Matt Prater Detroit Lions Place Kicker Ht: 5.8 | Wt: 201

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Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:47:37 -0700

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater has a new deal that includes a $3.6 million signing bonus and $5 million in guaranteed money this season, raising his 2017 cap hit to $5.225 million. The contract hits a $2.7 million base salary in 2020.

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| Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 05:05:19 -0700

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater signed a three-year, $11.4 million extension with the Lions Wednesday, Oct. 25. The deal is worth a maximum of $12.15 million.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Sun, 04 Dec 2016 14:55:11 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater kicked four field goals Sunday, Dec. 4, in a 28-13 win over the New Orleans Saints.

Fantasy Tip: Prater remains a safe bet for fantasy owners, who have come to see Prater rarely miss a field goal or extra point. In this day and age of kickers missing PATs, this is a good sign. If you need a strong kicker to close out your season or go to the playoffs, pick up Prater if he is available.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 16:14:11 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater (illness) is active Thursday, Dec. 3, against the Green Bay Packers.

Fantasy Tip: Prater was fighting a cold all week, but he's good to go. He's not the most reliable kicker, but he's worth starting in seasonal leagues tonight.

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| Source: NFL.com

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 06:01:54 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater (illness) is expected to play Thursday, Dec. 3, against the Green Bay Packers, according to a source.

Fantasy Tip: Prater is a midrange kicking option in traditional leagues.

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| Source: NFL Network - Albert Breer

Wed, 02 Dec 2015 14:22:41 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater (illness) is likely to play in Week 13 against the Green Bay Packers Thursday, Dec. 3, considering the Packers haven't signed another kicker this week. Prater was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 2, and is questionable for the game Thursday.

Fantasy Tip: Prater has made all 14 of his field goal attempts this year but is just 22-for-25 on extra points. As Detroit's offense has struggled this year, Prater hasn't been a very good fantasy booter as a result. Now battling an illness, he's not a recommended play.

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| Source: The Detroit News - Josh Katzenstein

Tue, 01 Dec 2015 13:25:41 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater (illness) did not practice Tuesday, Dec. 1.

Fantasy Tip: The specific illness and its severity were not disclosed, but Prater could still recover in time for Thursday night. His status will need to be tracked leading up to then. Be ready to pick up another kicker just in case he's unable to go.

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| Source: DetroitLions.com

Mon, 30 Nov 2015 14:07:17 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater (illness) did not practice Monday, Nov. 30.

Fantasy Tip: The specific illness and its severity were not disclosed, but Prater will have about three days to recover from it. His status will need to be tracked leading up to Thursday night. Be ready to pick up another kicker just in case he's unable to go.

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| Source: DetroitLions.com

Sun, 15 Nov 2015 14:52:20 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater missed two extra points yet hit for two field goals from 49 and 51 yards in an 18-16 win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Nov. 15.

Fantasy Tip: Kickers have no value in FantasyScore, but you likely have them in other leagues, and Prater has been a mixed bag as the Lions move forward in the post-Jason Hanson era. Unless Prater falls apart he won't be cut by the team, and the fact he has drained all 10 of his field goals is a great sign.

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| Source: The Associated Press - Genaro Armas

Fri, 06 Mar 2015 09:06:24 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater signed a three-year, $9 million contract extension Friday, March 6.

Fantasy Tip: Prater got stronger as the season went on in 2014 after missing three field goals early in the season. Over the course of a full season, Prater could be a nice addition to your roster in 2015.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Fri, 20 Feb 2015 23:49:10 -0800

Free-agent PK Matt Prater (Lions) had his agent meet with general manager Martin Mayhew at the NFL Scouting Combine Friday, Feb. 20.

Fantasy Tip: Prater has already said he wants to re-sign with the Lions, and the team believes he could have Pro Bowl versatility. After a rough start Prater racked up 84 points in 11 games and missed only five field goals. Three of those came in the early weeks, meaning Prater got better as he went along. Prater could be a solid pickup given a full 16-game schedule.

