News: Washington LB London Fletcher had another outstanding tackling performance in the Week 16 loss to the Vikings. Fletcher recorded 17 tackles and half a sack in the game. Seven of his 17 tackles were of the solo variety.
Analysis: The 36-year-old Fletcher is leading the NFL with his 163 tackles and he has two sacks and two interceptions to go right along with it. Fletcher has recorded double figures in tackles in six straight games and has been one of the best in the NFL this season. Almost a lock to make the Pro Bowl, Fletcher is a must-start Fantasy option in IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher is active for the Week 16 game against the Vikings. Fletcher has been on the injury report for a while now with a nagging ankle injury, but he has yet to miss time and continues to play at a high level each and every week for the Redskins.
Analysis: Fletcher has dismissed injury concerns and racked up 146 tackles this season. He is just 11 stops shy of matching his career high set in 2005 with Buffalo and should eclipse that mark. Consider him a must-start in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher is considered probable for Week 16 against Minnesota after dealing with a nagging ankle injury. Fletcher has been dealing with the issue the past few weeks, but has not missed any playing time.
Analysis: Fletcher has dismissed injury concerns and racked up 146 tackles this season. He is just 11 stops shy of matching his career high set in 2005 with Buffalo and should eclipse that mark if he stays active as expected. Consider him a must-start in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher once again led the Redskins in tackles on Sunday in a win at New York. Fletcher recorded 12 tackles and 10 of them were of the solo variety. Fletcher added a pass defended in the game.
Analysis: Fletcher has four consecutive double-digit tackle performances and has topped 10 tackles in six of his last seven. Fletcher has 144 tackles on the season to go with 1 1/2 sacks and two interceptions. He should be active at all times in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) is active for Week 15 at the Giants. Fletcher was on the injury report as being limited in practice with an ankle injury, but was never in jeopardy of missing the Week 15 game.
Analysis: Fletcher has been bothered by this injury for a few weeks, but he has yet to miss a game. Fletcher still plays at a very high level years into his NFL career and remains a must-start Fantasy LB.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) was limited in practice all week, but he was still upgraded to probable for Week 15 at N.Y. Giants.
Analysis: Fletcher has been bothered by this injury for a few weeks, but he has yet to miss a game. Fletcher still plays at a very high level years into his NFL career and remains a must-start Fantasy LB.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher had another double-digit tackling performance on Sunday of Week 14 against the Patriots. Fletcher recorded a game-high 10 stops with seven of them solo. Fletcher also was penalized 15 yards for a hit on Tom Brady that angered Fletcher and the Redskins. Brady began his slide late and Fletcher's hit appeared to be legal. Fletcher was irate, but the play remained as called.
Analysis: Fletcher has now recorded four consecutive double-digit tackling performances and he has topped 10 tackles in six of his last seven contests and seven of his last nine. Fletcher has 134 tackles on the season and is a must-start Fantasy option in all IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) is active for the Week 14 game against New England. Fletcher was listed as probably during the practice week. Fletcher has been dealing with this nagging injury, but has yet to miss time.
Analysis: Fletcher is one of the toughest and most durable players in the NFL. He has yet to miss a regular season game in his long NFL career. Fletcher already has 124 tackles, so you know what to do. Keep him active in IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) returned to a full practice Friday and was listed as probable for Week 14 vs. New England. He was questionable with the same injury last week, but he was able to play against the Jets.
Analysis: Fletcher is one of the toughest and most durable players in the NFL. He has yet to miss a regular season game in his long NFL career, and it doesn't appear he will sit out Week 14. Fletcher already has 124 tackles, so you know what to do. Keep him active in IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher started Week 13 at home against the Jets. Fletcher was questionable for the game with an ankle injury, but continued his streak of most consecutive games played for a non-specialist. Fletcher played in his 221st consecutive game Sunday against the Jets and was a monster yet again. Fletcher led everyone in the game with 17 tackles for the Redskins. Nine of those tackles were solo.
Analysis: Fletcher has been in beast mode since Week 6 against Philadelphia. Over that span of eight games, Fletcher has recorded double-digit tackles in six of them. He has 17 combined tackles in the two in which he failed to get to double figures. Fletcher already has 124 tackles this season for Washington with 1 1/2 sacks and two interceptions. Fletcher is a must-start Fantasy option in all IDP formats for Week 14 against New England.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher is active and starting Week 13 at home against the Jets. Fletcher was questionable for the game with an ankle injury, but will continue his streak of most consecutive games played for a non-specialist. Fletcher is playing in his 221st consecutive game Sunday against the Jets.
Analysis: Fletcher has been simply incredible for a player at his age and at his position. Fletcher has 10 or more tackles in four of his last five games and seems to be getting better with the season. Fletcher can be active in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) is listed as questionable for Week 13 vs. N.Y. Jets. He was limited in practice Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday.
Analysis: He has been dealing with this injury for a few weeks, but he has yet to miss a game. In fact, Fletcher has 10 or more tackles in four of his last five games. As long as he plays Sunday, then start him in Fantasy.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher had yet another fantastic tackling performance on Sunday of Week 12 in Seattle. Fletcher helped the Redskins secure the victory as he recorded 11 tackles in the game.
Analysis: Fletcher has been in double figures in tackles in five of his last seven contests. He had nine and eight tackles, respectively, in the other two games in that span. Fletcher also has 1 1/2 sacks on the season to go with two interceptions. He remains a high-end Fantasy LB in IDP formats, and you should feel comfortable keeping him in the starting lineup for Week 13 against the Jets.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) is active for the Week 12 game at Seattle on Sunday. Fletcher missed practice on Wednesday, but dialed up his participation as the week progressed.
