Matt Prater
#15 PK · Buffalo Bills
1 transaction this offseason
Height
5'10"
Weight
175 lbs
Age
41
College
UCF
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
19 yrs
PK Rank
#4 / 35
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB+
| Year | Team | GP | FG% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 91 | 83.8% |
| 2025 | | 15 | 90.0% |
| 2024 | | 4 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | | 17 | 84.8% |
Updated Mar 19, 2026
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.3M
AAV
$1.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
This signing grades out as a significant overpay for the Buffalo Bills — the team is paying more than the on-field production currently warrants. Matt's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL PKs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $1.3M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the PK market. The concern here is the gap between production and cost — unproven output at bargain money means the team is paying a premium above the player's on-field value. Matt is on the decline side of his career arc, making age a neutral factor in this deal — there's still some runway, but the window is narrowing. The 1-year, $1.3M deal keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.
Performance Analysis
Matt Prater grades as an above-average starter among NFL pks — an above-average player at the position. His strongest area is field goal accuracy at 90.0% (above the NFL average of 85.0%), ranking as well above average for the position. His production dropped from a A+ in 2024 to a B+ in 2025.
Performance vs. NFL Position Average
Season Grades
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
B+
2025
(50% weight)
A+
2024
(30% weight)
C-
2023
(20% weight)
Current Sentiment
At 41 years old with 19 years of experience, Matt Prater has demonstrated his reliability and clutch performances for the Buffalo Bills. Despite a C- performance grade, recent headlines highlight his game-saving 50-yard field goal to send a playoff game to overtime and his praise for the unique team culture in Buffalo. Prater's veteran presence and ability to deliver in high-pressure situations make him a valuable asset to the Bills' special teams unit.