Nick Folk
PK · Atlanta Falcons
1 transaction this offseason
Height
6'1"
Weight
222 lbs
Age
41
College
Arizona
Draft
2007, Rd 6, #178
Experience
18 yrs
PK Rank
#1 / 35
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsA+
| Year | Team | GP | FG% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 78 | 85.0% |
| 2025 | | 16 | 96.6% |
| 2024 | | 14 | 95.5% |
| 2023 | | 17 | 96.7% |
Updated Mar 19, 2026
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$9.0M
Guaranteed
$4.0M
AAV
$4.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
This signing grades out as an overpay for the Atlanta Falcons — the team is paying more than the on-field production currently warrants. Nick's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL PKs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $4.5M average annual value ranks as below-market money for the PK market. The concern here is the gap between production and cost — unproven output at below-market money means the team is paying a premium above the player's on-field value. Nick 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 2-year, $9.0M deal ($4.0M guaranteed, 44%) keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.
Performance Analysis
Nick Folk grades as an elite among NFL pks — one of the best player at the position. His strongest area is field goal accuracy at 96.6% (well above the NFL average of 85.0%), ranking as elite for the position.
Performance vs. NFL Position Average
Season Grades
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
A+
2025
(50% weight)
A+
2024
(30% weight)
A+
2023
(20% weight)
Current Sentiment
Nick Folk, the 41-year-old kicker with 18 years of NFL experience, has signed a two-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons, adding valuable veteran presence to their special teams unit. Despite a relatively average performance (C-) in recent seasons, Folk's decision to join the Falcons has been met with positive sentiment from both fans and media, who appreciate the stability and reliability he can bring to the team's kicking game.