News: Cincinnati DB Nate Clements tallied seven tackles and a sack during the Bengals 20-13 win over St. Louis in Week 15. Clements took down Rams QB Kellen Clemens for his first sack of the season. "If we finish strong, we'll give ourselves a chance," Clements said. "Guys are going to be focused on the opponent at hand."
Analysis: It took 13 games, but Clements finally recorded his first sack as a member of Cincinnati. His seven tackles matched a season best as he has seemingly slowed down during his 11th NFL season. Consider him a marginal option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Cincinnati CB Nate Clements picked off Baltimore QB Joe Flacco in the Week 11 loss to the Ravens. Clements also recorded two tackles and two passes defended in the game.
Analysis: Clements picked off his first pass of the season on Sunday against the Ravens. Clements has been extremely underwhelming in IDP play this season with just 38 tackles on the year with the one INT. He has low-end value in IDP formats.
News: Cincinnati DB Nate Clements had another solid performance in a win on Sunday of Week 9 at Tennessee. Clements recorded a fumble recovery in the game and added seven tackles to finish second on the team. All seven of his tackles were of the solo variety.
Analysis: The seven tackles are a season high for Clements, who has a couple fumble recoveries on the year. Clements has yet to pick off a pass this season for the Bengals. He doesn't pick up enough tackles for a DB to really be an outstanding option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Cincinnati DB Nate Clements is active for the Week 9 game at Tennessee. Clements was on the injury report leading up to the game with a knee injury. Clements will not be hampered by the injury, however.
Analysis: Clements was on the injury report prior to Week 8, but was able to play and tallied two tackles. The 31-year-old has amassed 26 total tackles and forced a fumble in seven games this season. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Cincinnati DB Nate Clements is considered probable for Week 9 at Tennessee with a knee injury that forced him to miss Wednesday's practice. However, he was a full participant Friday after practicing in a limited capacity Thursday.
Analysis: Clements was on the injury report prior to Week 8, but was able to play and tallied two tackles. The 31-year-old has amassed 26 total tackles and forced a fumble in seven games this season. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Bengals DB Nate Clements was active for Week 8 against the Seahawks. He was limited in practice earlier in the week due to a knee injury.
Analysis: Clements finished with a season-high six tackles in the Bengals' last game prior to their bye in Week 7 and now has 24 on the year. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Cincinnati DB Nate Clements is listed as probable on the team's injury report for Week 8 at Seattle because of a knee injury. Clements was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday before participating in full during Friday's session.
Analysis: Clements has not missed a game this season is expected to play against the Seahawks. The veteran cornerback finished with a season-high six tackles in the Bengals' last game prior to their bye in Week 7. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Bengals DB Nate Clements totaled six solo tackles, three pass defenses and one forced fumble in Week 6 against the Colts.
Analysis: Clements still doesn't have an interception in six games this season, but he has managed seven pass defenses. Clements isn't producing enough stats on a weekly basis right now to be more than a low-end Fantasy DB.
News: Bengals DB Nate Clements tied for the team lead with four solo tackles in a Week 5 win over the Jaguars, though he did not have any assists. He also recovered a Blaine Gabbert fumble late in the fourth quarter.
Analysis: Clements has upped his tackle production in recent weeks, but he doesn't contribute enough in any category to be worth starting outside of very deep IDP leagues.
News: Cincinnati reached a contract agreement with free agent DB Nate Clements on Saturday, giving the Bengals a replacement for Johnathan Joseph. Clements started 16 games with San Francisco last season and had one sack and three interceptions. Cincinnati needed another cornerback after Joseph signed with Houston earlier in the week.
Analysis: The 31-year-old Clements became a free agent on Thursday, when San Francisco released the 10-year veteran out of Ohio State. Clements was Buffalo's first-round pick in 2001 and played for the Bills through 2006. He was the 49ers' top defensive signing in March 2007, but became too expensive after he was due $15 million this year. He could still be an effective defender, however, he is not a recommended option in upcoming Fantasy drafts.
News: As expected and reported Wednesday, the 49ers released CB Nate Clements on Thursday. He was unable to restructure his gaudy contract, so the team decided to part ways with the underachieving cornerback. Clements totaled 82 tackles and three interceptions while playing in all 16 games last season, in his fourth year with San Francisco.
Analysis: Clements was in line to make $15 million this season with the 49ers, and his production has not lived up to that price tag. The former top-notch cornerback had 10 total interceptions over the four years he was with the team, without taking one back for a touchdown as he did five times in six seasons with the Bills previously. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on where he lands, considering he is still talented enough to start for a number of NFL teams. Even if he does land a starting job, we don't see him as much of an option on Draft Day.
News: Though he expressed a desire to return to the team, multiple reports Wednesday said that the 49ers plan to release CB Nate Clements. He was reportedly informed of the pending release in the afternoon, as he and the team were unable to restructure his contract. The assumption is that he would have had to taken a pay cut to remain with the team in 2011. Clements totaled 82 tackles and three interceptions while playing in all 16 games last season, in his fourth year with San Francisco.
Analysis: Clements was in line to make $15 million this season with the 49ers, and his production has not lived up to that price tag. The former top-notch cornerback had 10 total interceptions over the four years he was with the team, without taking one back for a touchdown like five times in six seasons with the Bills previously. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on where he lands, considering he is still talented enough to start for a number of NFL teams. Even if he does land a starting job, we don't see him as much of an option on Draft Day.