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| Source: DetroitLions.com - Tim Twentyman

Thu, 08 Jan 2015 18:10:49 -0800

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater said he wants to re-sign with the team in the offseason and has already told his agent that he wants to return.

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| Source: DetroitLions.com - Tim Twentyman

Sun, 12 Oct 2014 13:41:11 -0700

Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater missed two field goal attempts in Week 6 against the Minnesota Vikings in his team debut. One miss was wide right from 50 yards, and the other from 44 yards was off the left upright. He was able to convert a 52-yard field goal in the first half, and he added two extra points. "We have all the confidence in the world on him," head coach Jim Caldwell said Sunday, Oct. 12.

Fantasy Tip: Prater has a huge leg, but showed a little bit of rust. He remains a Top 10 fantasy option in all formats going forward despite the misses.

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| Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Sat, 11 Oct 2014 08:44:50 -0700

Detroit Lions P Sam Martin will continue to handle the kickoffs so PK Matt Prater could concentrate on field goals and extra points, according to special teams coordinator John Bonamego.

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| Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 20:21:59 -0700

New Detroit Lions PK Matt Prater said Wednesday, Oct. 8, that he has not had a drink in "over a month and a half", since he voluntarily entered a 12-step recovery program for alcohol addiction in Florida.

Fantasy Tip: Prater is the third kicker of the season for the Lions, as Nate Freese and Alex Henery combined for just four field goals on 12 attempts through the first five weeks. Prater converted 25 of his 26 field goal attempts for the Denver Broncos last season, and he tied the NFL record with a 64-yard field last December. He is a fantastic fantasy option.

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - Dave Birkett

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 05:34:52 -0700

Updating previous reports, free-agent PK Matt Prater (Broncos) signed a one-year deal with the Detroit Lions.

Fantasy Tip: Prater won't be available on FantasyScore this week. However, he's an option in the coming weeks due to his the potential of his offense.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Tue, 07 Oct 2014 18:10:49 -0700

Free-agent PK Matt Prater agreed in principal to sign with the Detroit Lions Tuesday, Oct. 7, according to an NFL source.

Fantasy Tip: Prater could be worth an immediate look at FantasyScore with the Lions set to face a Minnesota defense in Week 6 that has allowed an average of 30 points per game in its last four contests.

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| Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis

Tue, 07 Oct 2014 16:21:04 -0700

The Detroit Lions are expected to sign free-agent PK Matt Prater (Broncos), according to a source.

Fantasy Tip: Prater might be a little rusty but could be worth a pickup on teams in need of a kicker.

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| Source: ESPN - Ed Werder

Mon, 06 Oct 2014 09:51:50 -0700

Free-agent PK Matt Prater (Broncos) will work out for the Detroit Lions Tuesday, Oct. 7.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Sat, 04 Oct 2014 23:30:56 -0700

Although the Detroit Lions just signed free-agent PK Alex Henery (Eagles), the team may look at free-agent PK Matt Prater (Broncos) if Henery falters. Henery missed a 52-yard field goal last week against the New York Jets but made one from 51 yards out.

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| Source: Mlive.com - Kyle Meinke

Fri, 03 Oct 2014 10:47:39 -0700

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater is being released before he comes off his four-game suspension, according to a source. PK Brandon McManus has won the team's kicking job.

Fantasy Tip: Prater can be dropped by any owners that were stashing him in standard leagues. McManus can be considered a weekly play in daily leagues because of the Broncos' ability to put up points and get into scoring position often.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Wed, 27 Aug 2014 03:35:02 -0700

The New York Giants will receive a seventh-round draft pick from the Denver Broncos in exchange for PK Brandon McManus. The pick is only guaranteed if McManus remains Denver's kicker after PK Matt Prater returns from his four-game suspension.

