Nick Folk Injury News & Updates

Folk did not attempt a field goal and made both of his PATs in Thursday night's 27-14 loss to the Patriots.

Folk went without a field-goal try for the first time this season and Thursday's performance marked the first contest in which he didn't make multiple field goals since Week 2. The kicker has gone a perfect 19-for-19 on field-goal tries, including 5-for-5 from 50-plus yards, while making all 14 of his PATs over 10 games this year.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his point-after tries during the Jets' 27-20 win over the Browns on Sunday.

The Jets' defense and special teams did most of the scoring in the first half, and Folk helped give his team a three-point lead with a 26-yard chip shot at the end of the second quarter. He followed that up with a 37-yard field goal in the fourth quarter, which gave the Jets a 10-point cushion. Folk has made at least two field goals in eight of the first nine games of the regular season and has converted on all 19 of his field-goal attempts and each of his 21 extra-point tries in 2025.

Folk connected on all three of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point tries during the Jets' 39-38 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Folk put the Jets on the board early in the second quarter with a 46-yard field goal before connecting on two more chips shots from 25 and 24 yards. The 15-year veteran has yet to miss a kick through eight regular-season games, having gone 17-for-17 on field-goal tries and 9-for-9 on extra-point attempts in 2025.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Panthers.

The kicker connected from 34 yards in the second quarter and from 47 in the fourth. Folk is 14-of-14 on field goals and 7-of-7 on extra points in 2025, but the Jets' struggling offense limits his opportunities.

Folk made all three of his field-goal tries during the Jets' 13-11 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.

The Jets offense struggled to move the ball down the field Sunday, but Folk helped New York keep pace with field goals from 52, 41 and 38 yards. His three made field goals were his most in a game in 2025, and the veteran kicker has converted on all 12 of his field-goal attempts and all seven of his extra-point tries through the first six games of the regular season.

Folk connected on both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 37-22 loss to the Cowboys.

The kicker made a 25-yarder in the first quarter and a 48-yarder in the third, though he did not get a chance to attempt an extra point. Folk is now 9-for-9 on field goals and 7-for-7 on extra points in 2025. At the same time, his chances depend on a Jets offense that has been inconsistent so far this season.

Folk made both of his field-goal tries and his lone extra-point attempt Monday in a loss to Miami.

Folk ended the first half in impressive fashion, making a 58-yard field goal as time expired for the longest successful attempt of his career. The grizzled veteran added a mere 50-yard make early in the fourth quarter and also made his only extra-point try. Folk has gone a perfect 7-for-7 on field-goal attempts (including 4-for-4 from 50-plus yards) and has made all seven of his extra-point tries through four weeks.

Folk hit both of his field-goal tries and all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Bucs.

Folk's field goals came from 38 and 42 yards, respectively. He's now five of five on field-goal attempts and six of six on extra-point tries in 2025. The veteran made 50 of 52 field-goal attempts over the last two seasons with the Titans, so he remains reliable.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt and was successful on his only PAT try in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Bills.

Folk made a 51-yard field-goal attempt in the second quarter, showing that the 40-year-old kicker still has some power left in his leg. The made PAT came on the heels of a fourth-quarter touchdown pass by Tyrod Taylor, who could start at quarterback in Week 3 against the Buccaneers after Justin Fields suffered a concussion in the loss to Buffalo.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and both PAT tries in Sunday's 34-32 loss to the Steelers.

Folk also had a missed PAT that was negated by a Steelers penalty, which resulted in the Jets trying a two-point conversion instead. New York didn't get it and spent the rest of the game chasing that point, ultimately failing another two-point conversion in the two-point loss. Folk was perfect on his official kicks, connecting on field-goal attempts of 35 and 51 yards. The Jets' offense was surprisingly effective in Week 1, giving the veteran kicker some additional upside ahead of a Week 2 home game against the Bills.

Folk went 2-for-2 on field-goal attempts and made both of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 34-32 loss to the Steelers.

Folk opened Sunday's scoring with a 35-yard field goal in the first quarter before converting on a 51-yard try late in the second to give the Jets a nine-point lead. Folk signed with the Jets in late July after spending the prior two seasons with the Titans, during which he was one of the most accurate kickers in the league. Next up for Folk and the Jets is an AFC East clash against the Bills on Sunday, Sept. 14.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt in Friday's 19-17 preseason loss to the Eagles.

Folk connected on a 41-yard field-goal attempt to end the first half. Meanwhile, Harrison Mevis missed a 55-yard attempt in the third quarter. Folk was already viewed as the favorite to win the Jets' kicking job after making 50 of 52 field-goal attempts over the previous two seasons with the Titans, and that standing was likely solidified Friday.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts in Saturday's 31-12 preseason loss to the Giants.

Folk connected on his first two field-goal attempts of the preseason after Harrison Mevis went 3-for-3 in the preseason opener against the Packers. Most questions about the 40-year-old Folk's ability are tied to power rather than accuracy, so it's no surprise he had no trouble making field goals of 38 and 31 yards Saturday. Folk remains the favorite over Mevis in the Jets' kicking competition.

Head coach Aaron Glenn said Tuesday that Folk has signed with New York, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.

Folk, who kicked for the Jets from 2010-16, suited up for 14 regular-season games with the Titans in 2024 and remained impressive, converting 21 of 22 field-goal attempts (including all six of his kicks from 50-plus yards out) and all 25 of his extra-point tries. Now entering his age-41 season, Folk will be the favorite to start for New York in Week 1 as long as he proves throughout training camp that his consistency hasn't slipped. His primary competition will be UFL standout Harrison Mevis, after the team waived Caden Davis on Tuesday.

Folk (abdomen) is aiming to return for an 18th NFL season, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Folk missed the last three games of the 2024 regular season due to an abdominal injury, but he posted a video of himself kicking field goals Wednesday and appears to be fully healthy. Folk has led the league in field-goal percentage over the past two seasons, going 50-for-52 on field-goal attempts while making all six of his tries from 50-plus yards. Given his accuracy, the veteran should be on the radar of teams looking for an upgrade at kicker.

Folk (abdomen) made 21 of his 22 field-goal attempts and all 25 of his extra-point attempts across 14 games with the Titans in 2024.

Folk missed Tennessee's final three games, but he had a strong season otherwise. His only missed field goal came in Week 10 when he pushed a 49-yard attempt wide right, and he impressively made all six of his attempts from 50 yards away or further. Though he'll be entering his age-41 season, Folk should receive a contract this offseason -- whether in Tennessee or elsewhere -- after another strong campaign.

Folk (abdomen) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Matthew Wright should again handle kicking duties for Tennessee in Week 18. Folk will close out the 2024 season missing his third straight contest, finishing 21 of 22 on field-goal attempts, registering an NFL-best 95.5 percent success rate. He also made all 25 of his extra-point tries. He's been nearly automatic in two seasons for Tennessee, leading the league in field-goal make percentage in both 2023 and 2024. The 40-year-old is scheduled to be a free agent in March.

