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50 Will Witherspoon, MLB
Height/Weight: 6-1/239
| Birthdate: 08/19/1980
| Birthplace: San Antonio, TX, USA
| Team: Philadelphia Eagles
| College: Georgia
| NFL Experience: 8
| Owned/Started%: 63/50 | Average Draft Position: 227.00
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 Witherspoon endears himself to new team
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Updated 10/26/2009 |
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| News: With an interception return for a touchdown and a sack, Eagles LB Will Witherspoon is one of two players to accomplish that in his first game with a new team when he did it Monday night in a win over Washington. He joins Sam Adams, who accomplished it with Buffalo. Witherspoon tied for the team lead with eight tackles and added a forced fumble. | Analysis: Judging by his first game with the Eagles, Witherspoon could be a force going forward. If you need a new LB in Fantasy IDP leagues you might want to give him a shot Week 8 against the Giants. |
 Eagles acquire LB Witherspoon
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Updated 10/20/2009 |
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| News: The Eagles have traded rookie WR Brandon Gibson and a fifth-round pick to the Rams for LB Will Witherspoon. Witherspoon is expected to start immediately for the Eagles, possibly in the middle of the defense. He left the team's Week 6 game against the Jaguars with a hip/back injury but it's been deemed just a bruise. | Analysis: Witherspoon should help the Eagles run defense so long as he stays healthy. He's a useful addition off waivers in IDP leagues. Gibson could find playing time with the Rams sooner than later, especially since the Rams' offense is a lot like the Eagles; former Eagles assistant Pat Shurmur is the Rams' offensive coordinator. He's worth a flier in the deepest of leagues. |
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Rams defenders roughed up Week 6
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Updated 10/18/2009 |
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| News: The Rams had a slew of injuries on the defensive side of the ball in Week 6. CB Justin King (groin), DE James Hall (groin), CB Ron Bartell (possible concussion) and LB Will Witherspoon (hip/back) all were dinged up in the game. | Analysis: None of these players are all that relevant in Fantasy although Witherspoon and Hall do have some lower-end value in IDP formats. Monintor their status this week leading into Week 7 against a potent Colts offense. |
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Witherspoon leads in tackles Week 2
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Updated 9/20/2009 |
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| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon led the team in tackles on Sunday of Week 2 against the Redskins. Witherspoon amassed 10 total tackles. Oshiomogho Atogwe added 8 tackles as did James Laurinaitis. | Analysis: Witherspoon already has 16 tackles on the season after two games and that is a solid number. He can be used as a No. 2 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues. Atogwe also has 16 total tackles and an interception. He can be used as a No. 1 DB Week 3 against the Packers. Laurinaitis already has 22 tackles on the season and is a No. 3 IDP option most weeks. |
 Vobora to start for Witherspoon
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Updated 11/28/2008 |
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| News: Rams head coach Jim Haslett said Friday that seventh-round draft pick David Vobora will start at middle linebacker in place of Will Witherspoon vs Miami in Week 13. Witherspoon will play, but only on third downs and in two-minute drill situations, according to Haslett. Vobora will wear the headset for the Rams defense. | Analysis: This crushes the Fantasy value for Witherspoon this week, and possibly into future weeks depending on how Vobora plays. Consider the rookie a low-end No. 3 Fantasy option, though he'll see lots of chances to cling to the Dolphins' run game since they should utilize the ground game a lot. Witherspoon shouldn't start for Fantasy owners. |
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Witherspoon has 8 tackles
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Updated 11/23/2008 |
| Will Witherspoon, MLB PHI | |
| News: St. Louis LB Will Witherspoon led the team with eight solo tackles against the Bears in a Week 12 loss Sunday. | Analysis: Witherspoon has 67 total tackles on the season with one sack and one pick. Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues last year, but the tackles haven't come as frequently this season. Still, he looks like a decent starter in IDP leagues as the Rams play Miami in Week 13. |
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Witherspoon tackles 12, hurts leg
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Updated 11/16/2008 |
| Will Witherspoon, MLB PHI | |
| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon picked up 12 tackles, including nine solo, Week 11 at San Francisco. He now has 59 on the season. He ended up leaving the game with a leg injury, but coach Jim Haslett doesn't consider it serious. | Analysis: Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues last year, but the tackles haven't come as frequently this season. Still, he looks like a decent starter in IDP leagues. |
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Witherspoon makes four tackles
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Updated 11/2/2008 |
| Will Witherspoon, MLB PHI | |
| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon made four tackles in a Week 9 loss to the Cardinals. | Analysis: Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues last year, but hasn't been making as many tackles this season. He remains a decent low-end starting LB for now, but keep a close eye on his stats. |
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Witherspoon can't make another pick
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Updated 10/26/2008 |
| Will Witherspoon, MLB PHI | |
| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon, who had an interception in Week 7, could not make another pick in Week 8 in a loss to the Patriots. He made only three tackles in the game. | Analysis: Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues last year, but hasn't been making as many tackles this season. He remains a decent low-end starting LB for now, but keep a close eye on his stats. |
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Rams defenders corral Cowboys
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Updated 10/19/2008 |
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| News: Notable Rams defenders from Week 7 vs. Dallas include: DB O.J. Atogwe (three solo tackles, two interceptions), DL Leonard Little (four total tackles, 1.5 sacks, forced fumble), LB Will Witherspoon (three solo tackles, interception) and DL James Hall (three total tackles, 1.5 sacks). | Analysis: Of these defenders, Atogwe, Little and Witherspoon are worth using in IDP league play. The Rams play at the Patriots in Week 8. |
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Witherspoon probable for Week 6
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Updated 10/10/2008 |
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| News: St. Louis LB Will Witherspoon (shoulder) practiced in full for the Rams on Friday and is listed as probable for Week 6 in Washington. | Analysis: Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues last year and only figures to get better this season. He is usually around 10 tackles per game and is a great start in any IDP format. |
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Witherspoon in on five tackles
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Updated 9/28/2008 |
| Will Witherspoon, MLB PHI | |
| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon was credited with five tackles in Week 4 vs. Buffalo. | Analysis: Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues last year and only figures to get better this season. He is usually around 10 tackles per game and is a great start in any IDP format. |
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Witherspoon leads Rams defenders
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Updated 9/21/2008 |
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| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon (seven tackles, sack) and rookie DE Chris Long (seven tackles) led their team with seven tackles each in a Week 3 loss to the Seahawks. Also contributing were DL Adam Carriker (six tackles), DB Tye Hill (six tackles), DB Corey Chavous (six tackles) and DB O.J. Atogwe (six tackles). | Analysis: Witherspoon and Atogwe are solid No. 1 LBs in all IDP formats, while Long is a promising rookie worth using as a bye-week replacement. The rest of these guys have little or no Fantasy value. St. Louis hosts Buffalo in Week 4. |
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Witherspoon in on seven tackles
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Updated 9/14/2008 |
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| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon had six solo tackles in Week 2 against the Giants and one assist after recording just four tackles in Week 1 at Philadelphia. | Analysis: The Rams haven't been tackling many people early on this season, allowing nearly 1,000 yards of offense and over 75 points in two games. But the defense is going to be on the field a lot, it appears, this season and that could lead to more tackles down the road for Witherspoon, who remains a quality No. 1 Fantasy LB. |
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Witherspoon to do even more in '08
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Updated 8/20/2008 |