News: The San Jose Mercury News reports that CB Nate Clements is acting as if he will be back with the 49ers despite an unresolved contract situation. Clements said Monday after working out with a handful of 49ers teammates that he wants to return in 2011. "Absolutely," Clements said. "I never said I didn't. That's not really an issue." Clements, 31, will have to accept a pay cut to stay in San Francisco. He is in line to make more than $15 million this season, and Comcast Sports Net Bay Area reported in January that the 49ers will ask him to rework his deal or risk being released.
Analysis: The 49ers used their third-round draft pick on DB Chris Culliver, but the South Carolina standout would be a long shot to step in as a starter. Culliver spent most of his college career at safety and didn't move to cornerback until last season.Florida A&M cornerback Curtis Holcomb, the team's seventh-round pick, will battle for a roster spot. If Clements returns to the 49ers as expected, he would remain a starter, but he would have minimal Fantasy value. He is not worth drafting in the majority of IDP leagues.
News: San Francisco DB Nate Clements had just four tackles, three solo, in Week 17 against Arizona. He did force a fumble and defended two passes in the 49ers 38-7 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Clements finishes the year with 82 tackles, one sack, three interceptions and three forced fumbles. Not too shabby for the veteran defensive back. Fantasy owners in IDP formats should view Clements as a late round option on Draft Day.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements had a busy game in Week 16 against the Rams. He recorded five solo tackles and assists on two more, finishing with seven in the 25-17 loss.
Analysis: Clements finished second on San Francisco in tackles on Sunday and now has 78 on the year. He also has three interceptions with eight passes defended and a sack. With one game left to go this season, continue to view Clements as a No. 3 Fantasy DB in IDP formats.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements finished with seven solo tackles in Week 15 against the Chargers. However, his night was remembered for the 58-yard touchdown he was beat on in the first quarter by WR Vincent Jackson, who finished with three scores.
Analysis: Clements has played well for the most part in 2010 and has bounced back after an injury-plagued 2009. Even the best DBs get beat once in a while. Continue to use Clements as a No. 3 Fantasy DB.
News: San Francisco CB Nate Clements had a nice game in the Week 14 win over Seattle. Clements entered the game with a slight knee issue and finished with only two tackles but was one of four players to intercept quarterback Matt Hasselbeck in the game. Clements now has three interceptions on the year.
Analysis: Clements is a veteran and is as important to the secondary for the 49ers as it gets. That said, three picks and low-end tackling ability keep him a low-end Fantasy IDP option heading into Week 15 in San Diego.
News: San Francisco DB Nate Clements (knee) is healthy for Week 14 against the Seahawks. Clements started the game.
Analysis: Clements hasn't missed a game this season and even had one of his two interceptions this season in Week 1 against the Seahawks. In fact, he has three interceptions in eight career games against Seattle. Clements might be worth a look in Fantasy IDP leagues for Week 14 now that we know he's active.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 14 against the Seahawks. He was limited in practice all week.
Analysis: Clements hasn't missed a game this season and even had one of his two interceptions this season in Week 1 against the Seahawks. In fact, he has three interceptions in eight career games against Seattle. Clements might be worth a look in Fantasy IDP leagues for Week 14, if he dresses.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements finished the Week 13 loss in Green Bay with five tackles and a pass defended. Clements left the game for a short period of time with a slight injury but was able to return shortly after.
Analysis: Clements has not had double-digit tackles once this season and only has two interceptions and one sack. Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end DB option in all IDP leagues heading into Week 14 against the Seahawks.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements made three solo tackles on Monday night against the Cardinals. He also had two passes defended in San Francisco's 27-6. He was a question mark entering the game, as he's been dealing with an ankle injury for a few weeks now.
Analysis: Clements has 57 tackles on the year for the 49ers. He's one of the veterans on the defense and is a big part of it. But Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end DB option in all IDP leagues. Keep an eye on him, as he's been banged up for a while now, and could land on the injury report again this week.
News: San Francisco DB Nate Clements was given the green light for Monday's game in Arizona. The veteran has been dealing with a nagging ankle injury.
Analysis: Clements has been banged up for a few weeks now. The veteran has 54 tackles on the year and should be viewed as a low-end DB option in IDP Fantasy leagues, when healthy.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements registered five tackles in Week 11 against the Buccaneers. He was a question mark entering the game as he's been dealing with a nagging ankle injury.
Analysis: Clements has been dealing with some minor dings for a few weeks, which can be expected. The veteran has 54 tackles on the year and should be viewed as a low-end DB option in IDP Fantasy leagues. Monitor him through the week to make sure he didn't tweak his ankle again before inserting him in those lineups.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements was active for San Francisco for Week 11. He has been dealing with a quadricep injury and has a nagging ankle injury.
Analysis: Clements has been dealing with these issues for a few weeks, but he has not missed any games because of it. He has 49 tackles on the year with a sack and two interceptions. Continue to view Clements as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB in IDP leagues.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements came into Week 10 with a nagging ankle injury but he did not show any signs of it against the Rams. He finished tied for second on San Francisco with seven tackles in the 23-20 overtime win. He also picked off QB Sam Bradford's awful pass into double coverage, but the play was negated by an offside call.
Analysis: Clements has been dealing with this injury for a couple of weeks now but it has not caused him to miss any games. He has 49 tackles on the year with a sack and two interceptions. Continue to view Clements as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB in Week 11 against the Buccaneers.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements was active for Week 10 against the Rams after being limited in practice earlier in the week with a nagging ankle injury.
Analysis: Clements said he first injured his ankle against the Raiders and has been playing through it the past two games. He is a decent play-maker in the 49ers secondary and racks up his fair share of tackles from the corner-spot. Clements can be used as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB in Week 10.
