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Tavecchio converted all three of his extra-point tries during Sunday's 21-14 win over the Broncos, but he also missed a 35-yard field-goal attempt.

Tavecchio has remained reliable on extra-point attempts for the Raiders this season, but he's now missed three of his last six field-goal tries dating back to Week 7. Oakland's offense might be without its top two receivers in Michael Crabtree and Amari Cooper (ankle, concussion) against the Giants this week, which could ultimately limit the team's overall scoring chances. Either way, Tavecchio has not been a very consistent source of fantasy production.

Elliott was successful on his lone field-goal attempt and perfect on four extra points in Sunday's 31-3 win over the Bears.

Just one 45-yard attempt was an ideal way to get back into the groove for Elliott, who left early in Week 11 due to a concussion. Recently assured by coach Doug Pederson that he'll keep the job even when Caleb Sturgis is healthy, the Memphis product remains one of the top kickers in fantasy going forward.

Gano made all three of his field-goal attempts (40, 33 and 45 yards) but missed his only extra-point try in Sunday's 35-27 win over the Jets.

Gano's failed extra point marked just his third missed kick of any variety this season. Through 11 games, he sports an admirable 90 points.

Boswell converted two of three PAT and his lone field-goal (53) in Pittsburgh's 31-28 win over Green Bay Sunday night.

After missing just one PAT in 78 tries during the first 35 games of his career, Boswell has missed two of his last eight attempts in the past three games. Still, he was able to redeem himself by making a 53-yard field goal, tying the record for the longest field goal in Heinz Field history, as time ran out to secure the win. His next game is against the Bengals, who he burned for 17 points earlier this season, and who allow the third most points to opposing kickers.

Prater converted all three of his field-goal attempts and both PATs during Thursday's 30-23 loss to the Vikings.

Prater was his normal, accurate self Thursday and still hasn't missed from within the confines of Ford Field this season. Furthermore, he's now attempted a kick from 50 yards or longer in nine of 11 games while making seven of 10 from that range. As one of the highest-upside kickers in fantasy, plug Prater into fantasy lineups with confidence for the Lions' Week 13 matchup with the Ravens.

Elliott was cleared from the concussion protocol Friday morning, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Elliott put in a full practice Thursday, so clearing the concussion protocol was the last hurdle he needed to cross before being given the green light to play in Week 12. He will have a favorable matchup this week, squaring off against a Bears team that allowed opposing kickers to total seven field goals -- three between 40-49 yards and two from 50 yards and beyond -- and seven extra points over its last three games.

Elliott (concussion) practiced in full Thursday.

Although an uncapped session is a positive development, the Eagles quickly put to rest any assumption about Elliott's health, stating he's "still in the league's concussion protocol." Clearly, progressing from limited to full participation within one day is in line with the fourth stage of the protocol, but he must receive clearance from an independent neurologist in order to suit up Sunday versus the Bears. Fortunately for Elliott, he has two days remaining to achieve that goal.

Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said Wednesday that Elliott (concussion) is on track to play Sunday against the Bears, Les Bowen of the Philadelphia Daily News reports. "Everything is looking good for [Elliott], where he's at right now," Pederson said. "I do believe that, and I feel in the bottom of my heart, that Jake will be ready [for Sunday]."

Elliott sustained a head injury during the opening kickoff of the Week 11 win over Dallas, hitting helmets with Cowboys returner Ryan Switzer and forcing the Eagles to attempt two-point conversions on each of their four second-half touchdowns. With a limited showing Wednesday and attendance at meetings, Elliott has achieved his baseline on neurological testing. However, his final hurdles will be increasing his workload in practice and gaining clearance from an independent neurologist in order to play this weekend.

Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said he still has confidence in Walsh, who came up short on a 52-yard field goal attempt that would've tied the score in the final seconds of Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Falcons, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

Walsh converted his other three attempts, but he previously went 0 for 3 in a 17-14 loss to the Redskins in Week 9. His track record suggests he should be on a short leash, which ultimately may be the case as the season progresses. Another poor outing could inspire the Seahawks to bring in other kickers for workouts, but Walsh will at least get another shot Week 12 in San Francisco.

Elliott (concussion) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Elliott made a surprise appearance Wednesday, wearing his helmet and taking part in kicking drills. The Eagles listed him as limited, though, as he remains embedded in the concussion protocol. He must receive clearance from an independent neurologist in order to play Sunday against the Bears, but the team has yet to bring in another kicker this week, signaling there's hope for Elliott to overcome the head injury without missing any action.