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| News: St. Louis Rams LB Will Witherspoon was the Rams team MVP in 2007 and has led the team in tackles in each of the last two years while learning basically a new position at inside linebacker. Perhaps the most terrifying thing for opposing offenses is that Witherspoon is still finding ways to get better. Along with his natural improvement and gains in size (he’s gained 9 pounds since arriving in St. Louis), Rams defensive coordinator Jim Haslett is finding new and inventive ways to use him. The return of pass rush specialist Leonard Little from injury and the selection of Chris Long doesn’t mean Witherspoon won’t be used to get after the quarterback in 2008. Witherspoon coming off the edge is still a prominent part of the defensive package. For instance, one set features Witherspoon moving to open space and blitzing from any number of angles. "We definitely have it in the package," Witherspoon said. "There’s still some things we have kind of hidden away and we know we can use it at any given time. It will be mixed in here and there." What won’t be hidden is Witherspoon’s versatility. At any given time, Witherspoon is just as like to rush the passer as he is to drop 30 yards into coverage and break up a deep pass attempt. In his third season in Haslett’s system and at middle linebacker, Witherspoon is about as confident as a player can be in his ability. | Analysis: Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues last year and only figures to get better this season. A safe bet to rack up the tackles, and apparently the sacks too, Witherspoon is a quality No. 1 Fantasy LB without the big-name hype. Unless you're in an IDP league with people who know what they're doing, you can probably sneak Witherspoon onto your squad with a pick between Rounds 6 and 9 in drafts. Still, he's making his name and won't go unnoticed for too much longer so scoop him up if he's available. |
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LB Witherspoon totals 110 tackles
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Updated 2/7/2008 |
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| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon continued to be a Fantasy stalwart, leading the Rams with 110 total tackles (92 solo), seven sacks (a career high), seven passes defensed and two forced fumbles. Witherspoon ranked as a top-12 Fantasy LB in standard-scoring leagues. | Analysis: A safe bet to rack up the tackles, and apparently the sacks too, Witherspoon is a quality No. 1 Fantasy LB without the big-name hype. Unless you're in an IDP league with people who know what they're doing, you can probably sneak Witherspoon onto your squad with a pick between Rounds 6 and 9 in drafts this summer. |
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Witherspoon's foot is OK
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Updated 12/18/2007 |
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| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon's foot didn't limit him in practice Wednesday. He's listed on the team's injury report, but is expected to play vs. Pittsburgh in Week 16. | Analysis: Witherspoon is having a career year but wasn't named to the Pro Bowl. Whether or not that motivates him in Week 16, he should still be a No. 1 Fantasy LB for Week 16 action. |
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Witherspoon has injury flare up
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Updated 12/7/2007 |
| Will Witherspoon, MLB PHI | |
| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon was a last second addition to the injury report Week 14 against the Bengals. Witherspoon took limited practice reps Friday, but is listed as probable for Sunday's game. He has been on the injury report just one other time this season and that came Week 12 with a foot injury. He was also probable and didn't miss the game. | Analysis: Witherspoon has been playing exceptional as of late. He has at least one sack in five straight games and six overall. He has emerged as a No. 1 Fantasy LB and it appears safe to keep him active Week 14. The Rams don't seem overly concerned about his injury at this time. |
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Rams defenders help out
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Updated 12/2/2007 |
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| News: Rams LB Brandon Chillar (seven tackles), DB Corey Chavous (six tackles), LB Will Witherspoon (five tackles, sack), LB Chris Draft (four tackles, sack), DL Adam Carriker (two tackles, sack) and DL La'Roi Glover (two tackles, sack) all had nice contributions in St. Louis' 28-16 win over the Falcons in Week 13. | Analysis: Witherspoon is a low-end No. 1 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues, while everyone else in this list has minimal or no value at this time. Start only Witherspoon in Week 14 against the Bengals. |
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Witherspoon has two sacks
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Updated 11/25/2007 |
| Will Witherspoon, MLB PHI | |
| News: Rams LB Will Witherspoon had five tackles and two sacks Sunday against Seattle. | Analysis: Witherspoon is a No. 1 LB in IDP leagues and should be started in all leagues in Week 13 against Atlanta. |
