Height/Weight: 6-4/243
| Birthdate: 1/10/1977
| Birthplace: Torrance, CA, USA
| Team: San Francisco
| College: Colorado State
| NFL Experience: 14
| Owned/Started%: 0/0 | Average Draft Position: 426.00
News: San Francisco linebacker Clark Haggans was forced out of Sunday's contest at New England in Week 15 with an apparent shoulder injury. Haggans sustained the injury in the second half and did not return to the game. He failed to record a tackle on the night.
Analysis: Haggans provides depth at linebacker for the Niners and barely sees enough time on the field to make any sort of impact. He'll likely land on the injury report heading into Week 16. Either way, the 35-year-old should be ignored in all formats, healthy or not.
News: The 49ers announced Tuesday linebacker Clark Haggans, who finished serving a three-game suspension, was added back to the 53-man roster. Linebacker Eric Bakhtiari was waived to clear a roster spot.
Analysis: Haggans will provide depth at linebacker for San Francisco, but there is no need to add him in Fantasy at this time. Bakhtiari was just linebacker depth before being waived and also had no Fantasy appeal.
News: San Francisco linebacker Clark Haggans, who was added just before the season started, will miss the team's next three games after being suspended for violating the league's substance abuse policy, reports the Sacramento Bee. "Earlier today the team was made aware of the NFL's decision to suspend Clark Haggans for three games," 49ers general manager Trent Baalke said in a statement. "We were certainly aware that this decision was a possibility as we evaluated Clark prior to adding him to our roster. Therefore, we are prepared to move forward accordingly."
Analysis: Haggans, 35, was added to the roster to help out after Parys Haralson tore his triceps. He is not a viable Fantasy option in IDP formats, even when active.
News: Former Arizona linebacker Clark Haggans, who was cut by the Cardinals Friday, has resurfaced with the San Francisco 49ers Sunday. Haggans, pending a physical, is being signed by the Niners, reports the Sacramento Bee.
Analysis: Haggans will provide depth at the linebacker spot for a team that needs it. That said, he's still not expected to impact Fantasy rosters. Haggans shouldn't put up numbers worthy of usage in Fantasy IDP leagues this season.
News: The Cards re-signed outside linebacker Clark Haggans to a one-year contract Tuesday, giving the team a valuable veteran mentor to tutor young OLBs Sam Acho and O'Brien Schofield. To make roster room, the team released LB Broderick Binns.
Analysis: Haggans has been a decent Fantasy option in the past but shouldn't be a factor now that he's a backup in Arizona.
News: Cardinals LB Clark Haggans tallied three solo tackles in Week 13 versus the Cowboys. One of those tackles was a sack on QB Tony Romo. Arizona won the game, 19-13.
Analysis: Haggans has just two sacks on the season and 35 tackles. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues can continue to ignore Haggans as he doesn't bring enough to the table to warrant much attention.
News: The Arizona Republic reports that the agent for LB Clark Haggans said that he is confident his client will not face discipline from the NFL, contrary to a report. Yahoo!Sports reported Haggans is one of eight NFL players who could face discipline for transgressions committed during the lockout.
Analysis: Haggans was cited for a speeding incident in Las Vegas. He was rushing home from a concert to attend to a family emergency, according to his agent. Not a significant Fantasy option anyway, he is a player to be avoided until his situation is sorted out.
News: Cardinals LB Clark Haggans recorded his fourth sack of the season in Week 14 against Denver. That was his only tackle of the game. The Cardinals would win the game, 43-13.
Analysis: Haggans has 39 tackles and his four sacks in 10 games for Arizona. At this stage of the game, he is not a Fantasy option in any IDP league. Continue to ignore him.
News: Cardinals LB Clark Haggans made his third sack of the season on Monday night against the 49ers. He had four tackles, all solo, in Arizona's 27-6 loss to San Francisco. The defense was on the field for 39 minutes.
Analysis: Haggans has 33 tackles on the year to go with his three sacks. He is not a player to be owned in any Fantasy IDP league. Continue to ignore him heading into Week 13.
News: Arizona LB Clark Haggans has officially has been ruled active for Week 12 against the Cardinals. Haggans has missed three of the last four games with a groin injury.
Analysis: Haggans has minimal Fantasy value and can be ignored in most Fantasy leagues, even when healthy.
