 yards hit the right upright. He's now 3-for-9 from beyond 40 yards over his last six games. Koo also had a 35-yarder blocked Sunday. The veteran kicker has certainly had some heroics in his career, including a career-long 58-yard, game-winning field goal against the Saints in Week 4, but he's currently in a funk after missing three field goals in a three-point loss to a divisional foe.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Zero field-goal attempts Week 9

    Koo didn't attempt a field goal but made all three extra-point tries during Sunday's 27-21 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: For the first time this season, Koo didn't attempt a field goal. He also lost out on a fourth extra-point try, as the Falcons went for two after a fourth-quarter touchdown, which put them up 27-13. After a perfect start to the season, Koo is 7-for-11 on field-goal attempts over the past five weeks, with all his misses coming from beyond 40 yards. His inconsistency from deep is concerning, but the Falcons' offense has been impressive, so Koo should get plenty of chances to bounce back.

    Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 7:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another FG attempt

    Koo made one of two field-goal attempts and all four extra-point tries during Sunday's 31-26 win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: After a perfect start to the season, Koo has gone just 7-for-11 on field-goal attempts over the past four weeks, with all his misses coming from beyond 40 yards. His inconsistency from deep drops his value, but the Falcons' offense continues to impress, meaning Koo should get plenty of chances to bounce back.

    Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses lone FG attempt

    Koo made both extra-point tries but missed his lone field-goal attempt during Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Koo's lone field-goal attempt came from 54 yards out, and he's now 5-for-7 from beyond 50 this season. This was the first time the Falcons' offense failed to score at least 20 points since Week 3 against the Chiefs, but they should be able to move the ball against the Buccaneers' porous defense in Week 8, making Koo a bounce-back candidate.

    Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy day in Week 6

    Koo made all three of his field-goal tries and all three of his extra-point attempts during Sunday's 38-20 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Koo didn't attempt a kick beyond 35 yards but still delivered a quality performance for fantasy managers. It was also a nice bounce-back effort from the veteran after he went 3-for-5 on field-goal tries in Week 5, including a blocked 54-yarder. The Falcons' offense has picked up steam, scoring 74 points over the last two weeks, so Koo should remain a strong play moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Salvages rocky start

    Koo made three of five field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries during Thursday's 36-30 overtime win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Koo actually missed his first field-goal attempt twice, getting a second try after his first one was waved off by a penalty. He also had a 54-yarder blocked. However, he salvaged his performance by sinking a game-tying, 52-yarder as time expired in regulation. The Falcons' offense has picked up steam, and Koo is benefitting. Over the last three weeks, Koo has gone 8-for-10 from beyond 40 yards, including five 50-plus makes and a perfect 7-for-7 on extra-point tries.

    Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy day ends with game-winner

    Koo made both extra-point tries and all four field-goal attempts during Sunday's 26-24 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Coming into Sunday, Koo had attempted five field goals through three games, including only one attempt from beyond 40 yards. However, he was put to the test versus a division rival and rose to the occasion. Koo connected on four attempts beyond 40 on Sunday, including a career-high 58-yarder with two seconds left in the fourth quarter to give the Falcons the lead. Koo hasn't missed a kick this season and remains a strong play as long as Atlanta's offense can move the ball efficiently.

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails 50-yarder in loss

    Koo made both extra-point tries and his only field-goal attempt during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Koo hasn't missed a kick this season and nailed his first attempt from 50-plus yards. Last year, the veteran kicker went just 3-for-6 from beyond 50, so his effortless boot in the fourth quarter on Sunday Night Football against the reigning champs was an encouraging sign for Koo's upside moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Monday's win

    Koo made all three field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during Monday's 22-21 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: In order, Koo made field goals from 39, 22 and 34 yards. Arguably, his most difficult kick was the go-ahead extra point with 34 seconds left in the fourth quarter after Kirk Cousins found Drake London wide-open for a touchdown. Koo also had an extra-point opportunity taken away, as the Falcons aggressively decided to go for a two-point conversion after taking a 15-10 lead late in the third quarter. Koo has yet to miss a kick through two games but hasn't attempted a field goal past 40 yards.

    Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect but quiet

    Koo made his only extra-point try and field goal attempt in Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Koo kicked a 24-yard field goal on the Falcons' opening drive, then added the extra point on a Kyle Pitts touchdown late in the second quarter. Other than the kickoff to open the second half, the Georgia Southern product remained on the sideline for the remainder of the matchup. Next up for Koo and the Falcons is a Week 2 matchup on MNF against the Eagles.

    Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sports leg sleeve at practice

    Koo sported a sleeve on his kicking leg during Monday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Koo made both of his attempts during Atlanta's preseason opener, including a 53-yarder in the third quarter. The reasoning behind the leg sleeve remains unclear, but Ledbetter noted that Koo missed a 51-yard attempt during Monday's practice. Koo hasn't missed a game over the past three seasons.

    Published: Mon, Aug 12 at 9:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid despite long-distance misses

    Koo made 32 of 37 field-goal attempts and 27 of 28 extra-point tries across 17 appearances during the 2023 campaign.

    Analysis: For a second straight season, Koo went exactly 32-for-37 on field-goal tries. In the previous two campaigns, he went 27-for-29 and 37-for-39, respectively, and the biggest difference between the separate two-year stretches is his efficiency from beyond 50 yards. In 2020 and 2021, Koo went 12-for-13 from 50-plus, but he's made just 10 of his last 17 attempts from that distance. Koo's long-range accuracy was never his strong suit, but it's disappointing to see him getting worse in that department…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 17 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Poor showing in Chicago

    Koo made one of three field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 37-17 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: Koo's 50-yard field-goal attempt was short to end the first drive of the game, and he's now missed three straight from 50 or farther after starting the year 3-for-3 on such kicks. He also hit the left upright with a 42-yard attempt to end the Falcons' second offensive drive. Before that miss, Koo was 10-for-11 on attempts between 40 and 49 yards out. Koo made his final three kicks, including a 38-yard field goal, to somewhat salvage the performance. Koo's struggles on Sunday could be attributed…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy day in win

    Koo made all five of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 29-10 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Koo missed a 49-yard attempt in the second quarter, but it was negated by an offsides penalty. He finished that drive with a 23-yard chip shot and ended the first half with a 47-yarder. He added three more field goals (41, 35 and 25) in the second half as Atlanta extended its lead, giving him a season-high five made field goals. It was a huge bounce-back performance for Koo, who missed a pair of 50-yard attempts in Week 14 and wasn't called upon in Week 15 due to the Falcons' offensive…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Non-factor in week 15

    Koo (illness) didn't attempt a field goal and made his only extra-point try during Sunday's 9-7 loss to Carolina.

