If there’s ever been an underrated position in the NFL, it would be the kicker. Until recent years, the kickers often fell into the background, stepping out only to attempt an extra point or a field ...

Special teams was a huge sore spot for several teams this past season, proving its value as a winning unit. Kickers, especially, seemed to make or break a lot more games than usual in 2025. We saw the ...

Jake Bates has missed twice as many field goals this season as he did last year, but Detroit Lions special teams coordinator Dave Fipp said he hasn't lost faith in his kicker – "not one bit." "I ...