Folk (abdomen) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Folk has missed the Titans' last two games and was listed as a non-participant for each of the team's previous four practices before getting back on the field Thursday, albeit in a limited capacity. The Titans will reassess Folk following Friday's practice before determining whether he or practice-squad member Matthew Wright will handle the kicking duties in Sunday's season finale versus the Texans.

Folk (abdomen) didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Folk has missed the Titans' last two games due to an abdomen injury, and Wednesday's DNP likely suggests he's in jeopardy of missing a third in the Week 18 matchup against the Texans. The 40-year-old likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice participation Thursday or Friday in order to suit up Sunday. It's unclear who would kick for Tennessee if Folk is sidelined in Week 18, as Matthew Wright was waived Monday after kicking for the team in Week 17.

Folk (abdomen) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Folk will miss a second consecutive game. The Titans plan to add Matthew Wright from their practice squad to fill in for Folk after Brayden Narveson missed his only field-goal attempt while kicking in Folk's place against the Colts in Week 16. Folk's last chance to suit up this season will come against the Texans in Week 18.

Folk (abdomen) didn't practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Folk's abdominal injury prevented him from playing in the 38-30 loss to the Colts in Week 16 and has now kept him sidelined for the team's first two Week 17 practices. According to Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com, the Titans remain hopeful that Folk will be able to handle kicking duties in this Sunday's game in Jacksonville, but Tennessee added some insurance by signing Matthew Wright to their practice squad Thursday. Wright would presumably be elevated to the roster Saturday if Folk is in any danger of missing a second straight game.

Folk (abdomen) was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice estimate, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Folk missed the team's Week 16 loss versus the Colts with an abdomen injury and is now in danger of missing his second straight contest. If the 40-year-old ends up being unable to return for Sunday's game versus the Jaguars, Brayden Narveson will handle the kicking duties once again.

Folk (abdomen) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Folk entered Sunday's game as a true game-time decision after managing only one limited practice session during the week. He's been a consistent kicker for the Titans this season, so his absence could affect the team's special teams play. Brayden Narveson will take over the kicking duties.

Coach Brian Callahan said Friday that Folk (abdomen) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Colts, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

The Titans are expected to have Brayden Narveson elevated from the practice squad as insurance should Folk be unable to kick against Indianapolis. Folk has been nearly automatic this season, making 21 of 22 field-goal attempts (95.5 percent) and all 25 of his extra-point tries. He's been the Titans' best means of offense in 2024.

Folk (abdomen) was listed as a DNP on Thursday's injury report, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Folk has missed the Titans' first two practices of the week due to an abdominal injury, and it appears he is in jeopardy of being sidelined for Sunday's game against the Colts. The Titans have Brayden Narveson on the practice squad, and he would be elevated to the active roster should Folk not progress through his recovery enough to play. Folk has been one of the most accurate kickers in the NFL this year, going 21-for-22 on field-goal attempts and converting on all 25 extra-point tries through 14 regular-season games.

Folk (abdomen) didn't practice Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Folk played through a groin injury in Tennessee's Week 15 loss to the Bengals, converting on all three of his extra-point tries while not attempting a field goal. He now appears to be dealing with an abdomen issue following Sunday's contest, which held him out of Wednesday's practice. The Titans have another kicker on their practice squad, Arlington Hambright, that could potentially be added to the active roster if Folk continues to miss practices throughout the week.

Folk made all three of his extra-point attempts and did not attempt a field goal in Sunday's 37-27 loss to the Bengals.

The only Titans scores came on four trips to the end zone, with the final coming as time expired. That limited Folk to only three extra-point attempts, ending his four-game streak of making multiple field goals. Positively, he has yet to miss an extra-point attempt on the campaign.

Folk (groin) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest versus the Bengals, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Falk was held out of Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury, but he capped Week 15 prep with back-to-back full sessions, clearing up any question about his availability ahead of the weekend. Coach Brian Callahan said as much Friday, telling Wyatt that Folk had a good week and would be good to go for Sunday's game. Among kickers with at least 13 appearances this season, Folk ranks 17th (out of 22) with 6.5 points per game.

Folk (groin) was a full participant at the Titans' practice Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

Folk was unavailable for practice Wednesday with a groin injury, but his full participation Thursday clears any concern of his availability to play Sunday versus the Bengals. The kicker has gone a perfect nine-for-nine on field-goal attempts while making all five of his PATs over the last four games.

Folk missed practice Wednesday due to a groin issue, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

This is the first word of Folk managing a groin injury, as he played this past Sunday against Jacksonville and made both of his field goal-attempts. It's unclear how serious the groin issue is, but it's worth noting that the Titans signed kicker Brayden Narveson to their practice squad Wednesday, per Wyatt. If Folk ends up missing Sunday's Week 15 matchup against the Bengals, Narveson would presumably be elevated to take over as the team's placekicker.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 10-6 loss to the Jaguars.

Folk accounted for all of Tennessee's points with a pair of field goals that came from 46 and 39 yards. He has now made multiple field goals in five consecutive games and is 21-for-22 on the campaign. Despite his accuracy, he could in for uneven results down the stretch due to the ineffective Titans' offense.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 42-19 loss to the Commanders.

Folk made 41 and 44-yard field goals in the third quarter, marking his third straight game with multiple converted attempts. While the Tennessee offense could make his opportunity uneven for the rest of the season, Folk has remained extremely accurate and is 19-for-20 on field-goal attempts on the campaign.

Folk made all three of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 32-27 win over the Texans.

Folk played a key role in the Titans' upset victory and showed impressive range by making a pair of field goals from 51 yards away and an additional 56-yard kick. He's missed only one of his 18 field-goal attempts this season, highlighted by a perfect record on six opportunities from 50 yards or longer. Folk has now also made multiple field goals in three of his last four games after doing so just once in his first seven contests.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point attempt in Sunday's 23-13 loss to the Vikings.

Folk opened and closed the scoring with field goals of 30 and 43 yards. He's now converted multiple-field goal attempts in three games this season, two of which have come in the last three weeks. While Folk has enjoyed a very accurate season, the poor state of the Tennessee offense has limited his opportunity.

Folk converted one of his two field-goal tries and made both of his two extra-point attempts during Sunday's 27-17 loss against the Chargers.

Folk had made all 11 of his field-goal tries in his first eight games of the season, but he pushed a 49-yard attempt wide to the right in the second quarter of Sunday's contest. Unless Tennessee turns things around in a major way offensively during the home stretch of the year, Folk doesn't figure to be the most reliable fantasy option over that span.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 20-17 overtime win against the Patriots.

Folk attempted multiple field goals in a game for the first time since Week 4 and converted from 21 and 25 yards away. He has yet to miss a kick on the season, though the poor Tennessee offense has limited his opportunity.

Folk did not attempt a field goal and made both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 52-14 loss to the Lions.

