News: Cowboys defensive back Morris Claiborne finished with 10 tackles, including nine solo stops, and two passes defended during Dallas' 34-31 overtime loss to New Orleans in Week 16. It was the first time during his rookie season Claiborne topped double digits in tackles.
Analysis: Claiborne also forced a fumble as he turned in arguably his finest all-around performance of the season. He now has 50 tackles on the season, but has failed to record an interception since Week 7 at Carolina. Consider him a low-end option at this point of the season.
News: Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne had his head sandwiched between a teammate's helmet and the knee of Bengals tight end Orson Charles while diving on a tackle attempt in the third quarter of Sunday's game. Though a cart was wheeled out for him, he left under his own power holding a towel to his mouth. The Cowboys announced he had a facial laceration and was questionable to return but he never did.
Analysis: Claiborne had five total tackles at the time of his injury. Owners should keep him benched until we know more about his status. The Cowboys play vs. the Steelers in Week 15.
News: Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne scored his first career touchdown during Sunday's contest against the Eagles in Week 13. Claiborne recovered a loose ball and returned in 50 yards for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. He registered three tackles (two solo) in a 38-33 victory.
Analysis: Claiborne has turned in a solid rookie season, but has not targeted as much by opposing quarterbacks. As a result, he has just 35 tackles and an interception through his first 12 games. Fantasy owners should consider him as a low-end IDP option in deeper formats heading into Week 14 at Cincinnati.
News: Dallas rookie cornerback Morris Claiborne not only was active in Week 7 at Carolina on Sunday after dealing with a knee injury, he had his first NFL interception off Cam Newton. Claiborne also added two tackles, one solo, with two pass defensed.
Analysis: Claiborne has the chance to be a solid cornerback in the NFL, but he won't post many stats on a weekly basis. Don't plan on starting him in most IDP leagues in Week 8 against the Giants.
News: Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne was active Week 7 at Carolina despite injuring his knee Week 6. He was listed as probable.
Analysis: Claiborne is a rising cornerback, but right now he doesn't have the stats to be a big factor in Fantasy. Claiborne might be a good NFL cornerback, but that doesn't always mean he is a good Fantasy option.
News: Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne practiced in full Friday and is listed as probable for Sunday's contest against the Panthers in Week 7. Claiborne, who practiced all week, injured his left knee in Week 6 against the Ravens but is expected to suit up against Carolina.
Analysis: The rookie has just 12 tackles on the year and has yet to come up with his first career interception. Claiborne should be ready to go and is considered merely as a low-end option in deeper IDP formats heading into Week 7.
News: Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne hurt his left knee at Baltimore in Week 6, crumpling in the end zone while defending Torrey Smith, who scored on the play. He was helped off the field and walked gingerly without applying weight to his left leg but was able to finish the game. "I just twisted it up on the turf a little bit," Claiborne said per the Dallas Morning News. "I'll be alright."
Analysis: Claiborne has had some good moments and some bad moments this year, far from the incredible player he was sought to be when he was drafted. We'll keep you posted on him.
News: Dallas defensive back Morris Claiborne (illness) is starting the Week 6 game at Baltimore. Claiborne overcame his illness and was upgraded to probable on Friday. His status for Sunday's contest was never seriously in doubt.
Analysis: Claiborne had a tough time holding Brandon Marshall in his last game against the Bears and could struggle against Anquan Boldin and Torrey Smith this week. He has 11 tackles and one pass defended on the year and is considered as merely a low-end option in deeper IDP formats heading into Week 6.
News: Cowboys defensive back Morris Claiborne was upgraded to full during Friday's practice after missing Thursday's session due to illness. Claiborne is listed as probable for Sunday's contest on the road against the Ravens in Week 6.
Analysis: It seems as if the illness is nothing of a concern for Fantasy owners as Claiborne should be good to go come Sunday. Claiborne had a tough time holding Brandon Marshall in his last game against the Bears and could struggle against Anquan Boldin and Torrey Smith this week. He has 11 tackles and one pass defended on the year and is considered as merely a low-end option in deeper IDP formats heading into Week 6.
News: Cowboys defensive back Morris Claiborne was not much of a factor in Week 4 against the Bears. Claiborne finished with four tackles -- three solo -- in the 34-18 defeat, but was not credited with a pass defended. He now has 11 tackles and one pass defended on the year.
Analysis: Claiborne had a real tough time holding Brandon Marshall in check Monday night as the veteran gave the rookie a schooling. Still, the rookie has played pretty well for the Cowboys thus far and has showed off his versatility by playing safety and cornerback. However, Claiborne is a perfect example of a player who is extremely important to the success of his team but not to Fantasy owners. With just 11 tackles -- nine solo -- and one pass defended on the year, he should not be starting in most formats when Dallas takes on Baltimore in Week 6. The Cowboys have a bye in Week 5.
News: Dallas defensive back Morris Claiborne had two tackles during his pro debut during the Cowboys' 28-20 preseason loss at San Diego on Saturday night. Claiborne, the team's sixth overall selection in last April's draft, was held out of the preseason opener with a knee injury. "That’s behind me now," Claiborne said after the game. "I missed a lot of time, but I can’t sit back and dwell and wish I could get those snaps back."
Analysis: With Dallas in desperate need of improvement with its secondary, the Cowboys chose to play it safe with the highly touted rookie out of LSU and eased him back into the lineup. The 22-year-old said he is eager for the challenege. "I was looking for them to come after me every snap," he said. Claiborne carries high expectations this season and is worth a late-round pick in deeper IDP drafts as he holds significant upside.
