News: Lions DB Eric Wright recorded his second interception of the season Week 7 against the Falcons, stepping in front of a Matt Ryan pass in the first quarter. He also had four tackles, all solo.
Analysis: Wright is in his first year with the Lions after four with the Browns. He has never been a reliable source of interceptions, so he'll need a few more games like this one to emerge as more than a low-end option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Lions DB Eric Wright has officially been ruled active for Week 5 against the Bears. Wright, who has been dealing with a groin injury, was able to practice in full throughout the week.
Analysis: Wright hasn't missed any playing time this season and that trend continued on Monday night. The 26-year-old is averaging five tackles per game and has picked off one pass. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Detroit DB Eric Wright is considered probable for Week 5 against Chicago with a nagging groin injury. Wright practiced in full throughout the week in preparation for the NFC North showdown and is expected to play Monday night.
Analysis: Wright hasn't missed any playing time this season and is likely to be in the starting lineup Monday, barring any setbacks. The 26-year-old is averaging five tackles per game and has picked off one pass. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Detroit DB Eric Wright left Saturday's practice on a cart for unknown reasons, according to MLive.com. Wright, who signed with the Lions as a free agent this offseason, has been recovering from flu-like symptoms that caused him to also miss Thursday's session.
Analysis: With temperatures rising during mid-day in Detroit, Wright may have been bothered by the heat and became dehydrated. He likely won't miss much playing time as he enters his fifth NFL season. Wright tallied 42 tackles and an interception while dealing with a leg injury in a career-low 13 games for Cleveland last year. He has posted some decent stats in recent years, but makes for a low-end option in upcoming IDP Fantasy drafts.
News: Multiple sources reported Thursday that the Lions were able to agree to a deal with former Browns DB Eric Wright, though terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed. Wright missed the final two games of last season with a left leg injury, but he is expected t be fine for 2011. He had 42 tackles and an interception in 13 games for Cleveland before the injury.
Analysis: Wright had somewhat of a down year after a pair of solid campaign in 2008 and 2009 when he totaled seven interceptions. The Lions felt that he could get back to that point, so they rewarded him with a deal just as training camp got underway. Wright provides an immediate upgrade defensively and he should be able to start without much competition. Fantasy owners should look to him as a marginal value at best in IDP formats until he proves otherwise with his new club.
News: Cleveland DB Eric Wright was placed on injured-reserved on Monday and will miss the final two games of the season with a left leg injury. Wright got hurt in Week 15 against Cincinnati. Coach Eric Mangini said Wright won't play again this season for the Browns, who will host Baltimore and Pittsburgh. Mangini does not know if the four-year veteran will need surgery. Wright was already battling a knee injury when he got hurt. Wright, who lost his starting job a few weeks ago to rookie Joe Haden, couldn't put any pressure on his leg as he was helped off the field but was later walking around on the sideline. He was expected to undergo an MRI on Monday.
Analysis: Wright was having a poor season before suffering the injury, posting just 42 tackles with one interception and nine passes defended. All of those stats were career lows. Fantasy owners should feel free to drop the 25-year-old in all IDP formats as his season is done. Keep an eye out to see if he will be ready for next season though.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright left in Week 15 against the Browns with an apparent leg injury. Wright was injured while trying to make a tackle in the second half of Sunday's 19-17 loss. He had just one tackle prior to leaving the contest.
Analysis: Wright's injury looked pretty bad and he could not put any weight on his leg while limping off the field. He has 42 tackles on the season but should be considered a low-end Fantasy DB, when healthy.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright was on the inactives list for Week 12 against Carolina. He left in the first quarter of Cleveland's Week 11 game against Jacksonville after injuring his left knee.
Analysis: Wright is a low-end Fantasy DB for IDP leagues when healthy. Owners in deep leagues should monitor his status for Week 13.