Folk remains limited by the Tennessee offense, as he has attempted multiple field goals in only one of seven games. He's yet to miss any of his kicks, but his lack of volume makes him a subpar kicker for fantasy purposes.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt and only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Bills.

The story has been the same for Folk throughout the season, as he's been very accurate but also had limited opportunity due to the state of the Tennessee offense. He has yet to miss a kick this season, but he has attempted multiple field goals in only one of six contests.

Folk made his lone field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Colts.

Folk continues to show strong accuracy, as he nailed his 44-yard field goal and remains perfect on all kicks this season. However, he's been limited to one or fewer field goals in all but one game due to the ineffective Tennessee offense.

Folk made all five of his field-goal attempts in Monday's 31-12 win over the Dolphins. He was also perfect on two extra-point attempts.

Folk played a major role in Tennessee's win, accounting for the team's first nine points. Of his five field goals, two came from more than 50 yards away with an additional pair from more than 40 yards. Folk remains perfect on field-goal attempts for the campaign.

Folk made both of his extra-point tries but didn't get to attempt a field goal in Sunday's 30-14 loss to the Packers.

Folk hasn't had many opportunities to start the 2024 campaign, but he's got the job done when called upon. Through three weeks he's 2-for-2 on FGAs and 6-for-6 on PATs. Next up for Folk and the Titans is a trip to Miami to take on the Dolphins.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Jets.

Folk gave the Titans a 10-7 lead with a 41-yard field goal just before halftime. While that was his only field-goal attempt of the day, Folk remains very accurate when called upon and now has makes from 40 and 41 yards to begin the campaign.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Bears.

Folk had a limited chance to make an impact on the game but converted when called upon. He had an excellent 2023 season during which he made 29 of his 30 field-goal attempts, and he started the new campaign in similar form.

The Titans are re-signing Folk to a one-year, $3.76 million contract Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Folk enjoyed an excellent campaign with Tennessee last season, converting 29 of 30 field-goal attempts and 28 of 30 extra-point tries. The veteran is entering his age-39 season but remains one of the NFL's most reliable placekickers, so running it back on a one-year deal is a sensible move for the Titans. Folk's contract reportedly maxes out at $4.13 million with incentives.

Folk made 29 of 30 field-goal attempts and 28 of 30 extra-point attempts during the 2023 season with the Titans.

Folk was traded to the Titans in August for a seventh-round pick. Though the team didn't have a successful season, Folk played his part, with his only missed field goal coming from 51 yards away in Week 10 against Tampa Bay. Folk will be entering his age 39 season, but he has made at least 90 percent of his field goals in three of his last four campaigns and should be able to find another job this offseason after hitting free agency.

Folk made his lone field-goal attempt in Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Texans. He did not attempt an extra point.

The Titans struggled to move the ball and had minimal scoring opportunities in Sunday's. As a result, Folk was only called upon once, though he did manage to convert. He's now been limited to one or fewer attempts in five of his last seven games.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Seahawks.

Folk had a relatively quiet day but was effective when called upon. He made a 33-yard field goal late in the first half and has now made 28 of his 29 field-goal attempts this season. Folk was also perfect on his point-after attempts after missing one in two of his past three contests.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt and one of his two extra-point attempts in Sunday's 19-16 loss to the Texans.

Folk's day got off to a shaky start, as he missed an extra-point attempt midway through the first quarter which ultimately allowed the Texans to tie the game late with an extra-point rather than a two-point conversion. Though he couldn't make up for that miss, Folk did rebound with a 45-yard field goal midway through the fourth quarter. After remaining perfect through Week 9, Folk has missed one field goal and two extra-point attempts across his last six games.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and both of his extra-point attempts in Monday's 28-27 win over the Dolphins.

Folk was only asked to convert from short range, as his field goals came from 28 and 23 yards away. He also made both of his extra point attempts, returning to perfection after missing his first kick of the season in Week 13. Folk has been an extremely reliable option for the Titans and has made multiple field goals in consecutive contests.

Folk made two of his three extra-point attempts and both of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to the Colts.

Folk has been excellent this season, as he entered Sunday's contest having missed only one field goal across 23 attempts while making all 17 extra-point attempts. He was mostly on target once again, though he missed a vital point-after attempt late in the fourth quarter that would have given the Titans a one-point lead. That miss was influenced by an injury to Ryan Stonehouse (knee), as his absence forced Ryan Tannehill into the game as the holder, and he went on to mishandle the snap on Folk's missed kick. Assuming the Titans resolve their situation at holder before their Week 14 matchup against the Dolphins, Folk should remain a reliable kicking option.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt and both of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Panthers.

Folk wasn't called upon much, but he delivered a 53-yard field goal just before halftime to put the Titans up by two touchdowns. He's now made four of his five attempts from more than 50 yards away and is 22-for-23 on field goals this season.

Folk made both his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Jaguars.

Folk has been excellent for Tennessee throughout the season but was only asked to convert two extra-point attempts in Sunday's loss. In four games since the team's bye, Folk has attempted zero field goals on two occasions.

Folk made two of his three field-goal attempts in Sunday's 20-6 loss to the Buccaneers.

Folk missed a 51-yard field goal early in the second quarter, his first failed attempt of the season. Even so, he managed to account for the Titans' only points in the game by converting kicks from 38 and 27 yards. Folk has made multiple field goals in seven of nine games on the campaign.

Folk made all three of his field-goal attempts and his lone extra-point attempt in Thursday's 20-16 loss to the Steelers.

Folk accounted for the majority of the Titans' points by converting a pair of field goals from 36 yards away and another from 48 yards. He's been impressive all season and remains a perfect 19-for-19 on field-goal attempts.

Folk made all four of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 28-23 win over the Falcons.

For the first time this season, Folk did not attempt a field goal. He still did what was asked of him, making a season-high four extra-point attempts. Folk has yet to miss a kick this season as the Titans head into a Week 9 matchup against Pittsburgh.

Folk made all three of his field-goal attempts and converted his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Ravens.

Folk converted field goals from 26, 27 and 38 yards away and continued his perfect start to the season. He's also converted multiple attempts in five of six games on the campaign. While the Titans' offense won't provide the most opportunities for Folk, he's been a consistent producer who has shown excellent accuracy.

Folk made all three of his field-goal attempts and his only extra-point attempt in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Colts.

Folk made kicks from 27, 34 and 53 yards away, and he's now made all 13 of his field-goal attempts for the season. He's been particularly impressive from distance, as six of his field goals have come from 40 or more yards away.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 27-3 win over the Bengals.

Folk had one of his busier days as a Titan and he continued to pile up perfect performances. He found the range from 53 and 35 yards and is now 5-for-5 on attempts from 40 yards or deeper on the season. After Tennessee struggled to find a kicker throughout the offseason and training camp, Folk has cemented his status with the team.

Folk converted his only field-goal attempt in Sunday's 27-3 loss to the Browns.