Analysis: Fletcher had 16 tackles and a sack in Week 11 vs. Dallas, and has double-digit tackles in four of his last six games. He remains a high-end Fantasy LB in IDP formats, and you should feel comfortable keeping him in the starting lineup this week.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) missed practice on Wednesday, but has dialed up his participation as the week has moved on, taking part in all practice activities by Friday. He is probable for Week 12 at Seattle.
Analysis: Fletcher had 16 tackles and a sack in Week 11 vs. Dallas, and has double-digit tackles in four of his last six games. He remains a high-end Fantasy LB in IDP formats, and you should feel comfortable keeping him in the starting lineup this week.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher had another big performance against Dallas on Sunday of Week 11. Despite the Redskins taking the overtime loss, Fletcher finished with a game-high 16 tackles. He had one sack in the performance and two of his tackles went for a loss.
Analysis: Fletcher had a 19-tackle game a few weeks back at Buffalo and has recorded at least eight tackles in six straight games. Fletcher is now up to 96 tackles on the season as he's rocketing towards 100. Fletcher also has 1.5 sacks and two interceptions on the year. Fletcher is a high-end Fantasy LB for all IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) is active for Week 11 vs. Dallas. He was limited in practice Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday. Fletcher was never a big question to miss the game.
Analysis: Fletcher hasn't missed a game all season and continues to be a star on defense for Washington. He is well on his way to a 12th straight season with 100-plus tackles. Keep Fletcher active in all IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ankle) is listed as probable for Week 11 vs. Dallas. He was limited in practice Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday.
Analysis: Fletcher hasn't missed a game all season and continues to be a star on defense for Washington. He is well on his way to a 12th straight season with 100-plus tackles. Keep Fletcher active in all IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher, who was listed as probable for Week 9 against San Francisco because of a lingering hamstring issue, played at full strength against the 49ers. Fletcher recorded 10 tackles and added a pass defended in the game, just one week after registering 19 tackles.
Analysis: Fletcher hasn't missed any playing time this season and is unlikely to stop that streak this week. He has overcome a slow start to the season and registered 72 tackles, including 29 the last two weeks against Buffalo and San Francisco. Heading into Week 10 at Miami, Fletcher can be starting in most Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher is listed as probable for Week 9 against San Francisco because of a lingering hamstring issue. Fletcher has been a full participant in practice throughout the week and is expected to suit up for Sunday's game.
Analysis: Fletcher hasn't missed any playing time this season and is unlikely to stop that streak this week. He has overcome a slow start to the season and registered 62 tackles, including 19 in Week 8 against Buffalo. Consider him a strong option in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher had a huge game in defeat on Sunday of Week 8 in Toronto against the Buffalo Bills. Playing against his former team, Fletcher couldn't help earn the Redskins a win, but did finish with a game-high 20 tackles. Fletcher added an interception and half a sack as he did all he could in the defeat.
Analysis: Fletcher started the season slowly for the Redskins but has recorded 41 tackles in his last three games. Fletcher has two interceptions on the season and now has a full sack as well. With the Redskins' playing poor offensively, the defense will be on the field more. That will mean more tackles for Fletcher, who just might be a must-start Fantasy IDP option heading into Week 9 against San Francisco.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (hamstring) is active for Week 8 at Buffalo. Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said Friday that Fletcher was expected to play against the Bills.
Analysis: Fletcher has not been at his best in terms of tackles this season, but he continues to quarterback the Redskins' defense. Fletcher is a solid start in most Fantasy IDP formats and that can continue Week 8 as he's healthy for the game.
News: Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said Friday that LB London Fletcher (hamstring) is expected to play Week 8 at Buffalo unless he suffers a setback leading up to kickoff. He was listed as questionable on Friday's injury report after being limited in practice the past two days.
Analysis: Well, Fantasy owners are going to need to follow this situation up until actives. Fletcher is expected to go, but it's not a definite yet. Start Fletcher if he does play Week 8, but have an alternative option available just in case.
News:The Washington Post reports Redskins LB London Fletcher isn't ready to commit to playing Week 8 against the Bills after injuring his hamstring in Week 7. “It’s a long way to Sunday,” Fletcher said. “Each day, just getting better. We’ll see how it goes, how the week progresses.”
Analysis: Fletcher has played in 214 straight games, but he isn't concerned about that streak. He just wants to make sure if he plays that he isn't hurting the team. Coach Mike Shanahan said this injury isn't serious, but it could be enough to keep Fletcher sidelined a game. Fletcher remains on pace for his 12th straight season of 100-plus tackles. He is still one of the premier linebackers in the NFL and a viable Fantasy LB when active.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher injured his hamstring during Sunday's loss at Carolina, but coach Mike Shanahan said on Monday, "I don't think it's that serious." Fletcher has started 198 consecutive games and appeared in 214 straight.
Analysis: Fletcher remains on pace for his 12th straight season of 100-plus tackles. He is still one of the premier linebackers in the NFL and a viable Fantasy LB when active. Keep tabs on his status for Week 8 at Buffalo.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher injured his left hamstring early in the fourth quarter of Sunday's Week 7 loss at Carolina. Fletcher did not return in the game. Keyaron Fox replaced him in the lineup. Fletcher finished with a team-leading nine total tackles in the game and he added a pass defended.
