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2020 Fantasy Stats
   PATFG MadeFantasy
WkOppResultsMade0-1920-2930-3940-4950+Pts
1MIA
Win, 21-11
3-----3.00
2@SEA
Loss, 30-35
3-1---6.00
3LV
Win, 36-20
3-12--12.00
4@KC
Loss, 10-26
1---1-4.00
5Bye  ------0.00
6DEN
Loss, 12-18
---11-6.00
7SF
Loss, 6-33
----2-6.00
8@BUF
Loss, 21-24
1--11-7.00
9@NYJ
Win, 30-27
3-1-1114.00
10BAL
Win, 23-17
2-1---5.00
11@HOU
Loss, 20-27
2--11-8.00
12ARI
Win, 20-17
2-1--110.00
13@LAC
Win, 45-0
6--1--9.00
14@LA
Loss, 3-24
--1---3.00
15@MIA
Loss, 12-22
---13-12.00
16BUF
Loss, 9-38
----1-3.00
17NYJ
Win, 28-14
4-----4.00
2020 Fantasy Stats
  PATFG MadeFantasy
WkOppMade0-1920-2930-3940-4950+Pts
1MIA,
W 21-11
3-----3.00
2@SEA,
L 30-35
3-1---6.00
3LV,
W 36-20
3-12--12.00
4@KC,
L 10-26
1---1-4.00
5Bye------0.00
6DEN,
L 12-18
---11-6.00
7SF,
L 6-33
----2-6.00
8@BUF,
L 21-24
1--11-7.00
9@NYJ,
W 30-27
3-1-1114.00
10BAL,
W 23-17
2-1---5.00
11@HOU,
L 20-27
2--11-8.00
12ARI,
W 20-17
2-1--110.00
13@LAC,
W 45-0
6--1--9.00
14@LA,
L 3-24
--1---3.00
15@MIA,
L 12-22
---13-12.00
16BUF,
L 9-38
----1-3.00
17NYJ,
W 28-14
4-----4.00
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News

  • Makes 92.9 percent of FG tries

    Folk finished the 2020 season with 108 points, while connecting on 26 of his 28 field-goal attempts and hitting 30 of his 33 extra-point tries.

    Analysis: The 36-year-old's 92.9 percent success rate on his field-goal tries marked a career high, and ESPN's Mike Reiss believes that the Patriots "might have the inside track on retaining the veteran after helping revive his career." If Folk ends up being a free-agent departure, however, the team has a contingency plan in place, having signed Roberto Aguayo and Justin Rohrwasser to future contracts.

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 10:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Kicking against Jets

    Folk (back) is active for Sunday's game versus the Jets.

    Analysis: Folk has been a regular on the injury report, but he's consistently been in the lineup this season. The 36-year-old has been excellent this season, connecting on 26 of 28 field-goal attempts and 26 of 29 extra-point tries.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable for finale

    Folk (back) carries a questionable designation into Sunday's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: Folk has been oft-listed on the injury report with his back issue, but he has yet to miss a game. The veteran kicker will likely gain clearance ahead of Sunday's contest, but Roberto Aguayo awaits as a potential practice squad replacement in the event Folk's condition takes a turn for the worse.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still nursing back injury

    Folk (back) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports.

    Analysis: Folk has missed practice time throughout the season due to the back injury, though it has yet to force him to sit out any games. As long as the Patriots don't add another kicker to their roster before Saturday's deadline for Week 17 transactions, Folk should be good to go for Sunday's season finale versus the Jets.

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits 45-yard FG

    Folk made his only field-goal attempt (from 45 yards) and missed an extra point in Monday night's 38-9 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Through 15 games, Folk has made 26 of his 28 field goal attempts, while hitting 26 of 29 extra-point tries, for a total of 104 points. He's a hit-or-miss fantasy option heading into Week 17, given the inconsistencies of New England's offense.

