News: The Steelers made some roster moves one day after Saturday's preseason game against the Falcons. The players who were let go include TE Vaughn Charlton, WRs Eric Greenwood and Kenneth Moore, and CB Kevin Dockery. TE Miguel Chavis was waived/injured.
Analysis: None of these players were expected to make a big Fantasy impact even if they cracked the 53-man roster. Ignore them on Draft Day.
News: The Steelers signed DBs Kevin Dockery and Macho Harris, letting go of Limas Sweed and TE Eugene Bright in the process.
Analysis: None of these guys are or were reliable Fantasy options, so keep them off rosters.
News: Rams DB Kevin Dockery intercepted Chiefs QB Matt Cassel in the first quarter of Week 15's loss. He also made a pair of tackles in the game.
Analysis: The interception was Dockery's first of the season, as he capitalized on a shaky early performance from Cassel, who made his return from an appendectomy. Dockery hasn't produced much otherwise this season, so owners can continue to ignore him for Fantasy purposes.
News: The Rams re-signed DB Kevin Dockery on Tuesday.
Analysis: Dockery was cut heading into Week 3 because the Rams needed his roster spot for a healthy DB while Dockery dealt with a hamstring problem. The former Giant will continue to see limited playing time with St. Louis and remains a non-factor in Fantasy play.
News: The Giants have listed their inactives for Week 12 at Denver, including WR Ramses Barden, CB D.J. Johnson, CB Kevin Dockey and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of these players are worth using when active. Ignore them in all leagues.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 11 against Atlanta: WR Ramses Barden, DB D.J. Johnson, RB Gartrell Johnson, DB Kevin Dockery, LB Antonio Pierce and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: Aside from Pierce, none of the players listed are expected to have any Fantasy appeal. Leave them on waivers in all leagues until further notice.
News: Giants coach Tom Coughlin said Monday cornerbacks Aaron Ross and Kevin Dockery, out the first three games with hamstring injuries, are expected to practice this week. They could play in Week 4 at Kansas City.
Analysis: Keep an eye on what happens with Ross and Dockery, and the Giants could use some help in the secondary with safety Kenny Phillips (knee) out for the season. Ross and Dockery have minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues, but their return would bolster an already stout Giants DST, which should be considered a must-start against the Chiefs.
News: The Giants have listed the inactives for their Week 3 game at Tampa Bay: RB Danny Ware, CB Aaron Ross, CB Kevin Dockery, WR Domenik Hixon, WR Hakeem Nicks, LB Clint Sintim, DT Chris Canty.
Analysis: Hixon and Nicks are the only real Fantasy-viable names in this group, but neither was really expected to play this week. Bench them in all formats and ignore the rest of these guys.
News: Pro Bowl defensive end Justin Tuck is questionable for the Giants' game this weekend against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tuck hurt his left shoulder last Sunday night against the Cowboys and has not practiced all week. Coach Tom Coughlin said Friday he was 50-50 for the game and he didn't practice on Friday. Coughlin also said defensive tackle Chris Canty (calf), linebacker Clint Sintim (groin) and cornerback Aaron Ross (hamstring) would not play. Cornerback Kevin Dockery (hamstring) is questionable.
Analysis: Of these defenders, Tuck is the only one worth starting when healthy, and we'll know whether or not he'll play on Sunday morning. The rest of these players don't warrant Fantasy use.
News: Safety Kenny Phillips' season with the New York Giants ended just days after the best game of his career. Phillips, who had two interceptions in Sunday night's win over Dallas, was placed on injured reserve by the Giants (2-0) on Thursday because of an unhealthy left knee. The team also announced it was awarded safety Aaron Rouse off waivers from Green Bay. Phillips had been bothered by the knee since training camp. An MRI on Wednesday revealed that the patella femoral arthritis in his knee has worsened. A final determination has not yet been made on how to treat the condition. Phillips was leading the team in interceptions (2) and tackles (16) and was tied for the lead in passes defended (2). With Phillips out, C.C. Brown will start Sunday at Tampa Bay. Rouse, 6-4 and 227 pounds, had nine tackles in Green Bay's 31-24 loss to Cincinnati last week. He had three solo tackles in the season-opening victory over Chicago. Injuries in the secondary have become a concern for the Giants. Cornerbacks Aaron Ross and Kevin Dockery missed the opening two games with hamstring injuries and don't appear ready to play this weekend.
