Chase McLaughlin

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Makes only FG in season finale

McLaughlin made his only field goal attempt and all four of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 32-31 defeat against Houston.

Analysis: McLaughlin had a strong season with the Colts by making 30-of-36 field-goal attempts, including 18-of-23 from 40 yards or more. He's a free agent, but it's not clear if the Colts will pay a premium to retain him.

Jan 10, 2023 2:57 PM EST


Converts one field goal in loss

McLaughlin went 1-for-2 on field-goal attempts while making his only extra-point try in Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Giants.

Analysis: McLaughlin made a chip-shot 23-yard field goal on the Colts' second possession of the game before later missing a 48-yard try wide right early in the third quarter. The kicker was able to make his only PAT attempt in the third period as well, maintaining a perfect 17-for-17 on extra points this season. Overall, McLaughlin has gone 29-for-35 on field-goal tries this year, good for an 83 percent success rate this year. He'll look to make at least one field goal for a 15th consecutive game as the Colts take on the Texans in their final contest of the campaign in Week 18.

Jan 2, 2023 9:15 AM EST



Makes lone kick in loss

McLaughlin connected on his lone field-goal attempt during Monday's 20-3 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: McLaughlin put the Colts on the board with a 46-yard field goal in the second quarter, cutting the Chargers' lead to 7-3. However, he didn't get any more opportunities after that, as Indianapolis' offense couldn't generate any consistency with Nick Foles at the helm. Across 14 games, McLaughlin has connected on 28 of 33 field-goal attempts and all 16 of his PATS.

Dec 27, 2022 9:16 AM EST


Big game in loss

McLaughlin made all five of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point tries in Week 15's 39-36 overtime loss to the Vikings.

Analysis: McLaughlin nailed field goals from 26, 28, 49, 27 and 52 yards, helping him rack up a season-high 18 points. With three games remaining this term, McLaughlin sports 97 points, ranking just outside the top ten league-wide at his position.

Dec 20, 2022 4:54 PM EST


Breaks miss streak

McLaughlin made both of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point try in Sunday night's 54-19 loss to the Cowboys.

Analysis: McLaughlin converted from 52 and 34 yards on his field goals. With his perfect performance, McLaughlin snapped a streak of four straight games with a miss. Through 12 games, he now sports 79 points this season.

Dec 6, 2022 5:28 PM EST



Misses one field goal in loss

McLaughlin converted one of two field-goal attempts and both his extra-point tries during Monday's 24-17 loss to the Steelers.

Analysis: McLaughlin converted a 51-yard field goal to get Indianapolis on the board midway through the first quarter, but he didn't see many more opportunities in the low-scoring primetime affair. It was McLaughlin's fifth consecutive game with at least two field-goal attempts, though he faces a difficult matchup against the Cowboys in Week 13.

Nov 30, 2022 7:55 AM EST


Misses one field goal in loss

McLaughlin converted one of two field-goal attempts and both his extra-point tries during Monday's 24-17 loss to the Steelers.

Analysis: McLaughlin converted a 51-yard field goal to get Indianapolis on the board midway through the first quarter, but he didn't see many more opportunities in the low-scoring primetime affair. It was McLaughlin's fifth consecutive game with at least two field-goal attempts, though he faces a difficult matchup against the Cowboys in Week 13.

Nov 29, 2022 7:24 AM EST


Coverts three field goals in loss

McLaughlin went 3-for-4 on field-goal tries and made his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Eagles.

Analysis: McLaughlin made a 51-yard field goal right before half and later added makes from 36 yards and 37 yards in the second half. The kicker did miss a 50-yard attempt in the third quarter, pushing it wide right, which ultimately did serve as the difference in the contest. McLaughlin has been busy this season, attempting at least two field goals in eight of his last nine games.

Nov 21, 2022 9:05 AM EST


Goes 2-for-3 on field goals

McLaughlin was 2-for-3 on field-goal attempts and made his only extra-point try in Sunday's 25-20 win over the Raiders.

Analysis: McLaughlin made two 48 yard field goals in the second quarter before his third 48 yard try hit the right upright and missed early in the third period. The kicker is now 16-for-19 on field goals while going 9-for-9 on extra-point attempts over nine games this season.

Nov 14, 2022 9:54 AM EST


50 percent on kicks Sunday

McLaughlin went 1-for-2 on field-goal tires and did not attempt an extra-point during Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Patriots.

Analysis: McLaughlin connected from 40 yards out but later missed a 39-yarder during Sunday's matchup against New England. While the Colts' offensive struggles continue, kicking opportunities will likely remain limited for the 26-year-old.

