Who Should I Start? Tyler Bass or Jake Bates

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Week 4 Projections

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TD		 Rec. Rec.
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TD
7.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

Tyler Bass News

Tyler Bass Back in Starting Range for Week 3

Saturday, September 26, 5:46 AM

Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass did not attempt a field goal against Detroit because the offense kept finishing drives in the end zone. He made five of six extra-point attempts as Buffalo scored six touchdowns in the 41-31 victory. That kind of efficiency can occasionally work against a fantasy kicker, but Bass remains attached to an offense that has scored 77 points through two games. Los Angeles has allowed exactly 26 points in each of its first two losses, so Buffalo should have opportunities to put points on the board again. RotoBaller ranks Bass as the K10 for Week 3, putting him inside the usual starting range. The Bills will not turn every scoring drive into a touchdown forever, and Bass remains a solid option at home against the Chargers.

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Week 4 Projections

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Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
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TD
8.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

Jake Bates News

Jake Bates a Low-End Starting Kicker Option in Week 3

Friday, September 25, 6:52 PM

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates has been perfect to open 2026, making both of his field goal attempts and converting all eight of his extra-point tries through two games. In Week 3, Bates and the Lions will host the New York Jets. The Jets defense has been stingy early in the year, allowing just 15 points per game across their first two contests. While the Lions have put up points on offense so far this year, their efficiency in the red zone has actually hurt Bates in that he hasn't had many chances to kick field goals yet. Still, the strong Jets defense could slow Detroit down and keep them out of the end zone. Bates also has the advantage of kicking indoors at Ford Field, taking any potential weather concerns out of play. In Week 3, Bates profiles as a low-end starting kicker option for fantasy managers.

Tyler Bass vs. Jake Bates

Still trying to decide between Bass and Bates? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Tyler Bass is projected to score 7.6 points this week while Jake Bates is projected to score 8.0 points.