2011 Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings

Here’s a look at my 2011 fantasy football kicker rankings:

1.  Nate Kaeding, San Diego Chargers:  I’m expecting a much better showing out of Kaeding this year.

2. Sebastian Janikowski, Oakland Raiders: Seabass tied for the league in FGs made last year and finished second in points.

3.  Stephen Gostkowski, New England Patriots: So far so good, but I can’t trust him as the No. 1 again.

4.  David Akers, San Francisco 49ers:  The move to the Bay Area scares me a little. The Niners offense is simply not as explosive.

5.  Mason Crosby, Green Bay Packers:  Super Bowl champs could have an even better offense in 2011.

6.  Rob Bironas, Tennessee Titans:  I can see them moving the chains under Hasselbeck, but coming up short. Enter Rob Bironas.

7.  Neil Rackers, Houston Texans:  Somehow I don’t think the Texans will be as effective in the red zone.

8.  Nick Folk, New York Jets:  One of three kickers with 30-plus PATs and FGs last year.

9.  Alex Henery, Philadelphia Eagles:  He may not be Akers, but he’s in a great spot.

10.  Josh Brown, St. Louis Rams:  Tied Seabass for most FGs last year.

11.  Dan Carpenter, Miami Dolphins:  Scoring TDs could be an issue in Miami.

12.  Lawrence Tynes, New York Giants:  Not a flashy pick, but a solid one.

13.  Adam Vinatieri, Indianapolis Colts:  Kicking for the Colts (and indoors) has it’s perks.

14.  Matt Bryant, Atlanta Falcons:  The Dirty Birds should be even better this year.

15.  Garrett Hartley, New Orleans Saints:  Consistency is an issue for Hartley, but the Saints should be potent.

Also check out:

• 2011 Fantasy Football QB Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football RB Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football RB Rankings - PPR
• 2011 Fantasy Football WR Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football TE Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football DEF Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football IDP Rankings

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