Chad Ryland Fantasy

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland lacks fantasy appeal heading into Week 3 versus the New York Jets. While the rookie has converted all five of his kicks (including one field goal) this season, he's averaging just 3.5 points per game. Your fantasy football lineup would look better with a higher-upside kicker, one who has already drilled several field goals from long-distance rather than a couple extra points.

Sep. 22nd • 11:08 AM

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland made both of his extra point attempts and also converted the first field goal of his career during a Week 2 loss versus the Miami Dolphins. Ryland's field goal came from 49 yards out and gave New England its first points of the contest. He is now 5-for-5 on total kicks (XPs and FGs combined), but the Patriots' mediocrity on offense counteracts the rookie's kicking dependability. He can be left on waivers in traditional 12-team leagues.

Sep. 18th • 2:00 PM

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland is not a viable fantasy option heading into Week 2 versus the Miami Dolphins. The team transitioned from veteran Nick Folk to Ryland at the end of training camp, and the rookie had a quiet debut in Week 1, going 2-for-2 on extra points while never attempting a field goal. On one hand, Ryland was perfect, but it came over a very small sample size. We need a little more evidence of his talent and reliability before inserting him into fantasy lineups.

Sep. 15th • 6:34 PM