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  • Perfect on Thanksgiving

    McManus made all four point-after tries as well as his sole field goal attempt during the Packers' 31-24 win over the Lions on Thursday.

    Analysis: McManus converted his one field-goal opportunity from 45 yards out and was automatic on PATs following the Packers' four touchdown drives. With Thursday's production, McManus moved to 15-for-21 on field-goal attempts and 22-for-23 on extra-point tries over nine regular-season games.

    Published: Thu, Nov 27 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in return

    McManus made all three of his field-goal attempts and both of his point-after tries during the Packers' 23-6 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: McManus was cleared to return Sunday from a one-game absence due to a right quadriceps injury. His kicking power wasn't tested that much in his return, with his 40-yard field goal midway through the fourth quarter being his longest attempt of the day. McManus is now 14-for-20 on field-goal attempts and 18-for-19 on extra-point tries over eight regular-season games.

    Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action in Week 12

    McManus is active for Sunday's contest versus the Vikings, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus completed a full week of practice during Week 12 prep for the first time since before Green Bay's Week 5 bye. A right quadriceps injury sidelined him Weeks 6, 7 and 11, but his ability to handle every rep Wednesday through Friday indicates he likely is good to go moving forward. In seven games this season, McManus has struck true on just 11 of 17 field-goal attempts and 16 of 17 point-after tries.

    Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Full practice Wednesday

    McManus (right quadriceps) practiced fully Wednesday.

    Analysis: After kicking in last Friday's practice, McManus showed up at team facilities Saturday with tightness in his right quad, which spurred the Packers to add him to the injury report as doubtful for this past Sunday's game at the Giants. He eventually was inactive and ceded placekicking duties to Lucas Havrisik, the latter of whom made one of three point-after tries without attempting a field goal. With McManus seemingly in good health as Green Bay begins Week 12 prep, he's poised to return to…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Sunday, as expected

    McManus (right quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game at the Giants, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus avoided the Packers' Week 11 injury report entirely for the first time since before the team's Week 5 bye until he was added to it Saturday as doubtful due to a lingering right quadriceps issue. According to Jason Wilde of Channel3000.com, McManus kicked during Friday's practice and then reported tightness in the quad when he showed up at Green Bay's facility Saturday, prompting the aforementioned move. Now that McManus is confirmed to be unavailable Sunday, he'll yield his duties to…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Now doubtful for Sunday

    The Packers added McManus to their Week 11 injury report Saturday, listing him as doubtful for Sunday's game at the Giants due to a right quadriceps issue.

    Analysis: It's the same injury that sidelined McManus in Weeks 6 and 7 and that he also contended with in advance of Green Bay's previous three contests, when he went a combined 4-for-8 on field-goal attempts and connected on all five point-after tries. He wasn't included on the team's Week 11 practice report until Saturday and now appears unlikely to resume placekicking duties Sunday. McManus' status will be confirmed about 90 minutes before a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, with Lucas Havrisik set to step in for…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 15 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses desperation kick during MNF

    McManus missed his only field-goal attempt and made his only PAT in Monday night's 10-7 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: McManus had to wait until the final seconds of the game to attempt a field goal, shanking a 64-yarder after a poor snap as time expired in regulation. The kicker has now missed at least one field goal in three straight contests, though Monday's miss isn't overly concerning. McManus has now gone 11-for-17 on field-goal tries, including 2-for-4 from 50-plus yards, while making 16 of 17 PATs over seven games this year.

    Published: Mon, Nov 10 at 8:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to kick in Week 10

    Special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia announced Friday that McManus (right quadriceps) will serve as the Packers' placekicker Monday against the Eagles, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports. "He's getting healthier, and he's had a pretty good week kicking the ball," Bisaccia said.

    Analysis: McManus logged a full practice Thursday for the first time since he tweaked his right quad during Week 6 prep, which initially led to back-to-back absences. He then was able to kick Weeks 8 and 9, but the results (4-for-7 FGAs, 4-for-4 PATs) were mixed during those contests. Even before suffering the injury, McManus was 7-for-9 on field-goal attempts and 11-for-12 on extra points, so his reliability still is in question. Having said that, he'll get the nod over Lucas Havrisik for a third…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 7 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    McManus (right quadriceps) was a full practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Three days removed from coach Matt LaFleur giving McManus a vote of confidence as the Packers' placekicker, per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic, McManus had no practice limitations for the first time since tweaking his right quad during Week 6 prep. Since sitting out Weeks 6 and 7, McManus hasn't exactly been crisp, making four of seven field-goal attempts and all four point-after tries. The Packers still have two kickers on their active roster -- also, Lucas Havrisik -- but it appears McManus…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 6 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives commitment from coach

    Head coach Matt LaFleur said that he plans to stick with McManus as the Packers' placekicker for Monday's game against the Eagles, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Since returning to action Week 8 after missing two straight games due to a right quadriceps injury, McManus has struggled to return to top form. After missing a pair of field-goal attempts in the Packers' Week 8 victory over the Steelers, he had a costlier miss from 43 yards early in the third quarter of this past Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Panthers. Though LaFleur acknowledged that McManus is still not 100 percent healthy, the Packers have been comfortable from what they've seen from the…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 3 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Costly missed field goal in loss

    McManus went 2-for-3 on field-goal attempts and made his only PAT in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: McManus made field goals from 49 and 27 yards in the second quarter before missing a 43-yard attempt wide left at the conclusion of the team's first possession of the second half. The kicker has now gone 4-for-7 on field-goal tries over two games since returning from a quadriceps injury, and on the year he's gone a disappointing 11-for-16 overall through six games. While McManus was sidelined for Week 6 and 7, Lucas Havrisik went 4-for-4 on field-goal tries, including a franchise-record 61-yard…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday

    McManus (right quadriceps) is listed as active Sunday against the Panthers, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus managed a pair of full practices during Week 9 prep for the first time since he tweaked his right quad coming out of the Packers' Week 5 bye, but the team still listed him as questionable for Sunday's contest. Now that his status has been confirmed, he'll look to build upon the nine field goals (on 13 attempts) and 14 extra points (on 15 tries) that he's netted in five appearances this season, while Lucas Havrisik (coach's decision) again will be inactive.

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 9

    McManus (right quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Panthers, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After opening Week 9 prep with a limited practice Wednesday, McManus ended it with back-to-back full sessions, but the Packers will wait to make a decision on who will kick Sunday until about 90 minutes before a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. McManus returned from a two-game absence due to a right quad injury this past Sunday in Pittsburgh, but the results were uneven (2-for-4 FGAs, 3-for-3 PATs). Green Bay continues to carry two placekickers on the active roster (also, Lucas Havrisik), so whoever isn't…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets back to full Thursday

    McManus (right quadriceps) practiced fully Thursday.

    Analysis: This marks McManus' first uncapped practice since he tweaked his right quad during the first practice of Week 6 prep. After missing two games due to the injury, he returned this past Sunday at Pittsburgh and connected on two of four field-goal attempts and all three point-after tries. The Packers now have two healthy placekickers on the active roster in McManus and Lucas Havrisik, but with McManus in the clear, he'll operate as the team's top option Sunday against the Panthers.

    Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    McManus (right quadriceps) practiced on a limited basis Wednesday.