News: Cornerback Eric Wright left in the first quarter of Cleveland's Week 11 game against Jacksonville after injuring his left knee and did not return. He had not recorded any stats and there was no immediate word on his status for Week 12 vs. Carolina.
Analysis: Wright walked gingerly off the field and left to the locker room under his power. Wright was replaced by Joe Haden, a college standout at the nearby University of Florida, who proceeded to have a solid game as his replacement. When healthy, Wright is a low-end Fantasy option on a limited Cleveland defense.
News: Browns cornerback Eric Wright is the first to admit he's not having nearly the season he hoped. Burned for several big plays and touchdowns, including a winning TD in overtime last week against the New York Jets, Wright has become a target for some Cleveland fans. They want him benched -- or worse. Wright's under attack, but he's not running. "I have a responsibility to this team to be a certain type of player, and I've let my team down time and time again," he said Wednesday. "Obviously, I have to play better." Coach Eric Mangini hasn't lost faith in Wright, at least not publicly. "When you make mistakes, they're a lot more visible," Mangini said when asked about Wright's struggles. "He had a really outstanding year last year and there's been times this year where we've seen that level of play. That's what I expect from him each week."
Analysis: Late in overtime in Week 10, Wright got beat on an inside slant by Santonio Holmes, who took the short pass, stepped away from Wright's lame tackling attempt and darted past two other Browns for a 37-yard score, giving the Jets their second straight OT win. It was the latest gaffe in a season of errors for Wright, a 2007 second-round pick who has never been lacking for confidence but seems to be playing scared. It appears Wright is going to have to do a lot worse to get benched. However, his Fantasy appeal isn't that high since Wright isn't making a ton of tackles or picking off passes. He remains a low-end Fantasy flier.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright finished the Week 3 loss at Baltimore with five tackles. He had four solo tackles and one assisted. Wright has 13 tackles in three games for the Browns with two passes defended.
Analysis: Wright has not been much of a tackler in the early going for the Browns and he has yet to come up with a turnover. His value is really just low-end at this point in Fantasy IDP leagues. Use him at your own discretion for Week 4 against the Bengals.
News: The hamstring injury to Browns CB Eric Wright is not as serious as first feared. Head coach Eric Mangini said he's hoping Wright will participate in the evening session and play in the exhibition opener in Green Bay.
Analysis: Good news for Wright, who has a shot to be a decent contributor for Fantasy owners. Wright warrants use in deeper IDP league play as a No. 3 DB option, though to the Browns he means much more. Think late-round pick on Wright.
News: Browns CB Eric Wright walked off the practice field Tuesday with what appears to be a thigh or hamstring injury. He left with a trainer and had an icebag on his upper leg. Head coach Eric Mangini had no update following the practice session. Before the evening practice session, Wright walked onto the field without a limp but did not have his helmet. He worked out on a hand bike as his teammates warmed up nearby.
Analysis: Wright warrants use in deeper IDP league play as a No. 3 DB option, though to the Browns he means much more. Think late-round pick on Wright.
News: In the Browns' Week 15 win at the Chiefs, notable defensive players included LB Matt Roth (four total tackles, sack), DL Corey Williams (three solo tackles, forced fumble) and DB Eric Wright (eight total tackles).
Analysis: Only Roth and Wright deserve some attention in IDP league play, especially against the Raiders in Week 16.
News: Cleveland DB Eric Wright (hamstring) has been listed as questionable for the team's Week 14 game against the Steelers on Thursday. Wright was able to practice in full on Wednesday.
Analysis: Wright is just a very low-end Fantasy option in IDP leagues. Do not use him Week 14 against the Steelers, regardless of his health.
News: Browns defensive end Kenyon Coleman did not participate in Monday's walkthrough. Coleman, who missed Sunday's game against San Diego with a knee injury, was hurt in last week's game against Cincinnati. The Browns had 10 other players, including linebacker David Bowens (knee), defensive lineman Robaire Smith (shoulder), linebacker Kamerion Wimbley (knee) and cornerback Eric Wright (hamstring), limited in practice as they began preparing for Thursday night's game against Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Wright is just a very low-end Fantasy option in IDP leagues. Do not use him Week 14 against the Steelers, regardless of his health.
