Cardinals | DEs like potential in new scheme

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DEs Calais Campbell and Darnell Dockett have expressed optimism over their potential in Todd Bowles' defense. Though the coordinator said there isn't a dramatic difference in the new 3-4, which replaces Ray Horton's from last year, they're changing from two-gap DE attacks to one-gap, opening them up for more outside attacks on offensive linemen instead of merely taking up space.

Cardinals | DEs excited

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DEs Darnell Dockett and Calais Campbell are excited about defensive coordinator Todd Bowles scheme. They believe the new approach will give both ends a chance to make a difference.

Cardinals | Could move Darnell Dockett around

Source: Footballguys.com

The Arizona Cardinals could move DL Darnell Dockett around in the 3-4 defense to help play to his strengths, according to Darren Urban of AzCardinals.com.

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett would have asked for trade if HC change

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett said he would have asked for a trade if former head coach Ken Whisenhunt remained with the team but is happy with the role head coach Bruce Arians has envisions for him. '(Arians) told me he is going to put me in my regular position that I had been playing over the years, (when) I was a dominant force in the middle,' Dockett said. 'That got me fired up right away because I've been just looking for another opportunity to do what I do best, and that's go out and dominate games.'

Cardinals DT Dockett almost requested trade - Darnell Dockett | ARZ

Source: Rotoworld Football

Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett said he would have asked for a trade had Ken Whisenhunt returned as head coach.

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett fine update

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett was fined $200,000 for conduct detrimental to the team, according to a source briefed on the fine.

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett fined six figures

Source: Footballguys.com

The Arizona Cardinals fined DT Darnell Dockett an undisclosed amount for his on-field altercation with DB Kerry Rhodes in Week 13. The fine from the organization is reportedly six figures, and he might have a limited role in the Week 14 game against the Seattle Seahawks.

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett might face discipline

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DL Darnell Dockett and FS Kerry Rhodes had an on-field incident in Week 13 near the end of the game, and it will likely lead to disciplinary action being taken towards Dockett. 'We generally prefer to keep internal matters like that within the team and not discuss them publicly,' head coach Ken Whisenhunt said Monday, Dec. 3. 'I think we're going to continue to do that going forward.'

Cardinals | Six players listed as probable

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals FB Anthony Sherman (knee), TE Jim Dray (knee), OT D'Anthony Batiste (toe), DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), CB Jamell Fleming (back) and LS Mike Leach (back) are listed as probable for Week 9. Leach was limited during practice Friday, Nov. 2, while the other five fully participated.

Cardinals | Five practice in full

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Arizona Cardinals OT D'Anthony Batiste (toe), DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), CB Jamell Fleming (back) and FB Anthony Sherman (knee) practiced in full Thursday, Nov. 1.

Cardinals | Five practice in full

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals OT D'Anthony Batiste (toe), DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), CB Jamell Fleming (back) and FB Anthony Sherman (knee) practiced in full Wednesday, Oct. 31.

Cardinals | Six limited in practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), CB Jamell Fleming (back), TE Todd Heap (knee), S Kerry Rhodes (back) and FB Anthony Sherman (knee) were each limited in practice Saturday, Oct. 27. Dockett is listed as probable for the Week 8 game against the San Francisco 49ers Monday, Oct. 29, while the other five are considered questionable.

Cardinals | Seven limited

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), TE Todd Heap (knee), S Kerry Rhodes (back), S James Sanders (knee), RB Anthony Sherman (knee) and OG Adam Snyder (quadriceps) were limited in practice Thursday, Oct. 25.

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett ready to roll

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) said Friday, Oct. 19, that he is at full strength heading into the Week 7 game against the Minnesota Vikings. He has been back for the past two games, but hasn't been particularly effective.

Week 7 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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Both Jeremy Mincey and Matt Shaughnessy have terrific matchups as the Jaguars and Raiders face off in Oakland this week. Both have had their ups and downs in their careers but we should put them in the lineup this week.

When playing, Shaughnessy has proven to be a DL1 option and we should expect that production going forward.

Mincey on the other hand, had a disappointing day against the Bears, but the Jaguars fell behind early and it put the Bears in a situation to run more high percentage plays, and unfortunately Mincey didn’t get it done in tackles. That can happen even to the best defensive linemen so consider it just a bad day and get him in the lineup

Cardinals | Five limited

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals CB Michael Adams (hamstring), DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), LB Quentin Groves (hamstring), TE Todd Heap (knee) and LB O'Brien Schofield (knee) were listed as limited participants in practice Wednesday, Oct. 17.