    Analysis: McManus was cleared to kick this past Sunday in Pittsburgh for the first time since Week 4, but the results were tepid, as he missed his first two field-goal attempts from 57 and 44 yards. He made amends in the second half by connecting on both point-after tries and then a pair of much shorter FGAs (28 and 25 yards). The Packers continue to keep Lucas Havrisik on the active roster, but it appears McManus will handle placekicking duties on game days as long as the training staff clears him to do…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Uneven performance in win

    McManus went 2-for-4 on field-goal attempts and made all three of his PATs in Sunday night's 35-25 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: McManus made his return to action after missing two games with a right quadriceps injury. The kicker appeared to be a little rusty in the first half, leaving a 57-yard field-goal attempt short before missing a 44-yarder wide left as time expired in the second quarter. McManus was able to rebound after the break, connecting on field goals from 28 and 25 yards in the fourth quarter. On the year, he's now gone 9-for-13 on field-goal tries, including 2-for-3 from 50-plus yards, while also making 14…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 9:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Retaining placekicking duties

    McManus (right quadriceps) is active for Sunday's game in Pittsburgh, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus thus is putting an end to a two-game absence due to the right quad that he tweaked during Week 6 prep. He's slated to handle his usual placekicking duties Week 8 while his fill-in Lucas Havrisik is a healthy scratch. In four appearances this season, McManus has connected on seven of nine field-goal attempts and 11 of 12 point-after tries.

    Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable again

    McManus (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game at Pittsburgh.

    Analysis: After missing the past two games, McManus returned to practice Thursday as a limited participant. He said afterward that he was pleased with both his leg strength and accuracy, but there's still some doubt about his Sunday availability after he failed to upgrade to full practice participation Friday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 24 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to limited practice

    McManus (right quadriceps) practiced on a limited basis Thursday.

    Analysis: During the open portion of Thursday's session, McManus was suited up to kick, per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic, which clearly came to pass. Afterward, McManus told Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com, "I was happy with where my leg was at and the pain with it. The power was there and the accuracy, so it was a positive day." This marks McManus' first official on-field work since Week 6 prep, when he initially tweaked his right quad, but it remains to be seen if he'll be able to put an end to a two-game…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 23 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    McManus (right quadriceps) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: McManus thus has been a DNP on four consecutive injury reports due to the right quad that he tweaked in practice on Wednesday, Oct. 8. Until he logs at least a limited practice again, he appears to be in danger of missing a third straight contest Sunday at Pittsburgh. Considering how well fill-in kicker Lucas Havrisik has fared in place of McManus -- 4-for-4 on FGAs, 6-for-6 on PATs -- the Packers have the luxury of patience as it pertains to McManus' recovery.

    Published: Wed, Oct 22 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive again

    McManus (right quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game in Arizona, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus thus will miss his second contest in a row due to the right quadriceps that he tweaked at the beginning of Week 6 prep. In McManus' stead, Lucas Havrisik will fill again after striking true on both field-goal attempts and all three point-after tries during last Sunday's win against the Bengals. McManus' next opportunity for game action is next Sunday's road matchup with the Steelers.

    Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 7

    McManus (right quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Arizona, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus didn't practice this week due to the right quad that he tweaked during last Wednesday's session and sidelined him this past Sunday against the Bengals, but Green Bay is keeping the door ajar for the 34-year-old to be available this weekend. Regarding that, McManus said Thursday, "Am I feeling better? Yes. And it's kind of a similar process of what we're game planning to try to get up to." The Packers have a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday, and if McManus is included among the team's…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 17 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    McManus (right quadriceps) was a non-participant at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: McManus already has missed one game due to the right quad that he pulled in practice last Wednesday, but coach Matt LaFleur told Ryan Wood of USA Today on Thursday that he's "day-to-day" and may "potentially" be able to kick on game day without practicing. McManus has one more chance to do so this week before Friday's injury report could include a ruling on his status for Sunday's contest in Arizona. Lucas Havrisik is available in the event McManus isn't able to go this weekend.

    Published: Thu, Oct 16 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Wednesday

    McManus (right quadriceps) didn't practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Instead, McManus was in sweats and sneakers, per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic, while fill-in placekicker Lucas Havrisik handled those duties to begin Week 7 prep. It's unclear if McManus is trending toward another absence Sunday at Arizona as he tends to the right quad injury that he sustained in last Wednesday's practice, but if he's inactive, Havrisik is decent insurance after connecting on both field-goal attempts and all three point-after tries during the Packers' Week 6 win against the…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 15 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive in Week 6

    McManus (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus tweaked his right quadriceps at Wednesday's practice and went down as a limited participant on all three of the Packers' Week 6 injury reports. The Packers held tryouts for kickers Greg Joseph and Lucas Havrisik on Thursday, and the team signed the latter to the active roster Saturday as insurance in the event McManus couldn't go this weekend. Now that McManus has been confirmed to be unavailable, he'll hand off placekicking duties to Havrisik for at least one contest.

    Published: Sun, Oct 12 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 6

    McManus (right quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Bengals, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus showed up on Green Bay's first Week 6 practice report Wednesday as limited due to a right quad injury, and he maintained that activity level through Friday. During a media session Thursday, he said "I plan on playing" against Cincinnati, but his status now won't be confirmed until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. McManus added that the "tug" he felt in his quad Wednesday "felt very similar to when I had a quad-type deal in 2022," but he ended up taking the rest of…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 10 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Manages limited practice Thursday

    The Packers listed McManus (quadriceps) as a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: According to Ryan Wood of USA Today, McManus wasn't in full uniform during the open portion of Thursday's practice, nor was he seen doing any kicking after injuring his right quad during Wednesday's workout. Even so, McManus apparently did enough on-field work to garner a limited listing for the second straight day. Though head coach Matt LaFleur expressed some concern about McManus' availability for Sunday's game against the Bengals when he spoke to the media earlier Thursday, the kicker…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 9 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice, could play Sunday

    McManus (quadriceps) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Ryan Wood of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Before Thursday's session got underway, head coach Matt LaFleur said that McManus was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's practice after injuring his right quad during the workout, per Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site. LaFleur added that McManus' injury was a "major concern right now," but the Packers aren't yet ruling the 34-year-old out from serving as their kicker Sunday against the Bengals. Though he didn't do any kicking with his injured leg Thursday, McManus was on…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 9 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with quad injury

    McManus was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a right quadriceps injury.

    Analysis: McManus was one of 14 players listed on the Packers' first injury report following their Week 5 bye. Green Bay has kicker Mark McNamee on its practice squad as an international pathway player, though it's unclear if the Packers would feel comfortable turning to him as a replacement in the event McManus is unable to play Sunday against the Bengals.

    Published: Wed, Oct 8 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes pair of clutch FGAs in Week 4

    McManus went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts and 4-for-5 on extra-point tries in Sunday's 40-40 overtime tie against the Cowboys.

    Analysis: McManus made a game-tying 53-yard field goal as time expired in regulation before connecting on a 34-yard try to even the score at 40-40 at the conclusion of overtime. The kicker's only miss of the day came in the second quarter, when he had an extra-point attempt blocked, which was ultimately returned for two points on the other end for Dallas. McManus has now gone 7-for-9 on field-goal tries, including 2-for-2 on attempts from 50-plus yards, while making 11 of 12 PATs over four games this…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 9:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets blocked late in fourth

    McManus went one of two on field-goal tries and made his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 13-10 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: The kicker had a 43-yard attempt blocked late in the fourth that would have given Green Bay a 13-10 lead. McManus is now five of seven on field-goal tries and seven of seven on extra points in 2025. Though he's missed two early kicks, McManus' job should be safe heading into Week 4, as Sunday's block came when a defender flew around the left side and into the backfield.

    Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 7:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mixed bag in Thursday's win

    McManus made two of three field-goal attempts and all three of his PAT tries in Thursday's 27-18 win over the Commanders.