Analysis: It's safe to release Phillips in all IDP leagues and hope he can return at 100 percent in 2010. When healthy, he is worth using as a No. 3 DB. Keep an eye on Brown's play against the Bucs, and maybe he can be a suitable replacement for Phillips. Rouse has minimal value heading into Week 3, and hopefully Ross and Dockery can return soon. The Giants DST is still worth starting against the Bucs this week.
News: The Giants inactives for Week 2 at Dallas are RB Danny Ware, DB Aaron Ross, DB Kevin Dockery, WR Hakeem Nicks, LB Clint Sintim and DL Chris Canty.
Analysis: Keep all of these players reserved for Week 2 against the Cowboys. Nicks and Ware are expected to be out at least another week due to injury, and Ross should also return soon when healthy.
News: Giants coach Tom Coughlin said starting safety Kenny Phillips (knee) and cornerback Kevin Dockery (hamstring) sat out Friday's practice. Phillips had returned on a limited basis Thursday after sitting out, while Dockery had been practicing on a limited basis. Both are questionable for Week 2 against the Cowboys.
Analysis: Neither defender is worth using in Fantasy play, so keep them both off of rosters for now.
News: The Giants' list of inactives for Week 1 against the Redskins includes DB Aaron Ross, WR Ramses Barden, DB Kevin Dockery, DL Leger Douzable and LB Clint Sintim.
Analysis: None of these players contributes enough statistically to matter in Fantasy even when active. Leave them on waivers for Week 2 at Dallas.
News: Cornerback Kevin Dockery signed a one-year free agent tender for $1.54 million on Monday, agent Drew Rosenhaus said Monday in an e-mail. Dockery had 36 tackles and an interception in 13 games last season. The 25-year-old former Mississippi State product also returned a blocked field goal 71 yards for a touchdown in a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in December. Dockery had until the end of the week to sign the offer. The Giants tendered Dockery, a restricted free agent, at a second-round level. Dockery made the Giants as a free agent in 2006. He has been a backup to Corey Webster and Aaron Ross the past two seasons.
Analysis: Dockery isn't expected to contribute a lot of stats in 2009, making him useless for Fantasy play.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery recorded only three tackles -- two solo -- Week 14 against the Eagles. He did return a blocked kick 71 yards for a touchdown, though, in the second quarter.
Analysis: Dockery has only one interception on the season and has little value in Fantasy IDP leagues. Leave him on waivers despite this rare touchdown.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery (back) and LB Gerris Wilkinson (knee) have both been ruled out for Week 10 at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Neither Dockery or Wilkinson are starters for the Giants when healthy and are far more valuable to their real team than Fantasy owners. Continue to ignore them heading into Week 10.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 9 vs. Dallas: K Lawrence Tynes (coach's decision), DB R.W. McQuarters (coach's decision), RB Danny Ware (coach's decision), DB Kevin Dockery (back), LB Gerris Wilkinson (knee), WR Mario Manningham (coach's decision) and DL Jerome McDougle (coach's decision).
Analysis: Aside from possibly Tynes down the stretch if he returns, none of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery (back) and LB Gerris Wilkinson (knee) have been ruled out for Week 9 vs. Dallas.
Analysis: Dockery and Wilkinson are more important to the Giants than Fantasy owners when healthy. They will hardly be missed Week 9 and can still be left off most IDP rosters.
News: Giants CB Kevin Dockery injured his back late in the second quarter of Week 8 at Pittsburgh and did not return.
Analysis: Dockery gets a good amount of playing time in nickle and dime situations, but is not a productive Fantasy DB in IDP formats. Leave him on the waiver wire.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery (hip flexor) practiced for the second straight day Friday as the team prepares for Super Bowl XLII against the Patriots. The team officially lists him as probable.
Analysis: Dockery is expected to play in the Super Bowl. He played a lot in nickel situations or when a starter went down with an injury in 2007. He is not a starter and is not projected to be one in 2008. He has no Fantasy value heading into the 2008 season.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery (hip flexor) went through limited practice reps Wednesday, but returned to a full routine Thursday as the team prepares for Super Bowl XLII. Dockery played in 13 regular season games for the Giants, recording 46 tackles and zero interceptions.
