Will Reichard

Career StatsC+

Year	Team	GP	FG%
Career		17	87.7%
2025		17	94.3%
2024		13	80.0%

Updated Jun 23, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Earning a A- Contract Value Index, Will Reichard's 4-year pact reflects how Minnesota valued the position market at an elite inflection point. At $1.05M AAV on a rookie scale deal, Reichard is positioned as one of the league's most cost-effective premium contributors—a second-year player carrying an All-Pro 1st Team selection (2025) while remaining locked into sub-market compensation that won't reset until free agency. His C+ performance grade suggests the metrics lag behind the narrative hype, yet the media framing around him is unambiguous: generational talent at the position, with the Vikings' 2026 schedule positioned as a legitimate stage for him to claim the NFL kicking crown. At 25 with two seasons played, Reichard is in a rare window where rookie deal economics align with peak-tier production and cultural perception—a combination that makes this contract a steal for Minnesota's special teams unit. The four-year term locks in that value through 2027, giving the Vikings an extended window to maximize his elite leg talent before market corrections catch up. This is the kind of deal that rewires positional economics: a franchise asset acquired cheaply, performing at All-Pro caliber, and carrying zero cap friction heading into the regular season.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Will's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Will Reichard, Minnesota's second-year kicker, remains a prospect in flux following an uneven first two seasons. The 25-year-old currently grades as a C+ overall, reflecting notable volatility since entering the league. Youth and upside remain on his side, but consistency must follow for Reichard to establish himself as a reliable franchise option. This season has been markedly stronger than last year's disappointing campaign. Reichard is converting field goals at 94.3%, well above the NFL average of 84.38% and approaching elite territory. That trajectory—jumping from a D-grade 2024 to a B in 2025—signals genuine improvement in accuracy and pressure management. However, his body of work remains thin across just 17 career games, limiting definitive conclusions about his true baseline talent. The critical weakness remains durability and high-leverage execution under the most hostile conditions. Kickers are evaluated on their worst moments, and early-career inconsistency raises questions about mental toughness in playoff scenarios. Reichard must sustain his 2025 form across an extended sample before Minnesota can confidently pencil him in long-term. His trajectory will depend on maintaining this year's accuracy gains through adversity. If Reichard continues converting at 94%+ and demonstrates clutch performance down the stretch, he could evolve into a reliable mid-tier kicker capable of handling a Vikings contention window. Monitor his performance in high-pressure situations and environmental factors next season—consistency across varied contexts will ultimately determine whether he graduates from prospect to trusted veteran fixture.

How Will Compares at the Position

Will Reichard ranks 12th of 39 graded pks by performance. That slots Will between Ben Sauls (B-) just ahead and Brandon Aubrey (C+) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Will Reichard carries a A+ sentiment grade right now, with the conversation around his Pro Bowl-caliber moments shaping the narrative. The media landscape surrounding the second-year kicker is overwhelmingly enthusiastic—analysts and beat reporters have embraced him as a generational talent at the position rather than a mere specialist, with his 2025 All-Pro First Team selection serving as the centerpiece of a broader narrative about elite leg talent and psychological toughness in high-leverage situations. The Vikings' 2026 schedule has become a focal point in coverage, with multiple outlets framing the upcoming slate as a legitimate opportunity for Reichard to claim the NFL kicking crown, further cementing his status as a franchise cornerstone. This glowing public perception stands in stark contrast to his C+ performance grade, suggesting the media and fan communities are betting on sustained excellence and rare reliability rather than evaluating purely on output to date. Even the Week 5 missed field goal that drew camera interference allegations has faded from the narrative—the defensive coverage from the league suggests exoneration, leaving the overwhelmingly positive sentiment intact as Minnesota heads into the regular season with Reichard viewed as a dependable weapon who can anchor special teams for years.