Folk had limited opportunity due to the Titans' offensive struggles, though he managed to make a 44-yard attempt to account for the team's only points. He's a perfect 8-for-8 on field-goal attempts to begin the season, four of which have come from 40 yards or deeper.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts and all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win over the Chargers.

Folk made kicks from 33 and 41 yards, the latter of which was the game-winner in overtime. He's had a good start to his tenure in Tennessee by going 7-for-7 on field goal attempts across two games, including one from over 50 yards.

Folk made all five of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 16-15 loss to the Saints.

Folk accounted for all of Tennessee's points in his debut with the team and enjoyed a mistake-free performance. Three of his five kicks came from inside 35 yards, though he also converted 50 and 45-yard attempts. The Titans had trouble finding a reliable placekicking option throughout the offseason, though Folk has seemingly stabilized the position.

Folk will be the Titans' kicker heading into the season, Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports.

Tennessee had a kicking void to fill after the recent release of Michael Badgley. They both traded for Folk from the Patriots and signed Cade York to their practice squad. The former will be the team's exclusive kicker going forward, while the latter is viewed as a developmental project. The 38-year-old drilled 32 of his 37 field-goal attempts in 2022, while also nailing 32 of his 35 extra-point attempts.

The Titans will send a 2025 seventh-round draft pick to the Patriots in exchange for Folk, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

With New England, Folk had been competing for a job with 2023 fourth-round pick Chad Ryland. Now that he's with the Titans, Folk is slated to fill a kicking void created by the recent release of Michael Badgley. During the 2022 season, the 38-year-old Folk made 32 of his 37 field-goal attempts, while hitting 32 of his 35 extra-point tries in 17 games.

Folk now faces competition for the Patriots' kicking job following the selection of Chad Ryland in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Chad Graffof The Athletic reports.

Folk, who turns 39 in November, is under contract with New England this coming season on the heels of a 2022 campaign in which he made 32 of his 37 field-goal attempts, while hitting 32 of his 35 extra-point tries in 17 games. As long as he remains on the team's roster, Folk will have a chance to compete for the team's kicking job, but given that the Patriots traded up to land Ryland, both Graff and Mike Reiss of ESPN.com consider the rookie the favorite to earn the assignment.

Folk now faces competition for the Patriots' kicking job following the selection of Chad Ryland in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Chad Graffof The Athletic reports.

Folk, who turns 39 in November, is under contract with New England this coming season on the heels of a 2022 campaign in which he made 32 of his 37 field-goal attempts, while hitting 32 of his 35 extra-point tries in 17 games. As long as he remains on the team's roster, Folk will have a chance to compete for the team's kicking job, but given that the Patriots traded up to land Ryland, both Graff and Mike Reiss of ESPN consider the rookie the favorite to earn the assignment.

Folk made 32 of his 37 field-goal attempts this past season, while hitting 32 of his 35 extra-point tries in 17 games.

In the process, Folk logged 128 points, which was 22 less than he scored in 2021, but still enough to keep the veteran kicker on the fantasy radar. The 38-year-old remains under contract with the Patriots for one more season and as long as he can stay healthy, Folk should continue maintain fantasy utility in 2023.

Folk converted his only field-goal try while going 2-for-3 on extra-point attempts in Sunday's 23-21 victory over the Dolphins.

After missing both of his extra-point attempts in the Patriots' Week 16 loss to the Bengals, Folk was able to nail a 49-yard field goal in the third quarter of Sunday's contest. The kicker did miss a PAT in the contest and he has now gone 2-for-5 on extra points over the last two weeks after starting the season a perfect 28-for-28. On the campaign, the 38-year-old has converted 31 of 36 field-goal tries, including 4-for-5 from 50 or more yards.

Folk missed two point-after tries during Saturday's 22-18 loss to the Bengals.

Folk came into the contest with 30 made field goals, most in the NFL. However, he didn't garner an attempt in Week 16 and missed both of his PATs en route to his worst statistical performance of the campaign. It's unclear if the veteran kicker suffered an injury during the contest, but his status should be monitored after an uncharacteristic performance.

Folk made all three of his field-goal attempts and his only PAT attempt in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Raiders.

Folk continued his strong season with successful kicks from 24, 47 and 54 yards, but his nice performance was overshadowed by New England's catastrophic final play, which allowed the Raiders to score a walk-off touchdown. The veteran kicker has made 30 of 35 field-goal attempts in 2022, leading the league in both categories.

Folk converted both of his field-goal attempts and all three extra-point tries during Monday's 27-13 win over the Cardinals.

Folk has converted 27 of 32 field-goal attempts through 13 appearances this season, and he remains perfect on his 27 extra-point tries. The veteran could again see solid scoring opportunities against the Raiders in Week 15.

Folk made one of of his two field-goal attempts in Thursday's 24-10 loss to the Bills en route to recording four points in the contest.

Though 12 games, Folk has racked up 99 points, but of late the veteran kicker's fantasy prospects have been hindered by an inconsistent New England offense. Folk will have an opportunity to bounce back in Week 14, when the Patriots face the 4-8 Cardinals on the road.

Folk made all four of his field-goal attempts and both his extra-point attempts in Thursday's 33-26 loss to the Vikings.

Folk had a perfect night, bouncing back from a two-miss performance in Week 11. He kept the Patriots in the game by making field goals from 34, 46, 23 and 25 yards away. Folk has now made 24 of his 28 field goals this season and has scored at least 14 points in three of his last four games.

Folk made one of his three field-goal attempts in Sunday's 10-3 win over the Jets en route to recording four points in Week 11.

Per Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site, wind was a factor Sunday, while Michael Palardy subbed in as the team's holder with Jake Bailey out. Folk will look to bounce back on the road Thursday night against the Vikings, who play at U.S. Bank Stadium, where weather won't be a factor in Week 12.

Folk made all four of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Colts en route to recording 14 points in the contest.

With 30 points over his last two games, Folk was hitting his stride from a fantasy perspective, however the Patriots are on bye this week, so those who had been relying on the veteran kicker will need to find a substitute for him ahead of Week 10 action.

Folk made all five of his field-goal attempts en route to recording 16 points in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Jets.

The five field-goal attempts he saw in Week 8 tied a season high for the veteran kicker, who upped his season points total to 63 in the process. Next up for Folk and the Patriots is a Week 9 home matchup against the 3-4-1 Colts.

Folk made both of his extra-point tries in Monday's 33-14 loss to the Bears.

Folk's two-point effort Monday follows a two-game stretch in which he recorded 25 points. Overall, the veteran kicker has notched 47 points in seven games to date and chances are Folk sees more scoring opportunities this Sunday against the Jets than he did in Week 7.

Folk, who made one of his two field-goal attempts in Sunday's 38-15 win over the Browns, recorded eight points in the contest.

Prior to his fourth-quarter miss from 45 yards, Folk had extended his NFL record to 64 straight field goals made under 50 yards with a 19-yard effort in the first quarter. Six games into the season, the veteran kicker has recorded 45 points and with his team's offense clicking of late Folk profiles as a decent Week 7 fantasy option against the Bears next Monday.