News: Cleveland DBs Eric Wright and Brodney Pool both intercepted a pass on Sunday in a Week 11 loss to the Lions. Both players also had four tackles in the game.
Analysis: Wright and Pool are both just low-end Fantasy DBs and can be ignored in nearly all IDP formats for Fantasy Week 12 at Cincinnati.
News: Police say Browns cornerback Eric Wright flipped his car on a wet highway entrance ramp and was taken to a hospital. Wright was examined at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland after the accident early Friday and then released. Coach Eric Mangini said he's happy Wright is safe and is hopeful he can play Sunday.
Analysis: We're glad Wright is OK since he's a promising NFL cornerback prospect. However, his Fantasy value is minimal because he doesn't post enough stats to warrant use regularly. Keep him off of rosters for now.
News: Notable Browns defenders from Week 5 at Buffalo include: LB D'Qwell Jackson (13 total tackles), LB Kamerion Wimbley (11 total tackles, sack), DB Eric Wright (four total tackles, interception) and DE Kenyon Coleman (two total tackles, sack).
Analysis: Of these defenders, Jackson is a must-start in IDP play because of his penchant for total tackles. Wimbley is worth a look off waivers as he has a sack in all but one game this season -- the Browns' coaching staff is doing good things with him. Wright and Coleman aren't productive enough to warrant Fantasy use. The Browns play at the Steelers in Week 6.
News: Cleveland DB Eric Wright (hand) has been listed as probable for the team's Week 5 game at Buffalo.
Analysis: Wright is a decent low-end Fantasy DB in IDP formats and should be active for Cleveland's Week 5 game.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright made four tackles and stripped the ball from RB Cedric Benson in a Week 16 loss to Cincinnati.
Analysis: Wright is a decent low-end Fantasy DB in IDP formats heading into Week 17 at Pittsburgh.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright recorded three tackles and recorded a fumble in a Week 14 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: After making three picks in his first five games, Wright has slowed down as the season's gone on. Still, he's worth starting in deeper IDP formats when the matchup is favorable. He could be a nice start in Week 15 at Philadelphia.
News: In the Browns' 37-27 loss vs. the Ravens, notable Browns defenders include: LB D'Qwell Jackson (11 total tackles, sack), DT Shaun Rogers (nine total tackles, sack), CB Brandon McDonald (seven solo tackles) and CB Eric Wright (five solo tackles).
Analysis: Jackson, Wright and Rogers are the only useful Fantasy options in IDP league play. The Browns will have no time to rest as they host the Broncos this Thursday as part of Week 10 action.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright intercepted his third pass of the season Week 6 against the Giants and returned it 94 yards for his first career touchdown. He also had two solo tackles.
Analysis: With three interceptions this season, Wright is no worse than a No. 3 DB in IDP leagues. He might continue to rise up the ranks with performances like this one. Consider taking a flier on him off the waiver wire.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright had seven tackles and an interception Sunday at the Bengals.
Analysis: Wright is a good No. 3 DB in IDP leagues. Consider him a good bye-week replacement most weeks. Cleveland is on a bye in Week 5 and plays the Giants in Week 6.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright (eight tackles) and DL Alex Hall (seven tackles, sack) both had nice performances in a Week 3 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Wright has some value in deeper IDP leagues as a low-end Fantasy DB, while Hall doesn't make enough plays on a consistent basis to have any Fantasy impact. The Browns visit the Bengals in Week 4.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright appeared in 14 games with 13 starts in 2007, which was his rookie year out of UNLV. He finished with one interception, one sack and 76 tackles (71 solo).
Analysis: Wright will continue to improve in 2008. Consider Wright a No. 3 DB in IDP leagues with the chance to see his value rise.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright had two tackles Sunday at the Bengals.
