News: The Broncos inked cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie to a one-year, $5 million deal, ESPN reports.
Analysis: 'DRC' has never been known for his tackling prowess (51 total hits or less per year) but has always been excellent against the pass, breaking up at least 17 passes and picking off at least three interceptions in four of five seasons. With the Broncos' defense expected to be in a number of situations where they're playing against the pass, figure Rodgers-Cromartie to put up some decent numbers. He's actually quite valuable in leagues that don't reward tackles but lags behind the hard-hitting defensive backs in leagues that do.
News: Eagles cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie totaled two tackles (one solo) and one pass defense Week 6 vs. Detroit. He now has eight pass defenses and three interceptions in six games.
Analysis: DRC's Fantasy ownership remains a bit low because of his lack of tackles. He is doing well in pass defense, but if he doesn't get an interception or swats away multiple passes, then DRC usually has a poor Fantasy day. He continues to be a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Eagles defensive back Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie had three tackles Sunday at the Steelers in Week 5. They were all solo stops.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie now has 10 tackles on the season. He is not worth using in most IDP leagues in Week 6 against the Lions.
News: Eagles defensive back Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie turned in another solid performance during Sunday's contest against the Giants in Week 4. Rodgers-Cromartie picked off Eli Manning in the opening play of the fourth quarter and finished with five tackles (four solo) in a 19-17 victory.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has three interceptions on the year as he is on his way to a bounce-back campaign in 2012, after posting career-lows in tackles and interceptions in 2011. Rodgers-Cromartie is off to a great start and should be considered as a viable IDP option in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Eagles defensive back Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie had a stellar game against the Browns on Sunday, intercepting two Brandon Weeden passes and recording a tackle.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie had career-lows in tackles and interceptions in 2011, but several reports suggested that the unit didn't have time to mesh because of the truncated preseason. Rodgers-Cromartie looks determined to put last season behind him, and is off to a great start. Just beware: the Eagles took apart a weak Browns offense on Sunday. They may face a tougher challenge against the Ravens in Week 2.
News: Eagles defensive back Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was back in practice this week after injury his shoulder against the Patriots, and he was able to suit up and start in Friday’s preseason game against the Browns as a result. Rodgers-Cromartie accrued no statistics in the game, despite playing with the first team in the game.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartiehas been pretty quiet recently, as he posted career lows in tackles and interceptions last season, so the good news is that he was able to get onto the field again. DRC is expected to return to a full-time starting role this season, but is still more of a late-round option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Eagles coach Andy Reid told reporters cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, who injured his shoulder Monday against the Browns, is OK and will practice Wednesday.
Analysis: DRC had a career-low 28 tackles and no interceptions in his first season with the Eagles in 2012. He had some injury issues, but mostly the drop in production was because the Eagles were stacked at cornerback. Well, Asante Samuel is no longer in town, so DRC should be a full-time starter again in 2012. Hopefully, his stats will be on the rise. DRC will be overlooked on Draft Day, but he could end up as a steal in the late rounds of IDP formats.
News: Eagles defensive back Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie left Monday's preseason game at New England in the second quarter with a shoulder injury. He had one pass defended in the game prior to leaving. Rodgers-Cromartie should be fine for the regular season.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is entering his second season with the Eagles after playing in 13 games last year. Rodgers-Cromartie picked up 28 tackles last season with no interceptions for the first time in his career. He has low-end Fantasy value in IDP formats heading into the regular season.
News: Eagles DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was listed among the inactives for Week 12 against the Patriots. It was the second straight game he missed due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is expected to miss some time with this injury so keep an eye on his status going forward. He has 20 tackles with a sack on the year and should be considered a low-end Fantasy DB in IDP formats, when healthy.