News: Despite a nagging ankle injury, 49ers DB Nate Clements is listed as probable for the Week 10 game against the Rams. He saw limited action in practice on Wednesday and Thursday, but practiced at full speed on Friday. Clements said he first injured his ankle against the Raiders and has been playing through it the past two games. “If I’m on the field then I don’t think about it,” he said. “I don’t make excuses for my play.”
Analysis: The probable status makes it seem like the ankle is as healthy as it's been in the last few weeks, and that Clements used the rest time in the bye week wisely. He is a decent play-maker in the 49ers secondary and racks up his fair share of tackles from the corner-spot. Clements can be used as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB in Week 10.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements was able to play Week 8 against the Broncos despite battling an ankle injury. He finished with four solo tackles. Clements has 42 tackles in eight games.
Analysis: Clements is back to his usual self after he played in just seven games last season due to injury. He is making plays and can be used as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements (ankle) was not listed among the inactives for Week 8's game with the Broncos in London.
Analysis: Clements is having a fine season for the 49ers after his 2009 campaign was marred by injury. It's no surprise since Clements is a playmaker at corner. Consider Clements a decent No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements (ankle) is officially listed as probable for the Week 8 game against the Broncos. He was limited in practice throughout the week.
Analysis: Clements is having a fine season for the 49ers after his 2009 campaign was marred by injury. It's no surprise since Clements is a playmaker at corner. Consider Clements a decent No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB when healthy.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements totaled nine tackles (eight solo) and one sack in Week 7 against the Panthers. He also had one forced fumble. It was the second straight week Clements had a forced fumble.
Analysis: Clements is having a fine season for the 49ers after his 2009 campaign was marred by injury. It's no surprise since Clements is a playmaker at corner. Consider Clements a decent No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements (questionable, ankle) was not listed among the inactives for Week 7 at Carolina.
Analysis: Clements has 29 tackles and two interceptions this season and has become a viable option in deeper Fantasy IDP formats. Continue to roll with the former Buckeye heading into Week 7 against the Panthers .
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements is listed as questionable for the Week 7 game at Carolina due to an ankle injury. He missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday with the injury, but he was able to practice on a limited basis on Friday. Clements was surprisingly not listed as doubtful because it's likely that he will miss. "Yes, that's probably the situation," coach Mike Singletary said when asked if Clements could miss the game.
Analysis: Clements has 29 tackles an two interceptions this season and has become a viable option in Fantasy IDP formats. Continue to roll with the former Buckeye heading into Week 7 against the Panthers to see if he can play after all.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements is listed as questionable for the Week 7 game at Carolina due to an ankle injury. He missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday with the injury, but he was able to practice on a limited basis on Friday.
Analysis: Clements has 29 tackles an two interceptions this season and has become a viable option in Fantasy IDP formats. Continue to roll with the former Buckeye heading into Week 7 against the Panthers to see if he can play after all.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements forced a fumble and recorded three tackles in Week 6 against the Raiders. It was his first forced fumble of the year.
Analysis: Clements has 29 tackles an two interceptions this season and has become a viable option in Fantasy IDP formats. Continue to roll with the former Buckeye heading into Week 7 against the Panthers.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements racked up five solo tackles and defended two passes in the Week 5 loss to the Eagles. He has two interceptions on the season.
Analysis: Clements will continue to have a lot of passes come his way, so he is worth a waiver claim in Fantasy IDP leagues just in case he snags a few more picks this year.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements recorded seven tackles -- all solo -- and also had an interception, his first of the season, Week 4 at Atlanta.
Analysis: Clements is a good tackler for a defensive back, but his interceptions are usually few and far between. He's just a low-end option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements made a team-high nine tackles in a Week 3 loss at Kansas City.
Analysis: Clements was a nice IDP Fantasy option earlier in his career, but his numbers have tailed over in recent seasons. This was a bit of a freak total on Sunday, so continue to ignore the veteran in all but the deepest of formats.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements had a very nice game in Week 1 against the Seahawks. He intercepted Matt Hasselbeck on the first play of the game, which led to the 49ers first score. Clements also defended a pass and had three tackles in the 31-6 loss.
Analysis: Clements may be the best corner the 49ers have in their secondary this season. The 10-year veteran has a knack for always being around the ball and can be considered a No. 2 Fantasy DB heading into Week 2 against the Saints.
News: The 49ers have listed the following players as inactive for Week 17 at St. Louis: QB Nate Davis, WR Brandon Jones, DB Nate Clements, K Joe Nedney, LB Diyral Briggs and DL Derek Walker.
Analysis: The 49ers are now on their third kicker this season, as Ricky Schmitt is also out for Week 17. Shane Andrus will kick in St. Louis. Continue to ignore all these guys in Fantasy play.
News: San Francisco DB Nate Clements (shoulder) has been ruled out of the team's Week 17 game at St. Louis.
Analysis: Clements has some appeal in IDP formats when healthy, but can obviously be cut at this point in the season.
News: Niners QB Nate Davis, PK Joe Nedney, DB Nate Clements, DB Keith Smith, RB Glen Coffee and WR Isaac Bruce have all been listed as inactive for the team's Week 16 game against the Lions.
Analysis: Ricky Schmitt will kick for San Francisco in Week 16 with Nedney out. The rest of these players have little to no Fantasy value at this point in the season, although Clements and Bruce have marginal value when healthy and active.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements (shoulder) has been ruled out of the team's Week 16 game against the Lions.
Analysis: Clements has some appeal in IDP formats when healthy, but can be cut at this point in the season.