    Analysis: Koo was added to the injury report Saturday due to an illness but still suited up for the contest. However, he didn't attempt a field goal for just the second time this season. After being one of the most productive kickers in the NFL from Weeks 5-13, he's dropped back-to-back duds. Last week, Koo missed a pair of 50-yard attempts, which has never been his strong suit, and this week, his lack of production was due to Atlanta's inept offense. The two main concerns about Koo's fantasy profile…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go versus Carolina

    Koo (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Koo was a late addition to the Falcons' injury report Saturday after picking up an illness, though the team elected not to add a kicker to the active roster. Koo has connected on 25 of 28 field-goal attempts and 20 of 21 extra-point tries this season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has illness, questionable for Sunday

    Koo was added to the Falcons' Week 15 injury report Saturday due to an illness, making him questionable for Sunday's game in Carolina, Scott Bair of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Atlanta didn't make a corresponding move to add a kicker to the active roster, so the team may feel confident that Koo will be able to play through his ailment, even if he isn't 100 percent. Still, his status for Week 15 won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Sat, Dec 16 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses two kicks

    Koo missed two of three field-goal attempts and made both of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 29-25 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Koo began by converting from 20 yards but subsequently hit the right upright from 50 and went wide left with a 52-yarder. In the end, those misses contributed toward the Falcons falling short. Through 13 games, he now sports 95 points total.

    Published: Tue, Dec 12 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays perfect

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during Sunday's 13-8 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Koo sank multiple field goals for the seventh time this season and continued his perfect streak. He hasn't missed a kick since Week 3,and has 17 made FGs and 14 PATs during that stretch. Koo has made 96 percent of his field-goal attempts this season, which is a career-high mark for a guy who's already considered one of the most consistent kickers in the NFL.

    Published: Tue, Dec 5 at 7:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    Koo made his only field-goal attempt and all three of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 24-15 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Despite being limited at practice during Week 12 prep due to a back injury, Koo didn't have an injury designation for Sunday's contest. He didn't show any ill effects during the win, making all four of his kicks, including a 39-yarder in the fourth quarter to make it a two-score game. Koo hasn't missed a kick since Week 3, sinking 13 PATs and 15 FGs during that stretch.

    Published: Tue, Nov 28 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play

    Koo (back) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against New Orleans, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Koo has played every game this season and missed just one field-goal attempt and one PAT. That he has far more of the former (22) than the latter (15) is a testament both to Koo's reliability and the Falcons' dysfunction on offense. The team is going back to Desmond Ridder under center after a bye, playing at home against the Saints in a game whose winner will reside in first place in the NFC South.

    Published: Fri, Nov 24 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Thursday

    Koo (back) was limited at practice Thursday, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: One day removed from sitting out due to a back injury, Koo was back on the field with a cap on his reps, giving him just one more chance to get back to full before the Falcons potentially give him a designation for Sunday's game against the Saints. Atlanta signed kicker Matthew Wright to its practice squad Thursday as insurance in the even Koo is unable to go this weekend.

    Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to back injury

    Koo was held out of Wednesday's practice due to a back injury, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Koo has been mostly spot on with his opportunities this season, netting 21 of 22 field-goal attempts and 14 of 15 point-after tries in 10 games. With Koo now nursing an injury, his status bears watching as the week continues to get a sense of his potential to play Sunday against the Saints.

    Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in loss

    Koo made his only field-goal attempt and both point-after tries during Sunday's 25-23 loss to Arizona.

    Analysis: Koo was limited to just three kicks after making a season-high six last week against the Vikings. Regardless, he's still made 18 kicks (12 field goals) over his last four games and hasn't missed since Week 3. The Falcons' offense is inconsistent, especially now that they're fully embedded in a quarterback controversy, but Koo remains one of the more consistent placekickers in the NFL.

    Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy day at office

    Koo made all four of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Koo made a season-high six kicks during the Week 9 loss, including two 50-yard field goals. He's made 15 kicks (11 field goals) over his last three games and hasn't missed since Week 3. While the Falcons' offense can sputter at times, Koo remains one of the more consistent placekickers in the NFL and is a strong fantasy option on a weekly basis.

    Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes five kicks in loss

    Koo made all three of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 28-23 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: Koo was really the only bright spot for Atlanta in the first half. He connected on a trio of field-goal attempts, including a 49-yarder, to keep the Falcons in the game. It was the third time this season that Koo has made at least three field goals, and he's now 16-for-17 on the season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Third game-winner of season

    Koo made all three of his field-goal attempts, including a 51-yarder as time expired, to clinch Sunday's 16-13 win over the Buccaneers. He also converted his only extra point.

    Analysis: Koo's other field goals came from 24 and 41 yards. Along with Sunday's triumph, Koo has supplied the game-winning kick two other times this season. Overall, he's made 21 of 23 attempts, notching 47 points in seven contests.

    Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet day in loss

    Koo made his only field-goal attempt and lone extra-point try during Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Commanders.

    Analysis: Koo hasn't missed a kick in three straight games after a shaky start to the campaign, but he also hasn't received many opportunities. The Falcons fell behind by double figures early Sunday, so they were playing for touchdowns. If the Falcons continue to dig themselves deep holes, Koo simply won't get enough kicks to be a quality fantasy option.

    Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-winning kick

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts and his only point-after try during Sunday's 21-19 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Koo was off to a shaky start this year, but he put those concerns behind him with a quality performance versus Houston. He wasn't asked to go beyond his range, which helps, but this is exactly the type of production we've come to expect from the sixth-year kicker. Koo has never had the biggest leg, but he consistently makes the kicks he should and has been lights out with the game on the line, sinking eight game-winning kicks over the past three years.

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

    Koo didn't attempt a field goal and made his only extra-point try during Sunday's 23-7 loss to Jacksonville.

