Chase McLaughlin

McLaughlin also nailed his only PAT try. The Bucs forced a trio of turnovers in the first half. Their ensuring drives didn’t amount to much, but the field position alone allowed McLaughlin to put the ball through the uprights on two of them. With the Faclons accomplishing nothing on offense, the Bucs were comfortable taking the points throughout the contest, resulting in another strong fantasy outing for McLaughlin. He entered Week 8 as a top five fantasy option and will remain near the top of the kicker ranks for Week 9 versus the Bears.

McLaughlin had a hip/groin issue pop up during practice this week but has since been cleared to play on Thursday. With the offense struggling to move the ball under Jalon Daniels, McLaughlin is not on the fantasy radar for Week 5.

It was an addition to the report. Never a great sign, especially on a short week. The Buccaneers aren’t carrying a practice-squad kicker, so expect some workouts as they try to find someone you won’t be starting in fantasy football with Jalon Daniels under center.

McLaughlin had a 55-yard field goal attempt blocked at the end of the first half. He ultimately made a 33-yard field goal in the second half and sunk both of his extra points, but the Bucs offense did not yield too many opportunities for him. McLaughlin should see a similar amount of scoring opportunities in Week 18 against the Panthers.