Analysis: Fletcher picked up double digit tackles for the first time in the Week 6 game against the Eagles and neared that production on Sunday. Unfortunately, he was injured in the game and will surely show up on the injury report during the week leading up to Week 8 against the Bills in Buffalo. Fletcher should be considered a decent Fantasy IDP option going forward, should he be healthy enough to play Week 8.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher led all players in the Week 6 loss to the Eagles in tackles. Fletcher finished with 12 tackles in the game as four of them were solo. He also had two passes defended for the Redskins.
Analysis: Fletcher picked up double digit tackles for the first time this season on Sunday against the Eagles. Fletcher is always around the ball, but his numbers have been down for the Redskins this season. At this point, he is just a mid-range option in Fantasy IDP leagues heading into Week 7 at Carolina.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher recorded five tackles and defended a pass in the Week 2 win over the Cardinals. His biggest play in the game, however, came on an interception of Kevin Kolb late in the contest to help secure the win.
Analysis: Fletcher remains one of the better sources for tackles in the league. As long as he's healthy, he should remain active in any IDP format.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher was credited with eight tackles in Week 1 against the Giants. He did not manage any sacks or passes defensed.
Analysis: Fletcher remains one of the better sources for tackles in the league. As long as he's healthy, he should remain active in any IDP format.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher was fairly productive in Week 17 against the Giants. Fletcher finished with a team-high nine tackles, four solo in the 17-14 loss and was also credited with a quarterback hit. He finished the 2010 campaign with 136 tackles to go along with 2.5 sacks and an interception.
Analysis: Fletcher had another outstanding season in 2010. He continues to be one of the more under rated linebackers in the game despite the fact he now has recorded 11 straight seasons with over 100 tackles. Consider the former John Carroll standout a viable Fantasy LB in all IDP formats heading into 2011.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher had a solid performance in the Week 16 win in Jacksonville in overtime. Fletcher recorded three tackles and added a sack of QB David Garrard in the victory. The sack gives him 2 1/2 on the season.
Analysis: Fletcher is well over 100 tackles on the season and is one of the best and most reliable tacklers around. That is why he's a solid Fantasy IDP option heading into the final week of the regular season in Week 17 against the Giants.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher was over 10 tackles for the second consecutive game on Sunday of Week 15 at Dallas. Fletcher made 11 tackles for the second straight contest and seven of them were solo.
Analysis: Fletcher 84 tackles on the season after the Week 15 performance. He needs two more big games to reach 100 on the year and can absolutely get it done. He's one of the most reliable tacklers around and remains a solid IDP option across the board for Week 16 at Jacksonville.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher was back in double figures in tackles in the Week 14 loss to Tampa Bay. Fletcher made 11 stops in the game and eight came of the solo variety. Fletcher also looked good defending two passes down field.
Analysis: Fletcher is a threat to record double-digit tackles each and every week. He has over 100 tackles on the season and usually steps up against bigger competition. Playing in Dallas in Week 15 qualifies as bigger competition. Start Fletcher in all Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher totaled four solo tackles in Week 13 against the Giants. He also picked off QB Eli Manning in the end zone and finished with two pass defenses.
Analysis: Fletcher now has 102 tackles on the season, his 11th straight season of 100-plus tackles. The Redskins defense might be having an awful season, but at least Fletcher is still making plays for Fantasy owners. Continue to keep him active in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher was all over the field on Sunday in a Week 12 loss to Minnesota. Fletcher's biggest play was defending a pass down field to Sidney Rice. He had two passes defended in the game. Fletcher finished with six tackles in the game.
Analysis: Fletcher has only registered fewer than six tackles in a game once this season -- Week 8 at Detroit. He's been consistent as they come and should continue to see high-end Fantasy use for Week 13 in New York.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher once again was among the team leaders in tackles Week 11 during an overtime win in Tennessee. Fletcher finished with seven stops, five solo.
Analysis: Fletcher has racked up 92 tackles this season over 10 games. That comes with 1 1/2 sacks as well. Fletcher continues to play like a solid start in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher needed to be all over the field in Week 10 against the Eagles and ended up leading his team in tackles. He recorded nine solo tackles and assisted on four more, giving him 13 total, in the 59-28 loss.
Analysis: Fletcher continues to be a tackling machine for the Redskins and now has 85 through the first nine games. He is 15 away from recording his 11th consecutive 100-tackle campaign. Fletcher also has 1.5 sacks and five passes defended on the year and should continue to be viewed as a No. 1 Fantasy LB in IDP formats heading into Week 11 against the Titans.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher had four total tackles vs. Detroit in Week 8, including three solo tackles.
Analysis: This is actually quite low for Fletcher, who typically puts up a healthy amount of touchdowns each week. Expect him to be a productive Fantasy option in leagues that count tackles. Keep him active when he returns off of a Week 9 bye to face the Eagles in Week 10.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher finished the Week 7 win over Chicago with eight tackles. The eight tackles tied him for the team lead and he added a forced fumble in the game. "I had a feeling they were going to try to sneak it in," Fletcher said. "And I really just thought about hitting the football."
Analysis: Fletcher already has 1 1/2 sacks this season to go with his 68 tackles. He continues to be a force among IDP players. His extreme ability to get loads of tackles keeps him viable in IDP leagues each and every week. That will not change Week 8 at Detroit.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher continues to rack up tackles for the Redskins. He racked up a team-high 14 tackles (seven solo) and defended a pass in the Week 6 loss to the Colts. Fletcher also forced a fumble when lowering his shoulder on Joseph Addai, causing him to leave the game with a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Fletcher has been racking up tackles since he was drafted in 1998. He now has 60 on the season, good for third in the NFL through six games. He remains a solid LB in IDP leagues and should be active in all formats. Look for him to continue to play well in Week 7 against the Bears.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher continues to play well this year. On Sunday in Week 5 against the Packers, Fletcher had seven tackles, two solo, and a half sack. He now has 37 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Fletcher is a solid LB in IDP leagues and should be active in all formats. Look for him to continue to play well in Week 6 against the Colts.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher was all over the field in Week 4 against the Eagles. He collected 10 solo tackles and assisted on two more to give him a total of 12 in the 17-12 win.