Analysis: Wright is a low-end DB in IDP leagues but is worth starting in Week 17 against the lowly-49ers.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright had three tackles Sunday against the Bills.
Analysis: Wright is a low-end DB in IDP leagues and should not be used in Week 16 at the Bengals.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 14 at N.Y. Jets. He went through limited practice reps all week. Wright has missed the last two games after tallying 68 tackles, one sack and one interception in the first 10 games.
Analysis: Wright said before missing the game Week 13 against the Cardinals that he would only return to action as soon as his body allows it. He has emerged as a viable No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy, but Fantasy owners will need to track his progress on a week-to-week basis. He has not yet been cleared for Week 14.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright (knee) took limited practice reps Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for Week 14 at N.Y. Jets. Wright has missed the last two games after tallying 68 tackles, one sack and one interception in the first 10 games.
Analysis: Wright said before missing the game Week 13 against the Cardinals that he would only return to action as soon as his body allows it. He has emerged as a viable No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy, but Fantasy owners will need to track his progress on a week-to-week basis.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright (knee) is inactive for Week 13 at Arizona. Wright took limited practice reps Friday, but was listed as doubtful on the injury report. Wright has now missed two straight games.
Analysis: The rookie out of UNLV is having a solid campaign with 68 tackles, one sack and one interception. He has emerged as a viable No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy. Make sure to keep him reserved Week 13.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright (knee) is listed as doubtful for Week 13 at Arizona. Wright took limited practice reps Friday after missing the previous two days. Wright, who missed his first game Week 12, is not sure when he will return. "When I'm ready I'll be out there," Wright told NFL.com. "I'm doing everything I can to get back. When I'm ready to roll out I'll be out there ASAP."
Analysis: The rookie out of UNLV is having a solid campaign with 68 tackles, one sack and one interception. He has emerged as a viable No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy. He might not make it back to the field Week 13, so Fantasy owners might need to keep him reserved another week.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright (knee) missed a second straight practice Thursday as the team prepares for Week 13 at Arizona. Wright, who missed his first game Week 12, is not sure when he will return. "When I'm ready I'll be out there," Wright told NFL.com. "I'm doing everything I can to get back. When I'm ready to roll out I'll be out there ASAP."
Analysis: The rookie out of UNLV is having a solid campaign with 68 tackles, one sack and one interception. He has emerged as a viable No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy. He might not make it back to the field Week 13, so Fantasy owners might need to keep him reserved another week.
News: Browns rookie cornerback Eric Wright will miss Sunday's game against the Houston Texans with a sprained right knee he insists is not as seriously injured as has been reported. Wright got hurt on Cleveland's first defensive play last week in Baltimore. He was helped off the field and carted to the locker room. "It's something that looked worse than it really was," Wright said before Cleveland's injury report came out Friday. "I got it twisted up a little bit."
Analysis: Earlier this week, a TV report said the Browns feared Wright would miss four to six weeks. Daven Holly, who made 12 starts last season, will likely replace Wright in the starting lineup alongside cornerback Leigh Bodden. When healthy, Wright is a good No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: Cleveland rookie DB Eric Wright and three other Browns starters missed practice Wednesday with knee injuries. Wright sprained his right knee on his first play in Sunday's overtime win at Baltimore and could miss significant time. He was helped off the field and carted to the locker room for treatment. Wright underwent an MRI exam earlier this week, but Browns coach Romeo Crennel, taking a page from former boss Bill Belichick, was tight-lipped when asked about the player's condition or his chances of playing this week against Houston. Earlier this week, Browns play-by-play announcer Jim Donovan reported the team expected Wright to miss four to six weeks. If Wright can't play, Daven Holly likely will start in his place. Holly started 12 games last season and three this year. DL Shaun Smith and DL Ethan Kelly also missed practice with knee problems.
