Evan McPherson

Cincinnati Bengals
Place Kicker #2

Personal

Age	26
Birthdate	July 21, 1999
Height	5'11"
Weight	185 lb

Draft

College	Florida
Year	2021
Pick	Round: 5, Overall: 149
Team	CIN

Fantasy Value

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Evan McPherson: Bengals Struggles Sink Evan McPherson's Value in Week 5

Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson has been a victim of the team's offensive struggles in 2025. While he has yet to miss a kick, McPherson has only four attempts through four games, ranking 28th among all kickers. The Bengals' offense has been one of the least efficient in the NFL, sitting 30th in points per game (15.3), last in total yards per game (205.3), and dead last in time of possession (25:32). Simply put, McPherson isn't getting opportunities. The Week 5 matchup doesn't offer much upside either, as the Detroit Lions have allowed the second-fewest fantasy points to kickers this season. With backup Jake Browning leading the Bengals' offense, scoring chances are unlikely to improve. McPherson remains a reliable kicker in terms of accuracy, but the lack of volume makes him unplayable in fantasy. He should be left out of starting lineups in Week 5.

Oct. 4, 2025 2:13 PM EST