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Mon Oct 12 201519:26Bryant hit 2-of-4 field goal attempts in Sunday's overtime win o...
Bryant, who hadn't missed a kick yet this season, hit 2-of-4 field goal attempts in Sunday's overtime win over the Falcons.
Bryant didn't miss by much, as he hit the right upright from 38 yards and doinked the left upright from 48 yards. His two makes came from 28 yards and 42 yards, and he tallied one extra point. He has a good matchup Week 6 against the Saints.
Mon Sep 21 201520:52Bryant hit 42-yard field goal and knocked in three extra points ...
Bryant hit a 42-yard field goal and knocked in three extra points in Sunday's win over the Giants.
Bryant is off to a perfect start in 2015, with five field goals and five extra points under his belt. The veteran has made 58-of-64 field goals since 2013, making him one of the most accurate kickers over that period. He should continue to kick well in the dome.
Wed Feb 25 201517:54The Falcons have re-signed Bryant
The Falcons have re-signed Bryant, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
The deal will prevent Bryant from hitting free agency next month. The veteran kicker, who will turn 40 in May, is coming off a 2014 season in which he made 29-of-32 field goal attempts and recorded 127 points.
Wed Dec 31 201411:35Bryant connected with 29-of-32 field goal attempts in 2014
Bryant connected with 29-of-32 field goal attempts in 2014.
Bryant proved accurate as ever in 2014, as his only misses came from 53 yards, 57 yards and 59 yards. 2014 was the only season in his 13-year career that he was perfect from 49 yards or closer. He'll be an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and although he may have to leave the comfort of a dome, there's likely more than a few contenders who would be interested in a reliable veteran kicker.
Sun Dec 28 201415:06Bryant (illness) active for Sunday's game against Panthers
Bryant (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
Bryant battled an illness during the week but shouldn't be affected by it on Sunday. He is safe to deploy.
Fri Dec 26 201413:31Bryant (illness) listed as probable for Sunday's game against Pa...
Bryant (illness) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Albert Breer of NFL Network reports.
Bryant was slowed by an illness this week but the ailment will not prevent him from playing in Week 17. He tallied 12 points last week and 13 points -- including two field goals between 40-49 yards away -- last time the Falcons faced the Panthers in Week 11.
Thu Dec 25 201419:45Bryant (illness) full participant in Thursday's practice
Bryant (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, the Falcons' official site reports.
Now that Bryant has returned to drills without limitations, owners can use him as they normally would in Week 17. In the previous four games, he's averaged 12.5 fantasy points per contest, which is in line with his Week 11 performance (four field goals made) against Sunday's opponent, the Panthers.
Wed Dec 24 201417:07Bryant didn't practice Wednesday due to illness
Bryant didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Bryant has hit 11-of-12 field goal attempts in the past four contests, including two from 40-49 yards and another pair from 50-plus. Additionally, he's drilled 11 extra points, which has supplemented his line to the tune of 12.5 fantasy points per game during that stretch. As long as he fends off his illness in time for Sunday's season finale, he'll aim to repeat his four field-goal performance from Week 11 against the same Panthers squad.
Mon Oct 13 201414:34Bryant 2-2 on field goal attempts in Sunday's loss to Bears
Bryant went 2-for-2 on field goal attempts in Sunday's loss to the Bears.
Unlike some previous games, these two kicks weren't chip shots. His shortest field goal came from 52 yards, and he was also good from 54. He added one extra point to finish with a solid scoreline, especially in leagues that offer more points for 50-yard field goals.
Mon Oct 6 201416:50Bryant knocked in two 20-yard field goals and two extra points i...
Bryant knocked in two 20-yard field goals and two extra points in Sunday's loss to the Giants.
Bryant is 6-for-7 on the season, so while his field goal numbers leave something to be desired, he leads the league with 19 extra points.
Fri Sep 19 201412:40Bryant 8-8 on extra point attempts Thursday against Bucs
Bryant went 8-for-8 on extra point attempts Thursday against the Bucs.