Cardinals | Six questionable for Week 6

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), LB Quentin Groves (hamstring), TE Todd Heap (knee), and LB O'Brien Schofield (knee) all were limited in practice Friday, Oct. 12, and are questionable for the team's Week 6 game. LB Paris Lenon (knee) fully participated in practice and is questionable.

Cardinals | Four players limited

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Arizona Cardinals TE Jim Dray (knee), TE Todd Heap (knee), DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) and LB O'Brien Schofield (knee) were limited during practice Thursday, Oct. 11.

Week 6 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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This continues to be a frustrating season for defensive linemen that were considered elite on draft day. Over the years it’s been sound advice to go after one of the top options at this position as your first IDP selection because of the inconsistency at the position overall.

Grab a Jared Allen, Jason Pierre-Paul or Trent Cole and usually that means a no brainier to start weekly. Unfortunately that hasn’t been the case in 2012.

Cole and Jason Babin are struggling as the Eagles prefer to use a rotation on the line. Pierre-Paul was a super star last year and still is today, but unfortunately everyone team in the league knows that now and will continue to

Darnell Dockett - Cards' DE Dockett expected to play

Source: The Huddle

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) is expected to play in Week 5 despite being listed as questionable.
Huddle Up: Good news for those starting the Cards' defense tonight. Dockett sat out in Week 4, and part coincidence or not, the Cards had their worst defensive game of the season as rookie QB Ryan Tannehill and the Miami Dolphins almost pulled off a road upset.

Darnell Dockett - Cards' Dockett expected to play

Source: The Huddle

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) is expected to play in Week 5 despite being listed as questionable.
Huddle Up: Good news for those starting the Cards' defense tonight. Dockett sat out in Week 4, and part coincidence or not, the Cards had one of their worst defensive games of the season as rookie QB Ryan Tannehill and the Miami Dolphins almost pulled off a road upset.

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett expected to play

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) is expected to play in Week 5 despite being listed as questionable.

Cardinals | Eight listed as limited participants

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), LB Paris Lenon (knee), LB O'Brien Schofield (knee), FB Anthony Sherman (hamstring), OG Adam Snyder (elbow), RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (hip) and DT Dan Williams (foot) were each listed as limited participants for practice Tuesday, Oct. 2.

Cardinals | Six limited in practice

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Arizona Cardinals DL Darnell Dockett (hamstring), LB Paris Lenon (knee), LB O'Brien Schofield (knee), FB Anthony Sherman (hamstring), OT Adam Snyder (elbow) and NT Dan Williams (foot) were each limited in practice Monday, Oct. 1.

Cardinals | Week 4 Inactives

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The Arizona Cardinals have declared DL Darnell Dockett, TE Jim Dray, QB John Skelton, RB LaRod Stephens-Howling, WR LaRon Byrd, OT Senio Kelemete, TE Todd Heap inactive for Week 4. Our View: Look for a big Ryan Williams workload and some William Powell appearances today with Stephens-Howling out.

Cardinals | Four doubtful

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), TE Todd Heap (knee) and RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (hip) did not practice Friday, Sept. 28, and are doubtful for Week 4.

Cardinals | Four players miss practice

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Arizona Cardinals RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (hip), TE Jim Dray (knee), TE Todd Heap (knee) and DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 27.

Cardinals | Five miss practice

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Arizona Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring), TE Jim Dray (knee), TE Todd Heap (knee), FB Anthony Sherman (hamstring) and RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (groin) did not practice Wednesday, Sept. 26.

Beanie Wells - No Monday update on injured Cards

Source: The Huddle

Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt did not have updates on RB Beanie Wells (toe) or DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) after both suffered injuries Week 3.
Huddle Up: Wells only had 8 rushing attempts for 18 yards in Sunday's 27-6 win over the Eagles and said afterward he was hampered by turf toe. Meanwhile, backfield mate Ryan Williams shouldered the load and finished with 83 yards on 18 rushes.

Cardinals | No updates on two injured players

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt did not have updates on RB Beanie Wells (toe) or DT Darnell Dockett (hamstring) after both suffered injuries Week 3.

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett nursing hamstring injury

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DL Darnell Dockett (hamstring) left the Week 3 game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a strained right hamstring.

Breakfast Table: The Autumn Wind is a Raider

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

From: Michael Salfino
Date: Wed, Sep 19, 2012 at 9:54 AM
Subject: Week 3 Breakfast
To: Scott Pianowski

Okay, maybe I jumped the gun on a bunch of things. I thought the Peyton Manning issue was decided and then he looked beyond awful throwing the ball early in the Denver game. And then he rallied. Things with him suddenly seem more gray than black and white. And I buried the Browns offense and Brandon Weeden too early, too.

