News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon led the team with eight tackles, all solo, Week 17 against the Buccaneers. It was his fourth straight game with seven or more. Despite missing three games due to injury, he finishes the 2012 season with 95 tackles.
Analysis: If you project Weatherspoon's 95 tackles over a full 16 games, he would have finished with about 117. Factoring in his three sacks and one interception, that's enough to make him a top linebacker in Fantasy IDP leagues. He has a pretty good chance of taking another step forward is his fourth NFL season, so don't wait too long for him on Draft Day next year.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon had nine tackles for the second game in a row Saturday against the Lions in Week 16. He came up with seven solo stops, however he was held off the box score otherwise.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has 87 tackles on the season, so he will need a big game in the final week of the season to reach 110 tackles for the second season in a row. Weatherspoon’s season high in tackles is just 11, so he would need his best game of the year to get there. He remains a decent Fantasy IDP option down the stretch of the season.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon totaled nine tackles (six solo) Week 15 vs. N.Y. Giants. He now has 78 tackles in 11 games.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has managed 16 tackles in his last two games and seems to be back to full strength after missing some games in November with an ankle injury. He is usually a viable Fantasy start in IDP formats when healthy.
News: For the first time in his three-year NFL career, Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was able to intercept a pass Thursday against the Saints in Week 13. Weatherspoon picked off Saints quarterback Drew Brees in the game, while adding four tackles -- one solo -- in a 23-13 win.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has been slowed by injuries recently, and his performance has suffered as a result. He has 62 tackles through nine games, and should be considered a decent Fantasy IDP option moving forward.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was ruled active for Week 13 at home against the Saints despite dealing with an ankle injury. Weatherspoon was a full participant in practice all week and was never in danger of missing Thursday's game.
Analysis: Weatherspoon returned last week after missing three games due to a lingering ankle injury. He is coming off a six-tackle performance against the Buccaneers in Week 12 and will try to build against a pass-happy New Orleans offense. He has three sacks this season and is one shy of matching his career mark set last season. Fantasy owners should view him as a solid option in most IDP formats moving forward.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was a full participant in practice all week leading up to Week 13 against the Saints. Weatherspoon, who has been bothered by an ankle injury, is listed as probable for Thursday night's contest.
Analysis: Weatherspoon returned last week after missing three games due to a lingering ankle injury. He is coming off a six-tackle performance against the Buccaneers in Week 12 and will try to build against a pass-happy New Orleans offense. He has three sacks this season and is one shy of matching his career mark set last season. Fantasy owners should view him as a solid option in most IDP formats moving forward.
News: Atlanta linebacker Sean Weatherspoon is active for Week 12 at Tampa Bay despite coming into the game questionable on the injury report. Weatherspoon continues to deal with an illness and ankle issue, but is OK to play against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Weatherspoon had missed the past three games because of the ankle injury but is able to return against the Buccaneers. Weatherspoon racked up 52 tackles and three sacks in seven games prior to the injury as he serves as a key cog in the Falcons' linebacker unit. He needs just one sack to match his total from last season and is worth keeping active in most Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Atlanta linebacker Sean Weatherspoon is considered questionable for Week 12 at Tampa Bay while dealing with an illness and ankle issue. Weatherspoon has missed the past three games because of the ankle injury, but was able to practice on a limited basis twice this past week.
Analysis: Weatherspoon racked up 52 tackles and three sacks in seven games prior to the injury as he serves as a key cog in the Falcons' linebacker unit. He needs just one sack to match his total from last season and is worth keeping active in most Fantasy IDP formats when healthy.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon, who has missed the last three games with an ankle injury, told reporters Wednesday he intends to return Week 12 at Tampa Bay. “Yeah, I’m ready to go,” Weatherspoon said. “I’ll be out there at practice today.”
Analysis: Fantasy owners might want to start adding Weatherspoon back to active IDP lineups because it seems he has a good chance to return Week 12. Weatherspoon is a viable Fantasy start when healthy.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was inactive for a third straight game Week 11 against the Cardinals. He has been dealing with an ankle injury and was unable to practice all week.