Analysis: Fletcher has notched over 100 tackles each of the last 10 season and should do the same in 2010. He already has 30 through four games including a sack and two passes defended. He's consistently among the best tacklers in the game and should be owned in virtually all Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher recorded nine tackles, eight solo, in Sunday's loss to the Rams. “We didn’t play good as a football team in any phase of the game," Fletcher said. "They outplayed us in every facet – offense, defense and special teams.”
Analysis: Fletcher has 27 tackles on the year, as he is averaging nine per contest. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should not only own him, but be starting him heading into Week 4.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher had another strong performance in Week 2 against the Texans. Fletcher recorded seven tackles, including three solo and a sack in the 30-27 loss. He also was credited with two passes defended and had a tackle for a loss.
Analysis: If you play in a league that values tackles, Fletcher is a must-own. He's consistently among the best tacklers in the game. He should be owned in virtually all Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher, who had 142 total tackles for the Redskins last year, earning team Defensive Player of the Year honors for the third straight season, got his 2010 season off to a good start Week 1 against the Cowboys. He had 11 tackles including seven solo.
Analysis: If you play in a league that values tackles, Fletcher is a must-own. He's consistently among the best tacklers in the game. He should be owned in virtually all Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: During a preseason luncheon, LB London Fletcher was acknowledged as the Redskins' Defensive Player of the Year for a third straight season. Fletcher was named to his first pro bowl in 2009 after totaling 142 tackles. "I'm truly proud each and every week when I get to go out there and play for the Washington Redskins," Fletcher said. Fletcher has also expressed his excitement for his first season playing for coach Mike Shananhan. "I think it's going to be great times," he told The Washington Post. "We're not going to continue to ride the coat tails ... of past players. We're going to go out and create our own history."
Analysis: Fletcher has managed 10 straight seasons of 100-plus tackles. He has 10 tackles in the preseason and looks ready to keep his streak alive. Fletcher isn't a big linebacker at 5-10, but he is always around the football and is also quite durable. He has yet to miss a regular-season NFL game in his 12-year career. Fletcher remains a solid Fantasy LB.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher recorded 12 stops on Sunday against the Eagles in a defeat. Fletcher added a sack of Donovan McNabb in the loss.
Analysis: Fletcher continues to be a tackling machine with 102 on the season to go with two sacks and an interception. He's always worth starting in Fantasy IDP play. The Redskins play New Orleans in Week 13.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher led the Redskins with 13 tackles and an interception in the Week 11 loss at Dallas. He also forced a fumble.
Analysis: Fletcher now has 90 tackles in 10 games this season and that comes with a sack and a pick and a forced fumble. He remains a high-end Fantasy option for IDP leagues heading into Week 12 at Philadelphia.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher finished with 9 tackles in a win over the Buccaneers in Week 4. Fletcher added a sack, his first of the season.
Analysis: Fletcher remains a high-end No. 1 Fantasy LB for IDP leagues. He now has 52 tackles on the season in four games. Start him Week 5 at Carolina.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher once again led the team in tackles in Week 3's loss to Detroit. Fletcher finished with 16 tackles. He left the game with a rib contusion at one point but eventually returned to finish the game.
Analysis: Fletcher already has 43 tackles on the season for the Redskins. He's clearly a No. 1 Fantasy IDP player worth starting every week. That will continue Week 4 at home against Tampa Bay, if he doesn't come up too injured during the practice week.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher led the team with 9 tackles in Week 2's win over the Rams.
Analysis: Fletcher now has 27 tackles in two games this season and is very much a No. 1 Fantasy LB for use in IDP leagues. He is a must-start option Week 3 at Detroit. He's coming off nine straight seasons of 100-plus total tackles.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher led the team with 18 tackles, 11 solo, at the Giants in the season opener. He's coming off nine straight seasons of 100-plus total tackles.
Analysis: Fletcher always gets plenty of tackles, but his performance Sunday was good even by his standards. As long as you play in a league that rewards tackles, he's a No. 1 Fantasy LB.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher will have a minor procedure to inject medicine into his foot and will miss Thursday's final exhibition game against Jacksonville. Coach Jim Zorn said Fletcher had a similar procedure last year. Fletcher is expected to recover in time for the regular season opener Sept. 13.
Analysis: The Peyton Manning of IDPs, Fletcher hasn't missed a game in his NFL career and isn't about to stop now. He's been a top 10 linebacker in Fantasy IDP play because of his consistent tackle totals and should be again this season. Consider him with a middle-round pick in drafts.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher recorded nine tackles to lead the Redskins in Week 17's loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: Fletcher has been an absolute monster with tackles this season and he finishes the year with 133. He's been a top 10 linebacker in Fantasy IDP play and should be again next season. That said, he will be turning 34 years old next year.
News: Washington DB DeAngelo Hall recorded eight tackles to lead the Redskins in Week 16's win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Linebacker London Fletcher had a fumble recovery and was second on the team with six tackles.