News: Arizona OLB Will Davis broke his left leg against the Chiefs and is expected to be out for the season. Coach Ken Whisenhunt said Monday that X-rays showed a fractured fibula. Davis started the game in place of Clark Haggans, who has missed three of the last four games with a groin injury. Whisenhunt said he expects Haggans back this week against the 49ers and, with rookie O'Brien Schofield now the backup, does not anticipate adding another player at that position. Davis, a sixth-round draft pick out of Illinois in 2009, had started the three games that Haggans was injured.
Analysis: Haggans has minimal Fantasy value and is not worth using in most IDP leagues even though he should return as the starter with Davis out. Ignore him in Week 12 against the 49ers.
News: Cardinals LB Clark Haggans (groin) was listed as inactive for Week 9 at Minnesota. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report.
Analysis: Haggans' specialty is as a pass rush LB, although his numbers are taking a hit this year. He has just two sacks on the season. Continue to ignore him in even larger IDP formats.
News: Cardinals OLB Clark Haggans (groin) did not practice again on Thursday (his fifth straight missed practice), leaving his status for Sunday's game against the Vikings in doubt. He was unable to play in Week 8 because of the injury.
Analysis: Haggans' specialty is as a pass rush LB, although his numbers are taking a hit this year. He has just two sacks on the season. Continue to ignore him in Week 9 against the Vikings.
News: Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said Monday he does not know if OLB Clark Haggans (groin) will be able to play in Week 9 against the Vikings. Haggans did not play in Week 8 against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Haggans has 29 tackles on the season with two sacks and a forced fumble. While he can be a decent source for sacks, Haggans doesn't rack up enough tackles to considered anything other than a low-end Fantasy LB. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his status heading into Week 9.
News: Cardinals LB Clark Haggans (groin) didn't practice again on Thursday, leaving his status for Week 8 against the Bucs in jeopardy. Coach Ken Whisenhunt said Haggans could play without practicing because he "knows the system." If he can't go, Will Davis would be his replacement.
Analysis: Haggans is most useful to the Cardinals as a pass-rushing linebacker. He usually isn't a tackling machine, but he can get anywhere from 5-9 sacks per season. He is a low-end Fantasy LB when healthy.
News: Cardinals LB Clark Haggans registered eight tackles (six solo) in the Week 4 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Haggans has lost a step but he has the ability to rack up tackles on a bad defense like Arizona's. He is worth a spot in Fantasy IDP leagues.
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 LB Clark Haggans totaled six tackles (four solo) and two sacks during a Week 10 win against the Seahawks. Haggans has three sacks in his last two games and 4 1/2 on the season.
Analysis: Haggans is definitely getting back into shape after his 2008 season was marred by injury. Haggans was a great linebacker for years in Pittsburgh and is starting to regain his pass-rushing form. Treat him as a low-end Fantasy LB.
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 LB Clark Haggans totaled two tackles and one sack during a Week 6 win against the Seahawks. He also had one forced fumble. Haggans has two sacks in five games.
Analysis: Haggans is finally having a good season with the Cardinals after he was plagued by injuries in 2008. He showed the ability in Pittsburgh to be a factor on defense, but Haggans still remains more of a low-end Fantasy LB since his numbers aren't yet outstanding.
News: The Arizona Cardinals have re-signed free agent linebacker Clark Haggans to a three-year contract. Haggans played in 11 games for Arizona last season, with 27 tackles, one sack and a fumble recovery. He missed the final three games of the regular season and all four postseason contests with a foot injury. The 6-foot-4, 243-pound linebacker is entering his 10th NFL season. He signed with Arizona as a free agent in 2008 after spending his first eight pro seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Analysis: Haggans doesn't post quite enough stats to warrant Fantasy use. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters.
News: The Cardinals placed LB Clark Haggans on Injured Reserve with a foot injury.
Analysis: Haggans wasn't a big stat producer for Fantasy owners to begin with, so this news shouldn't impact many.
News: The Cardinals listed the following players as inactive for Week 15 vs. Minnesota: QB Brian St. Pierre (third QB), DB Eric Green, RB Terrelle Smith, LB Pago Togafau, LB Clark Haggans, OL Brandon Keith, DL Alan Branch and TE Jerame Tuman.
Analysis: None of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy options. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: The Cardinals listed the following players as inactive for Week 12 against the Giants: QB Brian St. Pierre (third QB), WR Early Doucet, TE Leonard Pope, TE Jerame Tuman, LB Clark Haggans and DL Alan Branch.
Analysis: None of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy options. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: Cardinals LB Clark Haggans recorded his first 1 1/2 sacks of the season Week 5 against the Bills. He finished with three tackles -- two solo.