    Published: Tue, Dec 29 at 6:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets nod for MNF

    Folk (back) is listed as active heading into Monday's night game against the Bills.

    Analysis: Folk was labeled as questionable entering the day, but a Week 16 activation keeps the 36-year-old without a missed game on the 2020 campaign. He's been reliable in his second season kicking for the Patriots, knocking down 25 of 27 field-goal tries. A 92.6 percent conversion rate this season represents a substantial improvement from Folk's career 81.4 percent mark.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Monday

    Folk (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game versus the Bills, Doug Kyed of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: Folk has been tending to a back injury since early November, but he's still suited up for each of the Patriots' last seven contests, making all 14 field-goal attempts and 15 of 16 point-after tries. In New England's other matchup with Buffalo this season, he struck true on both FGAs and his sole extra-point try.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at Thursday's practice

    Folk (back) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Folk had been dealing with the back injury since early November, but he has yet to miss a game as a result. It makes sense to expect him to be good to go for Monday's contest against Buffalo, but his practice status over the next two days should provide more light on his status for that matchup.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lone scorer in divisional loss

    Folk connected on all four field-goal attempts in Sunday's 22-12 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Folk made two field goals from 45 yards out, and he added kicks from 42 and 35 yards as well. The veteran kicker was the Patriots' only scorer Sunday. He continues to be extremely dependable; he's converted 25 of 27 field goals (93 percent), including 12 kicks from beyond 40 yards. He'll look to keep it rolling in Week 16 against the Bills.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to rock

    Folk (back) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Folk had been listed as questionable for the past six games but suited up in each contest, so this week will be no different. The veteran was perfect last week against the Rams, connecting on his his lone field-goal attempt.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Folk (back) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Folk has entered the past six games with a questionable tag, but he's suited up in each contest. He has been limited in practice during that stretch, but there's no real reason to fear the veteran kicker sitting out this weekend. Since news of the injury surfaced, Folk has connected on all 10 of his field-goal attempts, including two kicks from beyond 50 yards.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still limited in practice

    Folk (back) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Folk has been a fixture on the Patriots' injury reports since early November with the back issue, but he has yet to miss a game as a result. The injury hasn't affected his performance on the field either, as he's converted all 20 of his field-goal tries and 20 of 22 extra-point attempts since Week 2. Expect him to gain clearance ahead of Sunday's game versus the Dolphins.

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Converts only attempt

    Folk made his lone field-goal try during Thursday's 24-3 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Folk's 29-yard field goal, which came late in the second quarter, accounted for all of the Patriots' points on offense. The veteran hasn't missed a field-goal attempt since Week 2, but he also now has just six total points across his last two games. He'll look to bounce back against the Dolphins in Week 15.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • All clear Thursday

    Folk (back) is officially active for Thursday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: Folk has drawn the questionable tag the past five games, but he's yet to miss any action. The veteran has connected on 20 of 22 field goal attempts this season and made 26 of his 28 extra-point tries. It will be a tough test for the Patriots' offense Thursday, as the Rams defense has given up the fifth-fewest points per game (20.3) this season.

    Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Folk (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: Folk has carried the questionable tag into each of the last five games now, as he was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice. Last week Folk connected on his only field goal attempt and all six of his extra-point tries in the 45-0 win over the Chargers. The veteran should be ready for Thursday's game, as the offense faces a stiff test against a Rams defense that sits fifth in the league, giving up just 20.3 PPG this season.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice

    Folk (back) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's practice report.

    Analysis: Folk has been a regular on the Patriots' injury reports since early November with the back issue, but it has yet to prevent him from kicking in a game this season. Even if Folk ends up being listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Rams, he's more likely than not to gain clearance ahead of the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on injury report

    Folk (back) was a limited participant on Monday's practice estimate.