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| Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis

Mon, 25 Aug 2014 13:22:53 -0700

Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater has been in the NFL's substance abuse program since being charged with driving under the influence in 2011. Prater reportedly consumed two beers between the end of the Broncos' offseason program and the beginning of July's training camp. As previously reported, Prater is suspended for the first four games of the 2014 season after initially facing a season-long suspension.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Mon, 25 Aug 2014 10:30:19 -0700

The Denver Broncos likely will sign a kicker before the start of the regular season to fill in while PK Matt Prater serves his four-game suspension. The team may wait until teams make their final roster cuts before adding a kicker. PK Mitch Ewald is the only other kicker on the roster.

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| Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis

Sun, 24 Aug 2014 09:03:12 -0700

Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater likely will not appeal his four-game suspension, because his attorney and the NFL agreed to the length. Prater was initially facing a one-year suspension.

Fantasy Tip: It is not known who will fill in for Prater during his suspension, but Prater likely will regain the job when he returns. Owners could consider picking him up off the waiver wire in Week 6 if he is available in their leagues.

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| Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis

Sun, 24 Aug 2014 06:04:43 -0700

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater will be suspended the first four games of the 2014 season for a violation of the league's substance abuse policy.

Fantasy Tip: Ask your league commissioner for the opportunity to drop Prater and add another place kicker so you have someone for Week 1.

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| Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis

Mon, 02 Jun 2014 10:52:19 -0700

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (undisclosed) was still sidelined Monday, June 2, with an undisclosed medical issue.

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| Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck

Wed, 28 May 2014 10:11:14 -0700

Denver Broncos WR Cody Latimer (foot), TE Joel Dreessen (knee), DT Kevin Vickerson (hip) and PK Matt Prater (illness) are not participating in organized team activities Wednesday, May 28.

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| Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis

Fri, 31 Jan 2014 15:28:07 -0800

Denver Broncos DT Sione Fua (calf) is doubtful. CB Tony Carter (shoulder), TE Joel Dreessen (knee), DT Terrance Knighton (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), PK Matt Prater (illness), DT Mitch Unrein (knee) and CB Kayvon Webster (thumb) are probable. Fua did not practice Friday, Jan. 31, while the others practiced in full.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Thu, 30 Jan 2014 16:03:56 -0800

Denver Broncos DT Sione Fua (calf) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 30. TE Joel Dreessen (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), DT Terrance Knighton (knee), DT Mitch Unrein (knee), CB Kayvon Webster (thumb) and PK Matt Prater (illness) fully participated in practice.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Wed, 29 Jan 2014 15:42:35 -0800

Denver Broncos DT Sione Fua (calf) did not practice Wednesday, Jan. 29. TE Joel Dreessen (knee), DT Terrance Knighton (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), PK Matt Prater (illness), DT Mitch Unrein (knee) and CB Kayvon Webster (thumb) practiced in full.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Sun, 26 Jan 2014 17:23:23 -0800

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox said PK Matt Prater (illness) is feeling much better and will be able to play in Super Bowl XLVIII.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Sat, 25 Jan 2014 23:30:00 -0800

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (illness) missed all three days of practice this week due to the flu, but Broncos coach John Fox anticipates he will make the trip to Super Bowl XLVIII on Sunday, Jan. 26. "We sent him home," Fox said after Saturday's practice in 54-degree weather and sunshine. "He's going to be fine for the game. Hopefully he'll feel much better tomorrow morning as we prepare to fly to New Jersey."

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| Source: The Associated Press

Sat, 25 Jan 2014 12:21:54 -0800

Denver Broncos DT Sione Fua (calf) missed practice Saturday, Jan. 25, while PK Matt Prater (illness) was sent home by coach John Fox for the third consecutive day because of a virus. All other players practiced, including DT Mitch Unrein (knee) and RB Knowshon Moreno (ribs).

