News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon left in the first quarter of Week 16 at Cincinnati with an apparent wrist injury. He is questionable to return. Lenon registered one tackle before departing. LB Stewart Bradley replaced Lenon in the lineup for the Cardinals.
Analysis: Lenon has been one of the Cardinals' top defenders this season and collected 84 tackles. The injury could put a dent in his plans to reach 100 tackles for the second season in a row. Keep an eye on his status while considering him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon was able to shake off a apparent leg injury in Week 14 against the 49ers. Lenon briefly left the 21-19 victory in the second quarter with the injury, but was able to quickly return. He finished with four tackles in the win and now has 77 stops on the year.
Analysis: Lenon was ble to shake off his injury on Sunday, so it appears it was nothing serious. The 34-year-old is closing in on his second straight 100-plus season, as he has a knack for always being around the ball. Owners should continue to roll with Lenon as a low-end Fantasy LB heading into Week 15 against the Browns.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon recorded five tackles in Week 13 versus Dallas. Four of them were solo tackles and he also registered a sack in the 19-13 win.
Analysis: Lenon continues to pile up tackles for Arizona and now has 73 on the year. He also has three sacks for the Cards. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should continue to view Lenon as a low-end LB option.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon led his team in tackles on Sunday in the Week 12 win over the Rams in St. Louis. Lenon recorded six tackles in the game and five of them were of the solo variety. Lenon also recovered a fumble in the game.
Analysis: Lenon now has 68 tackles on the season for the Cardinals to go with two sacks. Lenon needs to record more tackles consistently to really be considered a viable Fantasy option in IDP formats.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon is active for the Week 12 game at St. Louis on Sunday. Lenon has been dealing with a lingering groin injury. That said, Lenon was a full participant in practice throughout the past week and is OK for Sunday's game.
Analysis: Lenon was labeled questionable on the injury report for Week 11, but was able to suit up and tallied nine tackles against San Francisco. He now has 62 total tackles this season and makes for a viable option in deeper Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon is considered probable for Week 12 at St. Louis with a lingering groin injury. He was a full participant in practice throughout the past week and is expected to play on Sunday.
Analysis: Lenon was labeled questionable on the injury report for Week 11, but was able to suit up and tallied nine tackles against San Francisco. He now has 62 total tackles this season and makes for a viable option in deeper Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon (groin) played through injury yet again in Week 11, leading the Cardinals in tackles with 9 (all solo) during their 23-7 loss at San Francisco.
Analysis: Lenon has been a consistent tackler all season, and his 62 total tackles now lead the team. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon (groin) is active for Week 11 at San Francisco. He was limited in practice all week.
Analysis: Lenon has not missed a game this year despite dealing with the injury since Week 3. He is second on the team in total tackles, and should be considered a low-end option in IDP Fantasy formats.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon (groin) is listed as questionable for Week 11 at San Francisco after being limited in practice all week.
Analysis: Lenon has been dealing with the injury since Week 3, but has yet to miss a game. He is second on the Cardinals with 53 tackles, to go along with two sacks. Lenon gets enough tackles every week to make himself a low-end Fantasy option in IDP formats.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon had a season-low three tackles and a sack during the Cardinals' 21-17 win over Philadelphia in Week 10. Lenon was considered questionable for the game because of a groin injury but was able to boost his sack total to two this season.
Analysis: Lenon has been the Cardinals' anchor on defense and entered Sunday's game leading the team in tackles (50). His two sacks this season also matched a career high also hit last year. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon is active for Week 10 at Philadelphia after overcoming a troublesome groin injury in practice last week. Lenon was forced to sit out of last Wednesday's session with the issue and was labeled as questionable on the injury report.
Analysis: Lenon has been the Cardinals' anchor on defense and leads the team with 50 tackles in eight games this season. He has also assisted on a sack in two different games to give him a combined one sack. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon is listed as questionable for Week 10 at Philadelphia because of a groin injury. Lenon was a limited participant in practice Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday's session with the issue.