    Analysis: The Falcons fell behind by two scores early and reached Jacksonville's territory on only four of their 10 drives. Three of those ended in turnovers, and one resulted in a Drake London touchdown. Koo has struggled to start 2023, but this dud can be blamed on Atlanta's failure to move the ball consistently. Koo has proven he can bounce back, but he'll need some help from Bijan Robinson and company moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses 47-yard attempt

    Koo made two of three field-goal attempts and didn't attempt a point-after try during Sunday's 20-6 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Koo has missed a kick in back-to-back games. He missed a point-after try in Week 2 versus Green Bay and pulled a 47-yard field-goal attempt wide left during Sunday's double-digit loss. Since becoming a full-time starter in 2020, Koo has missed just 16 kicks. However, nine of those have come over his last 20 appearances. It's not time to hit the panic button just yet, as Koo has been resilient after wayward stretches in his career.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes game-winning kick

    Koo made one of his two extra-point tries and all four of his field-goal attempts during Sunday's 25-24 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Koo made a 24-yard field goal in the first quarter to open the scoring, but he missed an extra-point attempt after a Drake London touchdown in the second quarter. The veteran kicker bounced back in a big way in the second half and connected on all three of his field-goal attempts, including a go-ahead 25-yarder with under a minute left in the game. Despite the missed PAT, Koo remains a consistent and effective kicker in reality and fantasy.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Week 1

    Koo made his lone field-goal attempt and all three of his point-after tries during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Koo tied the game at 10 with a 49-yard field goal in the third quarter, but that was his only field-goal try, as the Falcons' offense was efficient in Carolina's territory. The undrafted kicker got off to a shaky start during the preseason, missing two extra-point attempts in the opener, but as expected, Koo was solid in the regular-season opener and remains one of the more reliable kickers in the league.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shaky start to preseason

    Koo made two of his four extra-point tries and both of his field-goal attempts across three preseason games.

    Analysis: Koo got off to a shaky start in the preseason, missing two of his three extra-point tries in the opener. However, he was able to settle down in the second exhibition and made all three of his kicks, including field goals from 36 and 45 yards. Koo didn't get an attempt in the preseason finale, as Atlanta's offense was blanked by Pittsburgh. Despite the early struggles, Koo's job remains safe, as he's been one of the more reliable kickers over the past four seasons. He could also see a boost in…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 27 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Week 18 win

    Koo went 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts and 3-for-3 on extra points during Sunday's 30-17 win versus the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Koo gave the Falcons a 10-7 lead at the end of the first quarter with a 49-yard field goal and added a 24-yard chip shot in the third to cut Tampa Bay's lead to 17-13. The kicker ended the campaign by connecting on a 51-yard attempt that extended Atlanta's lead to 30-17 late in the fourth quarter. After a shaky start to the campaign, Koo turned it around and made 16 of his final 17 FG attempts, with his lone miss coming from beyond 50 yards. He also made all 11 of his PATs during that…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 10 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-winning kick in Week 17

    Koo made both field-goal attempts and both extra-point tries during Sunday's 20-19 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: Koo connected on a 27-yard attempt early in the fourth quarter to give Atlanta a 17-16 lead and ended Week 17 with a game-winning, 21-yard field goal as time expired to secure a 20-19 win. Across 16 appearances, the fifth-year kicker has made 29 of 34 field-goal attempts, with four of his five misses coming from beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Mon, Jan 2 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in loss

    Koo converted all three of his field-goal attempts during Saturday's 17-9 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: Koo put the Falcons on the board with a 32-yard field goal to end the first half, cutting Baltimore's lead to 14-3. He added a 34-yard field goal in the third quarter and a 37-yarder in the fourth, marking the fifth time that he's made at least three field goals in a game this season. Koo clearly benefitted Saturday from Desmond Ridder's struggles in the red zone, but the kicker's overall potential moving forward has to be limited given the Falcons have failed to score 20 or more points in six…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 7:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet outing in loss

    Koo connected on his lone field-goal attempt and only point-after try during Sunday's 21-18 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring for the Falcons with a 28-yard field goal in the second quarter. He added an extra point following Tyler Allgeier's five-yard touchdown run in the third quarter, but Koo stayed on the sidelines after Cordarrelle Patterson's score in the fourth, as Atlanta opted to go for a two-point conversion to cut New Orleans' lead to three. Across 14 appearances, Koo is 24 of 29 on field-goal attempts, with four of his misses coming from beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails two long field goals in loss

    Koo connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and made his lone point-after try during Sunday's 19-16 loss to Pittsburgh.

    Analysis: Koo put the Falcons on the board with a 50-yard field goal in the second quarter and added a 51-yard make on the Falcons' next offensive drive. He also connected on a 28-yard chip shot to cut Atlanta's lead to 19-16 in the fourth quarter. Coming into the contest, Koo was just 4-for-8 on field-goal attempts from beyond 50 yards, so connecting on two of them in one game is certainly a major confidence boost for the fifth-year kicker.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another 50-plus yarder

    Koo converted two of three field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during Sunday's 19-13 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring with a 47-yard field goal to cap off Atlanta's opening offensive drive. He added his lone extra point before missing a 58-yard attempt at the end of the first half. However, the fifth-year kicker bounced back by connecting on a 48-yarder in the third quarter. Koo's missed a career-high five field goals this season, but four of those have come from beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gives ATL late lead

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his point-after tries during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Koo tied the game at 17 with a 40-yard field goal as time expired in the first half and gave Atlanta a 27-24 lead with a 53-yard boot with under two minutes left to go in regulation. It was certainly a bounce-back performance for the 28-year-old after he missed his first two extra-point tries of the season during last Thursday's loss to the Panthers. Koo is 18 for 22 on field-goal tries this season, but all four of his misses have come from beyond 40 yards, including three misfires from at…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses both PAT tries Thursday

    Koo made his only field-goal attempt but missed both of his extra-point tries during Thursday's 25-15 loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: It wasn't a night to remember by any means for Koo, who missed both of his extra-point attempts during Thursday's contest in Carolina. However, the 28-year-old kicker knocked down his lone field-goal try from 33 yards out, just four days after he failed to sink a 50-yarder. Since the Falcons played Thursday, Koo now gets some extra time off to prepare for the team's Week 11 matchup versus Chicago.

    Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses 50-yard attempt in loss

    Koo converted one of two field-goal attempts and both of his point-after tries during Sunday's 20-17 loss against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Koo gave the Falcons a 10-0 lead at the end of the first quarter with a 29-yard field goal and went on to make both of his extra-point tries before missing a 50-yard attempt wide right at the beginning of the fourth quarter. Through nine games, the kicker has missed just three kicks, all three of which were beyond 40 yards -- including two from 50-plus. Koo remains one of the more consistent kickers in the league, but his overall fantasy production has been limited by Atlanta's offense, which…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    Koo connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and all four of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 37-34 overtime victory over Carolina.