    Analysis: This has been typical for Folk of late. The lingering back injury hasn't forced him to miss any time, and it hasn't affected his performance at all. Since the injury surfaced, Folk has made all nine field-goal attempts, including two from beyond 50 yards, and 15 of 16 extra-point tries.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Knocks home seven kicks

    Folk made a 32-yard field goal and all six extra-point tries in Sunday's 45-0 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: The Patriots dominated the Chargers all game, affording Folk a season high for kick attempts. The veteran kicker continues his hot streak, as he has made all 15 field-goal attempts and 16 of 17 extra-point tries since the Week 5 bye. He seems to have a lingering back issue, but it's clearly not affecting his performance. Folk draws another indoor matchup against the Rams on Thursday.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to kick Sunday

    Folk (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

    Analysis: The veteran has received the questionable tag for each of the past four games, and he'll continue to play through the back issue. Folk is 19-for-21 on field-goal attempts and 20-for-22 on PATs through 11 games.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable again

    Folk (back) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Chargers.

    Analysis: Folk carried a questionable tag into each of the last four games. He was active in each contest, connecting on all eight field-goal attempts and nine of 10 extra-point tries. Folk should be ready for Sunday's game and is a solid fantasy option against the Chargers' underwhelming defense.

    Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on injury report

    Folk (back) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Folk has followed a limited practice regimen with the back issue every week since Week 9 before suiting up, so this week appears no different. Folk played hero in last week's win over the Cardinals, drilling the game-winning kick, along with nailing another field goal and both extra-point tries. Expect the veteran kicker to be on the field again for Sunday's clash with the Chargers.

    Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Drills another game-winning kick

    Folk made both field-goal attempts and both extra-point tries in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: For the second time this month, coach Bill Belichick trusted Folk with a chance to win the game from 50 yards out. The 36-year-old came through, sending a no-doubter between the uprights and securing a win to bring the Patriots to 5-6. Folk has converted on 18 straight field-goal attempts, including nine kicks from beyond 40 yards in that stretch.

    Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to face Arizona

    Folk (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

    Analysis: The 36-year-old was once again questionable with the back issue but will continue to play through the injury. Folk is 17-for-19 on field-goal attempts and 18-for-20 on PATs through 10 games in 2020.

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable again for Week 12

    Folk (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Folk carried a questionable tag into each of the last three games. He suited up in every contest and connected on all six field-goal attempts and six of seven extra-point tries. Barring a setback, Folk should be good to go Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Folk (back) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Andrew Callahan of Boston Herald reports.

    Analysis: Folk's back issue has kept him on the injury report four straight weeks, but he has yet to miss a game because of it. Expect the veteran kicker to be on the field again for Sunday's clash with the Cardinals.

    Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Week 11 loss

    Folk made both field-goal attempts and both extra-point tries in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Folk has now connected on 17 straight field-goal attempts dating back to Week 2, eight of which came from beyond 40 yards. The 36-year-old has shaped up as a consistent fantasy asset, too, as he's tried at least two field goals in five of the last six games.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gearing up Sunday

    Folk (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans.

    Analysis: Folk has played through this injury for two weeks now, so it shouldn't affect his usage or ability. The veteran kicker has been solid this season, connecting on 15 of 17 field-goal attempts (88 percent) and 16 of 18 extra-point tries.

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Carries questionable tag

    Folk (back) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Texans, Doug Kyed of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: Folk carried a questionable designation into last week's win over the Ravens as well, but he ended up playing and connected on three of four kicks. Even if the Patriots don't clear Folk before they release their inactives report Sunday, we can infer Folk's status by whether they call up a practice squad kicker by Saturday evening. At this point, Folk is expected to be ready Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back on injury report

    Folk (back) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Folk followed a limited practice regimen last week before gaining clearance ahead of the Patriots' win over the Ravens. During the rain-filled outing, Folk connected on his lone field-goal attempt and hit two of three extra-point tries. At this point, there hasn't been any indication that Folk is in danger of missing Sunday's matchup with the Texans.

    Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses extra point

    Folk made his lone field-goal attempt and two of three extra-point tries in Sunday's 23-17 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Folk has connected on 14 straight field goals, including seven kicks from beyond 40 yards, but he's missed two extra points in that stretch. His job security isn't in question, and he has a favorable stretch coming up, as three of his next four games are in a dome setting.

    Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will kick Sunday, per usual

    Folk (back) is listed as active Sunday against the Ravens, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Folk played through a back injury Week 9 versus the Jets, making all six kicks (three field goals, three PATs) during a 30-27 win. He proceeded to be a limited participant in practice Wednesday through Friday and entered the weekend with his status in question. Now cleared to suit up Sunday, Folk may not have many chances to produce versus a Baltimore scoring defense ranked first in the NFL entering Week 10 (17.8 points per game).

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable against Ravens

    Folk (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Baltimore.

    Analysis: Folk has been limited in practice all week. He played through this same injury last week against the Jets and showed no ill effects, nailing all three of his field-goal attempts, including the game-winning 51-yarder on the game's final play. Assuming he hasn't suffered any setbacks, Folk is more likely than not to suit up.

    Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited participant Wednesday

    Folk (back) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.

    Analysis: Folk's back injury surfaced last week, but the veteran kicker was able to play in Monday's win over the Jets. He showed no ill effects, connecting on all three field-goal attempts -- including a 51-yard game-winner -- and adding three extra points. He should be ready to go by the time Sunday's game against the Ravens arrives.

    Published: Wed, Nov 11 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Drills game-winning kick

    Folk hit all three field-goal attempts and all three extra points in Monday's 30-27 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: This was Folk's best game of the season, as he hit field goals from 45 and 29 yards, and added three extra points before nailing the game-winning 51-yarder as time expired in the fourth quarter. The 36-year-old kicker has now made all 13 field-goal attempts over the past six games while connecting on eight of nine extra points in that stretch.

    Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to kick Monday

    Folk (back) is listed as active for Monday night's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: Seven games into the season, Folk has logged 44 points overall and has been a middling fantasy option of late thanks to the uneven performance of 2-5 New England's offense.

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added to injury report

    Folk was added to the injury report Saturday with a back injury and is questionable for Monday's game against the Jets, Zack Cox of NESN.comreports.

    Analysis: Folk was unable to practice Saturday, but the fact that he's just listed as questionable should give fantasy managers a bit of confidence regarding his game-time status. If Folk is unable to play, Justin Rohrwasser will likely be called up from the practice squad to fill in.

    Published: Sat, Nov 7 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect on three kicks

    Folk made both field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try during Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: The veteran kicker put up New England's only points of the first half with field goals from 43 and 33 yards during the second quarter, but he was only called upon for one PAT in the second half. Folk two field goals in each of the past three games, and the Week 9 contest versus the Jets provides a favorable matchup.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Converts pair of field goals

    Folk made two field goals in Sunday's 33-6 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: For a second straight week, Folk made two field goals but didn't attempt an extra point. The New England offense's sudden turn toward lethargy instead of the high-powered attack we witnessed over the first three weeks hasn't affected Folk too much, as he's connected on five field goals, including four from beyond 40 yards, over the last three games. However, that could be his ceiling, especially in games where the Patriots start trailing quickly. Folk carries some risk as a result, but he…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Drills both field goals

    Folk made both field-goal attempts in Sunday's 18-12 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Folk missed two field goals over the first two weeks, but he's been perfect over the last three games, connecting on six field goals. On Sunday, he hit kicks from 38 and 41 yards. Folk's season long is from 43 yards, but he's made every attempt from within 40 yards. Next week, the Patriots will play the 49ers, which have allowed just 21.5 points per game; however, Folk could see some extra opportunities since they've allowed the third-lowest red-zone success rate (46.7 percent) in the NFL.