News: Eagles CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie will be sidelined "for a while" because of his ankle injury, coach Andy Reid said on Monday.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie missed the Giants game in Week 11 and was replaced as slot defender by Joselio Hanson, who could have that job the rest of the season. DRC has lost a lot of Fantasy appeal since joining the Eagles since he has to share time at CB with Nmandi Asomugha and Asante Samuel. He has minimal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Eagles DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie has been ruled out for Week 11 at N.Y. Giants because of an ankle injury he sustained Week 10.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie said Monday that he suffered torn ankle ligaments in Week 10, which is an injury that could keep him out several weeks. DRC has lost a lot of Fantasy appeal since joining the Eagles since he has to share time at CB with Nmandi Asomugha and Asante Samuel. He has minimal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Eagles DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie said Monday that he suffered torn ankle ligaments during the Eagles' loss to Arizona in Week 10, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. Rodgers-Cromartie left in the third quarter of Sunday's game with an ankle sprain after a player landed on his leg. It's unclear how long he will be sidelined. "As I went through the wedge, somebody rolled on it," Rodgers-Cromartie said.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie said he will wear a walking boot "for a few days, until I start walking better" and he is likely to miss Week 11 against the Giants -- and possibly more. The cornerback was having his finest outing of the season against his former team and recorded his first sack of the season before the injury. Fantasy owners should monitor his status, but he remains a low-end option in IDP formats.
News: Philadelphia DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie left in the third quarter of Week 10 against Arizona with an apparent ankle injury. Rodgers-Cromartie gingerly walked off the field and was reportedly having X-rays on the ailing area. He is questionable to return.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie was unable to complete an entire game against his former team and finished with three tackles and a sack before departing. He hasn't produced glaring defensive stats and is still without an interception this year. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Eagles DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was credited with three tackles in Week 3 against the Giants. He had totaled two tackles coming in.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has managed just one pass defensed this season. Even with Nnamdi Asomugha on opposite him, opposing quarterbacks have not been throwing the ball his way enough for him to rack up significant IDP totals. Rodgers-Cromartie remains a low-end option for now despite what he means to the Eagles secondary. It simply does not add up to much IDP production.
News: Eagles DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was active for Week 2 against the Falcons. He sat out practice earlier in the week due to a sprained ankle.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie recorded no stats in the season opener but he is a key piece in one of the better secondaries in the league. He appears to be over his ankle injury so feel free to get him active in IDP formats.
News: Eagles DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie told reporters on Thursday that he will indeed play in the Week 2 game against the Falcons, despite a sprained ankle. He sat out of practice on Wednesday, but he saw limited action on Thursday and managed to practice in full on Friday. Still, the team listed Rodgers-Cromartie as questionable heading into the anticipated matchup.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie did not stat in Week 1 against the Rams despite seeing extensive playing time. He is still working his way into the scheme in Philadelphia and he worked in the nickel spot during the week of practice. He will likely matchup with the speedy Harry Douglas more times than not Sunday night, but he may not be involved enough to warrant much Fantasy value. Rodgers-Cromartie remains a low-end option for now.
News: Eagles DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie did not record a single stat in Week 1 against the Rams, his official debut with the team. The Eagles allowed just 181 yards passing in the game.
Analysis: The Eagles have an embarrassment of riches in the secondary this season with Rodgers-Cromartie, Asante Samuel and Nnamdi Asomugha. He may eventually have more passes come his way than usual with opposing QBs trying to avoid the likes of Asomugha, but looks like a low-end No. 2 DB in the early stages for IDP owners.
News: New Eagles CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was playing the slot receiver in the nickel defense during Sunday's practice, which he didn't do in Arizona for the last three seasons. "It's a lot more complicated and it's definitely an adjustment," he said. "But when you get down to it, it's still just football."
Analysis: The team has not formally decided how they will get Rodgers-Cromartie, Asante Samuel and Nnamdi Asomugha on the field, but the three played together briefly in Thursday's preseason game against the Ravens. The good news for Rodgers-Cromartie is that any corner playing opposite Asomugha will see plenty of passes. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on the unit's progress, though the speedy defender is too good to be left on the waiver wire on Draft Day no matter where he lines up.
News: As expected, the Cardinals and Eagles completed a deal Thursday to send QB Kevin Kolb to Arizona for CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie and a second-round pick. The speedy corner is expected to start at left corner opposite Asante Samuel in the attacking Philadelphia defense.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is one of the fastest players in the NFL with top-notch ball skills, but he suffered a bit of a letdown in 2010 after a stellar sophomore campaign in '09. Still, his aggressive style of play warrants consideration as at least a reserve DB in IDP formats, worth a late pick on Draft Day. Rodgers-Cromartie has 13 interceptions over his first three seasons, with four of the picks returned for touchdowns.