Analysis: Wright is a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues, so continue to monitor his status. Smith and Kelly have minimal Fantasy value. The Browns DST is not a recommended option for Week 12 against Houston.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright had no tackles Sunday at Baltimore after leaving the game in the first quarter with a knee injury. He did not return.
Analysis: Wright is a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues if healthy. Continue to monitor his status before setting your lineup for Week 12 when Cleveland plays Houston.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright had 12 tackles and a sack Sunday against the Steelers.
Analysis: Wright is a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues and should be started in Week 11 at Baltimore.
News: Browns DB Eric Wright had only five tackles in Cleveland's 27-20 win over the Rams in Week 8.
Analysis: Wright is still a decent starting DB option in IDP leagues, but he only has one interception this season. Cleveland hosts Seattle in Week 9.
News: Browns DBs Leigh Bodden and Eric Wright each had an interception in Cleveland's 41-31 win over the Dolphins in Week 6. Bodden added six tackles and Wright had eight.
Analysis: Bodden now has three picks on the year and is worth a look in deeper IDP leagues as a backup DB, while Wright is quickly becoming a star DB in the league who just continues to make numerous tackles. Start him in Week 8 when the Browns return from their bye to face the awful Rams.
News: Rookie DB Eric Wright (nine tackles), DB Daven Holly (eight tackles), DB Leigh Bodden (seven tackles, interception) and D'Qwell Jackson (seven tackles) all made nice contributions in the Browns' 27-13 win over the Ravens in Week 4.
Analysis: Wright is quickly becoming a star in his first season in the league, while Bodden and Jackson both have some Fantasy value in deeper IDP leagues. You should probably only consider Wright as a start in Week 5, however, as the Browns play at the Patriots.
News: Rookie DB Eric Wright led the Browns in tackles with eight in Cleveland's 51-45 victory over the Bengals in Week 2.
Analysis: Wright is a high-risk, high-reward choice that has talent, but as a rookie, you never know how consistent he's going to be on a week-to-week basis. See how he does over the next few weeks before you consider picking him up.
News: Offensive tackle Joe Thomas agreed to terms on a six-year contract with the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night, ensuring the No. 3 overall pick will be at the opening of training camp. The club also reached agreement on a four-year deal with cornerback Eric Wright, a second-round pick, leaving quarterback Brady Quinn as the team's only unsigned draft pick. Thomas' agent, Peter Schaffer, who also represents Wright along with partner Lamont Smith, had been "grinding" through contract language with the Browns all day.
Analysis: Wright, who fell to the second round because of off-the-field troubles, is expected to compete for a starting job in the Browns' secondary. Wright is a high-risk, high-reward choice that has talent. Take a wait-and-see Fantasy approach with the rookie in IDP leagues.
News: Browns first-round draft pick Joe Thomas is nearing a deal and his agent is hopeful the offensive tackle will be signed by the start of training camp Friday. Peter Schaffer represents Thomas, the No. 3 overall pick, as well as the Browns' second-round pick, cornerback Eric Wright. "We're working feverishly to consummate a deal for Eric Wright and Joe Thomas," Schaffer said Thursday. "The goal is to get both in camp on time for 9 a.m. meetings (Friday)."
Analysis: Wright, who fell to the second round because of off-the-field troubles, is expected to compete for a starting job in the Browns' secondary. Wright is a high-risk, high-reward choice that has talent. Take a wait-and-see Fantasy approach with the rookie in IDP leagues.
News: Aside from first-round picks OT Joe Thomas and QB Brady Quinn, the Browns' 2007 draft class includes: UNLV CB Eric Wright, Memphis CB Brandon McDonald, Hawaii DE Melila Purcell, LSU DE Chase Pittman and Arizona WR Syndric Steptoe.
Analysis: Wright is a high-risk, high-reward choice that has talent but also has some off-field issues while Steptoe will help on special teams. None of the Browns' picks outside of Quinn are worth much consideration in Fantasy play this season.