Analysis: Lenon is the Cardinals' leading tackler this season and has posted 50 stops in eight games. He has also contributed on a sack in two different games to give him a combined one sack. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats if he's healthy.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon registered seven tackles during the Cardinals' 32-20 loss to Pittsburgh in Week 7 on Sunday. Lenon's total was his best since the team's season opener when he tallied eight tackles against Washington.
Analysis: Lennon has been hobbled by a groin injury this season, but has still managed to notch at least six tackles in each of his past three games. He has not recorded a sack since Week 1 and should be viewed as a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats for now.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon was active for Sunday. He has been dealing with a groin injury. Lenon recorded six tackles, one solo, in Arizona's 31-27 loss to New York.
Analysis: Lenon has been banged up for most of the 2011 season, but he has yet to miss a game. However, he was limited in Week 3 because of the injury, so there is a little bit of concern for Lenon heading into Week 4. Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end LB option moving forward.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon (groin) is listed as probable for Week 4 vs. N.Y. Giants.
Analysis: Lenon has been banged up for most of the 2011 season, but he has yet to miss a game. However, he was limited in Week 3 because of the injury, so there is a little bit of concern for Lenon heading into Week 4. Perhaps Fantasy IDP owners need to temper their expectations in case Lenon isn't 100 percent.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon was active for Week 3 and the Cardinals matchup with the Seahawks. He was limited in practice with a groin injury during the week.
Analysis: Lenon has had a great start to the season as he has held off Stewart Bradley for one of the starting inside linebacker jobs. It appears Lenon will be on the field Sunday, so consider him a low-end Fantasy start for Week 3.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon (groin) is listed as probable for Week 3 at Seattle. He practiced in full all week.
Analysis: Lenon has had a great start to the season as he has held off Stewart Bradley for one of the starting inside linebacker jobs. It appears Lenon will be on the field Sunday, so consider him a low-end Fantasy start for Week 3.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon sprained an ankle on Washington's touchdown drive late in the first half of the Week 2 loss against the Redskins. He could not return and the Cardinals were already thin at inside linebacker with Daryl Washington sidelined for the Week 2 game. Lenon finished with six tackles and a pass defended.
Analysis: Lenon has 14 tackles on the season after two games played with half a sack and a pass defended. He's been a very active linebacker for the Cardinals and is a low-end option in deeper Fantasy IDP leagues. That said, heading into Week 3 at Seattle, he could be avoided due to the injury.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon was very active in Week 1 against the Panthers. Lenon finished with a a team-high eight tackles in the 28-21 win, including five solo. He was also credited with a half a sack and quarterback hit in the victory.
Analysis: Lenon totaled a career-high 125 tackles in 2010 and got off to a great start on Sunday. He seems to have a knack for always being around the ball and should be in line for another big year in Arizona, if he can stay healthy. Fantasy owners should consider Lenon a more than viable option in the majority of IDP leagues heading into Week 2.
News: The Cardinals released their regular season depth chart and ILB Paris Lenon is still starting ahead of high-priced free-agent acquisition Stewart Bradley.
Analysis: Lenon totaled a career-high 125 tackles in 2010 and it was the third time in four seasons he broke 100 tackles. Lenon seems to fly around the football, and having Bradley pushing him for playing time should keep him motivated. Look to Lenon as no worse than a No. 3 Fantasy LB as the season begins.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon led his team with five tackles in Week 17. He had two tackles for a loss and defended two passes. The Cardinals would lose to the 49ers, 38-7, to end the season.
Analysis: Lenon had a career year for Arizona in 2010. He recorded 125 tackles, two sacks, two interceptions and forced a fumble, as he played in all 16 games. Fantasy owners may be wary to draft Lenon next year, but he is worth a pick in the later rounds in IDP formats.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon claimed his second sack of the season when he took down QB Jimmy Clausen in a Week 15 loss to the Panthers. Lenon finished with nine tackles.