News: FOX Sports and ESPN are both reporting that the trade between the Eagles and Cardinals involving Kevin Kolb is official. The Eagles will deal Kolb to the Cardinals for CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie and a second-round pick. Rodgers-Cromartie is expected to vie for the starting cornerback job opposite Asante Samuel.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has some great skills, but he hasn't quite translated them into consistent play on the field. We suspect defenses will take some shots at him in Philadelphia, which will result in some chances for DRC to make some plays. We ultimately believe he's nothing more than a reserve Fantasy DB worth a late pick in drafts, but if the Eagles can tap into his upside then he'll be better than that.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie made just three tackles, all solo, in the Cardinals season finale on Sunday. DRC would be credited with one defended pass, but would not be a big factor in the game. The Cardinals would lose to the 49ers, 38-7, as the secondary allowed Alex Smith to pass for 276 yards and two scores.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie finished the year with 44 tackles, three interceptions and two touchdowns. The scores were a plus and pretty much saved DRC when it came to Fantasy relevance. Heading into 2011, Fantasy owners should consider DRC with a late-round pick in IDP formats.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie played a major role in the Week 16 win over Dallas on Saturday night. Rodgers-Cromartie got things started for the Cardinals when he intercepted Jon Kitna's first pass of the game. The pass was to Miles Austin, who fell on the play leaving Rodgers-Cromartie alone for the pick. Rodgers-Cromartie took the ball 32 yards for the defensive touchdown. He finished the game with three tackles.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie's interception for a touchdown was one of two in the first quarter for the Cardinals against Kitna. It was also Rodgers-Cromartie's second interception returned for a score this season, doing it back in Week 5 against the Saints as well. He now has three interceptions on the year. Unfortunately, the picks and touchdowns are too infrequent for him to be a solid Fantasy IDP option due to his lack of tackling.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie had another quiet outing on Sunday. He managed just two tackles and defended one pass in Arizona's 43-13 win over Denver. He's been dealing with a shoulder injury over the last few weeks, which may still be bothering him.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie hasn't missed a game for Arizona this year, but he has just 38 tackles and two interceptions to his credit. At this time, even with the Panthers up next for the Cardinals, DRC is barely worth using in Fantasy IDP leagues. Continue viewing him as a low-end DB option.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was relatively quiet in Week 13 against the Rams. Rodgers-Cromartie, who has been dealing with a shoulder injury over the past few games, had just two tackles in the 19-6 loss.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has yet to miss a game this season despite being banged up for most of the year. Teams have been shying away from Rodgers-Cromartie and testing CB Greg Toler on a weekly basis, which has limited DRC's production thus far. Consider him a low-end Fantasy DB heading into Week 14 against the Cardinals.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (shoulder) has officially been ruled active for Week 13 against the Rams. Rodgers-Cromartie missed practice Wednesday and Thursday with a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has yet to miss a game this season despite being banged up for most of the year. Teams have been shying away from Rodgers-Cromartie and testing CB Greg Toler on a weekly basis, which has limited DRC's production thus far. Consider him a low-end Fantasy CB against the Rams.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (shoulder) was listed as probable for Week 13 against the Rams after practicing in full for the first time this week on Friday. Rodgers-Cromartie has yet to miss a game this season.
Analysis: It's not hard to see why DRC's stats are down in 2010. Teams have been shying away from Rodgers-Cromartie and testing CB Greg Toler on a weekly basis. DRC has proven he can be a lockdown corner, so NFL teams will test the other side of the field until Arizona proves they can stop the pass. Rodgers-Cromartie remains a low-end Fantasy DB for Week 13.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie made just one tackle in the Cardinals 27-6 loss to the 49ers on Monday night. He would block a 37-yard field goal in the third quarter, but the Cardinals offense wouldn't be able to capitalize on the momentum swing.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has 34 tackles and two interceptions on the year. He is a good cover corner, but doesn't do enough to be factored into Fantasy IDP leagues heavily. He should be viewed as a low-end DB option heading into Week 13.
News: Cardianls DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie intercepted Charlie Whitehurst on the Seahawks first drive of the second half in Week 10. That was Rodgers-Cromartie's second pick of the year and the only turnover Arizona would get against Seattle. He also had five tackles, four solo, in the 36-18 loss to the Seahawks. “They out-physicaled us, out-game planned us, you name it, they did it. They knew what was at stake," Rodgers-Cromartie said. "We knew what was at stake. The better team came out and won today.”