    Analysis: McManus missed a 48-yard attempt off the upright to end the first half but bounced back with a successful 22-yard field goal in the third quarter and an impressive 56-yarder in the fourth, which essentially sealed the win by making it a three-score game. McManus has made 24 of 26 field-goal attempts in 13 regular-season games as a member of the Packers.

    Published: Fri, Sep 12 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two FGAs in Week 1

    McManus went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts and made all three of his PATs in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: McManus made a 36-yard field goal in the first quarter before later adding a 38-yarder in the fourth. The kicker went 20-for-21 on field-goal tries over 11 regular-season games with Green Bay in 2024, and he has now picked up where he left off to open the 2025 campaign.

    Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in preseason opener

    McMamus made a 46-yard field goal and the lone extra point he attempted in Saturday's 30-10 exhibition loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: The Packers gave McManus only a couple chances to score, but he converted both opportunities. Although two other kickers are part of Green Bay's training camp roster, McManus shined last season and signed a three-year extension with the Packers in March, so he is locked in as the team's placekicker.

    Published: Mon, Aug 11 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets three-year extension

    McManus and the Packers agreed to terms Tuesday on a three-year, $15.3 million contract extension, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: McManus joined Green Bay midseason in 2024, ultimately converting 20 of 21 field-goal attempts and all 30 extra-point tries across 11 regular-season appearances with the team. He also converted one of two field-goal tries and his only PAT during the Packers' wild-card round loss to Philadelphia. McManus' tenure as the starter on a high-scoring offense will keep him in the mix as a relevant fantasy option at the kicker position for the 2025 campaign.

    Published: Tue, Mar 4 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Caps off quality campaign

    McManus made three field goals and his lone extra-point attempt in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: McManus made field goals of 37 and 30 yards in the first half, and his 55-yard field goal with under a minute to go in the contest would have proved pivotal had the Bears not hit a field goal of their own at the final buzzer. McManus ends the regular season having made all 30 extra-point tries and all but one of his 21 field-goal attempts over his 11 appearances since joining the Packers in mid-October.

    Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to five points

    McManus made a 22-yard field goal and two extra points in Sunday's 27-25 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: McManus made all his attempts for the seventh time in as many weeks, but the five points he finished with were the second fewest since that streak began. He and the Packers will close out the regular season against a Bears team that limited him to a season-low two points when the clubs last met in Week 11.

    Published: Tue, Dec 31 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another perfect appearance

    McManus made two field goals and four extra points in Monday's 34-0 victory over the Saints.

    Analysis: McManus rewarded those who included him in Week 16 fantasy lineups -- particularly those in leagues that reward field-goal distance, as he hit kicks from both 46 and 55 yards out. McManus and the Packers will next face a Vikings team that put the clamps on opposing kickers early on but ceded 14 made field goals on 17 attempts over its last six contests.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Delivers in victory

    McManus made three field goals and three extra points in Sunday's 30-13 victory over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Green Bay's offense slowed some after scoring touchdowns on its first two drives, but they remained effective enough to give McManus three field-goal attempts for the second time in three weeks and the fourth time in his eight games with the team. McManus and the Packers will next face a Saints team that ranks middle-of-the-pack against opposing kickers both over the last four weeks and over the course of the campaign.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes all kicks again

    McManus made a 32-yard field goal and all four extra points he attempted in Thursday's 34-31 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: McManus made every kick he attempted for the fourth time in as many chances and for the sixth time in seven appearances with the Packers. He and Green Bay will next face a Seattle team that allowed opponents to convert just six field goals over the five games leading up to its Week 14 matchup with the Cardinals.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Week 13

    McManus made all three of his field-goal tries and converted all three of his extra-point attempts during Thursday's 30-17 win versus the Dolphins.

    Analysis: McManus' first field goal of the day was a 46-yarder with time expiring in the first half to give Green Bay a 24-3 lead. He has now gone three straight games without a missed kick and will be trying to keep that streak alive when the Packers travel to take on Detroit's resilient defense in Week 14.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in victory

    McManus made a 51-yard field goal and all five extra points he attempted in Sunday's 38-10 victory over the 49ers.

    Analysis: McManus was perfect for the fourth time in five chances since joining Green Bay in late October, and the eight points he recorded were his second-most over that span. He and the Packers will next face the Dolphins, a team that held the Patriots without a field goal in Week 12 but allowed opponents to average three made field goals per game over its prior five contests.

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 6:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits two extra points

    McManus made both extra points he attempted in Sunday's 20-19 victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Possessions were limited for the Packers on Sunday and they attempted a two-point conversion on one of their three touchdown drives, so McManus was limited to only the two extra-point attempts in Week 11. Green Bay will next face a San Francisco team that ranks middle-of-the-pack against opposing kickers, both in recent weeks and over the course of the season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misfires for first time

    McManus made two of three field-goal attempts in Sunday's 24-14 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Sunday's rainy conditions at Lambeau Field certainly were not ideal for kicking, but nonetheless, McManus misfired from 46 yards out in the second quarter -- his first miss in three games with the Packers. Green Bay will be on bye in Week 10, so those who have added him to their fantasy rosters will need to look for another option. There is reason to replace him altogether, but it should be noted that since McManus made his season debut in Week 7, only five more kickers -- pending the results…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Buries another game-winner

    McManus made all three field goals he attempted -- including a game-winning 24-yarder as time expired -- and three extra points in Sunday's 30-27 victory over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: McManus buried a game-winning kick against the Texans in Week 7, and he accomplished the same feat just seven days later. He has made all 10 kicks he has gotten up -- four field goals and six extra points -- since joining the Packers, which is exactly what Green Bay was looking for when adding him to the roster in mid-October.

    Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes game-winning kick

    McManus made all three extra points he attempted and a game-winning 45-yard field goal as time expired in Sunday's 24-22 victory over the Texans.

    Analysis: McManus replaced Brayden Narveson as Green Bay's kicker last week, and it took him no time at all to make an impact for his new team. The Packers have been seeking consistency at the kicker spot for a while, so he figures to hold down the job for a team that ranks seventh in the league at 26.6 points per game with two games to go in Week 7.

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • New kicker for Green Bay

    McManus agreed to a one-year deal with the Packers on Tuesday and is expected to serve as the team's kicker for Sunday's game against the Texans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: McManus spent his first nine seasons with the Broncos before catching on with Jacksonville during the 2023 campaign. He converted 30 of 37 field goal attempts and all 35 extra-points during his stint with the Jaguars. The veteran then landed with the Commanders in the offseason but was subsequently let go one week after reports surfaced that he was the subject of a civil lawsuit. With the NFL conducting an investigation that found insufficient evidence of McManus violating the league's personal…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 15 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Washington

    McManus was released by the Commanders on Sunday.

    Analysis: McManus signed a one-year deal to join Washington in March, with his release occurring a week after reports that McManus was the subject of a civil lawsuit, per NFL.com. The Commanders don't currently have another kicker on their roster, which may change as soon as Monday.

    Published: Sun, Jun 2 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins Commanders

    McManus agreed to terms on a one-year, $3.6 million contract with Washington on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: McManus' deal presumably indicates Joey Slye will not be brought back by Washington. The 32-year-old McManus spent his first nine seasons in Denver before converting 30 of 37 field goals and all 35 extra points for the Jaguars in 2023. It remains to be seen if the Commanders will bring in any competition for the veteran kicker.

    Published: Mon, Mar 11 at 7:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in season finale

    McManus made both field-goal attempts and both PATs against the Titans in Week 18. He played in all 17 games and went 30-for-37 on field goals and 35-for-35 on PATs.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old tied a career high with 125 points, and it was the first time since 2018 he didn't miss an extra point. Five of McManus' misses came from beyond 50 yards, with the other two being from 40-to-49 yards, so he should be able to secure a contract for 2024 somewhere after kicking for the Jags on a one-year deal.

