Riley Patterson has been claimed off waivers by the Washington Commanders after losing the kicking competition with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 24-year-old kicker had a solid season with the Detroit Lions, where he converted 15 of 17 field goal attempts and has a strong career record on extra points. He will now compete for the starting placekicking role with Ramiz Ahmed. Additionally, Patterson has recently filled in for the Cleveland Browns in a playoff game, showcasing his reliability as a kicker.

Browns kicker Dustin Hopkins will miss Thursday night's game against the Jets due to a hamstring injury. Riley Patterson will be filling in for him, but he is not recommended as a strong fantasy option.

The Cleveland Browns have signed kicker Riley Patterson to their practice squad. Patterson will serve as a backup option in case starting kicker Dustin Hopkins is unable to play due to a hamstring injury. Patterson was recently released by the Detroit Lions after struggling with extra point attempts, but he has been successful on 15 of 17 field goal attempts this season.

Lions kicker Riley Patterson will be a healthy scratch for tonight's game against the Broncos. Michael Badgley, who was promoted from the practice squad, will start in his place. Fantasy owners can consider Badgley as a replacement for Patterson.