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie did get his second interception of the year, but with 31 tackles on the year he doesn't do enough to be a high-end Fantasy IDP option. While he was one of the few Arizona players that made an impact in Week 10, DRC should continue to be viewed as a low-end DB option.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was credited just two tackles in Week 9 at Minnesota. He was also credited with a pass defensed. He has totaled just three tackles in his last two games.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has been a reliable source for passes defensed, but teams continue to go away from him more and more as a result of his ability, which actually hurts his IDP appeal. DRC is a low-end Fantasy DB until his numbers improve.
News: Cardinals CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie only has one interception this season (six in 2009) because opponents aren't throwing the deep ball on him, thereby negating his speed. "They’re game-planning me,” he said. “They’re taking their big receivers and bodying me out and throwing the underneath routes.”
Analysis: It's not surprising that team's aren't testing Rodgers-Cromartie. Not after he posted 10 interceptions in his first 32 NFL games. He has arrived as a shutdown corner, so opposing teams will test other Cards DBs. DRC is a low-end Fantasy DB until his numbers improve.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie recorded four tackles against the Saints in Week 5 but saved his big play for when it mattered most. With his team up late in the game, the 24-year-old picked off QB Drew Brees and returned it 28 yards for a touchdown. He has scored a touchdown in each of his three seasons in the NFL.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie's interception sealed the game for Arizona on Sunday and was his first of the year. He is considered to be a lock-down corner in the NFL, but in Fantasy IDP leagues it means he will not see as many passes thrown his way. Still, his ball-hawking ability makes him a No. 2 Fantasy DB heading into a Week 7 against the Seahawks.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie registered two tackles in the Week 4 loss to the Chargers. He did not have many passes his way.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is considered to be a lock-down corner in the NFL, but in Fantasy IDP leagues it means he will not see as many passes as his fellow Cardinal DBs this season. Still, his ball-hawking ability makes him a No. 3 Fantasy DB heading into a Week 5 battle with the pass-heavy Saints.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie collected five tackles against the Rams in Week 1. He also had a pass deflection in the 17-13 win.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie recorded 48 tackles and six interceptions a year ago and has been coming into his own since being drafted in the first round in 2008. The Rams did not throw his way too many times during Week 1 and the Tennessee State product made tackles when he needed to. Having Greg Toler playing opposite of him definitely takes some plays away but Fantasy owners should continue to view Rodgers-Cromartie as a low-end option in IDP leagues for Week 2 against the Falcons.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie has totaled just three tackles in the preseason, but he does have one of the team's two interceptions. This coming after he posted a career-high six interceptions in 2009 and has 10 interceptions in his first 32 regular-season contests.
Analysis: The Cardinals have quite a battle brewing at right cornerback between Greg Toler and Trumaine McBride, but at left cornerback there is no worries. That job belongs to DRC, who is quickly becoming a shutdown corner in the NFL. The fact the opposition might test a young DB like Toler could mean bad news for Rodgers-Cromartie, who could have less passes thrown his way, which means potential for less stats. DRC enters the season as a low-end Fantasy start until we see how teams treat him.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie sprained his knee in the first half of Saturday's Divisional playoff game at New Orleans. He did not return.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie, who was already dealing with a bruised kneecap coming into Saturday, got caught from behind by a teammate who was blocked into him. He looked in some serious pain on the cart, but we have no specifics on his injury yet. When healty, DRC is a low-end No. 1 Fantasy DB, and that's what he should be drafted as with a middle-round pick in 2010 drafts.
News: Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said he expects CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie to "progress rapidly" from the bruised kneecap he suffered Sunday, when he fell on Packers TE Jermichael Finley's cleats.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is an aggressive cornerback when healthy, as he should be for his showdown with the Packers in Week 17. He ended the regular season as a low-end No. 1 Fantasy DB, and that's what he should be drafted as with a middle-round pick in 2010 drafts.
