Week 13 Waiver Wire Watch for Kickers

Thanksgiving week is here, and we’re entering a pivotal moment in the 2025 NFL season. With the playoffs just around the corner for most fantasy football leagues, it’s a good time to tweak your roster.

Let’s dive into some kickers you might want to look at on the waiver wire for Week 13. Just a quick note: players are considered if they’re rostered in up to 50% of leagues. Since all teams are active this week, you won’t have to worry about losing out by default. Also, there are three games on Thanksgiving and one on Black Friday, so make sure to set your lineup carefully. It’s a bummer to learn on Sunday that someone already snagged a player you wanted.

Andy Borregales, K, New England Patriots (39.6%)

The Patriots edged out the Bengals 26-20 on Sunday, with Borregales playing a crucial role. The rookie kicker from Miami achieved a perfect 4-4 on field goals and 2-2 on PATs, contributing 14 points to the team’s victory. As a result, he became the top scorer at his position for the week with 18 points, helping the Patriots secure their spot at the top of the AFC. He could definitely be a valuable addition moving forward.

Week 13 matchups: vs. New York Giants, 8:15pm ET (Monday night)

Kaimi Fairbairn, K, Houston Texans (46.1%)

Fairbairn resumed his scoring streak in the Texans’ 23-19 win over the Bills last Thursday, converting three field goals and two extra points for a total of 12 fantasy points. He had been sidelined for a couple of weeks due to a right quadriceps injury, which affected his standing as a top scorer. However, he was a top fantasy kicker through the first nine weeks of the season, and his return is significant for a Texans team vying for a playoff spot.

Week 13 matchups: @ Indianapolis Colts, 1pm ET.

Zane Gonzalez, K, Atlanta Falcons (4.2%)

The kicking situation for the Falcons seems to be improving as Gonzalez has made a strong impact since joining the team earlier this month. He’s gone a perfect 12-12 on all kick attempts over his last three games, including three field goals in a recent 24-10 victory over the Saints. He’s currently one of the most dependable options for the Falcons, so keep him on your radar.

Week 13 matchups: @ New York Jets, 1pm ET.