Analysis: Weatherspoon had emerged as one of the top linebackers in Fantasy before going down with this injury. He's a good source of tackles and contributes a few sacks, so if you have the roster space, you'll want to keep him stashed in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon, who has missed the last two games with an ankle injury, may miss his third contest on Sunday against the Cardinals in Week 11. Weatherspoon, who is dealing with an ankle injury, failed to practice this week, but is still considered as questionable for Sunday's game.
Analysis: It appears as if Weatherspoon will be a game-time decision as he is trying to work back into the field. Though he may try to give it a go during warmups, Fantasy owners should play it safe and keep him on your bench in Fantasy IDP formats until he is back producing at a decent rate.
News: Falcons coach Mike Smith said Thursday linebacker Sean Weatherspoon, who has missed the last two games with an ankle injury, is moving in the right direction. Smith said a decision about Weatherspoon's status for Week 11 vs. Arizona could come very late in the week. He did add Weatherspoon is "close" to a return.
Analysis: Fantasy owners might want to put Weatherspoon on your bench in Fantasy IDP formats in case he does return Week 11. He is obviously a viable Fantasy start when healthy, so continue to keep tabs on his progress.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon, who was ruled out for the contest Friday, is officially inactive for Week 10 at New Orleans. He's missing his second straight game with an ankle injury that got him carted off the field in Week 8.
Analysis: Coach Mike Smith says Weatherspoon is making progress, so the linebacker has a decent chance of returning Week 11 against the Cardinals. Not only is he a reliable source of tackles, but he also contributes a decent number of sacks, making him a high-end Fantasy IDP option when healthy.
News: Falcons coach Mike Smith said linebacker Sean Weatherspoon's ankle injury isn't as serious as first expected, but he will not return to action Week 10 at New Orleans, missing a second straight game. “We felt like Sean would be a real, real stretch these first two weeks and feel like he’s making progress,” Smith said. “He’ll be looking to get back out here the first part of next week. We’ll keep him in the training room the rest of this week.”
Analysis: It appears Weatherspoon might only be sidelined for one more week, which is good news. The bad news being Fantasy owners have to go without the high-end Fantasy IDP option for one more week.
News: As expected, Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was ruled inactive for Week 9 against the Cowboys. Weatherspoon was unable to practice this week due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has one Atlanta's most productive defender as he leads the team in tackles (52) and sacks (3). Fantasy owners will have to keep an eye on his status moving forward to see if he will be able to suit up when Atlanta faces the Saints in Week 10. Weatherspoon can be considered a high-end option in all IDP formats when healthy.
News: Falcons coach Mike Smith told reporters Thursday linebacker Sean Weatherspoon has been ruled out for Week 9 vs. Dallas because of an ankle injury.
Analysis: Fantasy IDP owners knew there was a chance Weatherspoon would sit out Week 9 and unfortunately those fears came to fruition. Stash Weatherspoon on your Fantasy bench until further notice.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was able to walk to the sidelines after injuring his ankle midway through the fourth quarter Week 8 at Philadelphia, but he was then carted to the locker room. He had six tackles, including five solo, before leaving. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, he was in good spirits after the game and did not have his foot in a boot. The severity of his injury is still unknown.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is one of the top linebackers in Fantasy IDP leagues, contributing a high number of tackles along with the occasional sack. Keep an eye out for an update on his status. When healthy, he's the kind of player worth starting across the board.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon tied for the team lead in tackles with nine, including seven solo, Week 6 against the Raiders. He now has seven tackles or more in four of his six games this season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon also has three sacks on the season, so unlike many linebackers, he's not just a one-trick pony. He deserves to be starting in just about all Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Linebacker Sean Weatherspoon again was the star on defense for the Falcons Week 5 at Washington, recording a season-high 11 tackles -- including eight solo -- and picking up his second sack in as many games. It was his third sack of the season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is already regarded as a high-end source of tackles, and the way he's been picking up sacks recently, he's not far from being a big-time player in Fantasy IDP leagues. If he's unowned in yours, consider making a play for him off the waiver wire.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon recorded his second sack of the season Week 4 against the Panthers. He also had four tackles, including three solo. He now has nine tackles in his last two games after recording 17 in the previous two.