    Analysis: Koo gave the Falcons a 24-21 lead with a 30-yard field goal in the fourth quarter and extended Atlanta's lead to 34-28 with a 34-yard try with 36 seconds left in regulation. After a heroic late touchdown grab by the Panthers' DJ Moore, the game went into overtime, and Koo eventually nailed a game-winning 41-yarder after Panthers kicker Eddy Pineiro missed a 32-yard attempt on the previous drive. Koo has yet to miss an extra point this season, and two of his three field-goal misses have come…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't miss in Week 7

    Koo made his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 35-17 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Koo's lone field goal, a 43-yard attempt as time expired in the first half, was setup by a 56-yard punt return by Avery Williams. After making 10 of 12 field-goal attempts through the first four games of the season, Koo has attempted just two field goals in the last three games. However, Atlanta's schedule is set to soften up after a stretch against some tough defenses, so it's possible Koo will get more opportunities moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • No field-goal attempts in Week 6

    Koo made all four of his extra-point tries and didn't attempt a field goal during Sunday's 28-14 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Atlanta's offense was surprisingly efficient in the red zone against the 49ers' depleted defense, hindering Koo's overall fantasy production. Regardless, it's an encouraging sign to see the Falcons consistently move the ball, which should bode well for the kicker moving forward. Through six games, the fifth-year pro has connected on all 14 of his PATs and 10 of 13 field-goal attempts, with two of those misses coming from beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 7:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses 52-yard field goal in loss

    Koo missed his only field-goal attempt and made his only extra-point try during Sunday's 21-15 defeat versus Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: The Falcons offense faltered against Tampa Bay, which hindered Koo's overall potential, but the kicker didn't do himself any favors by missing a 52-yarder near the end of the first half. Both of Koo's misses this season have come from beyond 50-plus yards, so fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried about his accuracy. However, it is concerning to see Atlanta struggle to move the ball after being extremely efficient through the first four weeks of the season. The Falcons face another strong…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    Koo converted on all three of his field-goal attempts and both point-after tries during Sunday's 23-20 victory over the Browns.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring with a 30-yard field goal on the Falcons' first offensive possession, and after connecting on back-to-back PATs, he added a game-tying 21-yard chip shot and a game-winning 45-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. Atlanta's offense continues to move the ball well, but they've struggled mightily in the red zone, which bodes well for Koo's overall fantasy potential. Through four games, the fifth-year kicker has made 10 of 12 field-goal attempts and all nine of his…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 7:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    Koo converted both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his point-after tries during Sunday's 27-23 win against the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Koo tied the game at 10 with a 41-yard field goal at the end of the first quarter and tied the game again at 20 with a 54-yard boot in the third quarter, saving a potential disastrous possession after Marcus Mariota was strip-sacked on a manageable third-down play. The Falcons offense has scored at least 25 points in each game this season and have proven capable of moving the ball efficiently, which bodes well for Koo's overall fantasy potential moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest results in Week 2

    Koo made one of two field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: After the Falcons moved the ball down the field on their opening drive, Koo lost the momentum by missing a 44-yard field goal wide left. He bounced back in the second by connecting on a 26-yard chip shot and made both of his extra-point tries in the second half, but his overall production was disappointing for fantasy mangers after his huge performance in Week 1. Regardless, Koo figures to be a solid option moving forward, as Atlanta's offense appears to be better than initially anticipated.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shines in season opener

    Koo made four of five field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 27-26 loss to New Orleans.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring with a 54-yard field goal on the Falcons' first offensive drive of the season. He made another 50-yarder with under three minutes left in the second quarter and added a 40-yarder as time expired in the first half. Koo tacked on a 27-yard chip shot to start the fourth quarter, but his performance ended on a sour note when his potential game-winning 63-yard attempt was blocked to end the contest. Regardless, Koo's season opener was stellar from a fantasy perspective, and he…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Staying in Atlanta

    The Falcons and Koo agreed to terms on a five-year, $24.25 million contract Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: After a rough start to his career with the Chargers in 2017 -- he made just three of six field-goal attempts and was cut after four games -- Koo was out of the NFL until the Falcons brought him on October 2019. Since then, he's been a modicum of consistency, striking true on 87 of 94 field-goal attempts and 78 of 82 point-after tries in 40 games. Instead of becoming a restricted free agent, Koo will stick in Atlanta for the foreseeable future.

    Published: Tue, Mar 15 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't miss in season finale

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Koo showed off his range, capping off the Falcons' first two offensive drives with field goals from 48 and 54 yards out. If there was ever a knock on the fourth-year kicker, it was his lack of consistency from 40-yards and beyond, but he put those notions to rest with two impressive kicks to end his 2021 campaign. Koo finished the season 27-for-29 (93 percent) and a perfect 30-for-30 on extra points. He signed a one-year contract with the Falcons ahead of the 2021 season, so he's set to become…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 10 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect once again

    Koo connected on both of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try during Sunday's 29-15 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Koo capped off a 10-play, 65-yard drive with a 28-yard chip shot to the cut the Bills' lead to 14-5 with 10 minutes left to go in the second quarter. He also added a 24-yarder as time expired in the first half to give the Falcons a 15-14 lead going into halftime. Snowy conditions and Atlanta's sporadic offense once again diminished Koo's fantasy potential, but he hasn't missed a kick since Week 11 and remains one of the most accurate and reliable kickers in the league.

    Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another perfect outing

    Koo connected on both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 20-16 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Koo capped off a seven-play, 43-yard drive with a 53-yard field goal that tied the game at 10 with just over a minute left in the first half. It was Koo's first 50-plus yard make since Week 8, and he's now 3-for-4 on the season from 50 yards and beyond. Koo also connected on a 48-yard attempt to give the Falcons a 13-10 lead after their first drive of the second half. Koo continues to be one of the most reliable and accurate kickers in the league. However, his fantasy production remains reliant…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't miss in loss

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts and connected on his only extra-point during Sunday's 31-13 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring with a 48-yard field goal on the Falcons' second offensive drive of the game. In the third quarter, Atlanta's nine-play, 71-yard drive culminated in a 22-yard attempt for Koo that cut the 49ers lead to 24-13. From inside of 50 yards this season, Koo is 46-for-47 (21-22 FGs, 25-25 PATs). The fourth-year pro remains one of the most reliable and efficient kickers in the league, but Atlanta's sporadic offense continues to diminish his fantasy potential.

    Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect once again

    Koo made all three of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 29-21 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: After nailing his first two extra points, Koo gave the Falcons a 17-7 lead in the second quarter by connecting on a 32-yard field-goal attempt. He then capped off Atlanta's nine-play, 55-yard drive to start the second half with a 38-yard field goal. Two offensive possessions later, Koo expanded the lead to 29-14 by making a 48-yarder with six minutes to go in the fourth quarter. When Atlanta is able to move the ball, Koo can stack up points quickly, but that just hasn't consistently been the…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't miss in Week 13

    Koo connected on his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra points during Sunday's 30-17 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Koo finished off a 15-play, 72-yard drive with a 21-yard field goal to cut Tampa Bay's lead to 13-10 in the second quarter. The 27-year-old continues to be one of the most efficient kickers in the league this season -- 16-for-18 on FGs (12-12 from inside 40 yards) and 22-for-22 on PATs. However, his fantasy potential remains hindered by the Falcons' inability to move the ball. Over his last four games, Koo has attempted just three field goals and five extra points. Anyway you cut it, that's…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No field-goal attempts in Week 12

    Koo didn't attempt a field goal, but he made all three of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 21-14 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Koo didn't have an opportunity to redeem himself from his 50-yard miss during Week 11's shutout loss to the Patriots. However, he did connect on all three of his PATs, which kept him a perfect 20-for-20 on the season. Despite Koo's consistent accuracy, his fantasy production remains limited due to sporadic opportunities from Atlanta's offense.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses only attempt in shutout loss

    Koo missed his only field-goal attempt during Thursday's 25-0 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: After the Patriots scored a touchdown to take a 10-0 lead at the start of the second quarter, the Falcons marched into field-goal range thanks to a 14-play drive. Koo connected on the 45-yard attempt, but it was nullified by a holding call. On the ensuing 50-yarder, Koo's kick narrowly missed the upright as it curved wide left. The 27-year-old has only missed two kicks this season, both of which were over 40 yards. Koo will likely remain one of the more consistent kickers in the league, but his…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 8:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Connects on only attempt Sunday

    Koo connected on his only field-goal attempt during Sunday's 43-3 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring for the Falcons by connecting on a 35-yard field-goal attempt during Atlanta's first offensive possession. However, he remained on the sideline for the remainder of the contest, as the Cowboys continued to build their lead. Koo has missed only one kick this season, but his fantasy production remains limited by Atlanta's sporadic offense.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on track in Week 9

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra points during Sunday's 27-25 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Koo bounced back with another perfect outing after missing his first field-goal attempt of the season last week. The 27-year-old opened the scoring Sunday with a 32-yard field goal on the Falcons' second drive of the game, and then he was only summoned for extra points until the last possession of the contest. After the Saints took a 25-24 lead with a minute left in the fourth quarter, Atlanta went 64 yards on five plays to set up Koo for a 29-yard, game-winning kick as time expired. The…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses first field goal of season

    Koo made two of his three field-goal attempts and his only extra point during the Falcons' 19-13 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring by connecting on a 46-yard field goal that was set up by a Chuba Hubbard fumble on the first play of the game. However, Koo missed his next attempt -- another 46-yarder -- wide right. The miss was his first of the season, but the 27-year-old was able to bounce back to connect on a 53-yard attempt with 16 seconds left in the game. Despite the miss, Koo still is one of the most reliable kickers in the league, but his fantasy ceiling will continue to be limited by Atlanta's…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another game-winning kick

    Koo made all three of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 30-28 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Koo has yet to miss this season, as he is a perfect 10-for-10 on field-goal attempts and 13-for-13 on extra-point tries. The 27-year-old also now has two game-winning kicks as time expires on the season. While his production was limited by Atlanta's offense to start the season, the Falcons have now scored 30, 27 and 30 points in their last three contests, which has directly increased Koo's production. If Koo's efficiency can be complemented by a consistent offense on a week-to-week basis, he…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 7:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another perfect outing

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 27-20 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Koo opened the scoring by capping off the Falcons' first drive with a 31-yard field goal. The 27-year-old continued his dominant start to the season by connecting on a 51-yard attempt -- his first field goal over 50 yards this year -- as time expired in the first half. Koo has solidified himself as a top fantasy option, but his upside remains limited due to Atlanta's sporadic offense.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains perfect through Week 4

    Koo made his only field-goal attempt and all three of his extra points during Sunday's 34-30 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: Koo has yet to miss this season, as he is a perfect 5-for-5 on field goals and 7-for-7 on extra points. The 27-year-old's hot start shouldn't be surprising as he made well over 90 percent of his kicks last year. However, his fantasy production remains limited due to Atlanta's sporadic offense.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sinks game-winning kick

    Koo made his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra points during Sunday's 17-14 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Koo stayed perfect on the season as he sank a 40-yard game-winning kick as time expired. The 27-year-old's upside remains limited by a stagnant Falcons offense, but his efficiency certainly qualifies him as a quality fantasy option. Koo attempted 39 field goals through 15 games last year and is on pace for approximately 23 this year. If Atlanta can give him more opportunities, his value will increase exponentially.

    Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays perfect on young season

    Koo connected on a 36-yard field-goal attempt and made both of his PAT attempts in Sunday's 48-25 loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Atlanta went for two after its final touchdown to make it a three-point game late in the third quarter before the Buccaneers pulled away with three unanswered touchdowns in the fourth. Koo's off to a 3-for-3 start on field goals through two weeks and should continue to make the most of the opportunities that should stem from his role on a Falcons team that figures to be involved in plenty of high-scoring games.

    Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes 2-for-2 in season opener

    Koo connected on both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: The Falcons started off Week 1 with back-to-back red zone appearances on their first two drives. However, the offense stalled inside the 10-yard line both times, allowing Koo to sink two chip shots. The 27-year-old has led all kickers in fantasy points since he took over in Atlanta midway though the 2019 season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Staying with Atlanta

    Koo has re-signed with the Falcons, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Although he's been in the NFL since 2017, the 26-year-old kicker only has two accrued seasons, which means he won't become a restricted free agent until spring 2022. Koo finished 2020 as the league leader in field goals made (37), notably going 8-of-8 from 50-plus yards out. He should be drafted in any league that uses kickers.