    Published: Tue, Jan 23 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on track with four FGs

    McManus converted all four field-goal attempts and both PATs during Sunday's 26-0 win over Carolina.

    Analysis: Backup quarterback C.J. Beathard had trouble finishing drives for the Jags, leading to four field goals within 40 yards for McManus. The short makes end a streak of three games without a field goal for McManus, who is now 28-for-35 on the season and is perfect on 33 PATs.

    Published: Mon, Jan 1 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another long FG

    McManus missed his lone field-goal attempt and did not attempt an extra point in Sunday's 30-12 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: McManus missed from 52 yards during the second quarter, and Jacksonville trailed 30-0 before finally putting some points on the board late in the third. The 32-year-old is now without a made field goal over the past three games, though his three misses during that stretch have come from 50, 52 and 55 yards, and he's converted just five of 11 attempts from beyond 50 yards this season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 10:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses two long FGs in loss

    McManus converted his lone point-after attempt and missed two field goals during Sunday's 23-7 loss against the Ravens.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old hit the right upright from 50 yards and missed wide left from 55 during the first half Sunday, marking his second straight contest without a made field goal. McManus has made just four of eight field goals over the past four games, though three of his misses are from beyond 50 yards, with the other miss coming from 48.

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No field goals Week 14

    McManus made all three of his PATs and did not attempt a field goal during Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: McManus was held without a field-goal attempt for the first time this year, and he tied a season low with three points Sunday. The 32-year-old is 24-for-28 on field goals and 30-for-30 on PATs through 13 games, and a matchup with Baltimore awaits in Week 15.

    Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another miss Monday

    McManus made one of two field-goal attempts and all four PATs during Monday's 34-31 loss to Cincinnati.

    Analysis: McManus missed a 48-yard field goal in the fourth quarter that would have given Jacksonville the lead, though he came through from 40 yards in the final minute to push the game to overtime. The 32-year-old made all 15 of his field goals from Week 4 to Week 11, but he's gone 4-for-6 over the past two games and is now 24-for-28 on the season.

    Published: Tue, Dec 5 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • First miss since Week 3

    McManus made three of four field-goal attempts and his lone PAT during Sunday's 24-21 win against the Texans.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old missed wide right from 55 yards during the fourth quarter, but he otherwise converted from 40, 48 and 53 yards to help propel Jacksonville to a divisional victory. McManus has made a career-high 88 percent of his field goals this season, with two of his three misses coming beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect on six kicks

    McManus made both his field-goal attempts and all four PATs during Sunday's 34-14 win against the Titans.

    Analysis: The veteran kicker converted field goals from 25 and 30 yards during the second quarter and remains perfect on extra points this season. McManus is 20-for-22 on field-goal attempts this season, with both misses coming against the Texans in Week 3.

    Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Converts lone kick

    McManus made his only field-goal attempt during Sunday's 34-3 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old put Jacksonville on the board with a 37-yard field goal during the second quarter, and that ended up being the team's only points of the game. McManus missed two field goals Week 3 against Houston but is otherwise perfect on 18 tries this season, and he also has yet to miss an extra-point attempt. If he's able to maintain this level of accuracy, the 90 percent hit rate would be the best of his career.

    Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Delivers from distance

    McManus made all four of his field-goal attempts and did not attempt an extra point during Sunday's 20-10 win versus the Steelers.

    Analysis: Jacksonville's offense struggled to finish its drives Sunday in Pittsburgh, but McManus came through with field goals from 51, 50, 38 and 37 yards out to build a lead. The 32-year-old is 18-for-18 on PATs and 17-for-19 on field goals this season, with 12 of those made field goals coming in the past five games.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Converts lone field-goal attempt

    McManus converted his only field-goal attempt and all four point-after tries in Thursday's 31-24 win at New Orleans.

    Analysis: McManus' only field-goal try came from 43 yards out, and he continued to demonstrate good accuracy at that range, knocking it through to extend Jacksonville's lead to two scores before the end of the first half. The Jaguars offense seems to have hit its stride, scoring 31.0 points per game over the last three contests, making McManus a high-floor fantasy option.

    Published: Fri, Oct 20 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy day Week 6

    McManus went 3-for-3 on field goals and 4-for-4 on PATs during Sunday's 37-20 win against the Colts.

    Analysis: The veteran kicker showed off his range Week 6, as he converted field goals from 48, 49 and 51 yards, all three of which came during the second half. McManus has now attempted three field goals in four of the past five games, and he's 12-for-14 through six contests overall this year.

    Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 7:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes FG, two PATs in win

    McManus converted his lone field-goal attempt and both PATs during Sunday's 25-20 win over the Bills.

    Analysis: Jacksonville successfully converted a two-point conversion after opening the scoring with a touchdown in the first quarter, so McManus lost out on an extra point. The veteran kicker was successful from 44 yards and is now 9-for-11 on field goals and 10-for-10 on PATs through the first five games of 2023. A divisional matchup with the Colts awaits in Week 6.

    Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes three FGs in win

    McManus went 3-for-3 on field-goal attempts and 2-for-2 on PATs during Sunday's 23-7 win against the Falcons.

    Analysis: McManus missed two field goals Week 3 but rebounded Sunday in London by converting kicks from 38, 43 and 56 yards. The 32-year-old attempted just one field goal during the season opener but has three attempts in each of the past three games, which should provide a decent fantasy floor despite the underwhelming start to the season from Jacksonville's offense.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses twice in loss

    McManus made one of three field-goal attempts and both PATs during Sunday's 37-17 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old converted a field goal from 33 yards but missed wide right from 48 and had a 51-yard attempt blocked, as the Jaguars struggled in all three facets Sunday. McManus is now 5-for-7 on field goals and 6-for-6 on extra-point attempts through the first three games of the season.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Drills three FGs

    McManus converted all three of his field-goal attempts during Sunday's 17-9 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: McManus provided Jacksonville's only offense in Sunday's loss, making field goals of 22, 32 and 49 yards. The 32-year-old is off to the strong start for the Jaguars, as he's 4-for-4 on PATs and 4-for-4 on field-goal attempts through two games.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Jags debut

    McManus made his lone field-goal attempt and all four PATs during Sunday's 31-21 win against the Colts.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old signed with Jacksonville in May shortly after being let go by Denver, and he had no issues during his first game in a new uniform. McManus had a strong showing during the preseason and retained that form Week 1, as he converted his lone field goal from 45 yards and was perfect on PATs. The veteran kicker is likely to be a decent fantasy option this year given the Jaguars' promising offense and his strong leg.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds new home in Jacksonville

    The Jaguars signed McManus to a one-year contract Thursday.

    Analysis: McManus was released by the Broncos on Tuesday, but after just two days he finds a new home in Jacksonville. The 31-year-old, who had spent his entire NFL career to date in Denver, converted just 28 of 36 field goals to go with 25 of 27 extra-point attempts during the 2022 season. Though McManus' conversion percentage isn't extraordinary, that's in part due to his high volume of long-distance kicks (13 tries from 50-plus yards last season). He was 10-for-10 on attempts from 40-49 yards out in…read more

    Published: Thu, May 25 at 7:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Informed of release

    The Broncos are releasing McManus, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The 31-year-old has spent his entire career in Denver, playing 144 of a possible 146 regular-season games over nine years. McManus was scheduled for non-guaranteed base salaries of $3.65 million in 2023 and $3.85 million in 2024, so his release is likely about cap space more than performance. While his career 81.4 percent success rate on FG attempts is subpar by modern standards, McManus has attempted a ton of long-distance kicks due to his strong leg and the altitude in Denver, with tries of…read more

    Published: Tue, May 23 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    McManus made his only field-goal attempt and all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 31-28 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: McManus converted a 33-yarder on his lone field goal. For the season, he made only 28 of 36 field goals to go with 25 of 27 PATs, placing outside the top 20 in scoring for kickers. At 31 years old, he's slated to return to the Broncos next season for his 10th NFL campaign.