The seemingly fast development of all the rookie quarterbacks is

Week 3 IDP DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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We knew coming into the season the Titans were projected to be thin on the depth chart behind Derrick Morgan and Kamerion Wimbley at defensive end. Both are off to good starts this season and with the Titans defense on the field with regularity, we should look to them as weekly starters.

Both defensive ends were interesting stories coming into this season, but Morgan was the player whom I watched closely in the preseason. Week one, Morgan didn’t look great but came away with a sack against the Seahawks. That said, his intensity off the ball was much better against the Buccaneers and Cardinals.

It appears he looks all the way back from a torn ACL injury from the

IDP – Week 1 DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Talk about a great kickoff weekend for defensive linemen as many of the top-flight studs have favorable matchups. To get the party started we have Jason Pierre-Paul, Just Tuck and Osi Umenyiora will face off against a Cowboys offensive line that has serious continuity issues.

Not good for Tony Romo, and even if the veteran quarterback is precise with his pre-snap reads it’s likely he will have a few busted plays and these lineman will re-introduce him to the Giants home field, literally.

Speaking of MetLife Stadium, the Jets will also host a home game this weekend as Mario Williams and the Bills imposing front four come to town. Look for Williams and Mark Anderson to harass Mark Sanchez as the Jets right tackle

Defensive Linemen – 2012 IDP Projected Stats

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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Last year Jabaal Sheard broke onto the scene and put together an unexpected DL2 performance for IDP fantasy owners. Could Andre Branch be the second coming?

Only time will tell, but it appears he will earn a three down role right away, and while he probably won’t play the same high snap count we saw from Sheard, his prospects of a breakout rookie year are encouraging.

With emerging star Jeremy Mincey playing opposite bookend, expect opposing offenses to focus on the veteran is the first option for double teams and chips.

Branch was one of the better pass rushers in college last year, and while I don’t expect him to reach double digits, he was brought into Jacksonville

Fantasy Football 2012: Safest Picks to Secure Championship Success

Source: Bleacher Report NFL

Despite the 2012 NFL season not kicking off until September, it's never too early to start thinking fantasy football. After all, it makes watching pro football immensely more enjoyable and provides you with the opportunity of talking even more smack to your friends.

As for winning a championship, you have to get at least a couple of players that are safely reliable picks throughout the draft. We'll begin with Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers, because he was the 2011 NFL MVP and finished the regular season with 122.5 rating.

Along with Rodgers though, there are some other notable names as well

Fantasy Football 2012: Safest Picks to Secure Championship Success

Source: Bleacher Report NFL

Despite the 2012 NFL season not kicking off until September, it's never too early to start thinking fantasy football. After all, it makes watching pro football immensely more enjoyable and provides you with the opportunity of talking even more smack to your friends.

As for winning a championship, you have to get at least a couple of players that are safely reliable picks throughout the draft. We'll begin with Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers, because he was the 2011 NFL MVP and finished the regular season with 122.5 rating.

Along with Rodgers though, there are some other notable names as well

Cardinals | Darnell Dockett fined

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DL Darnell Dockett was fined $15,000 Friday, Dec. 30, for an illegal hit on Cincinnati Bengals QB Andy Dalton in Week 16. He was fined another $15,000 for a horse-collar tackle on RB Bernard Scott in the same game.

Week 16 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Mark Anderson vs. Dolphins -

With Andre Carter lost for the season, expect Mark Anderson to see an up tick in his snap count, as he came through with another great performance against the Broncos with two sacks, a forced fumble and a recovery. With the Dolphins coming to town, Anderson should have at least a DL-2 worthy performance as Tom Brady should build up a lead, and allow Anderson to focus on getting to the quarterback, just like last week.

Justin Tuck @ Jets -

Perhaps I would be better off, just saying nothing about Justin Tuck because a few weeks ago I recommended him as a worthy start against the Cowboys, and then he fell to injury, during the game. As soon as I was ready to wright-off Tuck for good this

Week 15 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Terrell Suggs @ Chargers, Jason Pierre-Paul vs. Redskins -

Last week had some massive days from defensive lineman but Terrell Suggs and Jason Pierre-Paul probably top the list in my book, and surprise, both have terrific matchups this week. T-Sizzle gets to face a busted up Chargers offensive line that is sure to give up some easy opportunities, as Rivers holds the football, waiting for his receivers to get open down the field.

JPP gets to take on the Redskins and Rex Grossman with Osi Umenyiora out, and Justin Tuck out or limited by a foot injury, suffered last week. Both have the type of matchups that can help you advance to the Super Bowl, as they could be in-store for 20 point performances in Big Play leagues, once

Cardinals | Two practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals CB Michael Adams (hamstring) and DL Darnell Dockett (quadriceps) practiced in full Thursday, Dec. 8.