Analysis: The drop in tackles over the last two weeks is a little discouraging, but at least Weatherspoon is able to contribute the occasional sack to make up for it. The third-year player is developing into a high-end linebacker in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was fairly productive in Week 3 against the Chargers. Weatherspoon finished with five tackles -- all solo -- in the 27-3 win. He now has 22 tackles on the year.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has been just OK over the first three games of the season but will need to pick up the pace if he is going to match or break the 115 tackles he put up last year. Fantasy owners should continue to count on the 24-year-old as a decent source of tackles and leave him active in most IDP formats heading into Week 4 against the Panthers.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon has been ruled active for Week 3 against the Chargers, despite being listed as questionable on the team's injury report with a thigh injury. He has racked up 17 tackles and a sack over his first two games.
Analysis: Weatherspoon broke out with 115 tackles last season and has gotten off to a solid start this year. While he normally can't be counted on as a reliable source for sacks and turnovers, the 24-year-old can be considered a very decent source for tackles. Weatherspoon can be considered a low-end option in deeper IDP formats when healthy.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon was limited at practice for the third straight day Friday and is being listed as questionable for Week at San Diego due to a thigh injury. Weatherspoon sustained the injury during Atlanta's win over the Broncos last week. He has racked up 17 tackles and a sack over his first two games.
Analysis: Weatherspoon broke out with 115 tackles last season and has gotten off to a solid start this year. While he normally can't be counted on as a reliable source for sacks and turnovers, the 24-year-old can be considered a very decent source for tackles. Weatherspoon can be considered a low-end option in deeper IDP formats when healthy.
News: After a slow season opener, Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon had a productive performance in Week 2 against the Broncos. He recorded 10 tackles (five solo) and also defended a pass in the 27-21 win.
Analysis: Weatherspoon broke out with 115 tackles last season and showed on Monday night that he has what it takes to make a difference in Fantasy. He could be in line for a career campaign so keep an eye on his progress and consider adding the 24-year-old in deeper IDP formats.
News: Atlanta linebacker Sean Weatherspoon (hamstring) was active for the Week 2 Monday night contest against Denver. Weatherspoon was listed on the injury report as questionable entering the game after being limited in practice once again Saturday. Still, he was expected to suit up and play and that ended up being the case.
Analysis: Weatherspoon racked up seven tackles in the Week 1 contest at Kansas City. He's emerged as a solid Fantasy option in most IDP formats thanks to his ability to take down offensive players. Healthy for Monday night, Weatherspoon can be active in most IDP formats.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon (hamstring) was limited at practice once again Saturday in preparation for the Week 2 Monday night game against the Broncos. Weatherspoon is officially questionable for the game, reports the Atlanta Journal Constitution Saturday.
Analysis: Weatherspoon should play after racking up seven tackles with a sack Week 1 at Kansas City. Weatherspoon emerged as a high-end Fantasy IDP option last year, and so far, it's more of the same. If he's healthy, start him in plenty of IDP formats.
News: Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon made a good first impression Week 1 at Kansas City. He recorded seven tackles, all solo, to go along with one sack.
Analysis: Weatherspoon emerged as a high-end Fantasy IDP option last year, and so far, it's more of the same this year. He's not the most reliable source of tackles, but he's good enough, especially since he also contributes some sacks.
News: Atlanta LB Sean Weatherspoon made just two solo tackles in Week 15 against Jacksonville. He now has 107 tackles on the year.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is a tackling machine for the Falcons. He posted his lowest total of the year on Thursday though, so Fantasy owners in IDP leagues will look for him to bounce back next week against the Saints. Continue to view him as a No. 1 LB option moving forward.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon recorded a team-high nine tackles, including eight solo, Week 14 at Carolina, putting him over 100 for the first time in his career. He also had one of the Falcons' two sacks on the day, giving him four on the season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has emerged as a playmaker on the Falcons defense in his second NFL season. Not only does he contribute a high number of tackles, but he gets a respectable number of sacks for a linebacker as well. He's a borderline No. 1 option at the position, so don't let him go unowned in your Fantasy IDP league.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon totaled seven tackles (five solo) and one pass defense Week 13 at Houston. He now has 96 tackles in 12 games.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is just four tackles away from his first 100-tackle season and is showing the kind of potential he missed on as a rookie because of injuries. Now that he is healthy, Weatherspoon is a star on defense for Atlanta and a viable Fantasy LB in all IDP formats.