News: The 49ers have listed the following players as inactive for Week 15 at Philadelphia: DB Keith Smith, DB Nate Clements, LB Diyral Briggs, DL Baraka Atkins, QB Nate Davis and WR Isaac Bruce.
Analysis: Bruce has some minimal Fantasy value when healthy, but the rest of these players should not be owned in Fantasy at this time.
News: San Francisco DB Nate Clements (shoulder) has been ruled out for Week 15 at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end starting LB in deeper IDP leagues when healthy, so be sure to bench him for Week 15.
News: San Francisco has listed the following players as inactive for Week 14 on Monday night hosting the Arizona Cardinals: QB Nate Davis (3rd), CB Nate Clements, CB Marcus Hudson, LB Diyral Briggs, WR Isaac Bruce and DT Baraka Atkins.
Analysis: Bruce has topped 50 yards receiving only once since Week 1, so Fantasy owners shouldn't be looking to start him anyway. He has low-end Fantasy value. The rest of these players should not be owned in Fantasy at this time.
News: The 49ers' list of inactives for Week 13 at Seattle includes QB Nate Davis, DB Nate Clements, DB Marcus Hudson, DL Diyral Briggs and DL Kentwan Balmer.
Analysis: None of these players makes a significant statistical contribution even when active. Leave them all on waivers.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements (shoulder) will miss Week 13 at Seattle.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end starting LB in deeper IDP leagues when healthy, so be sure to bench him for Week 13.
News: Niners QB Nate Davis, RB Michael Robinson, WR Isaac Bruce, WR Arnaz Battle, DB Nate Clements and DL Ricky Jean-Francois have all been listed as inactive for the team's Week 12 game against Jacksonville.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end starting LB in deeper IDP leagues when healthy and Bruce has some low-end appeal at the WR position. The rest of these players have little to no Fantasy value.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements has been ruled out of the team's Week 12 game against Jacksonville with a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end starting LB in deeper IDP leagues when healthy. Keep him out of all lineups for Week 12.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements has been ruled out of the team's Week 12 game against Jacksonville with a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end starting LB in deeper IDP leagues when healthy. Keep him out of all lineups for Week 12.
News: The 49ers have announced their Week 11 inactives: QB Nate Davis, CB Keith Smith, CB Nate Clements, LB Takeo Spikes, WR Brandon Jones and DT Ricky Jean Francois.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end starting LB in deeper IDP leagues when healthy, so make sure you bench him. Spikes has minimal value, while the others can all continue to be ignored in Fantasy play.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements will again be out for the team's Week 11 game at Green Bay due to a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end Fantasy option when healthy but should be benched in all IDP formats for Week 11.
News: San Francisco QB Nate Davis, CB Nate Clements, RB Glen Coffee, WR Isaac Bruce, DB Keith Smith and DE Demetric Evans have been held out of the team's Week 10 game against the Bears.
Analysis: Clements is a decent low-end option in IDP formats when healthy and Bruce also has some minimal value despite having a poor season. The rest of these players have little to no Fantasy value.
News: The 49ers have ruled out CB Nate Clements (shoulder), RB Glen Coffee (concussion) and DT Demetric Evans (shoulder) for Thursday's game against Chicago.
Analysis: Keep Clements, Coffee and Evans reserved in all leagues. Coffee has minimal Fantasy value when healthy since he's the backup option to Frank Gore. Clements is a low-end DB in IDP leagues when healthy and hopefully he can return soon.
News: San Francisco QB Nate Davis, DB Nate Clements, DL Demetric Evans, DB Keith Smith, DB Reggie Smith and DL Diyral Briggs have been listed as inactive for the team's Week 9 game against the Titans.
Analysis: None of these guys have any Fantasy value. Continue to ignore them in all formats.
News: 49ers cornerback Nate Clements has undergone a CT scan on his broken right shoulder blade and will miss 6-8 weeks. Coach Mike Singletary said Monday that Clements wouldn't be placed on the season-ending injured reserve list, however.
Analysis: Clements was benched in Week 8 and might be falling out of favor with the Niners after signing a large contract with them several years ago. Owners should drop Clements in standard IDP leagues and look elsewhere for help at the position.
News: 49ers coach Mike Singletary said CB Nate Clements had a bruised right shoulder. Clements left the game and did not return.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Clements' status heading into Week 9 against the Titans. When healthy he is a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues.
News: Notable 49ers defenders from their Week 3 game at the Vikings include: CB Nate Clements (four total tackles, blocked field-goal return for a TD), LB Manny Lawson (11 total tackles), LB Patrick Willis (10 total tackles), DB Mark Roman (three solo tackles, sack), CB Shawntae Spencer (three solo tackles, interception), DT Aubrayo Franklin (solo tackle, sack).
Analysis: Of these defenders, Willis and Clements are useful Fantasy options in IDP league play. The rest don't produce enough stats to warrant use. The Rams play at the 49ers in Week 4.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements, who had only two interceptions last year, had one in the season opener Sunday at Arizona. He finished with five tackles, including four solo.
Analysis: Clements doesn't get many interceptions, but he usually ends up with more tackles than the average cornerback. Think of him as a No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: The San Jose Mercury News reports 49ers CB Nate Clements, suffering from what the team has called a mild case of pneumonia, is said to be progressing nicely after being evaluated by a doctor Monday. He has been cleared to resume a normal daily routine but will not return to practice until the start of training camp.
Analysis: Clements should be fine for the start of the season. He's a decent source of tackles and stats, so consider him a top-end No. 3 Fantasy DB in 2009.