Analysis: Hall now has 67 tackles on the year with five interceptions. Hall does not make enough tackles to be considered in Fantasy IDP leagues. He'll get the occasional interception for Washington but that is about it. Don't start him in Week 17 at San Francisco. Fletcher, however, is a tackling machine and is a must-start next week.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher is listed as probable for Week 16 against the Eagles with a foot injury. He was limited in practice on both Thursday and Friday with the injury after sitting out of practice Thursday.
Analysis: Fletcher is a top-flight LB in Fantasy and a must-start at all times. He has racked up 112 tackles this year.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher totaled six tackles in Week 15's loss to the Bengals. Fletcher dropped an easy interception in the game but did pick up half a sack of QB Ryan Fitzpatrick.
Analysis: Fletcher has 112 tackles on the season and remains a must-start Fantasy LB heading in Week 16 against Philadelphia.
News: Coach Jim Zorn said he expects middle linebacker London Fletcher (foot) to play at Cincinnati in Week 15. Haynesworth had 12 tackles last week despite sustaining the foot injury.
Analysis: Fletcher remains a must-start Fantasy LB so long as he's healthy, which he appears to be in Week 15. Get him active in all IDP leagues.
News: In the Redskins' 24-10 loss at the Ravens in Week 14, notable defenders included: LB London Fletcher (12 total tackles despite foot injury), LB Rocky McIntosh (10 total tackles) and SS LaRon Landry (two total tackles, interception, forced fumble).
Analysis: Fletcher remains a must-start Fantasy LB so long as he's healthy, while Landry serves as a borderline No. 2/No. 3 Fantasy DB. McIntosh has upside but is best served as a No. 3 linebacking option. All three are desirable choices when the Bengals host the Redskins next week.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher, who was dealing with a sprained foot, is active Sunday at Baltimore and will start. DB Shawn Springs, however, is out with a calf strain.
Analysis: Keep Fletcher active in all leagues as a No. 2 LB in IDP leagues. Keep Springs reserved. And the Redskins DST is a No. 2 Fantasy option against the Ravens.
News: Zorn said linebacker London Fletcher (sprained foot) and cornerback Shawn Springs (calf) did not practice, but he is optimistic both will play. As is becoming his custom, the coach hedged his bets by saying they will be game-time decisions. New to the injury list was safety LaRon Landry, who was kicked in the calf during Thursday's practice. "He's going to be OK," Zorn said.
Analysis: All three of these guys are usable Fantasy options, Fletcher as a No. 1 LB, Landry and Springs as No. 3 DBs. Consider them as such against the Ravens in Week 14.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher not only played against the Giants -- he was questionable for Week 13's game -- on Sunday, he led the Redskins in tackles. Fletcher picked up 14 more tackles and now has 100 for the season.
Analysis: Fletcher does little else but make tackles for the Redskins but that's enough to keep him a No. 1 Fantasy IDP option at linebacker. He should definitely be starting for your Fantasy team in Week 14 against the Ravens.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (foot) is listed as questionable for Week 13 vs. N.Y. Giants. Fletcher did not practice all week, putting the middle linebacker's streak of 130 consecutive NFL starts in jeopardy. Fletcher sprained his foot in Week 12's 20-17 victory over the Seahawks and has been wearing a walking boot.
Analysis: Fletcher hasn't missed a start since 2000 and has never missed a game in his 11-year career (171 games). Coach Jim Zorn was afraid that if Fletcher wasn't healthy by Friday that he would have to sit out Sunday. It looks as though it will happen. Normally a No. 1 Fantasy linebacker because of his penchant for tackles, Fantasy owners should come up with a backup plan in case Fletcher can't go against the Giants in Week 13.
News:London Fletcher was one of three Redskins defensive starters unable to practice Wednesday or Thursday because of foot injuries, putting the middle linebacker's streak of 130 consecutive NFL starts in jeopardy. Fletcher sprained his foot in last week's 20-17 victory over the Seahawks and was wearing a walking boot. He hasn't missed a start since 2000 and has never missed a game in his 11-year career (171 games). "If we can't get him on the field by Friday, I think that'd be a problem," coach Jim Zorn said Wednesday.
Analysis: Normally a No. 1 Fantasy linebacker because of his penchant for tackles, Fantasy owners should come up with a backup plan in case Fletcher can't go against the Giants in Week 13.
News: In the Redskins' 14-10 loss vs. the Cowboys in Week 11, key defensive players included: LB London Fletcher and DB Chris Horton (nine total tackles each), LB Rocky McIntosh (eight total tackles, interception) and CB DeAngelo Hall (two total tackles, one interception). Safety LaRon Landry added eight total tackles.
Analysis: Of these Redskins, Fletcher is a must-start in all IDP leagues while Hall, Horton and Landry are all middle- to low-end Fantasy defensive players. The Redskins play at the Seahawks in Week 12.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher led the Redskins in tackles in Week 8 at Detroit. Fletcher, who came up with some big hits late in the game for Washington, totaled seven tackles.
Analysis: Fletcher has 67 tackes on the season and is the leader of the Redskins defense and a Fantasy must-start to boot. He should be active in your Fantasy IDP league in Week 9 vs. Pittsburgh.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher led the Redskins with 12 total tackles against the Browns in a 14-11 Week 7 win.
Analysis: Fletcher has 60 tackes on the season and is the leader of the Redskins defense and a Fantasy must-start to boot. He should be active in your Fantasy IDP league in Week 8 at Detroit.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher recorded five tackles in a win over Dallas on Sunday. Fletcher forced a Dallas fumble.