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Fri, 24 Jan 2014 19:19:32 -0800

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (illness) is expected to travel with the team to New York Sunday, Jan. 26, even though he has missed the last two days of practice.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Fri, 24 Jan 2014 14:43:46 -0800

Denver Broncos DT Mitch Unrein (knee) and PK Matt Prater (illness) are questionable for Super Bowl XLVIII. DT Sione Fua (calf) is doubtful. CB Tony Carter (shoulder), TE Joel Dreessen (knee), DT Terrance Knighton (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle) and CB Kayvon Webster (thumb) are probable. Prater and Fua did not practice Friday, Jan. 24. Unrein was limited and the others practiced in full.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Fri, 24 Jan 2014 12:56:21 -0800

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (illness) missed practice for the second straight day Friday, Jan. 24, but head coach John Fox isn't worried that Prater will miss Super Bowl XLVIII next weekend.

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| Source: NFL.com - Dan Hanzus

Fri, 24 Jan 2014 10:19:09 -0800

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (illness) is not participating in practice Friday, Jan. 24.

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| Source: USAToday.com - Lindsay H. Jones

Thu, 23 Jan 2014 16:57:50 -0800

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 23. DT Sione Fua (calf) was limited during practice. TE Joel Dreessen (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), DT Terrance Knighton (knee), CB Tony Carter (shoulder) and CB Kayvon Webster (thumb) fully participated in practice.

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| Source: DenverBroncos.com

Sun, 19 Jan 2014 19:34:07 -0800

New England Patriots PK Stephen Gostkowski will play in the 2014 Pro Bowl in place of Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater.

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| Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss

Fri, 03 Jan 2014 21:30:39 -0800

Denver Broncos OG Louis Vasquez was named as a first-team All-Pro selection Friday, Jan. 3, joining QB Peyton Manning. WR Demaryius Thomas was named as a second-team selection, as was PK Matt Prater.

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| Source: NFL.com

Fri, 27 Dec 2013 20:15:21 -0800

Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning, PK Matt Prater, WR Demaryius Thomas, TE Julius Thomas and OG Louis Vasquez were named to the Pro Bowl rosters announced Friday, Dec. 27.

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| Source: ESPN

Sun, 08 Dec 2013 14:48:16 -0800

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater kicked a 64-yard field goal as time expired at the end of the first half in the Week 14 game against the Tennessee Titans. Prater sets the NFL record with the longest field goal in the history of the league. The old record was 63 yards, held by former New Orleans Saints PK Tom Dempsey, and several others.

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| Source: The Denver Post

Fri, 11 Oct 2013 11:47:52 -0700

Denver Broncos CB Chris X. Harris (concussion), CB Champ Bailey (foot), TE Joel Dreessen (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), LB Paris Lenon (thigh), PK Matt Prater (calf) and C Manuel Ramirez (ankle) practiced in full Friday, Oct. 11, and are probable for Week 6.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 13:23:31 -0700

Denver Broncos CB Champ Bailey (foot), TE Joel Dreessen (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), LB Paris Lenon (thigh), PK Matt Prater (calf) and C Manuel Ramirez (ankle) practiced in full Thursday, Oct. 10.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Wed, 09 Oct 2013 13:30:47 -0700

Denver Broncos CB Champ Bailey (foot), TE Joel Dreessen (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), LB Paris Lenon (thigh), PK Matt Prater (calf) and C Manuel Ramirez (ankle) practiced in full Wednesday, Oct. 9.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Fri, 04 Oct 2013 12:28:53 -0700

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (calf), LB Danny Trevathan (knee), TE Joel Dreessen (knee), OG Chris Kuper (ankle), C Manuel Ramirez (ribs) and DT Mitch Unrein (neck) practiced in full Friday, Oct. 4, and are probable for Week 5.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Thu, 03 Oct 2013 13:24:41 -0700

Denver Broncos LB Paris Lenon (thigh), CB Champ Bailey (foot) and PK Matt Prater (calf) were limited in practice Thursday, Oct. 3.

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| Source: KFFL.com

Wed, 04 Sep 2013 23:36:08 -0700

If Denver Broncos K Matt Prater makes one field goal on Thursday, Sept. 5, against the Baltimore Ravens, he will surpass former Broncos K Jason Elam for career field-goal accuracy. Prater is currently at 80.6 percent.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 08:21:25 -0800

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater has missed four of his past nine field-goal attempts.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Bill Williamson