Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay (hip) will not carry a designation into the Week 16 game against the Atlanta Falcons. Gay missed Wednesday's practice, then logged a limited session on Thursday, and on Friday was able to participate in full, per the team's official injury report. On the season, Gay has gone 26-for-33 on field goal attempts and has converted 32 of his 33 extra-point tries. Five of his misses (including the whiffed PAT) have come in the four games since the Colts' Week 11 bye, but Gay saw enough success in the same timeframe to finish as a top-10 kicker three times. On the season he has been a top-10 option nine times and can be counted on for another strong finish on Sunday in the neutral conditions of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay (hip) missed Wednesday's practice with a right-hip injury but was back on the practice field in a limited fashion on Thursday, giving him a chance to play on Sunday versus the Atlanta Falcons. As long as Gay doesn't suffer a setback with his hip in Friday's practice, the 29-year-old should have a chance to kick for the team in Week 16. If he's active, Gay should be considered a top-10 fantasy option at the position in a strong matchup this weekend in a dome against the Falcons. On the year in 2023, Gay heads into this weekend's game as the No. 5 overall kicker in total fantasy points. He's made 26 of his 33 field-goal attempts and has missed just one of his 33 extra-point tries in 14 total games. As of right now, it would be a surprise if he wasn't active on Sunday morning.
Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay (right hip) was listed as a non-participant on the team's practice estimation Wednesday. Given that Gay kicks with his right leg, he could have trouble suiting up in Week 16 if this injury persists. Fantasy managers invested in his availability should check back for more updates when the Colts announce their injury reports on Thursday and Friday. If active, he'd be a fringe top-12 fantasy kicker.
Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay hit all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 29-year-old didn't see the first field-goal try with his new team in his Indianapolis debut, but he did his job when called upon Sunday. Gay has been an accurate kicker for his career, burying 86-of-94 FGs (91.5%) since 2020. But fantasy managers may be able to find a stronger choice on waiver wires, as the former Pro Bowler's offense may not be the most reliable unit in 2023. Gay will kick indoors during Week 2's date with the division-rival Houston Texans, but it projects as a low-scoring affair.
The Indianapolis Colts are signing free-agent kicker Matt Gay to a four-year, $22.5 million deal on Monday, which is the biggest deal ever for a kicker in free agency. It's also the most money over three years for a kicker. Gay has been one of the most accurate kickers in the NFL in recent history, as he's made 74 of his 80 field-goal tries with the Rams in the last three seasons. He was a Pro Bowler in 2021 and made 28 of his 30 field-goal attempts in 2022 while also missing just one of his 32 extra-point tries. The 28-year-old wasn't quite as good in fantasy last year because of all the injuries to the Rams' offense. Gay's 2023 fantasy appeal will depend on who the Colts roll with under center.
The Los Angeles Rams chose not to use the franchise or transition tag on impending free-agent kicker Matt Gay by the deadline on Tuesday. Gay has been one of the most accurate kickers in the league the last few years, as he's gone 60-for-64 in field-goal attempts the last two seasons. The 2021 Pro Bowler is expected to receive significant interest on the open market this offseason. Gay's only two misses out of 30 attempts for the Rams in 2022 came from 50-plus yards out, and he missed just one of his 32 extra points. The 28-year-old wasn't as productive from a fantasy standpoint with the Rams' offense stalling this year due to injuries, but he could be very attractive again in 2023, depending on where he ends up.
Los Angeles Rams kicker Matt Gay kicked two field goals and missed an extra-point try in the Rams' 24-12 loss to the Packers on Monday Night Football. Gay was responsible for the Rams' only two first-half scores -- field goals of 33 and 55 yards. The 55-yarder was the third-longest in the history of Lambeau Field. What could have been a passable night for a fantasy kicker was ruined in the fourth quarter after he shanked his only extra-point attempt wide to the right.
Los Angeles Rams kicker Matt Gay is a risky option in Week 12 who is best avoided when the Rams take on the Kansas City Chiefs. Top LA offensive weapon Cooper Kupp was already on the injured reserve. Now QB Matthew Stafford has been declared out, and Bryce Perkins will start for the first time in his career. While Perkins flashed his big play ability in preseason, he has only attempted 11 passes in his career. He might surprise and jump start the Rams offense. But the possibility that he struggles is also very likely. Gay has no floor in Week 12.
Los Angeles Rams kicker Matt Gay went 2-for-2 on field goals and 2-for-2 on extra points in the Rams' 20-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints. The 28-year-old nailed a 58-yard field goal at the end of the fourth quarter. In leagues that award two bonus points for field goals over 50 yards, Gay finishes with 10 points.
Los Angeles Rams kicker Matt Gay faces the New Orleans Saints in Week 11. The Saints are allowing eighth-most points per game to opposing teams and the third-most points to opposing kickers. The Saints' red zone defense is fifth-best in the league, leading to many field goal attempts for opposing kickers. While the Saints are a plus matchup for kickers, the Rams' own offensive situation could be a drag on Gay. The loss of WR Cooper Kupp means the Rams may struggle to even get into the red zone in the first place.