News: The Cardinals lost standout cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie to a bruised left kneecap on the third play of the game in Week 17 against the Packers. Rodgers-Cromartie, selected to the Pro Bowl in this his second NFL season, was carted off after his knee came down on the cleat of Green Bay tight end Jermichael Finley less than two minutes into the game. The loss of the player teammates call "DRC" would be devastating against Rodgers. "It's feeling a whole lot better than when it first happened," Rodgers-Cromartie said. "It's just real sore." Still, he insisted he would play next weekend in the Wild Card round of the playoffs.
Analysis: Having to leave the final game of the season was a downer for Rodgers-Cromartie, but he can't be too upset with his 2009 campaign. He is a Pro Bowl selection after totaling six interceptions. Rodgers-Cromartie has 10 picks in his first 32 games and has a bright future in the NFL. He will be no worse than a No. 2 Fantasy DB on Draft Day 2010.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie finished the Week 16 win over the Rams with three tackles, a forced fumble and an interception.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie now has six picks on the season to go with 50 tackles in 15 games. Rodgers-Cromartie is worth starting as a No. 3 Fantasy DB in IDP leagues for the Week 17 game against the Packers.
News: In the Cardinals' Week 15 win at the Lions, notable defenders included DL Kenny Iwebema (solo tackle, sack), LB Chike Okeafor (eight total tackles each), LB Clark Haggans (seven total tackles, half-sack), DB Adrian Wilson (five total tackles, half-sack) and CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (three solo tackles, two interceptions).
Analysis: Of these defenders, Okeafor, Wilson and Rodgers-Cromartie are worth starting in Week 16 vs. the Rams.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (finger) and DB Antrel Rolle (foot) are both active in Week 10 vs. Seattle. Both players were probable.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie and Rolle are quite a tandem at cornerback for Arizona. Both corners make big plays and are viable Fantasy DBs when healthy. Keep them active Week 10.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (finger) is listed as probable for Week 10 vs. Seattle. He practiced in full all week. Rodgers-Cromartie had six tackles in Week 9 against Chicago.
Analysis: It doesn't appear as though the finger issue is a big deal for Rodgers-Cromartie. Although he had just one tackle in his first game against Seattle this season, Rodgers-Cromartie is worth starting as a No. 3 Fantasy DB.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (finger) went through a full practice on Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 10 vs. Seattle. Rodgers-Cromartie had six tackles in Week 9 against Chicago.
Analysis: It doesn't appear as though the finger issue is a big deal for Rodgers-Cromartie. Although he had just one tackle in his first game against Seattle this season, Rodgers-Cromartie is worth starting as a No. 3 Fantasy DB.
News: Notable Cardinals defenders from Week 9 at Chicago include: LB Karlos Dansby, CBs Bryant McFadden and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (six solo tackles each), LB Chike Okeafor (three solo tackles, sack), LB Will Davis (three solo tackles, sack), LB Clark Haggans (two solo tackles, sack), DL Darnell Dockett (solo tackle, sack) and DB Matt Ware (solo tackle, interception). DB Adrian Wilson had five total tackles as well.
Analysis: Of these defenders, Dansby, Dockett, Wilson and Rodgers-Cromartie are reliable Fantasy options in leagues (DRC in deeper leagues) while the rest are low-end options that aren't typically reliable in Fantasy play. The Cards host the Seahawks in Week 10.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was activated and listed as a starter for Week 9 at Chicago. He had been listed as probable on the injury report with a finger injury.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is a solid DB in IDP leagues. He has been dinged up a bit this year, but Fantasy owners should roll with him as long as he is active and healthy.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie is currently dealing with a slight injury to his finger. He was able to practice in full all week, however, and is not expected to miss the team's Week 9 game at Chicago.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is a solid DB in IDP leagues. He has been dinged up a bit this year, but Fantasy owners should roll with him as long as he is active Week 9 at the Bears.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (ankle) has been listed as probable for the team's Week 8 game against the Panthers.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is a solid DB in IDP leagues. He has been dinged up a bit this year, but Fantasy owners should roll with him as long as he is active Week 8 as the Panthers will likely struggle to throw the ball.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie left Sunday's game at the Giants with an injured ankle. He finished the game with one tackle and an interception before getting hurt.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is a solid DB in IDP leagues. Hopefully he will be OK for Week 8 against Carolina. He had his ankle wrapped on the sideline and was limping around after he left the game, so hopefully he can rebound and make a quick recovery. He was dealing with a finger injury prior to the game with the Giants.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (finger) has been listed as probable for the team's Week 7 game at the Giants. He recorded his second interception of the season Week 5 and returned it 49 yards for a touchdown.