Clark won't play in Denver: Pittsburgh DB Ryan Clark will not be able to play on Sunday in the AFC Wild Card game at Denver. Clark has a sickle cell trait and cannot play football in the high altitude of Denver. In 2007, Clark lost his spleen, gall bladder and 30 pounds after playing football at a high altitude plus playing with the sickle-cell trait in Denver. Clark consulted a doctor recently, who helped make the decision for him not to play. (Updated 01/03/2012)
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Fantasy Analysis
Clark had 100 tackles on the season for the Steelers' defense to go with a sack and an interception. He is a solid Fantasy option in IDP formats. That said, owners need to avoid him in playoff leagues due to his condition. (Updated 01/03/2012).
Ryan Clark played fairly well last season, totaling 90 tackles with two interceptions and seven passes defensed. He typically doesn't contribute a ton of stats but his tackle totals are fairly good. Think of him as a low-end No. 3 Fantasy DB in deeper leagues and a quality one-week replacement option in standard IDP play. (Updated 5/2/11)
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