    Published: Tue, Jan 10 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one field goal in loss

    McManus made his only field-goal attempt and made all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: McManus was perfect Sunday and accounted for six of the Broncos' 24 points in the contest. The veteran kicker connected on his lone field-goal attempt from 49 yards out, and he has now made 27 of his 35 field-goal tries this season. McManus will look to finish the campaign with another solid performance in a Week 18 matchup with the Chargers.

    Published: Tue, Jan 3 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two field goals

    McManus made both of his field-goal tries and did not attempt an extra point in Sunday's 51-14 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 55 and 49 yards out in the contest on a day when the Broncos' offense struggled. Through 15 games, the veteran kicker has now made 26 of his 34 field-goal attempts this season. McManus could see more opportunities in scoring range in a Week 17 matchup with the Chiefs, as the two teams combined for 62 total points in Week 14.

    Published: Tue, Dec 27 at 2:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one field goal in win

    McManus made one of his two field-goal attempts and made all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 24-15 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: McManus accounted for six of the Broncos' 24 points Sunday, but the veteran could have had a bigger day if not for a miss from 38 yards out at the end of the first quarter. In 14 games, the 31-year-old kicker has made 24 of his 32 field-goal attempts this season. His 75 percent field-goal percentage is his lowest mark since the 2017 season. McManus will look to have a more productive outing in Week 16 when the Broncos visit the Rams.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 7:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 15

    McManus doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against Arizona.

    Analysis: For a second straight week, McManus was limited to start prep due to a quad issue but has been cleared for game action after submitting a full practice Friday. Across 13 appearances, he's 23-for-30 on field-goal attempts, with five of his seven misses coming from beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by quad injury

    McManus (quadriceps) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Ellie Kinney of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus is back on the injury report to start Week 15 prep, just like he was one week ago. He ultimately suited up in the Broncos' loss to the Chiefs and made all four of point-after tries. Barring a setback, McManus should be cleared to play in this Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes four PATs in loss

    McManus did not attempt a field goal and made all four of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 34-28 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Though McManus was perfect on his extra-point attempts Sunday, his production was limited by a surprisingly effective day for Denver's offense. Going forward, it's unlikely that the Broncos will all of a sudden be a team that consistently finishes drives in the end zone. For that reason, McManus remains a solid play based on Denver's tendency to stall in scoring range. The 31-year-old kicker will look to bounce back for fantasy purposes when the Broncos host the Cardinals in Week 15.

    Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Friday

    McManus (quadriceps) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against Kansas City.

    Analysis: McManus was sidelined to start Week 14 prep due to a quadriceps injury, but he returned as a limited participant Thursday and was full go Friday, putting him in line to suit up Sunday. That said, the injury may in part explain why McManus came up short on a potential game-winning 63-yard kick as time expired in the Broncos' one-point loss to the Ravens in Week 10, marking the fifth field goal he's missed beyond 50 yards this season. The Broncos could be more hesitant to give McManus more long…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Increases activity Thursday

    McManus (quadriceps) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: McManus was sidelined during practice Wednesday due to what Denver coach Nathaniel Hackett characterized as a minor right quadriceps injury. While it's unclear when or how this issue first arose, it appears the 31-year-old kicker is trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's game versus Kansas City. McManus will now have one opportunity to return to a full practice before Friday's final injury report, though Hackett already said he doesn't plan to bring in another kicker for the Week 14…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out practice Wednesday

    McManus didn't practice Wednesday due to a right quadriceps injury, but head coach Nathaniel Hackett said he isn't concerned about the issue and won't bring in another kicker, Ellie Kinney of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: McManus connected from 52, 41 and 50 yards before leaving a 63-yard attempt short as time time expired in the Broncos' 10-9 loss to the Ravens in Week 13. The kicker appears to have picked up a groin injury during the contest, but the issue appears to be minor. McManus will have two more days to return to practice before Denver needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs.

    Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Short on game-winner

    McManus made three of four field-goal attempts and did not take an extra point in Sunday's 10-9 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 52, 41 and 50 yards prior to being short on a game-winning attempt from 63 yards as time expired. With 80 points this season, McManus places just inside the top 20 among kickers league-wide.

    Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 5:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one field goal in loss

    McManus made one of his two field-goal attempts and made his only extra-point try in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: McManus connected on a 27-yard field goal early in the second quarter, but he missed his only other attempt wide left from 56 yards out in the closing seconds of the first half. Denver's offensive struggles continued Sunday, limiting the veteran kicker's opportunities in scoring range. McManus will look to get back on track when the Broncos visit the Ravens in Week 13.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes three field goals in loss

    McManus made three of his four field-goal attempts as well as his only extra-point try in Sunday's 22-16 overtime loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: McManus converted once from 52 yards and twice from 48 yards for his three field goals. The veteran's other attempt was blocked in the closing seconds of the first half. McManus' three field goals were his most since Week 6, as Denver's offense continues to struggle. Getting into scoring range is a tall order for Denver, but the 31-year-old will look to build off his solid performance when the Broncos visit the Panthers in Week 12.

    Published: Tue, Nov 22 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one field goal

    McManus connected on his only field-goal attempt while also making his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: McManus converted his lone field-goal attempt from 39 yards Sunday. Denver continued to struggle offensively, limiting opportunities in scoring range. The Broncos' inability to move the ball consistently is a cause for concern for fantasy managers relying on McManus' production. With a favorable matchup against the Raiders in Week 11, the veteran kicker could see plenty of opportunities to produce for fantasy purposes.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 11:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No field-goal attempts in win

    McManus did not attempt a field goal Sunday while going 3-for-3 on extra-point tries in the Broncos' 21-17 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: McManus failed to produce at least one field goal for the first time this season. The veteran kicker has often been relied upon this season with the Broncos' typically struggling to finish drives, but Sunday's win over the Jaguars saw the offense find the end zone on three different occasions. Denver is on bye in Week 9, and the team will look to get their offense on track for the second half of the season. An improved offensive attack could lead to more opportunities for McManus in scoring…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 1 at 6:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses two kicks

    McManus missed one of his two field-goal attempts as well as his only extra-point try in Sunday's 16-9 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: McManus failed on a PAT to begin the day, then went wide right on a 56-yard attempt with his next kick. Although he subsequently rallied with a 44-yard make, it wasn't the veteran's best performance, as Denver suffered a close defeat at home.

    Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits double figures

    McManus made all three of his field-goal attempts as well as his only extra-point try in Monday night's 19-16 overtime loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 51, 27 and 48 yards on his three field goals. The veteran has now notched at least nine points in four of six games this season, giving him good value despite Denver's offense struggling.

    Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes three field goals in loss

    McManus made three of his four field-goal attempts and did not have any extra-point tries in Thursday's 12-9 overtime loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: McManus accounted for all of the Broncos' nine points Thursday, as the offense continued its slow start to the 2022 season. The veteran kicker's only miss came on a blocked kick by the Colts late in the third quarter. Through five games, McManus now boasts 37 points, ranking third among kickers league-wide. If the Broncos continue to finish offensive drives, the 31-year-old could continue to see plenty of opportunities to add to his impressive start.