Analysis: Lenon now has nine or more tackles in four straight games as he is putting a solid cap on what should turn out to be a career campaign for the veteran. Continue to use him in most IDP Fantasy leagues.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon had nine tackles, six solo, in Week 14 against Denver. He's been banged up with a knee injury the last few weeks, but looked fine on Sunday. The Cardinals won the game, 43-13.
Analysis: Lenon is always around the ball and makes some big plays for the Cardinals. He has 103 tackles and one sack on the year. He also has two interceptions and a forced fumble to his credit. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should continue viewing him as a solid start for Week 15. Arizona plays Carolina, so he could have another big game.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon, who was limited in practice with a knee injury this week, was all over the field in Week 13 against the Rams. Lenon finished with a team-high 10 tackles, seven solo in the 19-6 loss. He now has 94 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Lenon hurt his knee in Week 12 against the 49ers but returned in a big way Sunday. He has a knack for always being around the ball and is a great source for tackles in most IDP leagues. Keep him active in all formats heading into Week 14 against the Broncos.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon (knee) has officially been ruled active for Week 13 against the Rams. Lenon was able to practice in full on Thursday and Friday and after taking limited repetitions on Wednesday.
Analysis: Lenon banged up his knee in Week 12, but he still managed plenty of stats before leaving. he is an excellent source of tackles and should be active heading into Week 13.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon (knee) is listed as probable for Week 13 vs. St. Louis. He practiced in full Thursday and Friday after limited reps on Wednesday.
Analysis: Lenon banged up his knee in Week 12, but he still managed plenty of stats before leaving. It appears he will take the field in Week 13, so feel free to start Lenon in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon left Monday's game against San Francisco with a bruised right knee. He did not return to the game, but would lead the team with 10 tackles, seven solo. The Cardinals defense would be on the field for 39 minutes in their 27-6 loss.
Analysis: Lenon might be getting hot again, but this injury is troubling. He's been a bright spot on the Cardinals defense and a decent LB option in deeper IDP Fantasy leagues. He has 84 tackles on the year, to go with two interceptions and one sack. Monitor him through the week before setting those Week 13 lineups.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon made five tackles, including one for a loss, in a Week 11 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Lenon is a decent LB, but his tackle numbers have tailed off since a hot start. He remains only worth using in deeper IDP Fantasy leagues for now.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon had an ankle injury all week, but managed a team-high eight tackles against Seattle in Week 10.
Analysis: Lenon has 69 tackles on the year, but the Cardinals couldn't tackle a brown paper bag in Week 10. Despite having one sack and two interceptions this season, Lenon should be viewed as a low-end IDP option for Week 11.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon was active for Week 10 as Arizona hosted Seattle. He's been dealing with an ankle injury, but was healthy enough to play.
Analysis: Lenon has 61 tackles, one sack and two interceptions on the year. Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end IDP option, when healthy.
News: Cardinals ILB Paris Lenon appears to be progressing well from an ankle injury and should be able to play Week 10 vs. the Seahawks. However, he is being listed as questionable on the injury report.
Analysis: Lenon has been absolutely outstanding in 2010, racking up 61 tackles, one sack and two interceptions. If he does have to miss time, then his presence will not only be missed in Arizona but also in Fantasy.
News: Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt sounded concerned Monday that LB Paris Lenon could miss time with an ankle injury. If Lenon can’t go Week 10 against the Seahawks, rookie Daryl Washington would start in his place.
Analysis: Lenon has been absolutely outstanding in 2010, racking up 61 tackles, one sack and two interceptions. If he does have to miss time, then his presence will not only be missed in Arizona but also in Fantasy.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon was credited with seven tackles in Week 9 against the Vikings in Minnesota. He was credited with a tackle for a loss. He left the game with an sprained ankle.
Analysis: When healthy, Lenon is a 100-tackle candidate with a decent amount of passes defensed to his name. He remains a a No. 2 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues going forward.