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes both kicks

    Folk made his only field-goal attempt and lone extra-point try in Monday's 26-10 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Folk was only provided two scoring opportunities and capitalized on them both, with his field goal coming from 43 yards. Although he only produced four points, Folk can be pleased by Monday marking his first outing without a miss this season, giving him some positive momentum ahead of Week 5's game against the Broncos.

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Accounts for 12 points

    Folk made three field goals and three of four extra-point attempts in Sunday's 36-20 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: All of Folk's field goals came from within 40 yards, but it's a good sign that he was perfect from that range considering he's missed both field-goal tries from beyond 40 yards this season. The missed extra point didn't have an effect on the final score, but he'll need to clean that up before Week 4's matchup versus the Chiefs.

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses long field goal

    Folk made two of three field goals and all three extra points in Sunday's 35-30 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Folk sent a 51-yard field goal wide left late in the second quarter, a miss that had reprecussions on the final score. This comes after Folk misfired ona 45-yard attempt in Week 1. However, coach Bill Belichick reiterated Monday that "[Folk] is our kicker," according to Doug Kyed of NESN.com. Expect the veteran to be in the lineup for Week 3's showdown against the Raiders, but his leash could be getting shorter with rookie fifth-round pick Justin Rohrwasser on the practice squad.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added to 53-man roster

    Folk was officially added to the Patriots' 53-man roster Tuesday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: He was promoted from the practice squad for the team's opener and although Folk missed his lone field-goal attempt, a 45-yarder, in Week 1's win over the Dolphins, the team is satisfied with the veteran kicker and will retain him on the active roster. Rookie fifth-rounder Justin Rohrwasser is still on the practice squad in case Folk slips up, but moving forward, Folk will be the Patriots' kicker.

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with practice squad

    The Patriots have sent Folk back to their practice squad, Nick O'Malley of masslive.com reports.

    Analysis: The veteran kicker had been elevated to the team's 53-man roster in advance of Week 1 and kicked Sunday against the Dolphins, missing his only field-goal attempt (from 45 yards) and hitting three extra points. Folk now joins rookie kicker Justin Rohrwasser back on the expanded 2020 practice squad, with one of the two presumably in line to be promoted before Sunday night's game against the Seahawks.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Taking over as starter

    Folk was elevated from the practice squad and will start Sunday against the Dolphins, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Bill Belichick seems to have made a decision in regard to his starting kicker. Folk was in contention with Justin Rohrwasser for the starting job during the summer, only for both of them to be cut following the 53-man roster deadline last weekend. It's possible the Patriots could continue to use the additional two roster spaces this year to continually juggle the position week in and week out, but at least for Week 1, it's Folk's job to lose.

    Published: Sat, Sep 12 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stuck in ambiguous situation

    Head coach Bill Belichick hasn't named a starting kicker for Week 1, Chris Mason of MassLive.com reports.

    Analysis: The Patriots cut both Nick Folk and rookie Justin Rohrwasser on Saturday, keeping no kickers on their final 53-man roster. Belichick believes both are capable NFL kickers, but Folk should be considered the favorite to begin the year, as he played seven games for the Patriots last season and converted on 14 of 17 field goals (82 percent) and all 12 extra points. The team will promote one to the active roster for Sunday's game versus the Dolphins.

    Published: Mon, Sep 7 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins practice squad

    Folk signed to New England's practice squad Sunday, Andrew Callahan of The Springfield Republican reports.

    Analysis: Folk and Justin Rohrwasser both competed for the Patriots' starting kicker gig in training camp, were cut Saturday, and have now joined the team's practice squad. It looks as though competition between the two will resume, and it wouldn't be surprising if one of them was activated ahead of Sept. 13's season-opener against Miami.

    Published: Sun, Sep 6 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Patriots let go both kickers

    Updating a previous report, Zack Cox of NESN.com relays that the Patriots plan to cut both Folk and Justin Rohrwasser.