    Published: Sat, Oct 8 at 8:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses extra point

    McManus made his only field-goal attempt but missed one of three extra-point tries in Sunday's 32-23 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: McManus has now missed a kick in three of four games this season. Despite those misfires, he still sports 28 points on the campaign, ranking in the middle of the pack among kickers league-wide.

    Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses field goal

    McManus made one of his two field-goal attempts and did not have any extra-point tries in Sunday night's 11-10 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: McManus drilled a 55-yard field goal on his first kick, but he went wide right from 53 yards on his second attempt. Through three games, he now sports 23 points, tying him for 10th league-wide at his position.

    Published: Tue, Sep 27 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores double digits

    McManus made all three of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try in Sunday's 16-9 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 20, 24 and 50 yards on his three field goals, responding well after missing a deep kick for the win in Week 1. Through two games, he now boasts 20 points, ranking second among kickers league-wide.

    Published: Tue, Sep 20 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses game-winning kick

    McManus made three of four field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try in Monday night's 17-16 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 30, 40 and 26 yards prior to missing a potential game-winning kick from 64 yards on Denver's last drive. Despite that miss, his 10 total points still made it a pretty productive start to the campaign.

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in season finale

    McManus connected on his only field-goal attempt, while making all three of his extra-point attempts in Saturday's 28-24 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: McManus ended the season on a high note, making every kick in a close game with the Chiefs. On the year, McManus made 26 of 31 field-goal attempts and missed just one of his 34 extra-point attempts. The 30-year-old could have had a much bigger year if the Denver offense didn't struggle to move the ball as much as it did in 2021, so improvements on that side of the ball could go a long way in providing a boost to McManus' scoring opportunities. The veteran is under contract until he becomes an…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 12 at 5:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play Saturday

    McManus (COVID-19 protocols) has been medically cleared to play in Saturday's game against Kansas City.

    Analysis: McManus was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday after he tested positive for the virus early in the week. However, he'll be available to play in Saturday's regular-season finale.

    Published: Sat, Jan 8 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated, still questionable

    The Broncos activated McManus (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports. McManus (COVID-19 protocols) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: McManus reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, but the changes made to league protocols early last week have given him a chance to miss no time as a result. Still, he has yet to gain clearance to play and will have to do so ahead of Saturday's 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff. The Broncos don't have another placekicker on the team, active roster, practice squad or otherwise. Thus, if McManus isn't available, the team may eschew field-goal and extra-point attempts entirely when those situations…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 7 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two field goals

    McManus connected on both of his field-goal attempts, while making his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 34-13 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: McManus accounted for seven of the Broncos' 13 points Sunday, as the team's offense struggled to keep up with the Chargers. The veteran kicker made field goals from 23 and 61 yards. His 61-yard field goal set a new career-high. McManus was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, so he will look to clear the NFL's COVID-19 protocol ahead of a Week 18 matchup with the Chiefs. If he isn't cleared in time, Denver will have to sign a kicker as his replacement in the regular season finale.

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 5:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • On COVID list

    Denver placed McManus on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Ben Swanson of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Broncos could be without both of their specialists for Saturday's game against the Chiefs, as McManus was joined on the list by punter Sam Martin after both tested positive for the virus Monday, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Denver doesn't have another kicker on the practice squad, so it could be forced to look outside of the organization to find a replacement if McManus isn't able to clear the NFL's COVID-19 protocol prior to the Week 18 contest.

    Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another missed kick

    McManus missed one of three field-goal attempts but made his only extra-point try in Sunday's 17-13 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: McManus nailed a 49- and 55-yarder on his first two field goals, but he couldn't convert from 55 yards again on his last attempt. As a result, he's now missed a kick in consecutive games, a streak he'll aim to break in Week 17 versus the Chargers.

    Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses field goal

    McManus missed one of two field-goal attempts but made his only extra-point try in Sunday's 15-10 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: McManus converted from a season-long 54 yards prior to sending his next field-goal attempt, a 51-yarder, wide right just before halftime. Counting Sunday's performance, McManus has now scored four points or fewer in three of his last four games, restricting him to 91 points on the campaign.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one field goal

    McManus connected on his only field-goal attempt, while making all five of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 38-10 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: McManus converted his lone field-goal attempt from 52 yards Sunday. Denver's offense dominated the Lions' defense, as the team was able to find the end zone five different times in the contest. Their ability to convert in scoring position limited the veteran kicker's ability to have a larger day with more field goal attempts. McManus and the Broncos will host the Bengals in Week 15.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes lone kick

    McManus converted his only field-goal attempt but didn't have any extra-point tries in Sunday night's 22-9 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 42 yards on his lone kick of the evening. The veteran hasn't missed a kick but has managed just seven points over the past two weeks, slowing his scoring pace as he approaches Week 14's game versus the Lions.

    Published: Tue, Dec 7 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes extra points

    McManus did not attempt a field goal but made all four of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 28-13 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: McManus' four PATs marked a season high and compensated for his lack of field-goal opportunities to a slight degree. Through 11 games, McManus now sports 76 points on the campaign.

    Published: Tue, Nov 30 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two field goals

    McManus connected on two of his three field-goal attempts, with one being blocked in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: McManus made his lone extra-point attempt in the contest. The veteran made field goals from 28 and 21 yards. With Denver's offense struggling against Philadelphia, McManus did not see enough opportunities to have a big game for fantasy purposes. Heading into the team's bye in Week 11, the 30-year-old kicker has hit 18 field goals on 21 attempts.

    Published: Tue, Nov 16 at 5:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes three field goals

    McManus connected on three of his four field-goal attempts, while making one of his two extra-point attempts in Sunday's 30-16 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: McManus made field goals from 27, 42 and 53 yards Sunday. After going perfect in field-goal attempts to start the year, McManus has now missed kicks in back-to-back games. The Denver offense showed some life against Dallas, and the veteran kicker could benefit from being in field-goal range more often if the team can carry over this success. McManus and the Broncos will host the Eagles in Week 10.

    Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 4:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses field goal

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

    Analysis: McManus converted from 45 yards prior to missing a 53-yarder wide right in the fourth quarter. The veteran now sports 55 points through eight games, placing just outside the top 10 league-wide at his position.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two PATs in loss

    McManus didn't attempt a field goal in Thursday's 17-14 loss to the Browns but made both of his PAT attempts.

    Analysis: McManus' underwhelming night was a byproduct of the Denver offense struggling to get into scoring position Thursday. This could continue to be an issue for the veteran kicker unless the Broncos can move the ball more effectively. McManus has yet to miss a kick in the 2021 campaign, and he'll look to keep that streak going when the Broncos host Washington in Week 8.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 9:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues perfect streak

    McManus connected on his only field goal attempt and all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 34-24 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: With Sunday's performance, McManus extended his perfect streak through the first seven games of the 2021 season. The veteran kicker's only field goal was good from 32 yards out. The Broncos' offense has cooled off a bit as of late, so McManus' scoring opportunities have been limited. The 30-year-old will look to continue his perfect streak when the Broncos visit the Browns in Week 7.

    Published: Tue, Oct 19 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains perfect in loss

    McManus connected on both of his field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point attempt in Sunday's 27-19 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: McManus made field goals from 29 and 39 yards Sunday. With this performance, the veteran kicker continues without a miss in the 2021 campaign. Up next, the Broncos host a Raiders team giving up an average of 24 points per game to start the season, which could give McManus ample opportunity to keep his streak alive.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 9:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes one PAT in loss

    McManus didn't attempt a field goal in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Ravens but made his only PAT attempt.