Bryant's lone missed kick came at the end of the first half from 59 yards, so he can hardly be faulted for missing. Bryant will continue to get plenty of kicking opportunities in an offense that rolled over the Bucs even without Roddy White, who was out with a hamstring injury. A potent offense and a home dome to kick in are a recipe for success.
Mon Sep 8 201409:52Bryant had big day Sunday, knocking through three field goals in...
Bryant had a big day Sunday, knocking through three field goals including two from over 50 yards to help the Falcons seal an overtime win over the Saints.
Bryant's three kicks came from 40, 51 and 52 yards, and he tallied four extra points on the day. He may not be so accurate if he's forced to try these kicks in the elements, but he's got seven more home games and a few road games where he'll be kicking in ideal conditions. He's a top kicking option, especially if the Falcons continue to play like they did Sunday.
Sat Aug 9 201409:21Bryant knocked through 21-yard field goal and 33-yard extra poin...
Bryant knocked through a 21-yard field goal and a 33-yard extra point in the first preseason game.
Bryant would need to have a terrible preseason to lose the job to Sergio Castillo, but the Falcons want to put a little pressure on their veteran kicker. Castillo made both of his kicks on the night, although his longest field goal was only a yard longer than Bryant's extra point attempt.
Wed Sep 4 201316:02Matt Bryant (back) ready for season opener
Matt Bryant (back) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
It confirms that Bryant will be ready to kick in Week 1 against the Saints. He missed the Falcons' final two preseason games with a back injury, but it was never a major concern.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Tue Sep 3 201309:28Matt Bryant ready to kick Sunday
Matt Bryant (back) will be ready to kick in Sunday's game against the Saints.
Bryant took it easy during the preseason, attempting just two field goals (he made both) and no extra points. He sat out of Monday's practice as well, but the Falcons aren't concerned. Bryant will be a fine fantasy kicking option as a shootout is likely to ensue Sunday. Oddsmakers have set the over/under for Falcons vs. Saints at 54 points, by far the highest total of the week.
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Tue Jul 2 201311:30Matt Bryant continues to impress for ATL
Matt Bryant's 88.6 conversion rate on field goals since 2009 ranks second in the NFL.
Fantasy owners will struggle to find a better kicking option than Bryant. He operates in a dome, plays for one of the league's premier offenses and is extremely consistent with his accuracy. Bryant has scored at least 126 points in three straight seasons and his 143 points last year ranked third in the league. Only Stephen Gostkowski and Lawrence Tynes scored more.
Source: atlantafalcons.com
Sun Aug 28 201119:11Matt Bryant in the middle of a hot streak
Matt Bryant has converted 23 consecutive field goal attempts going back to last season.
He's hit on all eight this preseason after drilling 90.3 percent last year. With a high-scoring offense and a dome-field advantage, Bryant is a top-five option this year.
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Thu Jul 28 201120:37Falcons lock up kicker Matt Bryant
Falcons agreed to terms with K Matt Bryant.
Bryant is coming off a career year, drilling 28-of-31 (90.3 percent) field goals. He finished as a top-five fantasy kicker and should be among the first handful drafted again this year.
Source: ESPN.com
Wed Jun 1 201111:50Falcons want to bring back kicker Bryant
The Falcons made it known before the lockout that they would like to re-sign free agent K Matt Bryant.
Bryant's preference is to return to Atlanta, so the sides have a good chance of reaching a deal after the lockout is lifted. The Falcons did draft Matt Bosher in the sixth round, but he's expected to be used primarily as a punter.
Source: ESPN.com
Sun Aug 15 201020:53Matt Bryant wins kicking job in Atlanta
The Falcons' release of Steven Hauschka confirms that Matt Bryant has won their starting kicker job.
Bryant has never been very accurate, but will be kicking in a dome and for what projects to be a high-scoring offense. He's worth a look in fantasy.
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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