    Published: Thu, Mar 11 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely staying with Falcons

    Koo will be an exclusive-rights free agent this offseason, which "practically guarantees" he'll be back with the Falcons for 2021, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Players who reach the end of their contracts with less than three accrued seasons in the NFL become ERFAs. These players don't actually have any negotiating power, as they can only play for their original team, so long as the team tenders them a minimum salary. Koo's impressive performance the past two years ensures he'll get that tender, unless he receives a long-term extension first. Either way, he figures to be Atlanta's kicker in 2021, hoping to build on a 2020 campaign in which he…read more

    Published: Wed, Feb 17 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Closes season with 5-for-5 effort

    Koo converted on field-goal tries of 22 and 21 yards while making all three of his point-after attempts during Sunday's 44-27 loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Koo's most notable gaffe of the campaign came Week 16 when he missed a potential game-tying field goal of 39 yards in the waning seconds of a loss to the Chiefs. Otherwise, the 26-year-old enjoyed a sterling 2020 season, tying for the league lead in scoring (144 points) while earning his first career Pro Bowl nod. Koo hit on 37 of his 39 field-goal attempts this season while going 33-for-36 on PATs over his 15 appearances. Having pocketed $750,000 on his contract from this season, Koo prepares…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 6:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses vital late-game kick

    Koo made both of his extra-point tries but missed on a potential game-tying 39-yard field-goal attempt with 14 seconds remaining in Sunday's 17-14 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Koo pushed the crunch-time kick wide right, continuing a season of frequent late-game heartbreak for the Falcons faithful. The 26-year-old had missed only one of 36 field-goal attempts this season coming into Week 16, composing a perfect 8-for-8 mark on kicks of 50 yards or more. Koo's 30-for-33 rate on extra-point attempts demonstrates a potential blind spot in his game at the short-to-intermediate level, and unfortunately for Atlanta, that reality reared its ugly head Sunday afternoon.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 5:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps conversion streak alive

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts while going 3-for-3 on point-after tries during Sunday's 31-27 loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: The Georgia Southern product continues a tremendous streak of play by virtue of his Week 15 performance, as Koo is now a perfect 30-for-30 on field goals and extra points over his past six outings. Koo boasts a sterling conversion rate of 97.2 percent on 36 field-goal tries for the season, though his 90.3 percent PAT rate is a work in progress. He remains the NFL's leading scorer with 133 points heading into a Week 16 road trip to Kansas City.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 5:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Flawless against ex-team

    Koo made his lone field-goal attempt of 45 yards, also converting both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Taking on the team that cut him following a four-game stint in 2017, Koo demonstrated the consistency that has since transformed him into a Pro Bowl-caliber kicker. The 26-year-old reached an incredible 33-for-34 mark on field goals with his Week 14 performance, also pushing his PAT conversion rate above 90 percent for the first time all season. Chargers kicker Michael Badgley, meanwhile, entered the contest tied for 25th in the league with a 73.1 percent conversion rate on field-goal attempts.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 11:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues excellent streak of play

    Koo went 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts while converting his lone point-after try during Sunday's 21-16 loss to New Orleans.

    Analysis: The reigning NFC Special Teams Player of the Month carries his hot streak into December, as he's now converted on 24 consecutive field-goal tries. Koo's deep-range success persists, with his first-quarter conversion from 53 yards out placing him at a perfect 7-for-7 on 50-plus-yard attempts this season. The 26-year-old has a strong chance of keeping up his prolific scoring pace Week 14 against the Chargers, with Los Angeles surrendering the eighth-most field-goal attempts per game in the NFL…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 10:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Awarded for phenomenal play

    Koo has been named NFC Special Teams Player of the Month, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Koo went a perfect 10-for-10 on field-goal tries and 8-for-8 on extra-point attempts over three November appearances. The 26-year-old has posted a sterling 96.7 percent overall conversion rate on field goals this season, while his 109 points represent an NFL high. Koo was limited during Wednesday's practice because of a quadriceps injury, but a full session Thursday shows he should be in the clear for a Week 13 matchup against the Saints.

    Published: Sat, Dec 5 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • No limitations in practice

    Koo (quadriceps) turned in a full practice Thursday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Koo was a limited participant Wednesday while he nursed a right quad injury, but his ability to take every rep in practice a day later puts him on track to retain kicking duties for the Falcons in Sunday's game versus the Saints. The 26-year-old has actually been more accurate on field-goal attempts than extra-point tries this season, going 29 for 30 and 22 for 25 in those respective situations.

    Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited with quad injury

    Koo (quadriceps) was limited in practice Wednesday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Koo's right quad is a little sore after he converted all nine of his kicks in last week's 43-6 drubbing of the Raiders. Unless his practice participation declines as the week unfolds, Koo should be able to suit up when the Saints come to town Sunday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Huge scoring day against Raiders

    Koo went 5-for-5 on field-goal tries and 4-for-4 on extra-point attempts during Sunday's 43-6 win against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Koo continues to enjoy a breakout campaign, as he leads all kickers in scoring with 10.9 points per game this season. In fact, the 26-year-old has established himself a buffer in that category, compiling 1.8 more points per game than any other NFL kicker with a minimum of three appearances this year. Over 18 games in a Falcons uniform since Week 9 of 2019, Koo has converted an outstanding 92.9 percent of his field-goal attempts.

    Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sinks all three of his kicks

    Koo went 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts during Sunday's 24-9 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: During a game in which Atlanta made just one trip to New Orleans' red zone, Koo provided all nine of the Falcons' points, succeeding on attempts from 28, 51 and 52 yards out. With his incredible 96 percent hit rate on field-goal tries, the 26-year-old leads the NFL with 24 conversions despite missing one game this season. Koo is a perfect 5-for-5 from 50-plus yards as Atlanta prepares for a Week 12 matchup against the Raiders.

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 10:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Flawless in Week 9 win

    Koo made both of his field-goal attempts, including a long of 52 yards, also going 4-for-4 on extra-point tries during Sunday's 34-27 win against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Koo continues to display consistency from deep range, improving to 3-for-3 on field-goal tries of 50-plus yards this season with his Week 9 performance. The Georgia Southern product has been enjoying a marvelous 2020 with the Falcons overall, as he's 21-for-22 on field goals this season after knocking down 23 of 26 tries in eight appearances for Atlanta last year. A sub-90 percent PAT rate the past two seasons provides room for improvement within Koo's game, but the 26-year-old is starting to…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 6:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Produces baker's dozen in TNF win

    Koo went 4-for-4 on field-goal tries and 1-for-2 on extra-point attempts during Thursday's 25-17 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Atlanta surged ahead 25-17 with 11:01 to go by virtue of a three-yard Todd Gurley touchdown plunge, but a missed PAT from Koo allowed the Panthers to stay within one possession late. Blidi Wreh-Wilson was able to come away with the big turnover on Carolina's final offensive drive, bailing Koo and the Falcons out. The 26-year-old kicker has been incredibly reliable on field goals, as he's gone 42-for-46 in his 15-game Falcon tenure. PATs are a serious work in progress, however, as Koo has…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 6:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Just two points in loss to Lions