Analysis: Haggans had a decent number of sacks each year during his time with the Steelers, but he doesn't get many tackles for a linebacker. Think of him as a low-end Fantasy option.
News: The Cardinals are hoping new LB Clark Haggans will help beef up a defense that allowed 24.9 points per game last year, 26th in the NFL. The 31-year-old Haggans is expected to provide depth at linebacker. With 31 1/2 career sacks, he'll be deployed mostly as a pass rusher, much like he was in the Steelers in the past. "Clark's a good football player," head coach Ken Whisenhunt said. "I don't think it really matters that we have a history together, other than the fact that, I know in preparing (to play) the Steelers last year, we thought he was one of their better players. He was one of the guys that we were worried about. So I feel very fortunate that we have a player of his caliber on our team."
Analysis: Haggans had 71 tackles and three sacks for Pittsburgh in 2007 and would be a decent reserve Fantasy LB if he starts for the Cardinals in 2008.
News: AZCardinals.com reports that the club signed LB Clark Haggans to a one-year deal. He's expected to compete for a starting spot in camp this summer.
Analysis: Haggans had 71 tackles and three sacks for Pittsburgh in 2007 and would be a decent reserve Fantasy LB if he starts for the Cardinals in 2008.
News: According to the Tribune-Review, Steelers LB Clark Haggans, who is a free agent, will likely be playing somewhere other than Pittsburgh in 2008. "He's not going to be back," Jeff Sperbeck, Haggans' agent, said. "He had a good run, won a Super Bowl, enjoyed the people, the fans. He loved being a part of the old Steelers." Sperbeck said Haggans would leave the Steelers even though the eighth-year veteran had made it clear he wanted to stay. Sperbeck said he never heard from Steelers officials during the season, and the presence of LaMarr Woodley is likely a big reason for that. Haggans is 12th on the Steelers' all-time sacks list (32.5), but he had just 10 the last two seasons combined after recording 10.5 during the team's Super Bowl season in 2005. He finished 2007 with 58 tackles (36 solo) and four sacks.
Analysis: Keep an eye on where Haggans ends up in 2008. Where he goes will determine how much Fantasy value he has in IDP leagues.
News: Steelers LB Clark Haggans had half a sack and four tackles Week 9 against the Ravens.
Analysis: Haggans may play plenty of snaps at linebacker, but he doesn't get near enough tackles to make much of an impact in Fantasy. His four sacks so far give him some value, but think of him as a low-end IDP option for Week 10 against the Browns.
News: The Steelers allowed 221 yards of total offense and only seven points in Week 1 at Cleveland. LB James Harrison, DB Ike Taylor, DB Ryan Clark, LB James Farrior, LB Clark Haggans and DL Aaron Smith all had a sack. Taylor and DB Deshea Townsend added an interception each. DB William Gay, DB Bryant McFadden, and Smith had a fumble recovery as the Steelers totaled six sacks and five turnovers against the Browns.
Analysis: The Steelers looked good, even if it was against a sub-par offense in Cleveland. They'll look to keep the momentum going in Week 2 vs. Buffalo and remain a must-start defensive unit in all formats.
News: Steelers LB Clark Haggans set career-highs in 2006 with 76 total tackles (53 solo) and his first interception. He also added 6.5 sacks and one fumble recovery. Haggans could play a bigger role in 2007 if the Steelers decide to get rid of Joey Porter.
Analysis: With the Steelers changing from a 3-4 to a 4-3, Haggans could see a change in his role. For now, consider Haggans a low-end No. 2 LB. He finished fourth in tackles on the team last year. This could be a big year for Haggans, who will be a free agent following the 2007 season. Money is always a good motivator.
News: The Steelers inactives for Week 17 against the Bengals are QB Brian St. Pierre, DB Ryan Clarke, LB Clark Haggans and TE Jerame Tuman.
Analysis: Keep all these players reserved.
News: Steelers LB Clark Haggans (knee) has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Week 17 at Cincinnati.
Analysis: Make sure to take Haggans out of active Fantasy lineups for Week 17. He will be a LB targeted next year in Fantasy IDP leagues on Draft Day.
News: Steelers DB Ryan Clark (groin) is out, LB Clark Haggans (knee) is doubtful, LB James Harrison (shoulder) is questionable, while DB Troy Polamlu (knee), DB Andre Lott (ankle), DB Deshea Townsend (hand) and LB Clint Kriewaldt (neck) are listed as probable for Week 17 at Cincinnati.