News: Arizona LB Paris Lenon recorded five tackles and forced a fumble in Week 8 against Tampa Bay. The Cardinals would not be able to slow down LeGarrette Blount however, as the Bucs would win the game 38-35.
Analysis: Lenon has 54 tackles on the year to go with his two interceptions and sack. His forced fumble in Week 8 was his fist of the season. He is on pace to break the century mark in tackles and if he can keep up his production from the first half of the season will have himself a nice year. Continue to view Lenon as a No. 2 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues going into Week 9.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon had another solid performance in Week 7 against the Seahawks. He recorded three tackles and assisted on three more, giving him six total in the 22-10 loss.
Analysis: Lenon has been very productive through the first six games with 49 tackles, one sack and two interceptions. Consider Lenon a No. 2 Fantasy LB going forward as he should approach the 100-tackle mark this season.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon had an all around solid game in Week 5 against the Saints. He collected four tackles and intercepted a pass in the 30-20 win. Lenon picked off QB Drew Brees in the second quarter after the pass deflected off RB Ladell Betts' hands.
Analysis: Lenon is the starting LB on one of the league's worst defenses and has been very productive through the first five games. He has 43 tackles with a sack and two interceptions while defending four passes. Consider Lenon a No. 2/No.3 LB in Fantasy leagues going forward as he should approach the 100-tackle mark this season.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon was listed as active for Week 5 against the Saints after being limited in practice earlier in the week with a pelvis injury. Lenon, who practiced in full on Friday, registered 11 tackles (eight solo) to lead the team in the Week 4.
Analysis: Lenon is the starting LB on one of the league's worst defenses. That could be a formula for Fantasy stardom in IDP leagues that rewards tackles highly. He could become a 100-tackle a season player if Arizona continues to play poorly on defense. Consider him a No. 2/No.3 LB in Fantasy leagues against the Saints.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon (pelvis) returned to a full practice on Friday after limited reps Wednesday and Thursday. He is listed as probable for Week 5 vs. New Orleans.
Analysis: After having a down season in 2009 with the Rams, Lenon is having a career revival in 2010 with the Cardinals. He already has 39 tackles in four games, as well as one sack and one interception. While he is playing this well, consider Lenon a solid start in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon registered 11 tackles (eight solo) to lead the team in the Week 4 loss to the Chargers. He also added a tackle for a loss in the 41-10 blowout.
Analysis: Lenon is the starting LB on one of the league's worst defenses. That could be a formula for Fantasy stardom in IDP leagues that rewards tackles highly. He could become a 100-tackle a season player if Arizona continues to play this bad on defense. Consider him a No. 2/No.3 LB in Fantasy leagues.
News: Cardinals LB Paris Lenon is regarded as a journeyman after playing with four teams in nine seasons. But head coach Ken Whisenhunt likes his motor and intangibles (leadership, attitude), and believes he can contribute to their defense. "I am as pleased with Paris as anybody on our team," Whisenhunt said. Lenon had two tackles during last Saturday's game against the Texans.
Analysis: Lenon is penciled in as a starting inside linebacker for Arizona. He didn't have a big year in St. Louis last season, but from 2007-2008 he averaged 120 tackles and two sacks, so he's proven he can be productive. It remains to be seen how he adapts to a 3-4 defense this year, however, he could eclipse 100 tackles, and be a Fantasy sleeper in IDP leagues.
News: The Arizona Cardinals have agreed to terms on a three-year contract with outside linebacker Paris Lenon. The 6-foot-2, 235-pound Lenon played 15 games with the St. Louis Rams last season, 10 as a starter. He had 44 tackles - 25 solo - and three forced fumbles. The nine-year NFL veteran has also played with Carolina, Green Bay and Detroit.
Analysis: Once a decent source of tackles, Lenon is now not any better than a low-end one-week replacement option off of waivers. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters.