News: Second-year LB Sean Weatherspoon had a huge game for the Falcons against the Vikings in Week 12. He recorded 10 tackles (including seven solo) to put him in double digits for the sixth time this year. The biggest of them all came late in the fourth quarter, when he stuffed RB Toby Gerhart at the goal line on fourth down. He also recorded a sack, giving him three on the season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has blown up in his second season, becoming a top option in Fantasy IDP leagues. His main contribution is tackles, but he contributes enough big plays to at least approach No. 1 LB status. Keep him active.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon, who recorded 10 tackles last week, came back down to earth a little Week 10 against the Saints. He had six tackles, including four solo. It was only the fourth time this season that he recorded fewer than 10 in a game.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has emerged as one of the game's top tacklers in his second NFL season. He wasn't at his best in Week 10, but that's no reason to shy away from him as a No. 1 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon, who had recorded double-digit tackles only once in his last four games after doing so in each of his first three, got back on track with 10, including four solo, at Indianapolis in Week 9.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is up to 70 tackles on the year and has emerged as one of the elite tacklers in the game in only his second NFL season. He's a legitimate No. 1 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon recorded his second sack in three games Week 7 at Detroit. He also had six tackles, including five solo.
Analysis: The two sacks in three games are Weatherspoon's only two of the season. He's known more for his tackles, but he has only 11 over his last two games after averaging 9.8 over his first five. Still, if he mixes in the occasional sack, you'll live with some inconsistency with the tackles. Continue to think of Weatherspoon as a No. 1 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon recorded a season-low five tackles, including four solo, against the Panthers in Week 6. He had recorded 10 or more in four of his first five games this season.
Analysis: After an up-and-down rookie season, Weatherspoon has emerged as one of the elite tacklers in the game this year. One mediocre performance isn't enough reason to lose faith in him in Fantasy. He remains a No. 1 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon led his team in tackles in Week 5 against the Packers. He recorded six solo and assisted on five more to finish with 11 in the 25-14 loss. Weatherspoon also recorded his first sack of the season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon matched his sack total from 2010 on Sunday and has posted double-digit tackles in two of the five games this season. He is shaping up to be a viable option in IDP formats so consider him a solid Fantasy LB going forward.
News: Atlanta LB Sean Weatherspoon notched seven tackles during the Falcons' 30-28 victory over Seattle in Week 4 on Sunday. Weatherspoon registered four solo stops as his streak of consecutive games with double-digits in tackles was halted at three games this season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has turned in a quick start in his second NFL season and is among the league leaders with 38 tackles. The 23-year-old appears to be on the fast track to a solid season and should be considered a rising option in the majority of Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon posted his third straight double-digit tackle performance in Week 3 against the Buccaneers. He recorded 10 solo and assisted on one more to finish with 11 total. Weatherspoon also had two tackles for loss in the 16-13 loss.
Analysis: Weatherspoon looks well on his way to a 100-tackle campaign and should be a mainstay in Atlanta for years to come. As long as he can stay healthy, view Weatherspoon as a viable option in the majority of IDP formats.
News: After posting double-digit tackles in the season opener, Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon was able to do so again in Week 2 against the Eagles. He recorded seven solo tackles and assisted on three more in the 35-31 win.