Analysis: Usually Haggans would be a recommended Fantasy start, but since he is doubtful consider using another Fantasy option for Week 17. Polamalu and Townsend are also viable Fantasy options for Week 17. Ignore the other injured players.
News: The Steelers DST had two interceptions and a fumble recovery against the Ravens. DB Troy Polamalu had eight tackles. LB James Farrior had eight tackles. LB Joey Porter had seven tackles. DB Bryant McFadden had five tackles, a fumble recovery and an interception. DB Deshea Townsend had two tackles and an interception. DB Ike Taylor had three tackles. LB Clark Haggans had four tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Steelers a No. 1 DST option for Week 17 against the Bengals and use all regular IDP players as needed.
News: Notable Steelers defenders from Week 15 at Carolina include: LB James Farrior (eight total tackles, sack), LB Larry Foote (five total tackles, sack), DE Aaron Smith (three tackles, sack), DE Brett Keisel (1.5 sacks, three tackles), LB Clark Haggains (three total tackles, one-half sack), CB Ike Taylor (two total tackles, interception) and DB Anthony Smith (two total tackles, interception). LB Joey Porter had one tackle.
Analysis: Of these defenders, Farrior, Foote and Porter are worth using in IDP league play vs. Baltimore in Week 16.
News: Clark Haggans (hip), who was probable due to a minor hip injury, is active for Week 13 against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Haggans is a decent option in all IDP leagues for the game against QB Bruce Gradkowski and the Buccaneers.
News: Steelers WR Willie Reid (foot) is questionable, while LB James Harrison (ankle), WR Sean Morey (toe), LB Joey Porter (elbow), DB Ike Taylor (concussion) and LB Clark Haggans (hip) are listed as probable for Week 13 vs. Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Haggans, Taylor and Porter are the only injured Steelers worth using for Fantasy purposes in Week 13. Both are listed as probable, so they will likely play. It is safe to ignore the other injured players at this time.
News: Steelers WR Willie Reid (foot) is doubtful, while LB Clark Haggans (quad), LB James Harrison (ankle) and DB Deshea Townsend (ankle) are listed as probable for Week 12 at Baltimore.
Analysis: Haggans and Townsend are the only injured players worth owning in Fantasy leagues at this time. Keep an eye on their status the rest of the week before using them in Week 12.
News: Notable Steelers defenders from Week 11 include: LB James Farrior (12 total tackles, sack), LB Larry Foote (six total tackles), SS Troy Polamalu (seven total tackles, sack) and LB Clark Haggans (five solo tackles, sack).
Analysis: All of these defenders will be useful when the Steelers play at Baltimore in Week 12.
News: Steelers LB James Harrison (ankle) and WR Willie Reid (foot) are out, LB Clint Kriewaldt (back) is doubtful, LB James Farrior (groin), DB Mike Logan (hamstring) and LB Larry Foote (ribs) are listed as questionable, while LB Clark Haggans (groin), WR Sean Morey (toe), DB Troy Polamalu (foot) and DB Deshea Townsend (quad) are probable for Week 10 vs. New Orleans.
Analysis: Farrior, Foote, Haggans and Polamalu are all high-end Fantasy options in IDP leagues. Townsend is more of a low-end Fantasy DB. While the other injured players are not viable Fantasy options.
News: The Steelers DST gave up 31 points against Denver. DL Aaron Smith had six tackles and a sack. LB James Farrior had 12 tackles. DB Troy Polamalu had two tackles. LB Joey Porter had three tackles. DB Ike Taylor had five tackles. LB Clark Haggans had eight tackles.
Analysis: The Steelers DST is worth using as a No. 2 DST for Week 10 against New Orleans with the way the Saints offense is playing. Use all IDP players as needed.
News: Steelers LB Clark Haggans (ankle) is listed as probable for Week 9 vs. Denver.
Analysis: Haggans is having a monster season with 38 tackles, five sacks and one interception. Consider Haggans a solid No. 2 Fantasy LB for Week 9 as the Steelers play host to the Broncos.
News: The Steelers defense was absolutely dominate in Week 8 against the Raiders, yet, the Steelers still lost 20-13. The Steelers held the Raiders offense to 98 total yards. They had six sacks (LB Clark Haggans 2, LB Joey Porter 2, LB James Farrior 1 and DL Travis Kirschke 1) and one interception (Porter). LB Larry Foote and Haggans both led the team with seven tackles. Farrior had four and Porter had two.