Folk made all five of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 29-0 win over the Lions en route to recording 17 points in the contest.

The 17 points were easily a season-high for Folk, who now has a total of 37 points through five contests. It remains to be seen if Mac Jones (ankle) or Bailey Zappe (Sunday's starting QB) are under center in Week 6 against the Browns, but the Patriots' effort on offense versus Detroit offers hope that Folk can maintain fantasy utility in the weeks ahead.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt (from 37 yards) and all three of his extra-point tries in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Packers.

Four games into the 2022 season, Folk is averaging five points a game, a pace that has limited his fantasy utility early on. With the Patriots currently dealing with injuries at the QB position, Folk looks like a hit-or-miss lineup option ahead of the team's Week 5 contest against the Lions.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts (including a 50-yarder) in Sunday's 37-26 loss to the Ravens en route to recording eight points.

Through three games this season, Folk has logged 14 points and the veteran kicker's fantasy upside in the coming weeks could take a hit if QB Mac Jones is forced to miss extended time with a high ankle sprain.

Folk made one of his two field-goal attempts in Sunday's 17-14 win over the Steelers en route to recording five points.

Folk, whose miss in the contest was a 52-yard attempt, now has just six points through New England's first two games. Chances are, he'll pick up the pace as the season progresses, but the veteran kicker's fantasy ceiling hinges on more consistent efforts from the team's QB Mac Jones-helmed offense.

Folk did not attempt a field goal and made his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 20-7 loss to the Dolphins.

Folk's 2022 season thus opens with a one-point effort, but the veteran kicker -- who racked up 150 points last season with the Patriots -- will no doubt see added scoring opportunities in the weeks ahead. Folk's fantasy ceiling, however, hinges on his team's offense picking up the pace, and starting QB Mac Jones in currently dealing with a back issue.

Folk signed a two-year, $5 million contract to remain with the Patriots on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Folk put together a consistent 2021 season, converting 36 of his 39 field-goal attempts and 42 of his 47 extra-point attempts. That was enough for the Patriots to commit to him for a pair of additional campaigns. Folk played through a knee injury for much of last year, but he otherwise has shown no signs of slowing down despite the fact that he will be 38 years old for half of the 2022 campaign.

Folk made 36 of his 39 field-goal attempts this past season en route to recording 150 points in 17 games.

Folk, who has been in the NFL since 2007, easily eclipsed his previous career high in points (131) through his first 16 games in 2021, then added six more in the team's regular-season finale to tie Las Vegas' Daniel Carlson for the league lead in that category. The 37-year-old, who managed a left knee issue down the stretch, is slated to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason and his strong campaign should land him a kicking job in 2022. Whether it's with the Patriots remains to be seen, with Quinn Nordin -- who recently signed a future deal with New England -- an option for the team if Folk isn't re-signed.

Folk (knee) is active for Saturday's wild-card game at Buffalo.

Folk has been playing through a knee injury for the majority of the campaign, but it hasn't topped him from making 36 of 39 field-goal attempts and 42 of 47 point-after tries through 17 games. He'll continue to take on placekicking duties for the Patriots in their playoff opener.

Folk (knee) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

The kicker once again entered the week with a knee ailment, something that he has dealt with since September. Folk has yet to miss a contest while dealing with the knee injury, so he is expected to be ready to go Saturday for the Patriots' wild-card game against the Bills.

Folk made his lone field-goal attempt (from 43 yards) in Sunday's 33-24 loss to the Dolphins en route to recording six points.

Though the veteran kicker has been managing a left knee issue of late, he suited up for all 17 of the Patriots' regular season games, while making 36-of-39 field goal tries and 42-of-47 extra point attempts. Meanwhile, the 150 points Folk recorded tied him with Las Vegas' Daniel Carlson for the league lead in that category.

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

Folk was listed as questionable heading into the game, as has been customary this season. He has yet to miss a contest however, and he has converted 35 of his 38 field-goal attempts on the campaign.

Folk (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Folk has been on the injury report most of the season due to the knee injury, but he's kicked for New England in all 16 games. He should be available again Sunday, barring a setback.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt (from 43 yards) in Sunday's 50-10 win over the Jaguars.

In the process, Folk, who hit five of his six extra-point tries, recorded eight points, bringing his 16-game total to a fantasy-friendly 144 points. Though the veteran kicker continues to manage a knee issue, his status for the Patriots' Week 18 game against the Dolphins is not in doubt.

Folk (knee) will play Sunday against the Jaguars.

Folk has been on the injury report with the knee issue for most of the season, but he's yet to miss a game. That won't change Sunday, as Folk will handle kicking duties Sunday against Jacksonville.

Folk (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Folk has been present on New England's injury reports with the knee issue most of the season, but he's been available for all 15 games so far. The 37-year-old should be expected to kick again for the Patriots this weekend, barring a setback.

Folk was a limited participant in practices Wednesday and Thursday due to a left knee injury.

The same issue has made Folk a mainstay on New England injury reports all season, but he has yet to miss a game. The 37-year-old is in the midst of one of the best seasons of his career, converting on 34 of 37 field-goal attempts and 34 of 38 extra-point tries through 15 appearances.

Folk hit all three of his extra-point attempts in Sunday's 33-21 loss to the Bills.

It was only the second time this season that Folk -- who has recorded 136 points in 15 games to date -- did not attempt a field goal. With that in mind, the veteran kicker -- who continues to work trough a left knee issue -- is a bounce-back candidate for the Patriots' Week17 game against the Jaguars.

Folk (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills.

Folk has been listed as questionable prior to most games this season, but as it has been the trend, he will play while handling the kicking duties. The veteran kicker has yet to miss a contest despite constantly being slapped with a questionable tag, and he has been extremely effective since he has converted 34 of 37 field-goal attempts and 31 of 35 extra-point tries on the campaign.

Folk (knee) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Buffalo, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

Folk's placement on the injury report can be taken with a grain of salt at this point, as the veteran kicker has yet to miss a contest despite constantly being slapped with a questionable tag. Folk has converted 34 of 37 field-goal attempts and 31 of 35 extra-point tries on the campaign.

Folk converted his lone field-goal attempt while making both of his extra-point tries in Saturday's 27-17 loss to Indianapolis.

Folk dealt with a knee injury once again ahead of Saturday's Week 15 matchup, but he was able to play through the issue. The Patriots were held scoreless for the first three quarters, but the 37-year-old drilled each of his three kicks in the final quarter. Across the last four games, Folk has made 12 of 13 field-goal attempts while converting six of seven extra-point tries.

Folk (knee) is listed as active for Saturday night's game against the Colts.

Folk has been a mainstay on the injury report most of the season, but the veteran kicker has yet to miss a game. In the process, he has racked up a fantasy-friendly 128 points through 13 outings while working behind a 9-4 New England squad that has reeled off seven straight wins.

