With Week 12 fast approaching, fantasy football managers are facing a challenge as four kickers will be sitting out. However, the good news is that only two of these absentees are everyday starters, which offers a chance to find suitable replacements. In fact, there are some promising kicking options available for those in need this week.
To narrow down candidates, the focus is on kickers who are rostered in no more than 40% of Yahoo! fantasy leagues—a crucial filter for those seeking valuable streaming options. As always, utilizing resources like 4for4’s rankings and their unique aFPA (adjusted fantasy points allowed) metric can further enhance decision-making.
Reflecting on Week 11, there were three kickers who delivered starting-worthy performances, signaling positive trends in streaming strategy.
Top Streaming Picks for Week 12 include:
1. **Andres Borregales (NE) @ Bengals** – Borregales continues to be a top streaming choice as the Patriots head into Cincinnati with a strong outlook, projected for 28 points and favored by over a touchdown (7.5). He remains unrostered in 90% of Yahoo leagues, making him a prime candidate for managers needing a kicker.
2. **Rams Kicker vs. Buccaneers** – Whether it’s Joshua Karty, Harrison Mevis, or a potential newcomer, the Rams’ kicker positions are in a favorable spot against Tampa Bay. Los Angeles is blessed with a solid team total of 28 points and is a 6.5-point favorite. Karty is available in 14% of Yahoo leagues, while Mevis is available in just 1%.
3. **Jake Elliott @ Cowboys** – As the Eagles clash with the Cowboys, Elliott’s prospects shine bright. Philadelphia is expected to score 27.5 points and is favored by 4.5 points. With only 31% ownership, grabbing Elliott now could pay dividends later.
For those in deeper leagues, additional options include:
– **49ers Kicker vs. Panthers** – With Eddie Pinero nursing a hamstring injury, San Francisco is likely to hold tryouts for kickers this week. Favorably positioned against Carolina with a projected team total of 27 points, whoever lands the job should flourish under Kyle Shanahan’s strategy.
– **Cam Little (JAX) @ Cardinals** – The Jaguars are stepping into Arizona as slim favorites, projected to score 25 points. Little is another kicker available in 69% of leagues, presenting a solid streaming opportunity.
– **Cairo Santos (CHI) vs. Steelers** – After a successful outing last week, Santos appears well set up to perform at home against Pittsburgh, with the Bears being favored with a total of 24 points. Currently on only 21% of rosters, Santos is a wise addition as his team maintains a favorable kicking schedule moving forward.
Looking ahead, several kickers are poised for enticing matchups in Weeks 13 and 14, marking the importance of anticipating future trends and performances in this ever-fluctuating landscape of fantasy football.