Who Should I Start? Jason Sanders or Chase McLaughlin

Monday, September 18, 9:30 AM

Miami Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders has seen better games as he proved in Week 1. In Week 2, however, he missed two of his three field goal attempts but salvaged a few points by knocking through all three of his extra points. The good news is that Sanders made the closer field goal within 39 yards, but he had a 49-yarder that was blocked and a 55-yarder that missed wide left. The upside for Sanders is the fact that he continues to get a solid volume of opportunities since the Dolphins offense can move the ball more often than not. He should still be considered a mid-level option at kicker heading into Week 3.

Monday, September 18, 12:50 AM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Chase McLaughlin was given a chance to win the starting gig in camp after an impressive season in 2022. McLaughlin did enough to earn himself the starting kicker position to begin the season in Tampa Bay. He knocked down both his field goal attempts during the season opener. He took a bit of a step back on Sunday versus the Chicago Bears. McLaughlin made 2-of-3 field goal attempts in the victory over Chicago. His longest attempt of the game was 26 yards, so he really wasn't asked to stretch his leg in this one. McLaughlin also connected on all his extra point attempts as well. He seems to be a fairly reliable kicker, but the Bucs offense has tougher challenges ahead. McLaughlin won't be a recommended option against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 3.