Nov 7, 2022 9:52 AM EST


Perfect in loss

McLaughlin converted all three of his field-goal attempts while making his lone extra-point try during the Colts' 17-16 loss to the Commanders on Sunday.

Analysis: The Colts relied heavily on field goals for their scoring production Sunday, and McLaughlin was perfect for a fourth consecutive week. Over the last four matchups, he's made all 10 of his field-goal attempts while converting all four of his extra-point tries.

Oct 31, 2022 7:35 AM EST


Makes 50-yarder in loss

McLaughlin made his only field-goal and extra-point attempts in Sunday's 19-10 loss to the Titans.

Analysis: McLaughlin nailed a 50-yard field goal in the fourth quarter Sunday, improving to 4-for-4 from 50 plus yards this season. He also added an extra point earlier in the contest, his seventh of the campaign. Since taking over as the Colts' starting kicker in Week 2, McLaughlin has gone 10-for-11 on field-goal tries and 7-for-7 on PATs over six games.

Oct 24, 2022 7:17 AM EST


Makes two field goals in win

McLaughlin went 2-for-2 on field-goals while making both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 34-27 win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: McLaughlin put the Colts on the board in the early second quarter Sunday, nailing a 28-yard-field goal. He later added another field-goal from 42 yards while making two PATs. Since taking over as the Colts' starting kicker in Week 2, McLaughlin has gone 9-for-10 on field-goal tries, while his only miss came on an attempt over 50 yards.

Oct 17, 2022 7:23 AM EST


Perfect in primetime win

McLaughlin converted all four of his field-goal attempts during the Colts' 12-9 win over the Broncos on Thursday.

Analysis: McLaughlin was officially signed to the Colts' 53-man roster Tuesday after being elevated from the practice squad for the last three games. The 26-year-old saw plenty of work during Thursday's matchup, including two field goals from 50-plus yards. McLaughlin has converted seven of eight field-goal attempts while making all four of his extra-point tries over his four games with Indianapolis.

Oct 7, 2022 10:27 AM EST


Added to 53-man roster

The Colts signed McLaughlin to the 53-man roster Tuesday.

Analysis: After Indianapolis cut incumbent kicker Rodrigo Blankenship following Week 1, McLaughlin took over the role and was elevated from the practice squad ahead of each the Colts' last three games. McLaughlin converted three of four field-goal attempts and all four of his extra-point attempts over that three-week stretch, which was enough for him to keep the job and earn a more permanent spot on the roster now that the Colts have exhausted his elevations from the practice squad.

Oct 4, 2022 12:49 PM EST


Back to practice squad

McLaughlin reverted to the Colts' practice squad Monday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Analysis: McLaughlin made his third appearance for the Colts on Sunday, missing a 51-yard field-goal attempt, while making both of his PATs and a 27-yard field goal. Since he's been elevated from the practice squad three times already, he'll need to be signed to the active roster if he's going to be the team's kicker Thursday against the Broncos.

Oct 3, 2022 5:20 PM EST


Misses late kick in loss

McLaughlin made one of two field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Titans.

Analysis: McLaughlin was elevated to the active roster for a third straight week, marking his final elevation before he needs to be signed to the active roster. The veteran kicker got the Colts on the board with a 27-yard field goal in the second quarter, but after making back-to-back PATs, he missed a 51-yard try late in the fourth quarter. Across three games, McLaughlin has made three-of-four field goals and all four of his PATs.

Oct 3, 2022 10:40 AM EST


Moves up to active roster again

McLaughlin was elevated to the Colts' active roster Saturday.

Analysis: This is McLaughlin's final standard practice squad elevation meaning the Colts will either have to part ways with the kicker or sign him to the active roster by next week. Since taking over as the starter, McLaughlin has made both of his field-goal attempts as well as extra-point tries through two weeks.

Oct 1, 2022 11:15 AM EST


Shifts back to practice squad

McLaughlin reverted to the Colts' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Analysis: McLaughlin will once again head down to Indianapolis' practice squad after serving as the team's starting kicker in Sunday's win over the Chiefs. Expect the Colts to exercise the 26-year-old's final practice-squad elevation ahead of Week 4's contest against the Titans.

Sep 26, 2022 5:23 PM EST


Perfect in victory

McLaughlin made both of his field-goal attempts and went 2-for-2 on extra-point tries in Sunday's 20-17 win versus the Chiefs.

Analysis: McLaughlin was good from 43 yards and 51 yards in the victory while making both of his PATs. After he went without an attempt in Week 2, the kicker looked to be an upgrade over Rodrigo Blankenship in Week 3.

Sep 26, 2022 9:37 AM EST


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