    Koo went 2-for-2 on extra-point attempts during Sunday's 23-22 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Koo had provided steady production with an average of three field-goal conversions per game Weeks 1 through 6, but he wasn't afforded a single try in a home loss to Detroit. The Falcons did go for it twice on fourth downs, with one of those attempts involving the decision to pass on a potential 30-yard attempt from Koo. He may garner more opportunities Week 8 during a Thursday night matchup against the Panthers, as Carolina's red-zone defense has been reasonably effective in holding opponents…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 10:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect 8-for-8 on kicks

    Koo went 4-for-4 on field-goal attempts and 4-for-4 on extra-point tries during Sunday's 40-23 win against Minnesota.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old remains a high-floor fantasy option, with multiple field goals converted in all five of his appearances this season, and three or more field-goal attempts in each of his past four outings. Koo has been reliable from intermediate-to-deep range as well, nailing all three of his attempts Sunday from 40-plus yards, and standing at a 9-for-10 mark from 40 or more yards out this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 9:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Drains four kicks in losing effort

    Koo went 3-for-3 on field-goal tries while converting his lone point-after attempt during Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: After being ruled out for Atlanta's Week 4 loss to the Packers with a groin injury, Koo resumed his strong 2020 campaign against Carolina by pushing his field-goal conversion rate to 91.7 percent. Coupling his efficient FG rate with his success on onside kicks, Koo has been a fine special-teams asset in 12 career appearances for the Falcons. Dependability on extra points has been the area of Koo's game where there remains room for improvement, as he has already missed two of nine attempts on…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 9:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Resumes practicing in full

    Koo (groin) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Koo wasn't able to suit up in Monday's loss to the Packers, but he now looks back to full health. The Falcons have already demoted Elliott Fry back to the practice squad, indicating Koo will be good to go for Atlanta's Week 5 matchup with the Panthers.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Monday

    Koo (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Packers, Jason Butt of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: This was hardly surprising considering Koo did not practice all week. Elliott Fry will slide in as the starting kicker in what figures to be a high-octane shootout against the Packers. The Packers are averaging the most points scored (40.7) through three weeks with the Falcons narrowly behind in sixth place (30).

    Published: Sat, Oct 3 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Friday

    Koo (groin) didn't participate in Friday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons have already stated that Koo is likely to miss time, and a second straight DNP to start the practice week aligns with that notion. Elliott Fry is on the practice squad and likely will be elevated if Koo is indeed ruled out.

    Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No work in practice

    Koo (groin) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons haven't officially ruled Koo out for Monday's game against the Packers, but the kicker appears set to miss time after suffering a right groin strain during the team's Week 3 loss to the Bears. In anticipation of Koo's absence, the Falcons added another kicker to their practice squad Thursday in Elliott Fry. He'll presumably be elevated to the 53-man roster in the coming days and should make his NFL debut Week 4.

    Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to miss time

    Koo is expected to miss time due to the groin strain he played through during Sunday's 30-26 loss to the Bears, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Koo managed to tough out his injury Sunday loss, but he wasn't able to handle kickoff duties and also missed one field-goal try and an extra-point attempt. Depending on the severity of the issue, the Falcons could consider placing Koo on IR for a minimum of three weeks. Cameron Nizialek is a candidate to be promoted from the practice squad, though Atlanta could also opt to delve into the free-agent kicker market.

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays through leg strain

    Koo suffered a leg strain prior to Sunday's game against the Bears, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Koo's injury explains why he didn't handle kickoff duties Sunday. The 26-year-old also had a pair of misses during the loss to Chicago, as he converted two of three field-goal tries and two of three extra-point attempts. He'll look to get fully healthy before Week 4's game against the Packers on Monday Night Football rolls around.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Knocks down seven kicks

    Koo went 4-for-4 on field-goal attempts and 3-for-3 on point-after tries during Sunday's 40-39 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: One week after Koo converted on his third onside kick attempt in as many tries, Dallas' Greg Zuerlein executed a successful onsider of his own, kick-rolling a ball slowly to the 10-yard threshold and enabling C.J. Goodwin to pounce on the loose ball as soon as he became eligible to do so. Koo wasn't granted the opportunity to execute any special-teams miracles during the Week 2 loss, though he was flawless on his seven combined field goal and PATs. He is now 29-for-32 on field-goal tries in his…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 10:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Onside-kick master delivers again

    Koo went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts and 1-for-2 on extra points during Sunday's 38-25 loss to the Seahawks. He also delivered a successful onside kick during the final minute of regulation.

    Analysis: Koo now has two missed PATs on nine attempts since Week 16 of last year, but he did deliver on yet another onside kick conversion in the season opener. The 26-year-old provided two successful onside kicks Nov. 28, but Atlanta came up just short of its second 2019 upset of New Orleans, and again Sunday his late-game heroics proved insufficient. Though the Falcons have dropped a third consecutive Week 1 game, Koo has at least converted on 13 of his past 14 field-goal tries.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 7:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Camp performance so far sufficient

    Coach Dan Quinn said that there is no firm plan to bring in a second kicker to compete with Koo during training camp, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Quinn conceded that during a season played amidst a pandemic, it's especially crucial to have a contingency plan at every position. The coach mentioned that the Falcons may conduct workouts to "see where we're at" in terms of the kicker and punter positions, but he also stated that the team has been satisfied with Koo's performance thus far in camp. Koo put forth a solid showing during his debut campaign as Atlanta's place kicker in 2019, going 23-for-26 on field-goal attempts and 15-for-16 on…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 20 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to face competition

    Coach Dan Quinn said that the Falcons are hoping to add some competition for Koo at the kicker position, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: While in-person workouts remain inconceivable for the time being, Koo is still going to have to prove himself during the lead-up to the regular season. The 25-year-old is currently the only kicker on the depth chart, but Quinn has remained adamant throughout the offseason that he is seeking competition at the position. Though Koo knocked down an impressive 23 of 26 field goals during his debut campaign in Atlanta, Quinn is wary of anointing his starter prematurely. Giorgio Tavecchio entered…read more

    Published: Tue, May 12 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs one-year extension

    Koo signed a one-year contract extension with the Falcons on Tuesday, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Koo was set to be an exclusive-rights free agent in March, but the team bypassed that and locked him down to a "prove-it" contract. Koo took over as the Falcons' starting kicker in 2019 after the team cut veteran Matt Bryant midseason. The 25-year-old Koo performed admirably, connecting on 23 of 26 field goals (88 percent) and hitting 15 of 16 extra points over eight games.