Analysis: Fletcher is the leader of the Redskins defense and a Fantasy must-start to boot. He should be active in your Fantasy IDP league in Week 5 at Philadelphia.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (rib) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 3 vs. Arizona. Fletcher has 24 tackles through the first two games.
Analysis: Fletcher is the leader of the Redskins defense and a Fantasy must-start to boot. If he can't play Sunday, his loss will not only be felt on the field but also in Fantasy. Continue to track Fletcher's progress.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher led the charge Week 1 against the Giants with a team-high 17 tackles. He had 12 solo stops, but didn't get a sack or interception.
Analysis: Fletcher had six games with 10-plus tackles in 2007, but his season high was 15 for a single game. He already broke that mark in 2008 and looks to be well on his way to another 100-tackle season. Fletcher remains a must-start Fantasy LB heading into Week 2 against the Saints.
News: Redskins RB Clinton Portis (tight hip flexors), CB Carlos Rogers (knee), S LaRon Landry (hamstring), WR Devin Thomas (hamstring), WR Malcolm Kelly (hamstring), DL Anthony Montgomery (hand), LB H.B. Blades (knee), LB Rian Wallace (hand) and DE Erasmus James (knee) will not play in Sunday's preseason game against the Colts. DE Jason Taylor, obtained in a trade with Miami on July 20, is not expected to play nor is LB London Fletcher. LB Rocky McIntosh, coming back from a major knee injury, is unlikely to play as is WR Anthony Mix (hamstring).
Analysis: The big names on the inactive list for Washington are Portis, Landry, Thomas, Taylor and Fletcher. Luckily, it's a preseason game and not a regular season contest. None of these players are suffering from majors injuries and should be ready come opening kickoff. Continue to monitor their progress during the preseason.
News: Tackle machine London Fletcher enjoyed his eighth straight season with over 110 total tackles, and his third straight with at least 100 solo tackles. He finished 2007 with 128 total hits (100 solo), three interceptions including one returned for a touchdown and 10 passes defensed. Not bad for a guy who will be 33 years old in time for next season.
Analysis: Simply put, these are the kinds of stats you want from your Fantasy LB. Consistently in the top tier of Fantasy linebackers, Fletcher remains a steady early- to middle-round choice as a No. 1 option.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher totaled eight tackles -- all solo -- during a Week 15 win against the Giants. It was the fourth time in five games that he was limited to less than 10 tackles. He does have 120 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Fletcher is in his first year with the Redskins, but continues to be one of the best linebackers in the NFL. He now has 100 or more tackles in eight straight seasons. Continue to start him in all Fantasy formats.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher totaled 12 tackles (nine solo) during a Week 14 win against the Bears. It was his sixth double-digit tackle performance and he now has 112 tackles this season.
Analysis: Fletcher is in his first year with the Redskins, but continues to be one of the best linebackers in the NFL. He now has 100 or more tackles in eight straight seasons. Continue to start him in all Fantasy formats.
News: Redskins DB LaRon Landry (six tackles), DL Anthony Montgomery (five tackles), LB London Fletcher (five tackles), DB Shawn Springs (four tackles), DL Cornelius Griffin (four tackles) and DL Phillip Daniels (four tackles) all helped out in Washington's 19-13 loss to Tampa Bay in Week 12.
Analysis: Fletcher is one of the league's top LBs and should be starting in every IDP league, while Landry is the only other player with any Fantasy value among this group. Start only Fletcher in Week 13 against the Bills.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher (ribs) is listed as probable for Week 12 at Tampa Bay. Fletcher went through full practices Thursday and Friday after limited reps Wednesday. Fletcher has 91 tackles, three interceptions and one touchdown in 10 games.
Analysis: Fantasy owners take a deep sigh of relief. It appears as though Fletcher will be active and starting against the Bucs. He has been a great Fantasy option to date and that isn't expected to change Week 12. Feel free to start him in all IDP leagues.
News: Notable Redskins defenders from Week 10 vs. Philadelphia include: LB London Fletcher (10 total tackles), DB Pierson Prioleau (eight total tackles), DE Andre Carter (four solo tackles, one sack, one forced fumble), DE Demetric Evans (five total tackles, forced fumble) and DL Cornelius Griffin (four total tackles, sack). Safeties Sean Taylor (four total tackles) and LaRon Landry (one assist) weren't effective.
Analysis: Of these players, Fletcher, Carter, Taylor and Landry are Fantasy IDP options worth considering. The Redskins play at Dallas in Week 11.
News: Notable Washington defenders from Week 8 at New England include: LB London Fletcher (15 total tackles), SS LaRon Landry (14 total tackles), DB Pierson Prioleau (seven total tackles), FS Sean Taylor (six total tackles) and DE Phillip Daniels (three total tackles, one sack, one forced fumble).
Analysis: Of these players, Fletcher, Landry and Taylor are must-start Fantasy IDP options. Definitely use them in Week 9 when Washington plays the Jets in New Jersey.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher returned an interception 27 yards for a touchdown during a Week 7 win over the Cardinals. He totaled 13 tackles (10 solo) in the game and now has 52 tackles with two interceptions on the season.
Analysis: Fletcher has 100 or more tackles in his last seven seasons and he is well on his way to making that eight straight seasons. He is a must-start Fantasy LB.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher had five tackles Sunday against Green Bay.
Analysis: Fletcher is a No. 1 LB in IDP leagues and will look to put up better stats in Week 7 against Arizona.