Analysis: Weatherspoon looks well on his way to a 100-tackle campaign and should be a mainstay in Atlanta for years to come. As long as he can stay healthy, view Weatherspoon as a viable option in the majority of IDP formats.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon opened the season with 10 total tackles at Chicago in Week 1. Much of that was due to the Bears grinding down the clock at the end of the game.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has a shot to be a mild contributor for Fantasy owners. He might not consistently total 10 tackles per game but he could be in that seven-to-nine neighborhood. Keep him on rosters as a low-end reserve LB.
News:Sean Weatherspoon doesn't just want to be an indispensable player for the Atlanta Falcons. He wants to become an elite NFL linebacker -- but he needs to stay healthy. "I want to play every snap," Weatherspoon said Tuesday afternoon. "I'm not going to lie about that. I'm just out here trying to work hard and accomplish my goals. Help the team. Be smart."
Analysis: As the No. 19 overall draft pick of 2010, Weatherspoon appeared to be on track in his first few months with the Falcons, earning a starting job at strongside linebacker, recording his first career sack in Week 2 and contributing regularly on special teams. But ankle and knee injuries caused him to miss five games and parts of two others before he returned for a Week 11 win at St. Louis. It was no secret that Weatherspoon wasn't the same after twisting his ankle during a Week 3 overtime victory at New Orleans. Weatherspoon has the potential to be a very good Fantasy LB, but clearly he is nothing more than a late-round flier.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon left the game Week 17 against the Panthers with a shoulder injury. He had no tackles in the game.
Analysis: Weatherspoon's rookie season was marred by injury. It's real disappointing too after he won a starting job in the preseason and then got off to a fast start in the regular season. This kid has potential, but he is going to be nothing more than a potential late-round Fantasy flier in IDP leagues next summer.
News: Atlanta LB Sean Weatherspoon rebounded from a poor outing and finished with five tackles in the Falcons' 34-18 victory over Seattle in Week 15. Weatherspoon, who was held without a tackle for the second time this season against Carolina in Week 14, now has 38 tackles this year.
Analysis: Weatherspoon was part of an effective Atlanta defense that held the Seahawks offense to 15 total first downs in Sunday's game. He won't contribute much in IDP leagues and now has just five-tackles games since Week 4. Leave him on your Fantasy waiver wire.
News: Falcons defensive coordinator Brian VanGorder said LB Sean Weatherspoon is still working to get his knee 100 percent. "He hasn't impacted games like he was doing earlier but I see signs of improvement and getting him closer to where we want to get him," VanGorder said.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has just three tackles in the four games he has played since returning. Before getting injured, he posted 24 tackles in his first three games and was looking like an impact rookie. Weatherspoon can be held onto in long-term Fantasy keeper leagues, but he is not worth using in seasonal formats as he struggles.
News: Atlanta LB Sean Weatherspoon had just one tackle in Week 13 against Tampa Bay. The Falcons would win the game, 28-24.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is still being used in sub packages as he comes back from a knee injury. With very little contributions in the box score, Weatherspoon should not be active in any Fantasy IDP league. He's not worth using while he's a backup player.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon hasn't been playing at 100 percent, according to coach Mike Smith. Weatherspoon is appearing only in sub packages as he continues to heal from a knee injury he injured against Cleveland in Week 5. He had just three tackles in Week 12.
Analysis: Weatherspoon didn't play in four straight games, then didn't make a stop in Week 11. With his coach saying he's only being used in sub packages, Weatherspoon's Fantasy value takes a big dip. If he's not on the field he can't make tackles. No tackles means he's not worth owning in Fantasy leagues at this time. Monitor him moving forward to see if he gets back to 100 percent this season.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon was active for Week 11 against the Rams but did not produce anything in the 34-17 win. Weatherspoon, who missed four of the last five games with a knee injury, did not record a stat on Sunday.
Analysis: Weatherspoon got off to a hot start this season but his numbers were hurt by the knee injury. He was nowhere to be found in Week 11 and Fantasy owners might want to keep an eye on him to make sure everything is alright. He has 29 tackles on the year with one sack and a pass defended. He should be viewed as a No. 3 Fantasy LB in IDP formats, when producing.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon was active for Week 11 against the Rams after missing four of the last five games with a knee injury. It was his first time playing since Week 5.