News: San Francisco cornerback Nate Clements will miss the 49ers' minicamp this weekend with a case of pneumonia. The 49ers' $80 million cornerback missed organized team activities on Monday and Tuesday with the illness, and he won't be re-evaluated until next week. San Francisco lost fellow starting cornerback Walt Harris to a knee injury last month, and a knee injury also has kept veteran Shawntae Spencer out of the Niners' offseason workouts. Newcomer Dre' Bly and Tarell Brown lined up with the first-team defense for Tuesday's practice, with kick returner Allen Rossum helping out.
Analysis: Clements should be fine for the start of the season. He's a decent source of tackles and stats, so consider him a top-end No. 3 Fantasy DB in 2009.
News: 49ers DB Michael Lewis (six tackles), DB Nate Clements (five tackles), LB Manny Lawson (four tackles) and LB Patrick Willis (four tackles) led the way defensively in a Week 15 loss to Miami.
Analysis: Willis is one of the best LBs in IDP Fantasy play and remains a must-start heading into Week 16 at St. Louis. Lewis and Clements are a low-end DB options in deeper IDP leagues, while Lawson has no value at this time.
News: DB Nate Clements is listed a probable for Week 15 at Miami. Clements was inactive in Week 14 with the thumb injury.
Analysis: For a DB, Clements does record a lot of tackles. However, he remains nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy option.
News: The 49ers listed DB Nate Clements as inactive for Week 14 against the Jets after a slight fracture in his left thumb cost him some practice time this week.
Analysis: For a DB, Clements does record a lot of tackles. However, he remains nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy option. Keep him reserved for this matchup, obviously.
News: The Niners listed QB Jamie Martin, DB Allen Rossum, DB Nate Clements, DB Dashon Goldson, LB Ahmad Brooks and WR Josh Morgan among their inactives for Week 14 against the Jets.
Analysis: These guys don't do enough statistically to matter in Fantasy even when healthy. Leave them all on waivers.
News: CB Nate Clements sat out of practice with a slight fracture in his left thumb. The 49ers haven't decided whether their $80 million defensive back and punt returner will play against the Jets.
Analysis: For a DB, Clements does record a lot of tackles. However, he remains nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy option.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements had to leave Week 13 at Buffalo because of a thumb injury. He expects to play, though, Week 14 against the Jets.
Analysis: Clements gets a decent number of tackles for a DB, but he remains no more than a No. 3 Fantasy IDP option.
News: 49ers LB Takeo Spikes (nine tackles), DB Nate Clements (six tackles) and DB Michael Lewis (six tackles) helped lead the way defensively in a Week 13 win at Buffalo.
Analysis: All three of these guys are decent low-end starters in deeper IDP Fantasy leagues and could be viable options in Week 14 vs. the Jets.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements recorded his second interception Week 11 against the Rams after going five games without one. He finished with six tackles, four solo.
Analysis: Clements gets more tackles than most cornerbacks, but he doesn't get enough to make a serious Fantasy impact unless he starts getting more interceptions. Think of him as just a low-end IDP option.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements had five solo tackles and one pass defense during a Week 10 loss to the Cardinals. He now has 32 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Clements has not had a very good season with the 49ers after totaling 92 tackles and four picks last season. He is going to struggle to get back up over 60 tackles this season, so his Fantasy value has dropped to being a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB for the time being.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements (ribs) is listed as probable for Week 8 vs. Seattle. He returned to a full practice Friday after limited reps the previous two days. Clements has 26 tackles, one forced fumble, two pass defelctions and one interception returned for a touchdown in 2008.
Analysis: Clements still hasn't missed a game in eight NFL seasons and it doesn't appear as though he will start Week 8. Clements continues to be a shut down corner and decent No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements had four solo tackles and an assist in Week 7 at the N.Y. Giants. He also returned a blocked field goal 74 yards for a touchdown.
Analysis: Clements has just one interception so far this season. He had four all of last year. Continue to think of him as a low-end No. 1 or solid No. 2 Fantasy DB in all IDP formats.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements made his first interception of the season in a Week 5 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Clements had four interceptions last year, so he's right on pace to match that total. Continue to think of him as a low-end No. 1 Fantasy DB in all IDP formats.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements had four tackles Sunday at New Orleans.
Analysis: Clements is a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues and should be started in Week 5 against the Patriots.
News: San Francisco DB Nate Clements led all Niners DBs with seven tackles on Sunday in a win over the Seahawks. Clements also added a forced fumble.
Analysis: Without question, consider Clements a No. 1 option as a DB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: After signing a huge contract with the Niners last offseason to become the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL, Nate Clements delivered some good numbers, totaling 92 tackles (77 solo -- amazing for a cornerback) with a sack, four interceptions, three forced fumbles and 14 passes defensed.
Analysis: Clements started slow but came on strong as the season moved on. There's no doubt that he's a fantastic Fantasy DB, which is rare since that praise is saved for safeties usually. Without question, consider Clements a No. 1 option worth an early- to middle-round pick in IDP drafts this summer.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements had seven tackles and an interception Sunday against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Clements is a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues and should be started in Week 17 at Cleveland.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements totaled six tackles -- all solo -- during a Week 14 loss to the Vikings. He failed to get an interception. He now has 79 tackles in 13 games.
Analysis: Clements has looked worth every bit of his monster free-agent contract he signed in the offseason. He is still one of the most feared defensive backs in the NFL and continues to rack up tons of tackles. He remains a high-end Fantasy DB.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements racked up 18 tackles (eight solo) during a Week 12 win against the Cardinals. He also had one forced fumble. He now has 65 tackles and three forced fumbles in 11 games.