News: Rams LB James Laurinaitis (nine tackles, sack), RB Oshiomogho Atogwe (nine tackles), LB Paris Lenon (three tackles, forced fumble) and DB Justin King (tackle, fumble recovery) all played well in a Week 12 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Laurinaitis is having a stellar rookie season and ranks in the top 10 in tackles among linebackers. He is a must-start elite option in IDP leagues. Atogwe is also a solid starting choice, while King and Lenon have no Fantasy value.
News: The St. Louis Rams have signed wide receiver Ruvell Martin and linebacker Paris Lenon. Martin played three seasons for Green Bay before being waived Sept. 5. He had 52 receptions for 749 yards and six touchdowns for the Packers in those three years. Lenon is an eight-year veteran who played four seasons in Green Bay and three in Detroit before signing with New England in the offseason. He also was cut on Sept. 5. He has 523 career tackles, five sacks and two interceptions, along with 58 special teams tackles.
Analysis: Neither Martin nor Lenon are expected to see the kind of playing time necessary to warrant Fantasy use. Keep both off of rosters for now.
News: The Patriots announced the release of the following players: first-year DL Titus Adams, fourth-year DB Herana-Daze Jones, eighth-year LB Paris Lenon, rookie DB Jamar Love, rookie WR Terrence Nunn, rookie DL Darryl Richard, fifth-year TE Alex Smith and fourth-year S Ray Ventrone.
Analysis: None of these players were expected to produce enough stats to warrant Fantasy use. Keep them off of rosters for now.
News: The Boston Globe reports that the Patriots and LB Paris Lenon have agreed to terms on a contract. Lenon has spent the last three seasons with the Lions, including last year. He's best suited to play inside and has notched 80-plus tackles in each of his last two seasons. "Paris is excited to finally be a part of a winning organization and eager to contribute in whatever way Coach Belichick and his staff see fit. Now, quite simply, he's eager to go to work," agent Jon Persch said.
Analysis: Lenon might have a shot at working next to Jerod Mayo as part of the Patriots' LB corps. Of course, he'd have to beat out Tedy Bruschi for playing time first. He's unlikely to be a useful Fantasy option to IDP owners this year.
News: Detroit LB Paris Lenon led the Lions with nine tackles against the Saints in Week 16's 42-7 loss. Ernie Sims tied Lenon with nine stops and Daniel Bullocks finished with seven.
Analysis: Lenon now has 114 tackles and two forced fumbles this season. Sims has 106 tackles and Bullocks 90, also with two forced fumbles. Lenon has emerged as one of the best tacklers in the league and deserves more than 13 percent ownership in Fantasy IDP leagues. Consider taking a flier on him if you feel like you need to make a change. Sims deserves a look as a No. 2 fantasy LB. Bullocks is only a minimally-viable LB and should not be used in Week 17 at Green Bay.
News: Lions LB Paris Lenon recorded 16 tackles, including 12 solo, Week 15 at Indianapolis. He now has 105 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Lenon has emerged as one of the best tacklers in the league and deserves more than seven percent ownership in Fantasy IDP leagues. Consider taking a flier on him if you feel like you need to make a change.
News: Detroit LB Paris Lenon led the team with 10 tackles against the Vikings in a loss in Week 14. Lenon also picked up half a sack in the game and two forced fumbles.
Analysis: Lenon now has 89 tackles on the season with 1.5 sacks. He's a middle-to-low-end option in Fantasy IDP leagues. Don't use him in Week 15 at Indianapolis.
News: In the Lions' 47-10 loss vs. the Titans on Thanksgiving as part of Week 13 action, notable Lions defenders included: LB Ryan Nece (nine total tackles), LB Paris Lenon (eight total tackles), LB Ernie Sims (six total tackles) and DE Cliff Avril (three solo tackles, sack, forced fumble).
Analysis: Lenon and Sims are decent middle- to low-end options, and Avril should be a good player in the future. The Lions host the Vikings in Week 14.