Folk (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game at Indianapolis.

Folk has been a regular on the injury report this season, so it's not much of a surprise to see him questionable for Saturday. The 37-year-old has yet to miss a game, and there's nothing to indicate that will change versus the Colts.

Folk (knee) was listed as a limited participant in practice Tuesday.

Folk has been a regular on the injury report this year, but he has suited up for every game. Barring any type of news regarding a setback, he should be expected to play Saturday night. The veteran is a perfect 28-for-28 on field-goal attempts under 50 yards this season.

Folk made both field-goal attempts during Monday night's 14-10 win over the Bills.

Folk wasn't called upon to attempt a single extra point as a result of Monday's windy conditions, which inspired the Patriots to go for a two-point conversion after their lone touchdown. The veteran kicker could see more action against the Colts on Dec. 18, after New England's bye.

Folk (knee) is listed as active for Monday's game against Buffalo.

The Patriots' kicker has missed just three of 34 field goal attempts this season - all three of which came from 50+ yards. Folk will face a difficult challenge Monday night with forecasts predicting sustained winds of 25 to 35 miles per hour. Both teams may shy away from kicking field goals as a result of the severe weather.

Folk (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bills, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Folk has made a regular appearance on the injury report this season, yet he has suited up for every game to this point. He's hit 91 percent of his field-goal attempts on the campaign, with all three of his misses coming from more than 50 yards away. Barring any type of news regarding a setback, he should be expected to play Monday.

Folk (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Mike Reiss of ESPN reports.

Folk has consistently appeared on the injury report due to this injury, but it has had no bearing on his on-field results, as he leads the league in both field-goal attempts (34) and makes (31). While there's no concern over his knee injury, Folk will have a difficult matchup Monday against a Bills team that's allowing just 16.5 points per game. Only Folk's own Patriots have been stingier, giving up 15.8 points per game.

Folk made five of his six field-goal attempts (including a 52-yarder) en route to recording a season-high 18 points in Sunday's 36-13 win over the Titans.

Folk's miss was on a 53-yard try just before halftime, but overall he's been a steady option for both the Patriots and fantasy managers. He'll likely turn up on the team's Week 13 injury report while managing a left knee issue, but barring a setback, he'll be out there next Monday against the Bills.

Folk (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Folk has been listed as questionable on the pre-game injury reports with a nagging knee issue, but he has managed to play through it and has yet to miss a game. He has been elite this season, making 26 of his 28 field-goal attempts and 26 of his 30 extra-point kicks.

Folk (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against Tennessee, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Folk has donned the questionable tag consistently since the beginning of Week 4 but has yet to miss a game. The Arizona product has been one of the best kickers in the league this season, making 26 of his 28 field-goal attempts.

Folk made all four of his field-goal attempts (including a 53-yarder) in Thursday's 25-0 win over the Falcons, en route to recording 13 points.

Though he missed one of his two extra-point tries Thursday, Folk was able to match his season-high for points in the contest. The veteran kicker has been managing a left knee injury of late, but there's no reason to think his Week 12 status is in any danger, even if he continues to be limited at practice.

Folk (knee) is active for Thursday's matchup against the Falcons.

Folk has been on the injury report regularly with a knee issue, but he has yet to miss a game this season. He's connected for multiple field goals in six contests the campaign, including three makes of more than 50 yards.

Folk (knee) is listed as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Falcons.

Folk has had an ongoing knee issue since Week 3, but it has yet to keep him out of a game yet. The knee issue didn't bother the kicker Sunday as he went 1-of-1 on field goals and 6-of-6 on extra points in the blowout win over the Browns.

Folk (knee) is listed as limited on Tuesday's practice report.

Folk has appeared on the injury report with the knee problem since Week 3. It has yet to keep him out of a game.

Folk made his only field-goal attempt en route to recording nine points in Sunday's 45-7 win over the Browns.

Folk has been managing a left knee issue that has made him an injury-report fixture of late, but hasn't caused him to miss any games. We don't expect that to change in Week 11, when the Patriots face the Falcons on Thursday.

Folk (knee) is active Sunday against Cleveland.

Folk has been on the injury report on a regular basis with a knee issue, but he'll ultimately suit up Sunday as he has all season. The 36-year-old has only missed two field-goal attempts in 2021, notching a 91 percent success rate.

Folk (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Folk has been a mainstay on the injury report due to this knee issue, but it hasn't affected his game-day availability up to this point. Nor has it had an effect on his accuracy, as his missed field goal in last week's win over the Panthers was just his second miss in 23 attempts.

Folk made one of his two field-goal attempts in Sunday's 24-6 win over the Panthers, en route to recording six points.

The miss was just Folk's second of the season on 23 tries through nine games. The veteran kicker continues to manage a left knee issue that has made him an injury-report regular, but has not prevented him from suiting up thus far. He'll likely be listed as limited during practice this week, but there's no reason to think his availability for this Sunday's game against the Browns will be impacted.

Folk (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Folk was limited in practice throughout the week, but he was always expected to play Sunday and that will indeed be the case. The veteran kicker is having a strong season thus far, converting all but one of his 21 field-goal attempts.

Folk (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Folk's appearance on the injury report has become a customary occurrence, and he has been limited in practice, but there's no reason to suspect he won't power through the injury once again come Sunday. He's enjoying the most accurate season of a career that started back in 2007, having missed just once on 21 field-goal attempts.

Folk (knee) was listed as a limited participant at the Patriots' practice Wednesday.

Folk has been dealing with an aggravated left knee injury since before the 2021 season began. The kicker has managed to play in every game so far this year even though he's been limited at practice leading up to multiple games. The 36-year-old should be able to suit up Sunday barring any major setbacks.

Folk made all four of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Chargers, en route to recording 13 points in the contest.

Through eight games, Folk has recorded 76 points, and as long as he's able to avoid any setbacks with a left knee issue he's been managing of late, he should profile as a solid fantasy option until the Patriots' Week 14 bye. Overall, the veteran kicker has hit 20 of his 21 FG tries and 16 of his 19 extra-point attempts.

Folk (knee) is active for Sunday's contest against the Chargers.

As expected, Folk will be available for the Patriots' Week 8 matchup against the Chargers. He has dealt with the injury for the majority of the 2021 campaign, but it hasn't hampered his effectiveness yet, as he has connected on 16 of his 17 field-goal attempts this season.

Folk (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Folk's dealt with this injury for a while now but has been able to play through it, and he's expected to do so once again come Sunday. The left knee injury hasn't hampered his effectiveness, as Folk has converted all but one of his 17 field-goal attempts this season.

Folk (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

As has been the case for many weeks, the kicker will go into Week 8's matchup with the Chargers with a questionable injury designation. Folk is yet to miss a contest this season, going 16-for-17 on field goal attempts and 15-for-18 on PATs through seven games.

Folk made both of his field-goal attempts (including a 50-yarder) en route to recording 12 points in Sunday's 54-13 win over the Jets.