Analysis: Clements has just two interceptions this season, but is doing a nice job filling the stat sheet. He continues to be a decent No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DB.
News: Niners DB Nate Clements had his second interception of the year, grabbing a Matt Hasselbeck pass Week 10 at Seattle. For the game, he also had six tackles.
Analysis: Clements is one of the league's best DBs, but that means teams throw the ball away from him most of the time, limiting his opportunities for interceptions. Fortunately, he gets more tackles than most corners, having 47 now through nine games. Start him in Fantasy IDP leagues for Week 11 against the Rams.
News: DB Nate Clements made six tackles and forced a fumble in San Francisco's 31-10 loss to the Saints in Week 8.
Analysis: Clements is one of the league's best DBs, but that means teams throw away from him a lot and he doesn't get many tackles or interception opportunities. Still, he is solid start at the position in all leagues for his big-play ability and will look to make something happen in Week 9 against the Falcons in Atlanta.
News: LB Patrick Willis (12 tackles), LB Derek Smith (12 tackles), DB Michael Lewis (10 tackles), DB Nate Clements (eight tackles) and DL Marques Douglas (seven tackles) led the way for the 49ers as they racked up 80 tackles in a 9-7 loss to the Ravens in Week 5.
Analysis: Willis and Clements are solid Fantasy No. 1's at their positions, while Douglas and Lewis are serviceable backups. Smith has minimal value, but if he can put up 12 tackles every week, he will find himself moving up the rankings. The 49ers have a bye in Week 6 and should probably stay benched against the Giants in Week 7.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements grabbed his first interception of the season in Week 4's 23-3 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Clements is one of the league's best cover corners, and although he might not get many balls thrown his way because of his skills, he's a must-start in most IDP leagues. The 49ers host the Ravens in Week 5.
News: Notable Niners defenders from Week 3 at Pittsburgh include: DL Marques Douglas (eight total tackles, one-half sack), SS Michael Lewis (nine total tackles, one-half sack), rookie LB Patrick Willis (seven total tackles), CB Nate Clements (six total tackles), LB Hannibal Navies (four total tackles, sack and forced fumble).
Analysis: All of these players have a role in Fantasy play: Lewis, Willis and Clements are reliable must-start IDP options, while Douglas and Navies are worth a look in deeper IDP leagues. The Niners play vs. Seattle in Week 4.
News: 49ers DB Nate Clements had six tackles, a sack and a forced fumble Sunday against the Rams.
Analysis: Clements faces the Steelers in Week 3 and should be considered a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues.
News: The 49ers signed cornerback Nate Clements, the star cornerback from the Bills, to an eight-year, $80 million contract. The six-year veteran was considered one of the top prizes in free agency, and the up-and-coming 49ers rewarded him accordingly with what's believed to be the richest contract for a defensive back in NFL history. He has already been named a starter (duh!). Clements said the 49ers "not only showed the most interest, but I felt that they were moving in the right direction. This is Year Seven for me, and I've never even had a taste of the playoffs," he said. "I'm a competitor by nature, and I just want to get a taste at that next level."
Analysis: Clements is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, though his Fantasy production dipped a little bit in 2006. He finished last year in Buffalo with 70 total tackles (54 solo; he had 78 solo last year), three interceptions, one touchdown and 16 passes defensed (a career high). Expect him to be one of those rare cornerbacks who can play well at DB for Fantasy purposes. He'll be a middle-round pick as a No. 2 DB in 2007.
News: According to published reports, the 49ers have agreed to a eight-year, $80 million contract with free-agent DB Nate Clements. Clements had 70 tackles and three interceptions playing for the Bills in 2006.
Analysis: Clements has played in 96 games as a pro and has been a starter pretty much since he stepped into the league as a rookie in 2006. He has not started just five games in his five-year career. He is widely considered one of the best shutdown corners in the league. That hurts his Fantasy value somewhat in IDP leagues because teams don't like to throw his way and that makes it hard for him to get interceptions. But he is still a decent option in most Fantasy leagues. His addition also boosts the value of the 49ers DST, but they will need to sign a few more players before becoming a must-have Fantasy option.
News: The Nashville City Paper reports that the Titans will not sign CB Nate Clements, according to a source close to the situation. The Browns and 49ers remain key players in the Clements derby.
Analysis: Clements is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, though his Fantasy production dipped a little bit in 2006. He finished the year with 70 total tackles (54 solo; he had 78 solo last year), three interceptions, one touchdown and 16 passes defensed (a career high). Expect him to be one of those rare cornerbacks who can play well at DB for Fantasy purposes. He'll be a middle-round pick as a No. 2 DB in 2007.
News: The Nashville City Paper reports that free-agent-to-be Nate Clements has targeted Tennessee as a possible landing spot this offseason. The Titans are looking for shut-down cornerbacks to improve their defense, which ranked 27th against the pass in 2006.
Analysis: Without question, Clements is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, though his Fantasy production dipped a little bit in 2006. He finished the year with 70 total tackles (54 solo; he had 78 solo last year), three interceptions, one touchdown and 16 passes defensed (a career high). Expect him to be one of those rare cornerbacks who can play well at DB for Fantasy purposes. He'll be a middle-round pick as a No. 2 DB in 2007.
News: The Washington Post reports that the Redskins' annual free-agent spending spree will start with them trying to land LB London Fletcher-Baker and CB Nate Clements, both unrestricted free agents who played for the Buffalo Bills in 2006. Redskins defensive coordinator Gregg Williams coached both players when he was the head coach in Buffalo three years ago.