    Analysis: McManus didn't get the opportunity to kick any field goals Sunday, as the Denver offense struggled to move the ball throughout most of the contest. The 30-year-old kicker will look to make the most of his opportunities while continuing his perfect streak in a Week 5 matchup against the Steelers.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 6:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues perfect streak

    McManus connected on all four of his field-goal attempts and both extra-point attempts in Sunday's 26-0 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: McManus made field-goals from 21, 36, 45 and 47 yards in the blowout win. The 30-year-old kicker has yet to miss a field-goal attempt in the 2021 campaign. McManus will look to stay perfect in Week 4 as the Broncos host the visiting Ravens.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 10:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains perfect in win

    McManus connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and both extra-point attempts in Sunday's 23-13 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: McManus connected from 32, 40 and 46 yards in the contest. Through two weeks, the veteran kicker has been perfect on all field-goal and extra-point attempts. McManus will look to keep the streak going in Week 3 when the Broncos host the Jets.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 6:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in win

    McManus connected on both of his field-goal attempts and all three extra-point attempts in Sunday's 27-13 win against the Giants.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 23 yards during the second quarter and 36 yards in the fourth quarter. The 30-year-old was perfect Sunday, and he has a great chance to keep it going when the Broncos visit the Jaguars on Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits 10 50+ yarders

    McManus converted 28 of 34 field goals and 24 of 27 point-after attempts in 2020.

    Analysis: McManus was handed a big contract early in the season and delivered mixed results. One one hand, he led the league with 10 field goals of 50 or more yards. On the other, his field-goal conversion rate was just above his career average and he missed as many point-after attempts in 2020 as he had in his entire career heading into the season. Six of McManus's nine total misses on the year came in the final three games of the season, including two near-impossibly long misses in Week 17 versus…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses three long kicks

    McManus converted field goals of of 22, 26, and 37 yards during Sunday's loss to Las Vegas while also making both of his point-after attempts. He missed a field-goal attempt of 56 yards and had attempts of 63 and 70 yards blocked.

    Analysis: The Broncos really tested McManus' leg Sunday, with his attempts from 70 and 63 yards coming at the end of both halves, respectively. Though he ended the season on a bit of a cold streak, going 7-for-12 on field-goal attempts during the final quarter of the year, he still managed to finish ninth in the league with 28 total field goals and first in the league with 10 field goals of 50 or more yards.

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has costly miss

    McManus converted an extra point and field goals of 30, 50 and 52 yards during Sunday's 19-16 loss at the Chargers.

    Analysis: McManus' leg from 50-plus yards kept the Broncos in the game Sunday, but it was his uncharacteristic miss earlier that contributed to the Broncos' loss. McManus shanked a 42-yard attempt early in the second quarter, and, after the play was called back for a defensive offsides, McManus hit the upright on the 37-yard retry. It was McManus' first miss from inside 40 yards since Week 5 of the 2017 season. He'll look to start a new streak Sunday against Las Vegas, against which McManus converted…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 6:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with team

    McManus will be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday and rejoin the Broncos for practice, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: McManus was placed on the list Dec. 14 after being deemed a close contact of an individual infected by COVID-19. Though he continued to test negative for the virus in the days that followed, the timing of McManus' placement on the list left him unavailable for Saturday's 48-19 loss to the Bills. Now that he's been reinstated to the roster, McManus will settle back in as the Broncos' kicker in place of Taylor Russolino, who moved back to the practice squad following the Week 15 loss.

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 7:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Saturday

    McManus, who remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list, won't be available for Saturday's game against the Bills, Ryan O'Halloran of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: Though McManus continues to test negative for the virus after landing on the list Monday due to being a close contact of an infected individual, he won't be eligible to return to the 53-man roster until Sunday. As a result, McManus will have to sit out for the first time this season, forcing the team to summon Taylor Russolino from the practice squad to handle Week 15 kicking duties.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to kick Saturday

    The Broncos are expected to be without McManus (undisclosed) Saturday against the Bills, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: McManus landed on the reserve/COVID-19 list as a close contact, with Palmer noting that if Denver's game was Sunday he'd be able to play. Instead, the Broncos are hosting the Bills on Saturday, with Taylor Russolino expected to handle the team's Week 15 kicking duties.

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues to test negative

    McManus remains in self-isolation Wednesday after recently coming into close contact with an individual infected with COVID-19, but the kicker continues to test negative for the virus, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: McManus previously stated that he intends to suit up Saturday against the Bills, and his string negative tests may give him a chance to do so. Still, the kicker will need to be officially removed from the reserve/COVID-19 list before his availability can be guaranteed. Taylor Russolino remains on Denver's practice squad and would likely be promoted to handle Week 15 kicking duties should McManus fails to get clearance before Saturday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heading to reserve list

    McManus will be heading to the reserve/COVID-19 list, per his personal Twitter account.

    Analysis: McManus adds that his close contact with a COVID-infected individual took place outside of Broncos headquarters and that it is his intention to still suit up against the Bills on Saturday. McManus's confidence aside, the news does place his availability in jeopardy given the short week. If he's able to play, he'll be coming off one of the roughest outings of his career in which he missed two of four point-after attempts.

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Converts two of three kicks

    McManus made one of two field-goal attempts and his lone PAT during Sunday's 22-16 loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old converted from 53 yards during the first quarter, but he missed wide left on a 57-yard field goal shortly before halftime. It's his first missed field goal since Week 2, which was also a 50-plus yard attempt. McManus is 22-for-24 on field-goal attempts and 19-for-20 on PATs through 12 games this season.

    Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 6:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Friday

    McManus (personal) returned to practice as expected Friday, Troy Renck of ABC Denver7 reports.

    Analysis: McManus missed Thursday's practice with an excused personal absence but was back in the fold Friday. He should be all systems go for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

    Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Away from team

    McManus was away from the team Thursday with an excused absence for personal reasons, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: As Kils points out, McManus is expected to rejoin the team Friday ahead of its game Sunday against the Chiefs, so the kicker isn't in jeopardy of missing action. McManus connected on a career-long 58-yard field goal in last Sunday's loss to New Orleans, and with Drew Lock officially activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list, he could have more opportunities to score points in Week 13.

    Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sets career long

    McManus converted his lone field-goal attempt, a 58-yarder, during Sunday's 31-3 loss to New Orleans.

    Analysis: The Broncos took a five-yard loss on third down midway through the third quarter on Sunday, pushing a tough field-goal try back even farther. McManus nailed it with room to spare, breaking his previous career long of 57 yards set back in 2015 and keeping alive Denver's streak of never being shut out at home. Sunday was obviously a unique situation with an undrafted rookie wide receiver forced to play quarterback. Expect a few more opportunities for McManus Sunday night with Drew Lock back in…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes all four kicks

    McManus made both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: McManus' pair of field goals both came in the second quarter, from 29 and 47 yards. The veteran has been tremendously consistent this season, and now sports 78 points through 10 games.

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes both kicks

    McManus made both of his field-goal tries but did not attempt an extra point in Sunday's 37-12 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 50 and 33 yards on his respective kicks, improving his already-awesome record so far this season. Through nine games, the veteran has missed merely two of 36 total attempts, netting 70 points in the process.

    Published: Tue, Nov 17 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches nine points

    McManus made both of his field-goal attempts as well as all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 34-27 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: McManus converted from 43 and 41 yards on his two field goals, which helped bring his season tally to 64 points through eight games. At the moment, McManus has made 16 of 17 attempts on both field goals and extra points, bringing great consistency to Denver's kicking game.

    Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts up seven points

    McManus made his lone field-goal attempt and all four extra-point tries during Sunday's 31-30 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old converted a 35-yard field goal during the first quarter and was successful on all the extra-point tries for Denver's four second-half touchdowns, including the game-winning PAT as time expired. McManus made six field goals Week 6, but he has only two attempts over the past two games. However, he draws an appealing fantasy matchup against the Falcons in Week 9.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses in snow

    McManus made his only field-goal attempt but missed one of his two extra-point tries in Sunday's 43-16 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: McManus faced snowy conditions, somewhat excusing his missed PAT, which was also his first miss this season. Through six games, McManus now sports 48 points.

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails six field goals

    McManus converted field goals of 45, 44, 27, 52, 20, and 54 yards during Sunday's 18-12 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Kudos to you if you started McManus on Sunday, as the Temple product set a franchise record with six field goals while serving as the entirety of the Broncos' scoring offense. He's converted 11 consecutive field-goal attempts, including five from 50 yards or further. McManus is tied for the league lead with nine conversions from 40 yards out out.

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 8:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Accounts for 13 points

    McManus converted field goals of 40, 54 and 53 yards during Thursday's 37-28 win over the Jets. He added four point-after conversions.

    Analysis: First-time starter Brett Rypien didn't do McManus many favors in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter. With the Broncos down by one, Rypien took a 10-yard grounding penalty on third down, forcing McManus to try from 53 yards out. He nailed it for his second field goal of 50 or more yards of the quarter. The Temple product is on pace to tie his career-best field-goal percentage for a season (85.7% in 2015) and shatter his career mark for conversions of 40 yards or more (14 in 2018).

    Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails 56-yarder

    McManus converted an extra-point and a 56-yard field goal during Sunday's 28-10 loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: McManus' 56-yarder was his longest field goal since Week 1 of the 2015 season. McManus has held value in recent seasons, as he's on a team that has had enough offense to get into field-goal range, but not enough to get into the end zone. History is repeating itself as, with Drew Lock (shoulder) out for at least another game or two, the Broncos have a more question marks on offense than answers. Expect that to continue Thursday against the Jets with Brett Rypien or Jeff Driskel leading the…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Boots two field goals

    McManus converted two of three field goals -- from 49 and 27 yards out -- and made an extra-point during Sunday's 26-21 loss in Pittsburgh. He missed a 58-yard attempt.

    Analysis: McManus attempted his first three field-goal tries of the season after signing his megadeal to remain in Denver just prior to the start of the season. No one will begrudge McManus for missing a 58-yarder in a very difficult stadium in which to kick, but how McManus performs with longer kicks bears watching. He's been nearly automatic from inside 50 yards since the start of 2018, converting 47 of his 49 attempts. Despite a huge leg, however, he's just six for 15 from 50 and out.

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sinks two PATs in opener

    McManus didn't attempt a field goal in Monday's 16-14 loss to the Titans but made both his PAT attempts.

    Analysis: McManus didn't get many opportunities, as the Denver offense often failed to move the ball and got into the end zone both times that it got rolling. With a road date against the stingy Steelers defense on tap in Week 2, McManus' kicking opportunities likely will remain limited.

    Published: Wed, Sep 16 at 11:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Rewarded with extension

    The Broncos and McManus have agreed to a four-year, $17.2 million extension, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: McManus was set to play the season on a one-year deal with the opportunity to enter free agency in the offseason. However, he'll now be in Denver long term while being paid at least $9.5 million in fully guaranteed money. The contract rewards McManus for his accuracy, as he has made 82 percent of his kicks across six seasons in Denver, including going 29 of 34 in 2019.

    Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Coming back in 2020

    The Broncos picked up McManus' $1 million option for 2020, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: McManus is coming off another solid year with Denver, as he connected on 29 of 34 field goals (85.3 percent) and 25 of 26 extra points. The 28-year-old kicker hit four of seven kicks from beyond 50 yards, and he's poised to be the Broncos' starter again in 2020.

    Published: Tue, Feb 25 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores 112 points in 2019

    McManus converted 29 of 34 field goals, with a season high of 53 yards, and 25 of 26 point-after attempts in 2019.

    Analysis: A strong argument can be made that 2019 was McManus' finest statistical performance. He ended one field goal off his career high and a fraction of a percentage point off his career best conversion rate. More importantly was from where he was kicking them; his 14 field goals from 40 yards and farther out obliterated his previous season high of 10. He ended 2019 tied for fifth in the league with 29 total field goals, and his 14 field goals from 40 yards and farther also ranked fifth. If the…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Accounts for nine points

    McManus converted field goals of 34 and 26 yards and all three of his point-after tries during Sunday's 27-17 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: McManus snapped a two-game streak in which he kicked just a single field goal. Still, he's seventh in the league with 26 made field goals, and his 11 conversions of at least 40 yards are tied for fifth in the league. The season ends Sunday versus a Raiders team against which McManus converted three of four field-goal attempts in Week 1.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 8:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Accounts for entire offense

    McManus converted a 32-yard field goal during Sunday's 23-3 loss in Kansas City.

    Analysis: Sunday was the second time in Denver's last four games in which McManus accounted for the Broncos' entire scoring output with a single field goal. Despite that modest production, McManus still ranks seventh in the league with 24 field goals. He will end the season in the Mile High air against Detroit and Oakland, owners of, respectively, the league's 26th- and 28th-ranked scoring defenses.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Coverts all five PATs

    McManus connected on all five of his point-after attempts and a 36-yard field goal try during Sunday's 38-24 win over Houston.

    Analysis: Sunday's five point-afters were McManus' most since Week 7 of 2018, a testament to just how bad Denver's offense has been of late. The team has seemed to turn a corner with rookie Drew Lock, leading to more opportunities for McManus, but the Broncos will be tested Sunday in Kansas City. The Chiefs helped generate the only scoreless game of McManus' career in Week 7.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nails game-winner

    McManus converted both of his point-after attempts and field-goal attempts of 31, 52 and 53 yards during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: You'd have to go back to Week 1 of 2018 for the last time McManus converted multiple kicks beyond 50 yards. McManus had a streak of seven straight misses from that distance dating back to 2018, but he now has converted three straight. He said after the game that he felt as though he exorcized some bad feelings after missing a key kick in Week 11 against Minnesota. A more confident McManus takes on a Houston team that has surrendered 18 opponent field goals this year, 17th in the league.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Accounts for entire offense

    McManus converted a 45-yard field goal during Sunday's 20-3 loss in Buffalo.

    Analysis: Thanks to a miserable offensive output, McManus' only attempt of the afternoon was a 45-yard attempt into a stiff wind, which the Temple product converted. Despite attempting just one field goal in three of his last five games, McManus still ranks ninth in the league in field-goal attempts with 23 and is sixth in the league in converted field goals of 40 or more yards with nine. Next up is a matchup against the Chargers, against which he converted field goals of 46 and 40 yards in Week 5.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 7:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses key kick in loss

    McManus converted three of four field-goal attempts and a lone extra-point try in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: McManus connected on two kicks from beyond 40 yards and made another 29-yarder, but he pushed a 43-yard attempt wide right late in the fourth quarter. If McManus made that kick, it likely would've afforded the kicker a shot at a potential game-winning field goal on the Broncos' final drive. Instead, down four points, the offense was forced to go for the touchdown, and it was unsuccessful. McManus has nailed every kick under 40 yards this year, but he's misfired on four of 12 tries from beyond.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Flawless versus Browns

    McManus converted his only field-goal attempt, from 43 yards, and all three extra-point tries during Sunday's 24-19 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: McManus did all he was asked during the Week 9 victory. He's made 15 of 18 field-goal attempts and 12 of 13 extra-point tries on the year. After the Broncos' bye, McManus is slated for a tough Week 10 contest against the Vikings.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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