Week 14 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Justin Tuck @ Cowboys –

The former DL-1 stud put up another five tackle performance against the Packers last week, and he finally found his way to the quarterback for the first time in over a month. No, I wouldn’t go as far as to say that Tuck had the kind of performance that would make me believe he’s a DL-1 play going forward, but he’s worthy of using in your lineup.

What I can say is that Tuck probably looked as good on video as he has in awhile and that could suggest he’s ready to have a breakout game soon. This week the Giants will be in an all-important division game against the Cowboys, and Tuck is worthy of a DL-2 ranking, as he should have opportunities against an offensive line that made the Cardinals

Week 13 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Elvis Dumervil @ Vikings -

Finally, the stretch of games we’ve been waiting for from Elvis Dumervil as put up over one sack in each of his past two games, and at least half a sack in the past four weeks. Looking healthy, Dumervil may be counted on as the teams top pass rusher this week, if Von Miller can’t play because of thumb surgery, the Broncos will need their star defensive end to continue playing at a Pro Bowl level to win.

That’s likely to happen against a rookie quarterback in Christian Ponder, so get Dumervil in the lineup as a weekly starter going forward.

Last Update – Nov. 30th

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Cardinals | Three probable

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals DL Darnell Dockett (groin), LB Paris Lenon (groin) and RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (shoulder) practiced in full Friday, Nov. 25, and are probable for Week 12.

Cardinals | Three fully practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (shoulder), DT Darnell Dockett (groin) and LB Paris Lenon (groin) fully participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 24.

Week 12 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Chris Clemons vs. Redskins -

In the world that is defensive linemen, a good pass rusher can have a horrible stretch of games, but he’s only one matchup away from an explosion and that was the case for Chris Clemons last week. Clemons was actually on my sit’em list last week, not because of his tasty matchup against the Rams, but more because of his failure to get much done in recent weeks.

Like Jason Babin, Clemons made me look foolish for doubting him as his big-play ability stepped up with three sacks, and he’s clearly a start against Rex Grossman at home. Clemons relies on the big-play to get his points, but the same can be said for many linemen in IDP leagues.

Usually when we see a good pass rusher

Week 11 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Charles Johnson, Greg Hardy @ Lions -

While Charles Johnson has put up a sack in just about every game this year, he’s been a disappointment in his tackle numbers to say the least. Johnson was one of the better defensive ends for tackles last year, but he’s still worth using as is fellow defensive end Greg Hardy this week. The Lions will likely try to run the football more this week, but don’t be surprised if they throw the football over 60 percent of the time, and that means opportunities for Hardy and Johnson in the pass rush.

Jeremy Mincey @ Browns –

The breakout year continues after showing flashes towards the end of the 2010 season, as Jeremy Mincey is playing like a DL-1 over the past month. Another

Week 10 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Marcell Dareus @ Cowboys –

Since moving to defensive tackle a couple of weeks ago, rookie Marcell Dareus has become the impact player we hoped he would be coming out of Alabama. Playing with confidence, Dareus has put together DL-1 type numbers, especially for tackle heavy leagues. Veteran tackle Kyle Williams is done for the year, leaving Dareus likely to stay on the inside for the remainder of the season, and that is a good thing for his IDP value.

Williams was always a productive player in the Bills defense over the years, and Dareus should have no problems averaging at least five tackles a week, with some big plays sprinkled in. Consider him one of the better tackles to start if you use that position in your league,

Week 9 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Justin Tuck @ Patriots –

For all the success Justin Tuck had a year ago, the big man has had a hard time playing at full speed with lingering injury problems this year. Tuck finally returned to action last week but failed to get much done as he only totaled one tackle but did pick up half a sack.

The Giants head out to New England to face an opponent they know very well, as Tom Brady was harassed by Tuck and fellow linemen in the 2008 Super Bowl. Pressure on Brady was the key to winning that game, and I’m sure the Giants will look to do it again.

While Tuck could have a strong game, it’s likely that he’s just a DL-3 play at best until we can actually see him look like the defender we’ve come to know in

Week 8 IDP – DL Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Chris Clemons vs Bengals –

Last year Chris Clemons seemingly broke out of nowhere as he was basically an irrelevant defensive linemen for IDP fantasy until he won a starting job with the Seahawks. Sure, Clemons did have eight sacks with the Raiders back in 2007, but he was basically used one passing downs and totaled a mire 20 tackles on the season.

Not only did Clemons post a career high eleven sacks last year, but as a starter, he compiled 48 tackles as well. This year Clemons is proving that last year was no fluke as he already has six sacks on the year, and twenty tackles. Look to Clemons as a must play this week as he’s fresh off back to back multi-sack performances and gets rookie Andy Dalton in Seattle this