Analysis: Without question, Clements is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, though his Fantasy production dipped a little bit in 2006. He finished the year with 70 total tackles (54 solo; he had 78 solo last year), three interceptions, one touchdown and 16 passes defensed (a career high). Expect him to be one of those rare cornerbacks who can play well at DB for Fantasy purposes. He'll be a middle-round pick as a No. 2 DB in 2007.
News: Cornerback Nate Clements, a key to the Bills' defense, plans to test free agency next month. His agent, Todd France, told The Associated Press on Thursday it's in his client's best interest to pursue free agency once the period opens March 2. France added that Clements is open to re-signing with the Bills if the team makes a competitive offer. The Bills declined to comment, except to point out what coach Dick Jauron said about the team's potential free agents at the end of last season. "Our guys may want to test the market, and we understand that," Jauron said. "But we'd like to be kept in the loop and keep the conversations up with them and be as honest as we can be with them and keep an open mind as we chase our guys and others. That's the game. That's the business."
Analysis: Without question, Clements is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, though his Fantasy production dipped a little bit in 2007. He finished the year with 70 total tackles (54 solo; he had 78 solo last year), three interceptions, one touchdown and 16 passes defensed (a career high). Expect him to be one of those rare cornerbacks who can play well at DB for Fantasy purposes. He'll be a middle-round pick as a No. 2 DB in 2007.
News: Buffalo DB Nate Clements once again is playing well. He held Miami's Chris Chambers without a catch last week and is set to become a free agent. Despite being snubbed in AFC Pro Bowl voting this week, Clements is playing a key role on a defense that's not allowed 300 yards passing in a game this season. Individually, he's not allowed a receiver to score on him this year. Besides shutting out Chambers in last weekend's 21-0 win, Clements limited Indianapolis star Marvin Harrison to two catches for 21 yards in Buffalo's 17-16 loss last month. Clements also has three interceptions in his past five games, including one he returned 58 yards for a touchdown in a 31-13 win at the New York Jets on Dec. 10, and he's forced two fumbles and recovered two, playing strong run support.
Analysis: Consider Clements a No. 1 DB for Week 16 against Tennessee.
News: The Bills DST shutout the Dolphins 21-0 with one sack and two interceptions. LB London Fletcher-Baker had 10 tackles. LB Keith Ellison had eight tackles and an interception. LB Takeo Spikes had six tackles. DB Nate Clements had an interception. DL Aaron Schobel had three tackles and a sack. DB Terrence McGee had six tackles. DB Donte Whitner had seven tackles. DL Chris Kelsay had three tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Bills DST a low-end No. 1 option for Week 16 against Tennessee and use all regular IDP players as needed.
News: The Bills DST recovered one fumble and had two sacks against San Diego. DL Chris Kelsay had three tackles and recovered a fumble. DB Nate Clements had seven tackles. DL Aaron Schobel had four tackles and a sack. DL Ryan Denney had three tackles and a sack. LB Takeo Spikes had nine tackles. LB London Fletcher-Baker had seven tackles. DB Donte Whitner had seven tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Bills a No. 2 DST option for Week 14 against the Jets. Use all IDP players as needed.
News: Nate Clements sure picked a good time to have a great season. With the Buffalo Bills promising not to place the franchise tag on him for a second time, the veteran cornerback is going to be one of the hottest players on the free agent market in the offseason. But Clements insists that the inevitable big pay day is the last thing on his mind. "I don't get caught up in that stuff because it can be your best friend and your worst enemy at the same time," he said. "I'm getting married this offseason, I've got a little daughter and we're trying to build a home and a family, so I have other important stuff to worry about. The chips are definitely going to fall where they may. But right now, all I'm about is working hard, trying to get better and doing whatever it takes to help this team win football games."
Analysis: After a sub-par season in 2005, Clements is back to playing at the level that made him a Pro Bowl participant in 2004. He's among the Bills' leading tacklers with 58, including 43 solo hits. He has just one interception, but his 16 pass breakups are a team high. Because teams sometimes shy away from Clements, he makes for just an average Fantasy option. Consider him a low-end option for Week 13 as the Bills play the Chargers.
News: CB Nate Clements made his second game-changing play in the past three games, batting away a pass intended for Andre Johnson on third-and-2 right after the two-minute warning and forcing the Texans to punt the ball back to the Bills and setting up the winning drive. "I'm anticipating something quick in that situation," Clements said. "I told the guys, 'Press it up, cover our ends and see what happens.' They happened to run a slant. I saw it and just batted it down."
Analysis: A week after Clements held Marvin Harrison to two catches, he held Johnson, the NFL's leading receiver, to six catches for 76 yards and no TDs. He intercepted a pass and also recovered a fumble to stop another drive, keeping the meter running on his next contract. Clements is playing this year for $7.2 million as Buffalo's franchise player. Clements is a very good corner and that makes him an average Fantasy option on most occasions, seeing how teams tend to throw away from him. Still, he is a decent IDP option and can be used when the matchup is favorable. The Bills play against the Jaguars in Week 12.
News: The Bills defense allowed 21 points and 397 total yards in Week 11 against the Texans. DL Larry Tripplett and DL Aaron Schobel picked up sacks for the Bills, while DB Nate Clements had an interception and a fumble recovery. LB London Fletcher-Baker led all tacklers with 10.
Analysis: Consider the Bills DST a No. 2 Fantasy option in Week 12 against the Jaguars. Schobel, Clements and Fletcher-Baker are all solid Fantasy IDP options.