Folk continues to manage a left knee issue that has had him listed as questionable in advance of the Patriots' last four contests, but it's something that he's been able to work through. We don't expect that to change in Week 8, when the Patriots face the 4-2 Chargers on the road.

Folk (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Folk has been a regular on New England's injury report of late, but he has yet to miss a game while managing his left knee issue. Through his first six games to date, the veteran kicker has made 14 of his 15 field-goal tries en route to notching 51 points. After a Week 6 in which he was limited to three extra-point tries in an OT loss to the Cowboys, Folk should have a chance to engineer a fantasy bounce-back Sunday versus the 1-4 Jets.

Folk (left knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets after logging limited practices this week.

Folk has been a regular on the Patriots' injury report since Week 4, but he has yet to miss a game since then and we don't expect that to change this weekend. Through six games, Folk has made 14 of his 15 field-goal tries en route to recording 51 points and he looks like a solid streaming option against the 1-4 Jets in Week 7, especially with six team's kickers on bye this week.

Folk (knee) practiced in limited fashion Wednesday.

Folk has been on the injury report with the knee issue since Week 3 against New Orleans, but he has yet to miss a game. Given that he has played through the injury for several consecutive weeks, it should be presumed that he will once again be active for a Week 7 matchup against the Jets barring a setback.

Folk made three extra-point tries in Sunday's 35-29 loss to the Cowboys.

Folk was questionable with a knee injury heading into Sunday's matchup, but he played through the issue. The 36-year-old wasn't needed for any field-goal attempts but was perfect on his three kicks in the overtime loss. Folk has now made five of six field-goal attempts while converting six of seven extra-point tries across the last three games.

Folk (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Folk continues to manage a left knee issue, but it hasn't cost him any game action thus far this season. Through five contests to date, the veteran kicker has made 14 of his 15 field-goal tries, en route to scoring 48 points in that span.

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

With fellow kicker Quinn Nordin (abdomen) on IR, the Patriots will presumably have to bring in outside help at kicker should Folk have to sit out Sunday. The veteran kicker has previously played through issues in his left knee, so Folk should ultimately suit up barring a setback.

Folk made all four of his field-goal attempts and one of his two extra point tries in Sunday's 25-22 win over the Texans, en route to recording 13 points.

Through five games, Folk has logged 48 points and has hit double digits three times in that span. The veteran kicker has been managing a left knee issue of late, but it hasn't impacted his game availability, and he'll be out there this coming Sunday against the Cowboys, barring any setbacks.

Folk (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Texans.

As expected, the veteran kicker, who has logged 35 points through his first four contests this season, will suit up Sunday for a game in which the Patriots should have their share of scoring opportunities against a 1-3 Houston squad helmed by rookie QB Davis Mills.

Folk (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Folk has played through his left knee injury in recent weeks and was able to practice in a limited capacity this week. It wouldn't be surprising to see him suit up for Sunday's Week 5 matchup.

Folk (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Folk has been playing through the knee injury the past couple weeks and continued to nurse the issue at Wednesday's practice. The fact he's still practicing in some capacity indicates he should be able to play at Houston this weekend.

Folk made one of his two field-goal attempts in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Buccaneers, en route to recording five points.

As time wound down in the contest, Folk, who had made 36 consecutive field-goal tries, had a chance to put the Patriots on top, but his 56-yard attempt hit the upright and deflected wide to the left. The veteran kicker and the Patriots will now look to rebound in Week 5, versus a Houston squad that has dropped three straight games.

Folk (left knee) is listed as active Sunday night's game against the Buccaneers.

Folk's knee issue led to him being limited at practice this week, but he remains the only kicker on the Patriots' active roster and now will look to extend his team-record streak of 35 straight made field-goal attempts. Three games into the 2021 season, Folk has notched 30 points, while connecting on all nine of his FG tries.

Folk (left knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Buccaneers after practicing in a limited fashion this week.

Though the Patriots had Brett Maher and Riley Patterson in for workouts, Folk remains the only kicker on the team's active roster, with Quinn Nordin (abdomen) currently on IR. If Folk's Week 4 status is indeed in any danger, a roster move would need to occur, so until or unless that happens, pencil him in to be a go Sunday night.

Folk (left knee) remained limited at practice Thursday.

Folk's continued limited participation in practice suggests that he could end up being fine for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, though Friday's injury report should add clarity on that front. With that in mind, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com relays that the Patriots had kickers Brett Maher and Riley Patterson in for workouts, but noted that might simply be for emergency-list purposes, with Folk banged up and Quinn Nordin (abdomen) currently on IR.

Folk (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.

It remains to be seen if Folk is simply managing a minor left knee issue, or if he suffered an in-practice injury Wednesday. We'll revisit his status Thursday as the Patriots continue their preparation for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. Folk is the only kicker on New England's active roster, with Quinn Nordin (abdomen) currently on IR.

Folk converted both of his field-goal attempts and made his lone extra-point try in Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Saints.

The Patriots signed Folk from their practice squad to their active roster last week after he was elevated from the practice squad prior to the first two games of the year, and he responded by making all three of his kicks in Week 3. The 36-year-old has now made 35 consecutive field goals and is in line to remain the starting kicker while Quinn Nordin (abdomen) remains sidelined.

The Patriots signed Folk from their practice squad to their active roster Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Folk was promoted to the Patriots' active roster before each of the first two games this season. With Quinn Nordin (abdomen) still on IR, and the veteran Folk having made 33 consecutive field-goal attempts, the move to sign the 36-year-old to the active roster was an obvious choice.

Folk has reverted back to the Patriots' practice squad.

With fellow kicker Quinn Nordin (abdomen) on IR, and Folk having made team-record 33 straight FG attempts, it's assumed that the veteran kicker will be promoted to the Patriots' active roster once again in advance of this coming Sunday's game against the Saints.

Folk made all four of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 25-6 win over the Jets, en route to recording 13 points.

Two games into the season, Folk -- who has made a team-record 33 straight FG attempts -- has notched 23 points. With fellow kicker Quinn Nordin (abdomen) on IR, the veteran kicker will retain his lead role in the coming weeks, even if that entails more roster shuffling leading up to this coming Sunday's contest against the Saints.

Folk was elevated from the practice squad Saturday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

This was to be expected as Quinn Nordin (abdomen) was moved to injured reserve. Expect to see Folk officially sign with the active roster next week as the veteran kicker is out of practice squad elevations.

With Quinn Nordin (abdomen) ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets, look for Folk to be promoted from the Patriots' practice squad to the team's active roster ahead of the contest.

It's an assignment that Folk could hold on to in the coming weeks, with Ian Rapoport of NFL Network suggesting that Nordin is a candidate to go on IR. Either way, Folk -- who made all three of his field-goal attempts in the the team's Week 1 loss to the Dolphins, en route to recording 10 points -- is on track to kick again for New England this weekend, and likley beyond.