    Analysis: When reports that Rohrwasser would be let go initially came out, it looked safe to assume that Folk had secured the job, but it now looks like Patriots have different plans. With that in mind, Doug Kyed of NESN.com suggests that it's possible the Patriots might bring Folk back later or alternatively sign a free-agent kicker now that NFL cut-downs have transpired.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands kicking job

    With Justin Rohrwasser slated to be waived, Folk heads into Week 1 as the Patriots' kicker, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: Rohrwasser was a fifth-round draft pick, but that didn't prevent the Patriots from turning to Folk, who spent time with the team last season. Rohrwasser is thus a practice squad candidate, while Folk will now kick behind a New England offense headed by new QB Cam Newton.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears to have edge

    Folk could be named the Patriots' kicker after rookie Justin Rohrwasser struggled during training camp, Mark Daniels of The Providence Journal reports.

    Analysis: Folk finished last year with New England, making 14 of 17 field goals and all 12 of his extra points in seven games following long-time kicker Stephen Gostkowski's season-ending hip injury. With Gostkowski now in Tennessee, the Patriots selected Rohrwasser in the fifth round of this year's draft, but they also re-signed Folk in the wake of inconsistency from the rookie during camp. After making 86 percent of his kicks over the team's final five sessions, Folk emerged as the favorite over…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 3 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records 54 points in seven games

    Folk made 14 of his 17 field-goal attempts and all 12 of his extra-point tries, en route to logging 54 points in seven games for the Patriots during the 2019 regular season.

    Analysis: The 35-year-old, who didn't kick in the NFL in 2018, was one of four kickers used by the Patriots this past year in the wake of Stephen Gostkowski's campaign-ending hip injury. Folk will remain remain the team's kicker during the team's postseason run, but by the time next season rolls around, Gostkowski -- who is under contract through 2020 -- should be ready to reclaim the job that he assumed back in 2006.

    Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Converts all four kicks

    Folk made all three field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point attempt during Saturday's 24-17 win over the Bills.

    Analysis: Folk continued his strong campaign for New England by converting from 20, 36 and 51 yards in the pivotal divisional matchup. The 35-year-old is 13-for-16 on field goals and 9-for-9 on extra points in six games, though two of those misses came from 40-plus yards in brutal weather Week 12.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive in win

    Folk made two field goals and four extra points in Sunday's 34-13 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Folk didn't miss Sunday, as he converted field goals from 40 and 46 yards. After missing three kicks over the previous two weeks, this is a good sign for Folk, who tightened his grasp on the starting placekicker role. The Patriots host the Bills in Week 16.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has kick blocked in return

    Folk connected on one of two field goals and his only extra-point try in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: After undergoing an emergency appendectomy and sitting out Week 13, Folk returned as the Patriots' starting kicker in this outing. The veteran converted on a 29-yard try but had a 41-yarder blocked in the first quarter. It's on to Cincinnati, and Folk should have plenty of opportunities to bounce back against the league's 23rd-ranked defense (25.8 points allowed per game).

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting kicker against Chiefs

    Folk will be the Patriots' starting kicker for Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, Mark Daniels of the Providence Journal reports.

    Analysis: Folk didn't play in Week 13's loss to the Texans after undergoing an appendectomy, but his replacement -- Kai Forbath -- didn't perform well in Folk's stead. As a result, Folk will resume his duties. The 35-year-old has connected on seven of nine field-goal tries this year with his only misses coming during brutal conditions Week 12 versus Dallas.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Re-ups with Patriots

    Folk (abdomen) re-signed with the Patriots on Saturday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Folk, who underwent an appendectomy nine days ago and was subsequently released, will rejoin the Patriots in a move that was foreshadowed by the team's decision not to carry a kicker on its active roster as of Friday. Folk went 7-for-9 on field-goal attempts in his three-week stink with the Patriots in early November.