Analysis: Weatherspoon, a rookie out of Missouri, got off to a hot start this season but his numbers were hurt by the knee injury. He has 29 tackles on the year with one sack and a pass defended. He should be used as a No. 3 Fantasy LB in IDP formats now that he is back and healthy again.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) is listed as questionable on the team's injury report heading into the Week 11 game against the Rams. He sat out of Wednesday's practice session, but practiced Thursday on a limited basis for the first time since suffering the injury in Week 5. "I felt rusty with some of the things ... I'm just trying to work and get it going before Sunday," Weatherspoon said Thursday. He practiced in full participation on Friday.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is a viable Fantasy option when healthy, but the missed time has to slow him down a bit if he plays in Week 11 against the Rams. He should be used as a No. 3 Fantasy LB if he's good to go. Check back about 90 minutes before Sunday's 4 p.m. kickoff for his official game day status.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon missed practice Wednesday due to a knee injury, but returned on Thursday. "I'm just excited to be back out here with my teammates," he said. "Whatever my role may be this week, I'm willing to accept it." It was Weatherspoon's first practice since injuring his knee against Cleveland in Week 5. "I felt rusty with some of the things ... I'm just trying to work and get it going before Sunday," Weatherspoon said.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is a viable Fantasy option when healthy, but the missed time has to slow him down a bit if he plays in Week 11 against the Rams. He should be used as a No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) did not practice on Monday. Coach Mike Smith said Weatherspoon should have an opportunity to practice before the week ends. Weatherspoon hasn't practiced since he injured his knee against Cleveland.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is worth keeping on deeper IDP rosters, but that's about it. Once he starts to practice and looks like a lock to play, he'll be worth owning as at least a No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) is inactive for the Week 10 game against the Ravens on Thursday night. He was originally listed as questionable after not being able to practice all week. Weatherspoon has now missed that last four games with the knee issue.
Analysis: Weatherspoon, a rookie out of Missouri, has 29 tackles and one sack in four games this season but this injury has more or less derailed him as a viable Fantasy option. He's not worth stashing outside of deeper IDP formats, especially when he is less than 100 percent.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) is questionable for the Week 10 matchup against the Ravens. He was unable to practice all week yet again. LB Curtis Lofton on what Atlanta's missed with Weatherspoon out: "Overall his speed and the attitude he brings. But (LB) Stephen Nicholas has stepped in and we haven't dropped off too much." Weatherspoon has missed the past three games with the injury.
Analysis: Weatherspoon, a rookie out of Missouri, has 29 tackles and one sack in four games this season but this injury has more or less derailed him as a viable Fantasy option. He's not worth stashing outside of deeper IDP formats.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) did not practice on Monday and is listed as questionable heading into Week 10 against the Ravens. He has been inactive for three straight games.
Analysis: Weatherspoon, a rookie out of Missouri, has 29 tackles and one sack in four games this season but this injury has more or less derailed him as a viable Fantasy option. He's not worth stashing outside of deeper IDP formats.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon, who missed practice Friday with a knee injury, is inactive for a third straight game Week 9 against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Weatherspoon, a rookie, got off to a decent start this season, but this injury has more or less derailed him as a viable Fantasy option. He's not worth stashing outside of deeper IDP formats.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) did not practice Friday and is questionable for Sunday. It's unlikely Weatherspoon will play since he missed practice all week. He has missed the last three weeks with a sprained knee.
Analysis: Weatherspoon's rookie campaign has been drastically slowed down with the injury. When healthy, he can be considered a No. 3 Fantasy LB in IDP formats.
