Polamalu leads the way for Pitt: Steelers DB Troy Polamalu led his team in tackles in Week 15 against the 49ers. He recorded seven solo tackles in the 20-3 loss. (Updated 12/20/2011)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/26/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Polamalu, who entered Monday with a hamstring injury, now has 83 tackles on the year with one sack and an interception. While some of his numbers are down from years past, he is a well-rounded Fantasy option that should remain active in all IDP formats down the stretch. (Updated 12/20/2011).
05/20/2012 12:37 Got a (Big) Nickel? You'll need one to combat hybrid offenses this fall
The defense was introduced by Bill Belichick, but it's the Patriots offense that's sparking a revival. Pat Kirwan looks at the Big Nickel, where an extra safety is the key, and how your team might need it to thwart new hybrid attacks.
Fantasy owners are hoping for another full season out of Troy Polamalu after what he did in 16 games in 2011. Polamalu posted a six-year high with 91 total tackles, adding 14 passes defensed and a pair of interceptions with a sack. Though he's had bigger and better numbers in the past, Polamalu's 2011 season is considered a success if only because he played 16 games and got close to 100 total tackles. That's what you can hope for from him, making him a high-risk, high-reward defensive back. You're best off considering Polamalu as a replaceable No. 2 Fantasy defensive back -- if he gets hurt, make sure you have someone capable to replace him. He's only worth a middle- to late-round pick at best -- don't be the owner who takes him with a middle-round choice. (Updated 4/24/12)