News: Lions LB Paris Lenon (seven tackles), DB Kalvin Pearson (six tackles), LB Alex Lewis (five tackles), LB Ernie Sims (five tackles), LB Ryan Nece (four tackles, sack), DL Cliff Avril (sack) and DL Chartric Darby (sack) all helped out in a Week 12 loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Lenon has some Fantasy value in deeper IDP Fantasy leagues, but the rest of these guys are not viable in Fantasy play. Detroit hosts Tennessee on Thanksgiving and none of the players in this list should be starting for that matchup.
News: Detroit LB Paris Lenon recorded six tackles against the Carolina Panthers in the Lions' Week 11 loss Sunday.
Analysis: Lenon now has 64 tackles and a sack this season for the Lions in 10 games. Lenon is considered a sleeper No. 2 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues. He's still probably not worth starting in Week 12 against Tampa Bay.
News: Detroit LB Paris Lenon led the Lions in tackles in Week 8's loss to Washington. Lenon totaled nine tackles in the game.
Analysis: Lenon has 43 tackles on the season for the Lions. Lenon is considered a sleeper No. 2 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues. He's still probably not worth starting in Week 9 at Chicago.
News: The Lions didn't get much from their defensive players Sunday against Green Bay. LB Ernie Sims had five tackles, LB Paris Lenon had seven tackles, DL Dewayne White had four tackles and a sack, DB Leigh Bodden had three tackles and LB Jordon Dizon had one tackle.
Analysis: Only Sims, Bodden and White are worth using in Week 3 at San Francisco.
News: Detroit LB Paris Lenon had to be helped off the field late in the fourth quarter of Week 1 against the Falcons after suffering an apparent leg injury.
Analysis: Lenon was considered a sleeper No. 2 LB in Fantasy IDP leagues and was the guy who wore the microphone in his helmet for the Lions. It isn't known the extent of the injury yet, but he wasn't able to walk off on his own power, which isn't good news.
News: Six-year NFL veteran Paris Lenon finally broke through with the Lions in 2007, totaling 118 tackles (88 solo) with two sacks, an interception returned for a touchdown, three passes defensed and two forced fumbles. Lenon was the middle linebacker for the Lions' 'Tampa-2' defensive scheme last season.
Analysis: Lenon is easy on the salary cap and entering 2008 in a contract year. Assuming the Lions don't change their LB corps much, pencil in Lenon as a sleeper No. 2 Fantasy option in 2008 league play.
News: The Lions allowed over 400 yards of total offense in Week 16 vs. Kansas City, giving up 20 points in the process. They forced one turnover in the game -- an interception that was returned 61 yards for a touchdown by Paris Lenon -- and had three sacks.
Analysis: Lenon also had seven tackles in the game. He remains a low-end Fantasy starting LB in IDP formats, though, for Week 17 at the Packers.
News: Notable Lions defenders from Week 15 at San Diego include: DB Gerald Alexander (15 total tackles), DB Kenoy Kennedy (11 total tackles), LB Paris Lenon (seven solo tackles) and CB Travis Fisher (seven total tackles). Ernie Sims had just three solo tackles.
Analysis: Of these defenders, only Sims is worth starting in all IDP leagues. Lenon and Kennedy are low-end options. The Lions host the Chiefs in Week 16.
News: Detroit LB Paris Lenon had four tackles Sunday against Dallas.
Analysis: Lenon has minimal Fantasy value and should not be used in Week 15 at San Diego.
News: Lions LB Paris Lenon had nine tackles Sunday at Minnesota.
Analysis: Lenon has minimal Fantasy value but is worth using as a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues against Dallas in Week 14.
News: LB Paris Lenon had six tackles on Thanksgiving Day against Green Bay in Week 12.
Analysis: Lenon has 84 tackles on the season and we recommend starting him as a No. 2 or 3 LB in all IDP leagues at Minnesota in Week 13. He has recorded double-digit tackles in four games this season.