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie had four interceptions as a rookie last year, and he looks like he'll improve on that number this season. He's worth adding in all Fantasy IDP leagues as a No. 2 Fantasy DB and should be ready to go Week 6.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (finger) has been listed as probable for the team's Week 6 game at Seattle. He recorded his second interception of the season Week 5 and returned it 49 yards for a touchdown.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie had four interceptions as a rookie last year, and he looks like he'll improve on that number this season He's worth adding in all Fantasy IDP leagues as a No. 2 Fantasy DB and should be ready to go Week 6.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie recorded his second interception of the season Week 5 at Arizona and returned it 49 yards for a touchdown. He finished with three solo tackles.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie had four interceptions as a rookie last year, and he looks like he'll improve on that number this year. He's worth adding in all Fantasy IDP leagues as a No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: The Cardinals team site reports that Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie practiced this week with a bulky wrap to protect the fractured finger on his right hand. However, he is expected to play and be able to catch the ball if needed Week 5 against the Texans. “We’re just trying to make sure he doesn’t do something in practice,” Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt said, explaining the current wrap, before quipping, “He hasn’t been able to catch, it didn’t seem like, the first couple of games, so I don’t know.” Rodgers-Cromartie is listed as questionable for Sunday's game.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie won't likely pick off a pass Week 5 due to the finger injury, which does limit his Fantasy value some. However, we still like him as a low-end No. 1/top-end No. 2 Fantasy DB Week 5 at home against the Texans.
News:Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie walked off the practice field Monday with his right index finger in a brace. No big deal, the second-year cornerback said, "I'll practice Wednesday." The small fracture occurred eight days earlier in Arizona's 31-10 home loss to Indianapolis, a game the player whom teammates call "DRC" would like to forget. The Colts' Peyton Manning delivered a lesson to Rodgers-Cromartie, who says he has fallen back on the bad habit of relying too much on natural ability and not enough on the technique required for the job at the NFL level.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie has struggled but is a very solid defensive back in Fantasy play because of his ability to pick the ball off. We like him as a low-end No. 1/top-end No. 2 Fantasy DB Week 5 at home against the Texans.
News: Arizona DB Antrel Rolle had seven tackles and an interception Sunday against the Colts. He was one of few Cardinals defenders who played well against Indianapolis. LB Karlos Dansby had nine tackles, DB Adrian Wilson had three tackles and DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie had five tackles.
Analysis: The Cardinals will see better days when the opponent gets easier. Keep Rolle, Dansby, Wilson and Rodgers-Cromartie reserved for Week 4 with the Cardinals on a bye. In Week 5 against Houston, keep them active in IDP leagues and look for a better performance.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie picked off a David Garrard pass in Week 2's win over the Jaguars. He added a forced fumble and 5 total tackles.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie made just two stops Week 1 but is a very solid defensive back in Fantasy play because of his ability to pick the ball off. We like him as a low-end No. 1/top-end No. 2 Fantasy DB Week 3 at home against the Colts.
News: Arizona cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie made plenty of big plays during his rookie year. As he prepares for his second NFL season, the Cardinals want Rodgers-Cromartie to pay more attention to the small ones. That means relying less on his dazzling speed and mastering techniques in practice. The coaches say an improved practice regimen will help the 23-year-old Floridian turn his potential into consistent production at one of the game's most demanding positions. "In order for him to take that step to the next level, which is an elite cornerback in this league, he has to do it every day on the practice field, every day that he's working, and then it has to show up in the games," coach Ken Whisenhunt said.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie showed flashes of stardom during his rookie season, when the once-lowly Cardinals made an improbable run to their first Super Bowl. He picked off two passes against Seattle in Week 11 and matched a franchise record with a 99-yard interception return against St. Louis in Week 14. Tackles won't come often to Rodgers-Cromartie, but other pass defense stats will. We like him as a low-end No. 1/top-end No. 2 Fantasy DB worth a mid-round pick in drafts.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie intercepted a Rams QB Marc Bulger pass and took it 99 yards the other way for a touchdown that put the game completely out of reach.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is now starting, and he looked like a veteran on the INT, reading Bulger and making his move. However, he's still a low-end Fantasy DB at this time.