    Published: Sat, Dec 7 at 7:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to re-sign after workout

    Folk (abdomen) worked out for the Patriots on Friday and is expected to re-sign with the team and serve as their kicker Week 14 versus the Chiefs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Though coach Bill Belichick was non-committal Friday when asked if Folk would be brought back following his release a week earlier, the Patriots apparently were satisfied with the veteran kicker's health following his recent appendectomy. New England will likely officially announce Folk's re-signing at some point prior to Saturday's 4 p.m. ET deadline for Week 14 transactions. Prior to his release after he required the emergency procedure, Folk had converted seven of nine field-goal attempts…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncertain to rejoin New England

    Folk (abdomen) has yet to receive medical clearance to resume kicking and may not be ready to sign with the Patriots in advance of their Week 14 game against the Chiefs, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported earlier Friday that Folk was in line to re-sign with New England after the team waived him last week when he required an appendectomy, but Rapoport backed down on that initial report shortly thereafter. Apparently, Folk was slated to kick Friday as a test of his health, but the Patriots ultimately concluded the day without a kicker on their roster, per Nora Princiotti of The Boston Globe. New England will have until Saturday at 4 p.m. ET to add a kicker to…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Poised to rejoin New England

    The Patriots are expected to re-sign Folk (abdomen) ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: New England cut Folk last week after he required an emergency appendectomy that would have made him unavailable for the team's eventual loss to the Texans, but the veteran kicker has apparently since recovered from the procedure. He'll presumably be added to the 53-man roster prior to Saturday's deadline as the replacement for Kai Forbath, who was released after a one-week stint with the team. Folk previously kicked in three games for New England, going 7-for-9 on field-goal attempts while…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 8:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Released by Patriots

    The Patriots released Folk (abdomen) on Friday.

    Analysis: Folk is unable to kick Sunday against the Texans after undergoing an appendectomy, so the Patriots removed him from the roster entirely and replaced him with Kai Forbath. Folk isn't expected to require a lengthy recovery, so the Patriots could decide to bring him back once he's 100 percent healthy.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't kick Sunday

    Folk (appendectomy) will not be available for Sunday night's game against the Texans, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

    Analysis: While Folk won't be able to kick this weekend, his absence is not expected to be a lengthy one. Per Reiss, the Patriots must now decide whether to sign another kicker in advance of Week 13 action, or alternatively, employ punter Jake Bailey as a short-term replacement for Folk.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reportedly undergoes appendectomy

    Folk recently underwent an appendectomy that is expected to sideline him Sunday against the Texans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: We'll await official confirmation from the team, while Rapoport notes that Folk's expected absence isn't likely to be lengthy, given that his procedure was reportedly minimally invasive. Either way, it looks like the Patriots will be on to their fourth kicker of the season when they face Houston on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in harsh weather

    Folk made two of four field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 13-9 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: It was raining sideways in Foxborough on Sunday, so it was as tough on kickers as it was for quarterbacks. Folk still managed to drill field goals from 42 and 44 yards, but he missed two tries from beyond 40 as well. Leading up to this contest, Folk was a perfect 5-for-5, so he'll look to get back on track in Houston's dome stadium Week 13.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another perfect outing

    Folk made all three field-goal attempts during Sunday's 17-10 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Folk had three field-goal tries during the second quarter of Sunday's contest, and he took full advantage of New England's offense struggling to close out drives. The Patriots can be trusted to reliably provide scoring opportunities, making Folk a viable weekly fantasy option, but it's worth noting that the 34-year-old has yet to attempt a kick from 40 yards out or further this season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect in Patriots debut

    Folk made both field-goal tries and both extra-point tries during Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: Folk converted two field goals, from 22 yards and 19 yards, during his first game with the Patriots. His accuracy is a piece of good news for New England, with long-time kicker Stephen Gostkowski (hip) on IR, but it's worth noting that Folk still remains untested outside of chip shots. After the Patriots' bye, the 34-year-old will look to log another strong performance against the Eagles in Week 11.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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