Analysis: Dockery is expected to play in the Super Bowl. He played a lot in nickel situations or when a starter went down with an injury in 2007. He is not a starter and is not projected to be one in 2008. He has no Fantasy value heading into the 2008 season.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery (hip flexor) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Super Bowl XLII. Dockery played in 13 regular season games for the Giants, recording 46 tackles and zero interceptions.
Analysis: Dockery played a lot in nickel situations or when a starter went down with an injury in 2007. He is not a starter and is not projected to be one in 2008. He has no Fantasy value heading into the 2008 season.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 16 at Buffalo: QB Jared Lorenzen (3rd QB), DL Manuel Wright (ankle), WR David Tyree (coach's decision), RB Danny Ware (coach's decision), WR Sinorice Moss (back), TE Jerome Collins (coach's decision).
Analysis: None of the players on this list are currently in a situation to help Fantasy owners. Leave them on the waiver wire until further notice.
News: Notable Giants defenders from Week 11 at Detroit include: LB Antonio Pierce (10 total tackles, forced fumble), DE Michael Strahan (six total tackles, three sacks) and DB Gibril Wilson (four total tackles, interception). CBs James Butler and Sam Madison added interceptions, and Madison and CB Kevin Dockery had forced fumbles.
Analysis: Only Pierce, Strahan and Wilson are worth using in IDP leagues. The Giants host the Vikings in Week 12.
News: The Giants listed QB Anthony Wright (third QB), RB Brandon Jacobs (knee), LB Gerris Wilkinson (knee), DB Kevin Dockery (ankle), WR David Tyree (wrist) and DL Russell Davis (coach's decision) as inactive for Week 2 vs. Green Bay.
Analysis: Jacobs is the team's starting running back when healthy, but he is expected to miss at least another week or two and Derrick Ward will start in his place in the meantime. The other players on this list are not worthy of owning in a Fantasy league at this time.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery (head) was able to play during Saturday's preseason game against the Panthers. He had five total tackles -- three solo -- with no sacks and no interceptions.
Analysis: Dockery isn't expected to contribute a lot of stats in 2007, making him useless for Fantasy play.
News: Giants cornerback Kevin Dockery continues to be sidelined with a concussion sustained over the weekend. "Last night the doctor said it is probably going to be day-to-day," coach Tom Coughlin said. "It could be a while or it could be that he wakes up and feels better. But even when he does say he feels better, he is going to have to go through those tests to prove that he is ready to go."
Analysis: Dockery isn't expected to contribute a lot of stats in 2007, making him useless for Fantasy play.
News: Giants DB Kevin Dockery (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wild Card game at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Dockery has no Fantasy value in Fantasy postseason leagues and will likely have no value in Fantasy IDP leagues next season.
News: The following Giants were inactive for Week 1 against the Colts: QB 8 Tim Hasselbeck (3rd QB), RB 34 Derrick Ward, CB 35 Kevin Dockery, LB 54 Brandon Short, OL 74 N.Goddard, DT 75 Jonas Seawright, T 79 G.Whimper, WR 83 Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of these players are expected to have any value in Week 2 at Philadelphia.
News: The New York Giants have QB Tim Hasselbeck, RB Derrick Ward (foot), CB Kevin Dockery, DL Brandon Short, OL Na'Shan Goddard, DT Jonas Seawright, T Guy Whimper and WR Sinorice Moss (quadriceps) inactive for Week 1 against Indianapolis.
Analysis: None of the inactive players for the Giants are recommended Fantasy options, so no real loss for owners for the opening game.
News: There are three defensive players, all undrafted rookie free agents, who seem to have impressed the coaches enough to make it through the first cut. They are cornerbacks E.J. Underwood and Kevin Dockery and LB Nick McNeil. Another veteran who has made serious inroads to the final roster is three-year veteran CB Frank Walker, who finally seems to have his game (and his emotions) under control.
Analysis: Despite his progress in training camp, he is not a viable IDP option. Ignore him in those formats.