    Published: Tue, Feb 18 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to be tendered by Atlanta

    Koo is expected to be brought back by the Falcons on a one-year tender, Jason Butt of the Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old kicker is set to become an exclusive-rights free agent upon the dawn of the new league year, but Atlanta wants to bring him back after he went 23-for-26 on field goals and 15-for-16 on extra points during his first campaign with the team. Coach Dan Quinn has made it clear, however, that unlike last year there is expected to be competition for the starting kicker job throughout the offseason. Giorgio Tavecchio was the lone kicker on Atlanta's roster to begin the 2019 preseason,…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 23 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wraps up 2019 with stellar showing

    Koo went 5-for-5 on field-goal attempts, while sinking his lone point-after try during Sunday's 28-22 overtime win against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Across eight games as Atlanta's placekicker, Koo established a proficient 88.5 percent conversion rate on field goals as well as a 15-for-16 mark on PATs. Koo got off to a shaky start to his Falcons career by missing three of his first 12 tries from the field, but he steadied out and was able to convert on 14 consecutive kicks to close out 2019. In addition to his improved accuracy, Koo also provided the unique benefit of being an effective onside kicker, successfully converting two onside…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 6:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another kick

    Koo went 1-for-2 on field-goal attempts and 3-for-3 on PATs during Sunday's 24-12 win against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old may be the most accomplished onside kicker of the 2019 NFL season, while he's gone 82.4 percent on field goals since Week 11. Upcoming next is a promising opportunity for Koo if he can level out his consistency, with Atlanta taking on a Buccaneers team that ranks tied for 32nd in the NFL with 2.5 field-goal attempts allowed per game.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full workout

    Koo (foot) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Koo was limited in Wednesday's session with a left foot injury, but his upgrade to full activity Thursday clears the way for him to handle kicking duties for Atlanta in Sunday's game against the Jaguars. Since signing with the team in late October, Koo has hit 17 of 19 field-goal tries and 11 of 12 extra-point attempts in six games.

    Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with left foot injury

    Koo (left foot) was limited in Wednesday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Koo has been excellent for the Falcons this season, connecting on 17 of 19 field goals (89 percent), including six of seven from beyond 40 yards. The 24-year-old is perhaps the most effective kicker in the league at onside kicks as well. Koo is dealing with an injury to his plant foot, though, so it'll be important to keep an eye on his practice status this week as well as whether the Falcons bring in kickers for workouts or sign one to the practice squad.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Onside kick called off by penalty

    Koo made his lone field-goal attempt from 43 yards out and went 2-for-2 on point-after tries during Sunday's 29-22 win against the 49ers.

    Analysis: The trick shot specialist converted yet another successful onside kick Week 15 against San Francisco, but the play was waved off by an illegal formation penalty. The reigning Special Teams Player of the Week pooched a beautiful bouncing kickoff attempt into the arms of Foyesade Oluokun, as Atlanta benefited from the element of surprise in recovering an onside kick to open up the second half, but after the five-yard penalty was enforced, Atlanta elected to boot it deep. In addition to being a…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 16 points, recovers fumble

    Koo went 4-for-4 on field-goal tries and 4-for-4 on extra points during Sunday's 40-20 win against Carolina.

    Analysis: Koo regained hold of the Falcons' starting kicker job with a strong Week 14 performance, after enduring a shaky stretch between Weeks 11 and 13 in which he missed two extra points and a field goal. Since missing those three kicks, Koo has gone 10-for-10 on field goal and PATS, converted two onside kicks, and even recovered a fumble on a kickoff return Sunday -- scooping up a loose ball that Panthers return man Greg Dortch put on the ground in the third quarter. Koo doesn't seem like a prime…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 9:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still locked in as kicker

    Coach Dan Quinn said Friday that Koo will remain the Falcons' kicker, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Koo has missed three combined field-goal and extra-point tries over the last three contests, but he redeemed himself in some capacity by converting two onside kicks during Thursday's loss to the Saints. While the 25-year-old looks like he'll remain on the roster through the Week 14 game with the Panthers, he'll need to improve his accuracy to keep his spot for the remainder of the season.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two onside kicks prove insufficient

    Koo went 2-for-3 on field-goal attempts and 0-for-1 on extra-point tries during Thursday's 26-18 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: The entire NFL had succeeded on two onside kicks coming into Week 13. Koo himself converted on two straight in the waning moments of the fourth quarter Thanksgiving night -- not including a third that was erased by Falcons penalty -- though the miraculous recoveries were not enough to overcome his blunders earlier in the contest. Surely, Koo cannot solely shoulder the blame for the team's second straight defeat, but the four points he left on the board proved to be pivotal as Atlanta's late…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 10:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect during Week 12 loss

    Koo went 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts and converted on his lone extra-point try during Sunday's 35-22 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: The former Chargers kicker has been extremely efficient in the early going of his Falcons career, knocking down 10 of 11 field goals and seven of seven PATs. During Sunday's inter-divisional showdown of sub-.500 clubs, Koo converted on field-goal tries of 25, 38 and 40 yards. While he's hit better than 90 percent of his attempts through three games, Koo has yet to be tested from 50-plus yards as Atlanta heads into a Thanksgiving night matchup against a Saints defense that ranks among the top 10…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 7:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores 11 points in Week 11 win

    Koo went 3-for-4 on field-goal attempts and 2-for-2 on extra points during Sunday's 29-3 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Koo missed his first career field goal as a Falcon, but with Atlanta having won two straight games and the kicker perfect on his other seven tries, many backers of the team are likely to shrug off the failed 38-yard attempt. Though the Falcons' 26-point margin of victory masked the error somewhat, the reliability of the kicking game will be paramount if Atlanta is to go on a six-game run and give itself any chance whatsoever at the postseason. Upcoming next for Koo is a matchup against a…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 7:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes through in team debut

    Koo drained all four of his field-goal attempts and went 2-for-2 on point-after tries during Sunday's 26-9 win against the Saints.

    Analysis: With all the bad mojo that had afflicted the Falcons' kicker position through the first half of 2019, it took Koo donning the number of a franchise legend to break the slump. Wearing No. 7 in his debut for Atlanta, Koo converted on field-goal tries of 30, 36, 37 and 48 yards after Matt Bryant and Giorgio Tavecchio posted a collective 13-for-23 mark between exhibition and regular-season play. Koo's Week 11 opponent, Carolina, provides optimism that he can be productive once again, as the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 7:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • WK 17 Pts0.00
  • WK 18 Proj. Pts-

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