News: Redskins LB London Fletcher totaled 10 tackles (five solo) and one interception during a Week 3 loss to the Giants. He now has 28 tackles through three games.
Analysis: Fletcher-Baker is starting in 88 percent of IDP leagues for a reason -- he's a tackling machine. He might not get too many sacks and is good for the occasional pick, but he'll consistently give you double-digit tackles. He is a No. 1 LB who should start every week, except when Washington is on a bye which happens Week 4.
News: Washington LB London Fletcher-Baker racked up 12 tackles in the Redskins' Week 1 OT victory over Miami.
Analysis: Fletcher-Baker is starting in 82 percent of IDP leagues for a reason -- he's a tackling machine. He might not get too many sacks, but he'll consistently give you double-digit tackles. He is a No. 1 LB who should start every week, including Washington's Week 2 matchup at Philadelphia.
News: Linebacker London Fletcher-Baker agreed to a five-year, $25 million contract with the Washington Redskins on Friday. Fletcher fills a need at middle linebacker, where Lemar Marshall regressed last year in his second season since Antonio Pierce's departure. Fletcher is small for the position -- 5-foot-10 and 245 pounds -- and will turn 32 in May, but he has been reliably solid over nine NFL seasons with Buffalo and the St. Louis Rams. He's yet to miss a game in his NFL career and has started every game since 2001.
Analysis: Last year, Fletcher-Baker had 146 total tackles (104 solo) with two sacks, a fumble recovery, four interceptions (with one going for a TD) and seven passes defensed. Put simply, Fletcher-Baker is a tackling machine who will bring loads of points to a Fantasy team. Best of all, because he's not a superstar like Brian Urlacher, Ray Lewis or Zach Thomas, owners can get him at a great value in drafts. No matter where he signs, view him as a No. 1 Fantasy LB worth an early- to middle-round pick in all IDP leagues.
News: The Washington Post reports that the Redskins will meet with LB London Fletcher-Baker and could sign him as soon as Friday. Last year, Fletcher-Baker had 146 total tackles (104 solo) with two sacks, a fumble recovery, four interceptions (with one going for a TD) and seven passes defensed.
Analysis: Put simply, Fletcher-Baker is a tackling machine who will bring loads of points to a Fantasy team regardless of where he plays. Best of all, because he's not a superstar like Brian Urlacher, Ray Lewis or Zach Thomas, owners can get him at a great value in drafts. No matter where he signs, view him as a No. 1 Fantasy LB worth an early- to middle-round pick in all IDP leagues.
News: The Washington Post reports that the Redskins' annual free-agent spending spree will start with them trying to land LB London Fletcher-Baker and CB Nate Clements, both unrestricted free agents who played for the Buffalo Bills in 2006. Redskins defensive coordinator Gregg Williams coached both players when he was the head coach in Buffalo three years ago.
Analysis: Fletcher-Baker's tackle totals keeps him towards the top of linebacker scoring in Fantasy IDP leagues. Regardless of where he plays in 2007, consider him a No. 1 Fantasy LB.
News: The Bills defense yielded 327 yards and 19 points to the Ravens in a Week 17 loss. They didn't do much else outside of an interception by LB London Fletcher-Baker, who also had eight tackles.
Analysis: The Bills will be viewed as a No. 2 Fantasy DST heading into next season. Fletcher-Baker will be a high-end Fantasy LB on Draft Day 2007.
News: Notable Bills defenders from Week 16 include: FS Donte Whitner (14 total tackles), LB London Fletcher-Baker (seven total tackles) and DE Aaron Schobel (four total tackles, sack).
Analysis: These players should be used in IDP league play at Baltimore in Week 17.
News: The Bills DST shutout the Dolphins 21-0 with one sack and two interceptions. LB London Fletcher-Baker had 10 tackles. LB Keith Ellison had eight tackles and an interception. LB Takeo Spikes had six tackles. DB Nate Clements had an interception. DL Aaron Schobel had three tackles and a sack. DB Terrence McGee had six tackles. DB Donte Whitner had seven tackles. DL Chris Kelsay had three tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Bills DST a low-end No. 1 option for Week 16 against Tennessee and use all regular IDP players as needed.
News: The Bills DST recovered one fumble and had two sacks against San Diego. DL Chris Kelsay had three tackles and recovered a fumble. DB Nate Clements had seven tackles. DL Aaron Schobel had four tackles and a sack. DL Ryan Denney had three tackles and a sack. LB Takeo Spikes had nine tackles. LB London Fletcher-Baker had seven tackles. DB Donte Whitner had seven tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Bills a No. 2 DST option for Week 14 against the Jets. Use all IDP players as needed.
News: The Bills defense allowed 21 points and 397 total yards in Week 11 against the Texans. DL Larry Tripplett and DL Aaron Schobel picked up sacks for the Bills, while DB Nate Clements had an interception and a fumble recovery. LB London Fletcher-Baker led all tacklers with 10.
Analysis: Consider the Bills DST a No. 2 Fantasy option in Week 12 against the Jaguars. Schobel, Clements and Fletcher-Baker are all solid Fantasy IDP options.
News: The Bills DST held the Colts to 17 points. LB Angelo Crowell had 13 tackles and forced a fumble. LB London Fletcher-Baker had 14 tackles. DL Aaron Schobel had two tackles and forced a fumble. DB Terrence McGee had six tackles and recovered a fumble. He also had four kickoff returns for an average of 36.8 yards and a long of 88. DL Chris Kelsay had three tackles. LB Takeo Spikes had nine tackles. DB Nate Clements had five tackles. DB Donte Whitner had four tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Bills DST a good sleeper for Week 11 against Houston and use all regular IDP players.
