5- Adam Vinatieri- Last season was arguably his best year since joining Indianapolis, hitting 26 of 28 field goals to go along with 51 extra points, which led the NFL. At 38, he might have a couple good years left in the tank.
4- Neil Rackers- Has hit 90% of his field goal attempts over the last 3 seasons and has missed just one extra point attempt. Should get plenty of kicks with the Houston offense.
3- Nate Kaeding- Another guy who saw his season cut short by injuries in 2010 after an All-Pro year in 2009, should have plenty left in the tank given he is just 29 years old.
2- Stephen Gostkowski- Hit 87% of his field goals between 2007 and 2009 before a 2010 that was hampered by injuries. He also hasn't missed an extra point since his rookie season back in 2006.
1- Matt Bryant- Hit a career-high 90% of his field goals and all 44 extra points, and with a Falcons offense that seems to be only getting better, expect that leg to be put to good use.
Top 5 Guys to Avoid
5- Nick Folk- Has missed 19 field goals over the last two years after missing just 7 in his first two seasons.
4- Josh Brown- Missed 6 field goals in 2010, the most since 2007.
3- Sebastian Janikowski- Was the AFC leader in points last year, but missed 8 field goals and saw his FG% go down to 80% from 89%.
2- Graham Gano- Made only 68% of his field goals in 2010.
1- Dan Carpenter- Missed 11 of his 41 field goals last year, but was a pro-bowler in 2009. Plus he is in a Dolphins offense that is showing signs of being stagnant.
Top 5 Steals
5- Matt Prater- Another guy whos numbers have gone up every year since becoming a full-time kicker in 2008, despite having just 18 field goal attempts last season.
4- Ryan Longwell- Field goal percentage has gone up every year since 2007.
3- Phil Dawson- Made 23 of his 28 field goals in 2010.
2- Shayne Graham- Not currently under contract, but could help someone who needs a kicker. Made all 12 field goal attempts with New England after Stephen Gostowski went on the IR.
1- Jay Feely- Made 89% of his field goal attempts last season, and should have more chances in an improved Arizona offense.
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