Analysis: The Steelers defense kept them in the game despite the poor performance by Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger, who threw four interceptions. The Steelers play the Broncos in Week 9 and you should definitely want to use the Steelers DST for Fantasy purposes. Haggans, Porter, Foote and Farrior are all reliable Fantasy options in IDP leagues.
News: Steelers LB Clark Haggans (ankle) has been upgraded from questionable to probable for Week 8 at Oakland.
Analysis: Haggans has put together a decent year flying under the radar with 31 tackles, three sacks, one interception and one forced fumble in six games. When healthy, he is a serviceable Fantasy IDP option.
News: Steelers LB James Harrison (ankle), DB Mike Logan (hamstring) and WR Willie Reid (foot) are out, LB Clark Haggans (ankle), DL Casey Hampton (hamstring), LB Joey Porter (hamstring) and WR Cedrick Wilson (groin) are questionable, while DB Tyrone Carter (shoulder) and RB Dan Kreider (ankle) are probable for Week 8 at Oakland.
Analysis: Porter is a viable Fantasy option when healthy, but the other injured Steelers in Week 8 are not at this time.
News: The Steelers got six sacks, two interceptions and three fumble recoveries against the Bengals. LB Larry Foote had nine tackles, a sack and a fumble recovery. DB Deshea Townsend had seven tackles, an interception, sack and fumble recovery. LB Clark Haggans had five tackles, two sacks and a fumble recovery. DB Ike Taylor had an interception. DE Aaron Smith had five tackles and a sack. DE Brett Keisel had a sack.
Analysis: Analysis: The Steelers are off in Week 4 and face a tough matchup in Week 5 against San Diego. Still, they create plenty of turnovers and sacks, so start them every week.
News: Steelers LB Clark Haggans had nine sacks in 2005, adding 40 tackles, four forced fumbles and three pass deflections.
Analysis: Haggans' tackle total keeps him from being a top Fantasy LB. At best, he's a reserve choice.
News: Haggans recorded four solo tackles, assisted on one other and he had a sack in Week 16 at Cleveland.
Analysis: Haggans is a solid Fantasy option in larger IDP leagues for Week 17 against Detroit.
News: Clark Haggans has been ruled out for Week 16 against the Ravens due to a groin injury.
Analysis: Backup Clint Kriewaldt is also nursing a hamstring injury and is doubtful. It is unclear who will fill in against the Ravens. "We'll see again what our options are," Cowher told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
News: Clark Haggans (fingers) was in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Panthers but he did not record a tackle.
Analysis: Haggans remains a solid No. 4 linebacker in leagues which use individual defenders.
News: Haggans (fingers) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason game at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Haggans might be able to play in the team's preseason finale on Sept. 2 against the Panthers.
News: Clark Haggans (fingers) is out for Saturday's preseason game against Houston.
Analysis: Haggans might return Aug. 26 for the preseason game at Philadelphia.
News: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports Clark Haggans had a bolt of a sedative and the pins removed from his right hand on Tuesday morning, then returned to practice in the afternoon.
Analysis: Doctors have yet to give him complete clearance to play, so seven-on-seven passing sessions remain the closest Haggans is allowed to a contact drill.
News: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports Clark Haggans (hand) is expected to have pins taken out of his fingers on Thursday.
Analysis: Haggans might be able to return to the practice field as soon as Monday, Aug. 23. Alonzo Jackson might get the start in his absence in Saturday's preseason opener at Detroit.
News: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports Haggans (wrist) is expected to remain sidelined for at least another 10 days.
Analysis: Alonzo Jackson will see a lot more work in the team's first two preseason games. Haggans still worth adding as a No. 4 linebacker on Draft Day in leagues which utilize individual defenders.
News: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Clark Haggans will miss several weeks with a broken hand suffered while lifting weights last week. He was expected to replace Jason Gildon as the starting left outside linebacker.
Analysis: Alonzo Jackson will replace Haggans in the starting lineup. The Steelers defense should get Haggans back before the season begins. Haggans is worth selecting as a No. 4 linebacker in most Fantasy leagues.
News: The release of Jason Gildon creates the opportunity for Haggans to start at left outside linebacker in Pittsburgh.
Analysis: The move makes Haggan more appealing in Fantasy leagues that use indiviudal defenders.
News: Clark Haggans will start in place of Joey Porter (buttocks).
Analysis: Haggans has shown potential as a pass rusher in the past, and is certainly worth consideration as a free agent addition in individual defender leagues.