News: Bills defenders who did well in Week 10 include: LB London Fletcher-Baker (14 total tackles, interception-return for a touchdown), CB Nate Clements (nine total tackles), CB Terence McGee (six tackles), LB Takeo Spikes (nine total tackles), DE Aaron Schobel (four tackles, two sacks, fumble recovery) and SS Ko Simpson (six tackles, interception).
Analysis: Fletcher-Baker and Clements are must-start Fantasy defenders. Spikes, McGee and Schobel should start in most leagues, too. Expect these guys to be very busy when they play at Indy in Week 10.
News: The Bills DST gave up 28 points against the Patriots with four sacks. London Fletcher-Baker had nine tackles and a sack. DL Chris Kelsay had five tackles and a sack. And DL Aaron Schobel had five tackles and two sacks.
Analysis: The Bills have a bye in Week 8 but consider the DST a good option in Week 9 against Green Bay. All these players should be started in IDP leagues.
News: The Buffalo Bills defense had a tough time in Week 6 stopping the Lions offense giving up 397 total yards and 20 points. The Bills were able to come up with three sacks and one interception, but it just wasn't enough as the Lions won 20-17. DB Donte Whitner led everyone with eight tackles, while London Fletcher-Baker, Aaron Schobel and Chris Kelsay all had sacks. Ko Simpson got the team's lone interception.
Analysis: The Bills defense played better in Week 6 than they did in Week 5 as the Bears ripped dropped 40 points on them. Still, the Bills DST is at best a bye-week replacement heading into Week 7, where they play the Patriots. Whitner and Fletcher-Baker are decent Fantasy IDP options on a weekly basis, while Schobel and Kelsay should be used more in bye-week replacement situations.
News: In Week 5 play at Chicago, Bills rookie SS Ko Simpson totaled 11 tackles while teammate Donte Whitner has eight solo hits and LB London Fletcher had nine total tackles. LB Angelo Crowell and DE Aaron Schobel each had a sack.
Analysis: All of these players are useful in deeper Fantasy leagues, whereas Fletcher and Schobel are better in regular IDP leagues. Watch for Simpson and Whitner in keeper leagues -- both should be fantastic in those kind of formats.
News: Bills LB London Fletcher-Baker had eight tackles against Miami on Sunday.
Analysis: With LB Takeo Spikes (hamstring) injured, Fletcher-Baker is a good starting option in IDP leagues.
News: The Bills DST scored a TD against the Patriots when LB London Fletcher-Baker recovered a Tom Brady fumble in the end zone in the first quarter. The Bills also got sacks from DE Chris Kelsay, DE Aaron Schobel and LB Takeo Spikes. DB Donte Whitner also had an interception.
Analysis: The Bills DST still gave up 17 points to the Patriots offense. The Dolphins should also be able to score against the Bills next week, so keep the Buffalo DST reserved in all Fantasy leagues.
News: BuffaloBills.com reports LB London Fletcher did not participate in the team's voluntary offseason minicamp. He was one of four veterans who did not attend.
Analysis: Fletcher finished 2005 with 104 solo tackles (157 total), four sacks, two fumble recoveries with a forced fumble, an interception and a pair of pass deflections. He should remain the centerpiece of the Bills defense, and is a reliable No. 1 LB option for owners in 2006.
News: Bills LB London Fletcher finished 2005 with 104 solo tackles (157 total), four sacks, two fumble recoveries with a forced fumble, an interception and a pair of pass deflections.
Analysis: Fletcher should remain the centerpiece of the Bills defense, and is a reliable No. 1 LB option for owners in 2006.
News: London Fletcher recorded nine tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 37-27 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.
Analysis: Fletcher is a nice choice in all IDP leagues for Week 17 at the N.Y. Jets
News: London Fletcher had seven tackles in Week 15 vs. Denver.
Analysis: Fletcher is a tackling machine, so he should be starting for Fantasy owners in Week 16 at Cincinnati.
News: Bills stud LB London Fletcher recorded 14 total tackles and an interception vs. New England in Week 14.
Analysis: Fletcher was on the field for a long time and made a lot of big plays against a good offense. That's the kind of formula you want your linebacker to have in Fantasy Football. Definitely start Fletcher vs. Denver in Week 15.
News: LB London Fletcher posted the fourth multi-sack game of his career by registering 1 1/2 sacks, with the half-sack resulting in a safety at Miami. Fletcher now has 3 1/2 sacks this season, which ties his season-high from last year.
Analysis: Fletcher is a tackling machine, so he should be starting for Fantasy owners no matter what.
News: Bills LB London Fletcher has 12 total tackles and two sacks at Miami in Week 13.
Analysis: Despite being on a losing team, Fletcher is one of the most attractive LB options in IDP leagues, and should start on a weekly basis.
News: London Fletcher has recorded 53 total tackles in his past three starts for the Buffalo Bills. He has 107 on the season.
Analysis: Fletcher is a must-start linebacker in all IDP leagues.
News: Bills LB London Fletcher missed the second half of his game at Tampa Bay with an undisclosed injury.
Analysis: He was replaced by Angelo Crowell. No word on the status of Fletcher for Week 3 vs. Atlanta.
News: According to the Buffalo News, Bills linebacker London Fletcher had 21 tackles, including 15 solo, in the Week 5 loss to the New York Jets.
Analysis: Those numbers matched his career high that he establsihed against the San Francisco 49ers while playing for the St. Louis Rams in 2001.