News: Cardinals DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie had his second interception of QB Matt Hasselbeck with 2:05 to play Week 11 to seal a 26-20 win for Arizona. The rookie cornerback didn't record a tackle on the day he had his first career interception.
Analysis: The first-round pick is now in the starting lineup with the Cardinals secondary a little banged up due to injury. He has been pretty solid the last few weeks and might remain in the starting lineup the remainder of the season since he is the future for Arizona. Consider Rodgers-Cromartie a low-end Fantasy DB at this time.
News: According to The Sports Xchange, Cardinals DB Roderick Hood has a sore groin and might not be able to play Week 6 against the Cowboys. If he can't play, rookie Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie will take his place.
Analysis: Hood might provide excellent pass coverage, but he doesn't do enough statistically to matter in Fantasy, and neither would Rodgers-Cromartie. Leave both on waivers.
News: Arizona DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was able to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Chiefs and recorded two tackles. He had been listed as questionable for the game with an ankle injury.
Analysis: The Cardinals drafted the speedy 6-foot-2, 182-pounder with the 16th overall pick. Rodgers-Cromartie is expected to push for playing time in the defensive backfield this season and worked with the starting unit several times the past two weeks when starting cornerbacks Eric Green (personal reasons) and Rod Hood (foot) missed practice. He'll have no Fantasy appeal as a rookie and should not be drafted in any IDP format.
News:Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said first-round draft pick Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie should play Saturday in Arizona's second preseason game at Kansas City. Rodgers-Cromartie was carted off the practice field on Tuesday after suffering an ankle injury but was back on the field Wednesday.
Analysis: The Cardinals drafted the speedy 6-foot-2, 182-pounder with the 16th overall pick. Rodgers-Cromartie is expected to push for playing time in the defensive backfield this season and worked with the starting unit several times the past two weeks when starting cornerbacks Eric Green (personal reasons) and Rod Hood (foot) missed practice. He'll have no Fantasy appeal as a rookie and should not be drafted in any IDP format.
News: Arizona Cardinals rookie cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was taken off the practice field on a cart after injuring his right ankle on Tuesday. Rodgers-Cromartie, the Cardinals' top draft pick, rolled his right ankle during drills halfway through practice and did not return to the field. Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt spoke briefly after practice but provided little detail on Rodgers-Cromartie's condition. "We'll know more tomorrow," Whisenhunt said. "He tried to go but it's a little sore so we'll see tomorrow."
Analysis: The Cardinals drafted the speedy 6-foot-2, 182-pounder with the 16th overall pick. Rodgers-Cromartie is expected to push for playing time in the defensive backfield this season and worked with the starting unit several times the past two weeks when starting cornerbacks Eric Green (personal reasons) and Rod Hood (foot) missed practice. He'll have no Fantasy appeal as a rookie and should not be drafted in any IDP format.
News: CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, the team's first-round pick, isn't being counted upon to start, according to The Sports Xchange.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie likely will play behind Rod Hood and Eric Green. He'll have no Fantasy appeal as a rookie and should not be drafted in any IDP format.
News: According to the official team site, Arizona agreed to a six-year contract Friday with defensive back Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie. The cornerback, picked 16th overall, is scheduled to sign his contract Saturday and then head up to Northern Arizona University. Rodgers-Cromartie missed two practices Friday. Rodgers-Cromartie must also pass a physical in Phoenix.
Analysis: Rodgers-Cromartie is not worth a draft pick in most Fantasy leagues as he doesn't figure to rack up too many tackles. His upside comes with interceptions, but that still has him as a middle-to-late round pick in rookie drafts.
News: The Cardinals selected CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie with their first-round pick in the 2008 NFL Draft. Rodgers-Cromartie wowed us with a very fast and fluid 40-yard dash at the Combine, and the former Tennessee State product should have a shot to fit in right away with the Cardinals. He is the cousin of Chargers CB Antonio Cromartie.
Analysis: There are questions about his past, and concerns about him having just one kidney, but the Cards couldn't pass on this talented defender. Fantasywise, there won't be much to expect from him in 2008, making him a guy easy to pass on in seasonal leagues and a middle- to late-round pick in rookie-only drafts. He has the makings of a decent-INT, low-tackle DB.
