Why We Like Him:
No kicker in the NFL has attempted (241) or converted (240) more PATs since 2006 then Nate Kaeding, which is a testament to how powerful the San Diego offense has been over the past half decade. The 29-year-old has posted two top-two fantasy finishes since 2006, plays eight home games per year in the kicker-friendly San Diego weather and has topped 120 points in three of the last five seasons. Had he not missed three games last year due to a groin injury, there is no doubt the former Iowa Hawkeye would have cracked the top-ten in scoring.

Why We Don't Like Him:
He's erratic at times and has converted 90% or more of his field goal attempts just once during his seven-year career. In addition, he doesn't have the strongest leg in the league, but Kaeding has knocked down at least one field goal from 50+ yards in each of the last five years.

Fantasy Outlook:
Be careful here. While we feel that Kaeding is a K1 worthy of a late-round draft pick, he tends to be a bit overvalued on draft day. As we always say here at the National Football Post, there is never a kicker worth drafting prior to the final round. If Kaeding's on the board when you go to make your final selection, pull the trigger. However, we feel like that scenario is unlikely.

Why We Like Him:
A new team is exactly what this guy needed. Playing with the high-flying Texans, Rackers posted a top-six fantasy finish last season and converted his highest field goal total (27) since 2006. The 34-year-old hasn't missed a field goal from inside 40 yards since 2008 and connected on three of four attempts from 50+ yards last year. He's accurate, has a strong leg and plays on an explosive offense. Those are some very positive attributes.

Why We Don't Like Him:
Since 2006, Rackers ranks just 20th in the league in conversion percentage (82.4%), so consistency is a slight concern here. Other than that, we liked what we saw in 2010 and think this guy is in line for another solid season.

Fantasy Outlook:
Give Rackers a few more attempts and he just might finish the season as the fantasy world's top kicker. He's accurate (90%, sixth in NFL last year), can convert from downtown and plays on a high scoring offense with eight indoor home games. Not only is he worthy of a late-round pick, but Rackers should be one of the first kickers off the board on draft day.

Why We Like Him:
A 2010 Associated Press first-team All American, there's a reason why the Eagles used a fourth-round draft pick on the 6-2, 177-pound kicker from Nebraska. During his four years in Lincoln, Henery was a stud, having converted 89.5% of his 76 attempts including five from 50+ yards. The 23-year-old went 42/43 from inside of 40 yards and is now playing on an offense that will provide him with plenty of opportunities to convert. Remember, the Eagles set up former kicker David Akers with more attempts (170) since 2006 than any other kicker.

Why We Don't Like Him:
Henery is a rookie with no NFL game experience, so there's obviously some risk here. However, the beautiful thing about the kicker position is that it is exactly the same at every level of football.

Fantasy Outlook:
SLEEPER ALERT! Henery has the consistency and pedigree to become the next big thing at the kicker position, so owners are highly advised to monitor him on draft day. You're taking a slight risk in drafting a guy who has zero NFL attempts under his belt, but we're very confident in his collegiate resume to recommend him highly entering 2011.

Why We Like Him:
2010 turned out to be the best season of Brown's three-year stint in St. Louis as the Rams finally started moving the sticks and putting the ball in the end zone. In fact, Brown posted the second-highest point total (125) of his eight-year career en route to a top-three fantasy finish. The 32-year-old ranked third in the league in attempts, tied for first in conversions and even knocked home three of four tries from 50+ yards. This guy has a big-time leg and owners are advised to keep in mind that Brown has the advantage of playing indoors for his home games.

Why We Don't Like Him:
There's no denying that this guy is a solid kicker, but his fate rests in the hands of a very young offense that is entering 2011 with a new coordinator (former Denver head coach Josh McDaniels). If Sam Bradford and company stall, Brown will be completely irrelevant.

Fantasy Outlook:
Since 2008, Brown ranks second in the NFL in conversions (83) and first in field goals made from 50+ yards (15). He's accurate, confident and knows how to deliver when it matters. Now that the Rams are trending upwards, we expect Brown to be a consistent player in the fantasy world. The big upside here is that because he plays for St. Louis, most owners tend to undervalue this guy on draft day. Don't fall into the same trap. Brown is worthy of a late-round pick.

Why We Like Him:
Free Agent. Scouting Report Coming Soon!

Why We Don't Like Him:
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