News: Notable Lions defenders from Week 11 vs. the Giants include: CB Fernando Bryant (seven total tackles), DB Kenoy Kennedy (eight total tackles, forced fumble), LB Ernie Sims (12 total tackles), LB Boss Bailey (six total tackles, sack) and DE Kalimba Edwards (four solo tackles, one sack). LB Paris Lenon also had a forced fumble.
Analysis: Of these players, only Sims and Kennedy are decent IDP options. The Lions host the Packers on Thanksgiving Day as part of Week 12 action.
News: Detroit LB Paris Lenon had five tackles Sunday against Denver.
Analysis: Lenon is a low-end No. 2 LB in IDP leagues and is worth using in Week 10 at Arizona.
News: Lions LB Paris Lenon had nine tackles Sunday against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Lenon is a low-end LB in IDP leagues and should only be used if needed. Hopefully he can continue to play well in Week 8 against Chicago.
News: Lions LB Paris Lenon had seven tackles Sunday against Washington.
Analysis: Lenon is a low-end LB in IDP leagues and should not be used in Week 7 against Tampa Bay unless needed. The Lions have a bye in Week 6.
News: Lions defenders who played well in Week 4 vs. Chicago include: LB Paris Lenon (10 total tackles, sack), LB Ernie Sims (11 total tackles, interception, forced fumble), CB Fernando Bryant (eight total tackles, interception), DE Jared DeVries (six solo tackles, three sacks, two forced fumbles) and DT Shaun Rogers (five total tackles, sack). CB Keith Smith had an interception-return for a touchdown and Kenoy Kennedy had four total tackles.
Analysis: Of these players, Sims and Kennedy are the only reliable IDP options for Week 5 when the Lions play the Redskins.
News: LB Ernie Sims and DB Gerald Alexander led the Lions in tackles with eight each during Detroit's 56-21 loss to the Eagles in Week 3. Sacks came via DE Langston Moore, DE Corey Smith and LB Paris Lenon, while DB Idrees Bashir recovered two fumbles.
Analysis: Sims is the only player in this update with any Fantasy value, and he is no more than a reserve LB in IDP leauges. He should remain benched for Detroit's Week 4 game with the Bears.
News: Lions LB Paris Lenon led all tacklers Week 1 against the Raiders. He amassed 11 tackles (nine solo).
Analysis: Lenon is coming off two solid seasons and could be in for another big year as the Lions' middle linebacker. He remains a low-end Fantasy IDP option at this time.
News: The Lions will have to do some juggling with their linebacking corps in the game Sunday against the Green Bay Packers. The loss of SLB Alex Lewis for at least one game with a sprained left knee set off a chain reaction that could affect several teammates. With Lewis out, Paris Lenon will move from the starting MLB to Lewis' strong-side position and Boss Bailey, who was being brought back slowly from an off-season ankle surgery, will get his first start of the season at MLB. Rookie Ernie Sims will remain at the weak-side linebacker position but backups LaVar Woods and rookie Anthony Cannon are expected to get additional playing time.
Analysis: The loss of Lewis isn't severe, but it will have somewhat of an effect on the Lions. Still, the good news is that they are going against the Packers, who could be without starting running back Ahman Green. Consider using the Lions defense in Week 3 if your regular DST is on bye. As far as IDP concerns, the only player worthy of ownership at this point is Sims, who is having a nice start to his rookie season with 17 tackles. Play him, if you got him.
News: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports the Detroit Lions have signed LB Paris Lenon.
Analysis: Lenon recorded 65 total tackles and 1.5 sacks last season with Green Bay.
News: The Packers haven't settled on a temporary replacement for OLB Na'il Diggs (out until at least Week 10: knee) at the strong-side position. Undrafted rookie Roy Manning started the past game. Paris Lenon, who was the starter at the beginning of the season with Diggs out, split time with Manning in practice Wednesday. Rookie Brady Poppinga, who has a team-high nine special-teams tackles, also is getting a look at the spot.
Analysis: None of these players is worth using in Fantasy IDP leagues at this point.