News: Atlanta LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) is officially listed among the Falcons' inactives for Week 7 against the Bengals. Coach Mike Smith said Weatherspoon's knee is not recovering as fast as the staff hoped, and Weatherspoon won't return until after the team's bye week (Week 8). He missed Week 6 against the Eagles and was ruled out by Monday this week.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Weatherspoon's recovery and hope he's able to return in Week 9 against Tampa Bay following the Week 8 bye week. When healthy, Weatherspoon is a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) will not play this Sunday against Cincinnati in Week 7. Coach Mike Smith said Weatherspoon's knee is not recovering as fast as the staff hoped, and Weatherspoon won't return until after the team's bye week (Week 8). He missed Week 6 against the Eagles.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Weatherspoon's recovery and hope he's able to return in Week 9 against Tampa Bay following the Week 8 bye week. When healthy, Weatherspoon is a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon, who missed practice all week because of a knee injury that forced him out of last week's game at Cleveland, is inactive for Week 6 at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has been a decent source of tackles when healthy and in the lineup, but he has had to contend with injuries over the last few weeks. You shouldn't trust him as more than a No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Falcons rookie LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) did not practice Friday and is listed as questionable for the Week 6 game at Philadelphia. He didn't practice at all this week, so it's unlikely he'll play. Stephen Nicholas, who started 13 games last season, would start if Weatherspoon is held out.
Analysis: Injuries are about the only thing that has slowed down the rookie LB this season. He has been overly productive since being drafted and is becoming a decent play in Fantasy IDP leagues as well. But his Week 6 status remains up in the air, so have healthier alternatives just in case Weatherspoon has to sit out.
News: Falcons coach Mike Smith said an MRI revealed LB Sean Weatherspoon has a right knee sprain. Weatherspoon did not practice Wednesday and will be held out Thursday. Smith said he will "look at what happens" with the rookie starter on Friday and Saturday. Stephen Nicholas, who started 13 games last season, would start if Weatherspoon is held out.
Analysis: Injuries are about the only thing that has slowed down the rookie LB this season. He has been overly productive since being drafted and is becoming a decent play in Fantasy IDP leagues as well. But his Week 6 status remains up in the air, so have healthier alternatives just in case Weatherspoon has to sit out.
News: Falcons coach Mike Smith said LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee), who was injured against Cleveland in Week 5, will be evaluated on Monday. Smith said the team will update Weatherspoon's status on Wednesday.
Analysis: Injuries are about the only thing that has slowed down the rookie LB this season. He has been overly productive since being drafted and is becoming a decent play in Fantasy IDP leagues as well. But his Week 6 status remains up in the air, so have healthier alternatives just in case Weatherspoon has to sit out.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon, who missed Week 4 against the 49ers because of an ankle injury, left in the third quarter Week 5 at Cleveland with an injured right knee. He said he will have an MRI on the knee. He finished the game with five tackles, including three solo.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has looked good as a rookie, picking up a respectable number of tackles, but all these injuries are making him hard to recommend in Fantasy IDP leagues. He's worth watching, but he's at best a No. 3 Fantasy LB right now.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon, who missed Week 4 against the 49ers with an ankle injury, is active for Week 5 at Cleveland. He was able to practice in full both Thursday and Friday.
Analysis: Weatherspoon, a rookie, hasn't put up huge stats yet, but he's getting enough tackles to serve as a No. 3 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues. If you need one of those, he's safe to activate this week.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (ankle) is listed as questionable for Week 5 at Cleveland. Weatherspoon did practice in full on Thursday and Friday after limited reps on Wednesday. He missed his first career game in Week 4.
Analysis: All signs are pointing to Weatherspoon returning in Week 5, but listing him as questionable is a precautionary move. The rookie is having a fine start to his NFL career and is gaining more Fantasy value with every game. Consider him a nice low-end Fantasy LB with room to grow.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon, who missed practice all week with an ankle injury, is inactive for Week 4 against the 49ers. He has 24 tackles in three games this season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has been active on defense so far in his rookie season, recording enough tackles to serve as a No. 2 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues. You should obviously reserve him for this week, but you'll want to monitor his status heading into Week 5 at Cleveland.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon (ankle) did not participate in practice for the third-consecutive day on Friday. If Weatherspoon can't play in Week 4 against the 49ers, then LB Stephen Nicholas, who was a starter in 2009, will replace the rookie in the lineup.