News: The Bills DST held the Colts to 17 points. LB Angelo Crowell had 13 tackles and forced a fumble. LB London Fletcher-Baker had 14 tackles. DL Aaron Schobel had two tackles and forced a fumble. DB Terrence McGee had six tackles and recovered a fumble. He also had four kickoff returns for an average of 36.8 yards and a long of 88. DL Chris Kelsay had three tackles. LB Takeo Spikes had nine tackles. DB Nate Clements had five tackles. DB Donte Whitner had four tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Bills DST a good sleeper for Week 11 against Houston and use all regular IDP players.
News: Bills defenders who did well in Week 10 include: LB London Fletcher-Baker (14 total tackles, interception-return for a touchdown), CB Nate Clements (nine total tackles), CB Terence McGee (six tackles), LB Takeo Spikes (nine total tackles), DE Aaron Schobel (four tackles, two sacks, fumble recovery) and SS Ko Simpson (six tackles, interception).
Analysis: Fletcher-Baker and Clements are must-start Fantasy defenders. Spikes, McGee and Schobel should start in most leagues, too. Expect these guys to be very busy when they play at Indy in Week 10.
News: Bills DB Nate Clements had four tackles against the Patriots.
Analysis: Clements is a good DB in all IDP leagues. The Bills have off in Week 8 but he should be started in Week 9 against Green Bay.
News: Bills DB Nate Clements (quad) is not among the Bills inactives for Sunday at Detroit, however, there have been no reports on whether he will be starting.
Analysis: Be careful with playing Clements in Week 6. It is not sure how much he will play. IDP owners be aware.
News: Bills starting cornerback Nate Clements missed practice Wednesday because of a sore right quadriceps, and it's uncertain whether he'll play against Detroit this weekend. Coach Dick Jauron hopes Clements will be able to practice by Friday and ready to play Sunday. Clements was hurt when he was leg-whipped by a Bears player in a 40-7 loss at Chicago last weekend. Listed as questionable, Clements did not walk with a limp Wednesday, a notable improvement after he had difficulty getting around the locker room Monday. If Clements is unable to play, Kiwaukee Thomas would start.
Analysis: When healthy, Clements is a reliable No. 2 or 3 Fantasy DB. Monitor his status if you're planning on using him in Week 6 at Detroit.
News: Bills starting cornerback Nate Clements' status is uncertain after he hurt his right leg and left wrist against Chicago in Week 5. Jauron said Clements is sore and the team won't know until Thursday whether he'll be able to play this weekend.
Analysis: Clements would be a huge loss for the Bills and to Fantasy owners in IDP leagues. Monitor his status throughout the week before finalizing your lineup.
News: Bills CB Nate Clements, Buffalo's top cover man, will draw the task of covering Bears WR Bernard Berrian in Week 5. Berrian is averaging 21.1 yards per catch and has a team-high three TDs.
Analysis: Clements is in search of his first interception of the season and he might get plenty of chances Sunday going against Berrian. Clements had a break out season in 2005 and should be starting every week for your IDP team. Be patient, the stats will come.
News: Bills DB Nate Clements had four tackles against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Clements has a chance to make some plays for the Bills with S Troy Vincent out for the rest of the season. Consider him a decent No. 2 DB in IDP leagues.
News: Nate Clements re-signed with the Bills, accepting the one-year, $7.2 million contract Buffalo offered the star cornerback after designating him the team's franchise player in February. The deal was struck in time for Clements to attend the start of a three-day minicamp.
Analysis: Clements finished 2005 with 78 tackles, a fumble recovery, two interceptions a fumble recovery, three forced fumbles and 11 passes defensed. He is a solid option in IDP leagues and will be well worth a middle-round selection in such formats next season.
News: According to reports, the Buffalo Bills have designated CB Nate Clements as their franchise player. He finished 2005 with 78 tackles, a fumble recovery, two interceptions a fumble recovery, three forced fumbles and 11 passes defensed.
Analysis: Clements is a solid option in IDP leagues and will be well worth a middle- to late-round selection in such formats next season.
News: Bills CB Nate Clements finished 2006 with 78 tackles, a fumble recovery, two interceptions a fumble recovery, three forced fumbles and 11 pass deflections.
Analysis: For a cornerback, these numbers are spectacular. In fact, only seven corners did better than Clements in Fantasy leagues. Expect him to be heavily pursued this offseason, making him a No. 1 Fantasy DB no matter where he ends up.
News: Nate Clements recorded eight tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 37-27 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.
Analysis: Clements is a nice choice in all IDP leagues for Week 17 at the N.Y. Jets
News: CB Nate Clements continues to pile up the takeaways. His forced fumble against Denver was the 10th of his career and third this season.
Analysis: Clements is still a very useful option in all IDP leagues.
News: CB Nate Clements had five total tackles and a forced fumble vs. Denver in Week 15.
Analysis: Clements remains one of the best cornerbacks in the game. Use him in IDP leagues.
News: Bills CB Nate Clements had 11 total tackles and an interception vs. New England in Week 14.
Analysis: Clements is a solid NFL cornerback who will help Fantasy owners thrive. Keep him active in IDP leagues.
News: Bills CB Nate Clements had eight total tackles and a forced fumble at Miami in Week 13.
Analysis: Clements is one of the best corners in the NFL and should be used in IDP leagues with regularity.
News: The Buffalo News reports CB Nate Clements (shoulder) could miss the Bills' first game of 2005 against Houston. However, the team listed him as probable on its injury report.
Analysis: Clements is a nice CB option in IDP leagues.
News: Nate Clements left Friday's preseason contest due to an injured shoulder and did not return.
Analysis: There were no reports on whether the ailment could cause Clements to miss the start of the regular season.
