Michael Badgley
K - Detroit Lions - IR
Availability
Lions K Michael Badgley will miss the 2024 season after injuring his leg at practice.
Fantasy Impact
Badgley suffered the injury on Thursday and will be placed on season-ending injured reserve. The Lions will likely bring in another kicker to compete with Jake Bates for the starting role in 2024.
Michael Badgley converted his lone field goal attempt as well as three of his four extra point attempts to finish with six points in the Lions' 30-20 win over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18.
Fantasy Impact
Badgley was fairly reliable when called upon, recording at least six points in each of his four games kicking for the Lions. The kicker converted 17 of his 19 kick attempts (4-4 FG, 13-15 XP) to finish with 25 points in four games for the Lions this season.
Michael Badgley converted his lone extra point attempt as well as both of his field goal attempts to finish with seven points in the Lions' 20-19 loss to the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
Fantasy Impact
Badgley continues to make the most of his kicking opportunities behind a powerful Detroit offense, finishing with at least six points in each of his three games for the Lions. The placekicker remains a consistent option for fantasy managers ahead of a favorable Week 18 home matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.
Michael Badgley converted his lone field goal attempt as well as three-of-four extra point attempts to finish with six points in the Lions' Week 16 30-24 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Fantasy Impact
Badgley has provided solid output as part of the high-octane Detroit offensive attack, registering six points in both games since taking over kicking duties from Riley Patterson. The kicker should remain a decent option for fantasy managers ahead of a Week 17 contest against the Dallas Cowboys.
Michael Badgley converted all six of his extra point attempts in the Lions' 42-17 win over the Denver Broncos in Week 15.
Fantasy Impact
Badgley made the most of his opportunity with Riley Patterson sidelined for Saturday night's contest and could be a sneaky option for fantasy managers if Patterson is unable to suit up ahead of a Week 16 road contest against the Minnesota Vikings.