Folk reverted back to the Patriots' practice squad Monday, Ben Volin of The Boston Globe reports.

Folk served as the team's kicker in Week 1 against the Dolphins, and he converted all of hsi field-goal attempts in addition to an extra point. He is likely to be promoted back to the active roster for the team's Week 2 matchup against the Jets, though Quinn Nordin could also factor into the kicking game.

Folk made all three of his field-goal attempts in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Dolphins, en route to recording 10 points.

Folk, who was promoted from the Patriots' practice squad late Saturday, did nothing to lose the team's kicking job in Week 1, but it's still possible that he and rookie Quinn Nordin could be involved in some more roster-shuffling ahead of New England's Week 2 contest against the Jets.

Folk will kick for the Patriots in Sunday's season opener against the Dolphins, Erik Scalavino of the team's official site reports.

Folk was promoted from the the team's practice squad late Saturday and now he'll handle New England's Week 1kicking duties, with rookie Quinn Nordin having been made inactive.

Folk was elevated to the active roster Saturday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

The move essentially confirms rookie Quinn Nordin will have to wait to make his debut, but the team will likely make some sort of designation as to who is actually starting closer to the early afternoon kickoff.

Folk is a member of the Patriots' initial practice squad, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Folk didn't survive initial roster cut-downs, while rookie UDFA Quinn Nordin made the Patriots' initial 53-man roster. Now that Folk is back in the fold, he's a quick transaction away from potentially reclaiming the team's kicking job.

The Patriots cut Folk on Tuesday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

As expected Folk has been released after losing the kicking competition to Quinn Nordin. The veteran was solid in 2020, connecting on 26 of 28 field-goal attempts and 30 of 33 extra-point tries. He will likely draw interest from many teams around the league in search kicking help.

The Patriots will roll with rookie Quinn Nordin as the starting placekicker for 2021, rather than Folk, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

As a result of losing New England's kicking competition, Folk will likely soon find himself without a roster spot. Through 16 appearances in 2020, the veteran converted 26 of his 28 field-goal attempts and made 30 of his 33 extra-point tries.

Folk (undisclosed) is practicing Monday, Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com reports.

Folk missed over a week over a week of practices due to an undisclosed injury. Now that he's back in action, Folk can resume competing with Quinn Nordin for the Week 1 starting gig.

Folk (undisclosed) missed Tuesday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

It remains to be seen how long the veteran kicker will be sidelined, but if his absence lingers, UDFA signee Quinn Nordin -- who looked sharp at Tuesday's practice -- could potentially make a case to supplant Folk (who we'll consider day-to-day) in advance of Week 1.

The Patriots have re-signed Folk to a one-year deal, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Per the report, Folk's contract includes $1.225 million guaranteed, giving him a chance to reprise the role he filled capably in 2020. The 36-year-old finished last season with 108 points, while connecting on 26 of his 28 field-goal attempts and hitting 30 of his 33 extra-point tries. Also currently on the Patriots' roster are fellow kickers Roberto Aguayo and Justin Rohrwasser.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Over the latter half of 2020, Folk has been oft-listed on the injury report with his back issue. The veteran kicker stands without an absence on the season, however, as he continues to enjoy a career year that's consisted of a personal-best 92.9 percent field-goal conversion rate.

Folk was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a back issue, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Folk's limitation at practice is not surrising, as the issue has been lingering since early November. As long as the Patriots do not make any roster moves involving a kicker he should presumably be on track to suit up. He made is only field-goal attempt (from 45 yards) in last weeks loss to the Bills.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Folk has entered the past six games with a questionable tag, and he's suited up in each contest. He has been limited in practice during that stretch, but there's no real risk that the veteran kicker won't play this week. Since this injury surfaced, Folk has connected on all 10 field-goal attempts, including two kicks from beyond 50 yards.

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

Folk managed to play through his back injury during last Thursday's loss to the Rams, in which he converted his lone field-goal try, so there's not yet any real reason to worry about his availability. The veteran hasn't missed a field goal since Week 2.

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

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.

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

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, making 26 of his 28 extra-point attempts. It will be a tough test for the Patriots' offense Thursday, as the Rams defense sits fifth in the league, giving up just 20.3 PPG this season.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Folk's back issue has kept him on the injury report four straight weeks, but it has thus far not caused him to miss any games. Expect the veteran kicker to be on the field again for Sunday's clash with the Cardinals.

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

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.

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

Folk has played through this injury for two weeks now, so it shouldn't affect his usage or ability. The veteran kickers has been solid this season, connecting on 15 of 17 field goals (88 percent) and 16 of 18 extra points.

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

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

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

Folk followed a limited practice regimen last week but ended up kicking for the Patriots against the Ravens in Week 10, connecting on his lone field-goal attempt and two of three extra points. At this point, there hasn't been any indication that Folk's in danger of missing this Sunday's matchup against the Texans.

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

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.

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

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).

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

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.

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

Folk's back injury surfaced last week, but the veteran kicker was able to play in Monday's game against the Jets. He showed no ill effects, connecting on all three field-goal attempts and adding three extra points. He's not expected to miss any time.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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 would likely be called up from the practice squad to fill in.

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

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.

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

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 should be a fine fantasy option next week against the Bills, who have let up 25.4 points per game this year.

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

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, who have allowed 21.5 points per game, but Folk could see some extra opportunities since they rank third in the league, allowing opponents to score a touchdown on just 46.7 percent of red-zone trips.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Folk officially signed with the Patriots' 53-man roster Tuesday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

Although Folk missed his lone 45-yard field-goal attempt 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.

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

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 squad's expanded 2020 practice squad, with one of the two presumably in line to be promoted before Sunday night's game against the Seahawks.

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

Coach Bill Belichick seems to have made a decision in regards to his starting kicker. Folk was in contention with Justin Rohrwasser for the starting job 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.

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

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. They'll promote one to the active roster for Sunday's game versus the Dolphins.

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

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 for one of Folk or Rohrwasser to be activated ahead of Sept. 13's season-opener against Miami.

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

When reports that Rohrwasser would be let go initial 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.

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

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 now headed by QB Cam Newton.

The Patriots have officially re-signed Folk.

Folk, who kicked in seven games for the Patriots last season, making 14-of-17 field goals in the process, will thus compete with 2020 fifth-rounder Justin Rohrwasser. Whoever lands the job won't be working behind a Tom Brady-helmed offense, though if things click well under expected starting QB Cam Newton, the Patriots attack could provide a decent fantasy context for either Folk or Rohrwasser.

Folk visited New England on Saturday and plans to sign with the team Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Folk will need to pass a physical and a COVID-19 test, but he's ready to compete with rookie fifth-round pick Justin Rohrwasser (undisclosed) for the starting kicker role. Rohrwasser hasn't been practicing during training camp, and the Patriots haven't revealed why. Folk played seven games with the Patriots in 2019 and made 14 of 17 kicks and all 12 extra points, so he could be the Week 1 kicker if Rohrwasser stays off the field.