Analysis: Weeatherspoon has been everything the Falcons have wanted since they drafted him this year. He has worked his way into the starting lineup and has been a force since his first start. He is averaging eight tackles per game and has one sack in three contests. Weatherspoon is a decent No. 2 Fantasy LB when healthy, so track his status up until inactives.
News: Falcons rookie LB Sean Weatherspoon was held out of Wednesday’s practice because of an ankle injury suffered in a Week 3 win over the Saints.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has averaged eight tackles a game in his first three pro contests, which is a very nice total for any player, let alone a rookie. The 19th overall pick in April out of Missouri, Weatherspoon is off to a nice start in 2010 and is certainly worth a look in most IDP Fantasy formats if your current LB isn't producing. Hopefully this ankle issue doesn't cost him any time in Week 4 vs. the 49ers.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon had seven tackles in Sunday's game at New Orleans in Week 3. All were solo tackles, and he led the team in that category. He did not record a sack or turnover. He now has 26 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Weatherspoon is a solid No. 3 LB in IDP leagues. Look for him to play well in Week 4 against San Francisco and hope for this type of production to continue throughout the year.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon had an eye-opening effort -- in his second NFL game. He totaled 11 total tackles and a sack vs. Arizona in Week 2.
Analysis: Weatherspoon has 19 total tackles on the year and figures to be a big part of the Falcons' run defense. He should get picked up in a bunch of leagues following this effort -- consider him good enough to use as a No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Rookie LB Sean Weatherspoon made his first career start for the Falcons in Week 1 against the Steelers. He started at strongside linebacker and totaled eight tackles (seven solo).
Analysis: Weatherspoon has bumped Stephen Nicholas from his starting job, but it's not like he didn't earn it. He was a standout in the preseason and played well in his first career game. He could be a standout linebacker for Atlanta in 2010, but continue to view Weatherspoon as a low-end Fantasy LB until we see consistent numbers from him.
News: Falcons LB Sean Weatherspoon is listed as a starter at the strongside spot for the opener in Week 1 against the Steelers. LB Curtis Lofton recently said Weatherspoon has focused more at strongside, where it appears he's taken LB Stephen Nicholas' starting job.
Analysis: Weatherspoon was third on the team in the preseason with 12 tackles. He has done everything the Falcons have asked of him and looks like the kid who made a ton of plays at Missouri. Weatherspoon is a nice rookie Fantasy sleeper in IDP leagues heading into Week 1.
News: First-round draft pick Sean Weatherspoon has reported for training camp after reaching an agreement on a contract with the Falcons. The team confirmed Weatherspoon, a linebacker from Missouri, has agreed to terms on a five-year contract. Terms were not immediately available. Weatherspoon reported on Thursday for Friday's start of training camp. Weatherspoon was the No. 19 overall pick in the NFL draft. He is expected to compete for a starting job at outside linebacker.
Analysis: Weatherspoon should eventually be a solid source of tackles, but with Stephen Nicholas and Mike Peterson on the roster it might take some time before he contributes. Consider him a nice reserve option, making him a late-round flier in seasonal IDP leagues, but he's more of a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a mid-round pick in rookie-only formats.
News: The Falcons selected Missouri linebacker Sean Weatherspoon with the 19th overall pick Thursday night and believe he'll make an immediate impact on a unit that was ravaged by injuries, didn't get much pressure on the quarterback, and gave up a huge amount of passing yards. A second-team All-American as a senior, Weatherspoon had 4.5 sacks, 14.5 tackles for losses and 111 tackles overall. He put up even more impressive numbers as a junior - 155 tackles, 18.5 stops behind the line and five sacks. He led the Tigers in tackles his last three seasons and finished 10th in Big 12 Conference history with 413 career stops.
Analysis: The 6-foot-1, 239-pound Weatherspoon should step up the production at either of the outside linebacker positions, which were manned last season by Stephen Nicholas and Mike Peterson, who will be 34 at the start of next season. He should eventually be a solid source of tackles, but with Nicholas and Peterson on the roster it might take some time before he contributes. Consider him a nice reserve option, making him a late-round flier in seasonal IDP leagues, but he's more of a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a mid-round pick in rookie-only formats.
