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Dallas Cowboys place a second-round tender on kicker Brandon Aubrey for 2026, guaranteeing $5.76 million if no long‑term deal is reached; Aubrey can sign with another team, but Dallas would have the right to match or receive a second‑round pick if they don’t.
The San Francisco 49ers signed kicker Eddy Pineiro to a four-year, $10 million guaranteed extension (total value $17 million), securing his services through 2029 and providing stability at the position after moving on from Jake Moody.
The Dallas Cowboys placed a second-round restricted free agent tender worth $5.76 million on kicker Brandon Aubrey, meaning other teams can sign him to an offer sheet which Dallas can match; if not, Dallas would receive a second-round draft pick. Aubrey has been a Pro Bowl-caliber kicker with a history of long-range makes, making him a high-profile asset in the Cowboys’ negotiations.
Dallas is reportedly offering Brandon Aubrey a long-term deal averaging near $7.5M to become the NFL’s highest-paid kicker, but Aubrey is seeking about $10M per season. Talks began before the 2025 season and remain at an impasse, with a fallback second-round tender of $5.8M possible if no long-term agreement is reached. Aubrey, 30, is a three-time Pro Bowler with six 60+-yard field goals and a career-long of 65 yards, and is expected to remain with Dallas for 2026.
The Buffalo Bills signed kicker Michael Badgley to their practice squad following injuries to their main kicker, Matt Prater, who is week-to-week with a quad injury. Badgley, who previously played for the Colts, has a strong field goal percentage and will wear No. 32. The Bills also released cornerback M.J. Devonshire in a corresponding move.
Charlie Smyth made his NFL debut with the New Orleans Saints, impressing with a 56-yard field goal and an onside kick, after being called up unexpectedly. His performance earned praise from the coach, and he expressed excitement about the opportunity and his future with the team.
This article provides fantasy football start and sit recommendations for defenses and kickers in Week 11, highlighting favorable matchups like the Texans defense against the Titans and Jake Bates as a kicker to start, while advising against others such as the Eagles defense versus the Lions and Harrison Butker against the Broncos.
Rams head coach Sean McVay announced Harrison Mevis will be the team's kicker for Week 10 against the 49ers, marking his first NFL game, while Jake McQuaide will serve as the long snapper. The decision was based on evaluations of both kickers' performances, with Mevis recently signed to the practice squad and having a strong record in college and the UFL.
This article provides fantasy football start and sit recommendations for Week 8, focusing on defenses and kickers, highlighting favorable matchups like the Colts defense against the Titans and the Bills defense against the Panthers, while advising to bench players like the Broncos defense versus the Cowboys and the Ravens defense against the Bears.
The New York Giants cut kicker Jude McAtamney after he missed two extra points in a close 33-32 loss to the Broncos, and they are expected to replace him with either Graham Gano or Younghone Koo for the upcoming game.
This article provides fantasy football start and sit recommendations for Week 7, focusing on defenses and kickers, highlighting the best matchups and players to consider or avoid based on recent performance and matchup analysis.
Jake Moody, after being cut by the 49ers due to confidence issues, demonstrated his skill and regained confidence with the Bears by making a game-winning field goal, suggesting a potential career revival.
Jake Moody, after being cut by the 49ers and struggling with confidence, made a crucial game-winning field goal for the Bears in a narrow victory, marking a remarkable turnaround and a memorable moment in his NFL career.
Green Bay Packers' veteran kicker Brandon McManus injured his right leg during practice, raising concerns about his availability for upcoming games, including Sunday against the Bengals. The team is considering backup options, with rookie Mark McNamee as a potential replacement, though he has limited NFL experience. The team has open roster spots to sign additional players if needed.
The Indianapolis Colts signed kicker Michael Badgley to replace the injured Spencer Shrader, who is on injured reserve, and made additional roster moves including placing Mike Hilton on IR and signing Troy Pride Jr., with Badgley familiar with the team and expected to smoothly integrate into the special teams unit.