News: Dallas did the smart thing in Monday's preseason opener at Oakland and kept rookie cornerback Morris Claiborne out with a knee injury. Claiborne returned to practice over the weekend and is OK after suffering a sprained MCL in his left knee. That said, the Cowboys will give the rookie another week to get over the issue before possibly getting him into his first preseason game.
Analysis: Claiborne reported feeling fine over the weekend and we're sure he'll be ready to go when the lights come on, unless he suffers some other injury before that can happen. He is expected to start in the secondary for Dallas, and has plenty of potential as a playmaker. In dynasty/keeper leagues we like him as a middle- to late-round pick, and he's a Top-25 pick in rookie-only drafts.
News: Cowboys defensive back Morris Claiborne was back in practice Saturday for the first time in a week since suffering a sprained MCL in his left knee. Claiborne told the Fort Worth Star-Telegram that he has freedom of movement in the knee. “I felt like I could turn and run,” said Claiborne, whose lateral movement had been limited by the injury. “All the swelling is gone. I’m feeling good.”
Analysis: The coaching staff limited his reps in practice, and it is not known if he has been cleared for contact, but it seems like he is starting to put the injury behind him. He may be limited in practice for the next few days, but as long as he avoids a setback, he should be fine moving forward. He is expected to start in the secondary for Dallas, and has plenty of potential as a playmaker. In dynasty/keeper leagues we like him as a middle- to late-round pick, and he's a Top-25 pick in rookie-only drafts.
News: Dallas Cowboys rookie cornerback Morris Claiborne could miss at least a week with a sprained left knee. Claiborne watched the team's walk-through practice Saturday morning standing by a coach. He says it's frustrating to miss more time. Claiborne got hurt toward the end of practice Wednesday, then got treatment the following day, an off day for the team. After trying to practice Friday, he came off the field and later had an MRI that revealed a sprained MCL.
Analysis: The Cowboys drafted Claiborne with the sixth overall pick in April after trading up eight spots and giving up their second-round pick. He missed offseason workouts while recovering from wrist surgery, but is still expected to be a starter. He has the potential to be as dynamic a playmaker as a rookie if healthy. In dynasty/keeper leagues we like him as a middle- to late-round pick, and he's a Top-25 pick in rookie-only drafts.
News: Cowboys rookie cornerback Morris Claiborne was limited during Friday's practice with a knee injury and will undergo an MRI for further evaluation. “He got treatment on it yesterday,” head coach Jason Garrett said. “His knee flared up a little bit on him. He tried to go today in the early part of practice. We took him out of it.”
Analysis: The coaches and trainers don't seem concerned with his status and they feel as if this injury is minor. Claiborn will have an MRI on his knee as a precaution so keep an eye on his status moving forward. He has the potential to be as dynamic a playmaker as Peterson was as a rookie if healthy. In dynasty/keeper leagues we like him as a middle- to late-round pick, and he's a Top-25 pick in rookie-only drafts.
News: When Cowboys rookie cornerback Morris Claiborne comes to training camp, he'll already have been cleared to practice. The Dallas Morning News reports Claiborne's surgically repaired wrist won't hold him back when he practices this summer after missing offseason work.
Analysis: Claiborne should do for the Cowboys what college teammate Patrick Peterson did for the Cardinals. He has the potential to be as dynamic a playmaker as Peterson was as a rookie. Some scouts think he needs to add a little bulk to his frame, but much of his game is NFL ready and as a result he could start right away. He's not a bad No. 3 Fantasy DB to start this season -- grab him with a late pick in one-year formats. In dynasty/keeper leagues we like him as a middle- to late-round pick, and he's a Top-25 pick in rookie-only drafts.
News: The Cowboys moved up in the 2012 NFL Draft and took LSU cornerback Morris Claiborne with the sixth overall pick. Claiborne has the rep of being a shut-down cornerback thanks in part to his physical style and quality production (six of his 11 career interceptions came last season and 274 yards came on those INTs). And after former teammate Patrick Peterson won the Jim Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back in 2010, Claiborne won it in 2011. He's also an accomplished returner, averaging 28.8 yards last year on kickoff returns, including a 99-yard touchdown.
Analysis: Claiborne should do for the Cowboys what Peterson did for the Cardinals. He has the potential to be as dynamic a playmaker as Peterson was as a rookie. Some scouts think he needs to add a little bulk to his frame, but much of his game is NFL ready and as a result he could start right away. He's not a bad No. 3 Fantasy DB to start this season -- grab him with a late pick in one-year formats. In dynasty/keeper leagues we like him as a middle- to late-round pick, and he's an early-round pick in rookie-only drafts.
News: All signs point to LSU cornerback Morris Claiborne being the top defensive player taken in the draft. Claiborne has the rep of being a shut-down cornerback thanks in part to his physical style and quality production (six of his 11 career interceptions came last season and 274 yards came on those INTs). And after former teammate Patrick Peterson won the Jim Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back in 2010, Claiborne won it in 2011. He's also an accomplished returner, averaging 28.8 yards last year on kickoff returns, including a 99-yard touchdown.
Analysis: It's probably safe to assume that Claiborne will be touted as highly as Patrick Peterson was last season, and he has the potential to be as dynamic a playmaker as Peterson was as a rookie. Some scouts think he needs to add a little bulk to his frame, but much of his game is NFL ready and as a result he could start right away. He's not a bad No. 3 Fantasy DB to start this season -- grab him with a late pick in one-year formats. In dynasty/keeper leagues we like him as a middle- to late-round pick, and he's an early-round pick in rookie-only drafts.
