News: ESPN is among a number of sources reporting the Rams will cut safety Quintin Mikell. He would have counted $9 million against the salary cap.
Analysis: Mikell has been a great source of tackles for several years and just had his first 100-total-tackle campaign in 2012, adding three sacks and four forced fumbles to go with it. He has seen a dip in passes defensed in two years with St. Louis but with his nose getting dirty stopping offensive players most Fantasy owners haven't seemed to mind. If Mikell lands on his feet he has value as at least a No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: For the second straight game, Rams defensive back Quintin Mikell had both a sack and a forced fumble Week 16 at Tampa Bay. He also recorded double-digit tackles for just the second time this season, finishing with 11, including 10 solo.
Analysis: Mikell has just three sacks and four forced fumbles this season, so it's not like either is especially common for him. He's done a good job of putting himself in the right position for a big play over the last couple weeks, though. At defensive back, his tackles alone are enough to make him a worthwhile option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Rams defensive back Quintin Mikell recorded his second sack of the season Week 15 against the Vikings. Both have come in his last five games. He also had five tackles, all solo, and a forced fumble in the contest.
Analysis: Defensive backs don't normally contribute a bunch of sacks, and Mikell is no exception. He'll get more tackles than the average defensive back, but not enough to make him a must-own in Fantasy IDP leagues. He's more like fringe option in those formats.
News: Rams defensive back Quintin Mikell lead the team in tackles in Week 14 against the Bills. He had nine stops -- eight solo -- in a 15-12 win.
Analysis: Mikell has been productive this season, and has an outside chance to reach 90 tackles for the fourth times in five seasons. He has 76 stops with three games remaining, though he is at risk of going without an interception for the first time since 2006. Continue to consider him a viable Fantasy IDP option.
News: St. Louis defensive back Quintin Mikell had eight tackles and a sack during the Rams' 27-13 loss to the Jets in Week 11. Mikell, who finished second on the team to James Laurinaitis for tackles (11), also recorded one of three sacks the Rams produced on quarterback Mark Sanchez.
Analysis: Mikell was active all over the field Sunday as he also forced a fumble for the second game in a row. The 32-year-old now has amassed 18 tackles over his past two outings to provide some stability in an otherwise pedestrian season. Fantasy owners in deeper IDP formats should keep track of his progression in deeper formats as he could warrant an addition.
News: Rams defensive back Quintin Mikell led his team in tackles in Week 10 against the 49ers. He recorded eight total (six solo) in the 24-24 tie.
Analysis: Mikell has 48 tackles through nine games this season but has yet to pick off a pass. Heading into Week 11 against the Jets, continue to view him as more of a low-end Fantasy option in IDP formats.
News: Rams defensive back Quintin Mikell recorded three tackles in the Week 8 loss to the Patriots from London Sunday. All three of Mikell's stops were of the solo variety.
Analysis: Mikell is up to 40 tackles on the season but doesn't have another other discernible statistics for Fantasy IDP formats. The Rams have a bye Week 9 and return Week 10 at San Francisco. Mikell has low-end value in IDP formats.
News: Rams safety Quintin Mikell was forced out of Thursday night's game against the Cardinals after suffering an apparent head injury. Mikell took a knee to the helmet in the second quarter and remained motionless on the field for a couple of minutes. He was able to walk off on his own power and finished with three tackles (one solo) in a 17-3 victory.
Analysis: Mikell 's injury appeared to be serious as he fell motionless on the ground. He was bale walk off on his own, which is a good sign for Fantasy owners. He'll likely be evaluated in the coming days, so we'll continue to keep an eye on his status moving forward. Mikell will have a few extra days to recover before he faces the Dolphins in Week 6. Fantasy owners should view him as a viable IDP option, when healthy.
News: Rams safety Quintin Mikell totaled five solo tackles Week 4 vs. Seattle. He has 24 tackles (20 solo) through four games.
Analysis: Mikell is on pace for another 90-tackle season in 2012. He doesn't get a ton of interceptions, but Mikell still gets enough tackles to be a viable Fantasy defensive back in IDP formats.
News: Rams defensive back Quintin Mikell recorded six tackles (four solo, two assisted) in a Week 3 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Mikell now has 17 tackles on the season, which has him on pace for about 107 on the season (he had 91 in 2011). Owned in 70 percent of leagues, Mikell is a decent IDP option and should be started in most formats heading into Week 4 against Seattle.
News: Rams defensive back Quintin Mikell didn't really have a big performance in the Week 2 win against Washington. Mikell finished the game with just three solo tackles to his credit.
Analysis: Mikell now has 11 tackles on the season in two games for the Rams. That comes after racking up 91 tackles last season, his first for St. Louis. He is usually a solid option for tackles at the defensive back position and should remain active in plenty of Fantasy IDP leagues heading into Week 3 at Chicago.
News: St. Louis defensive back Quintin Mikell notched eight tackles, including six solo stops, during the Rams' 27-23 loss to Detroit in Week 1. Mikell was one of at least four defenders to post at least eight tackles as the Lions amassed 429 total yards during the game.
Analysis: Mikell came within two tackles of matching his career high (93) during his first season with the Rams and will likely make another run at that mark this year. He showed no lingering health issues that limited him early in training camp and remains a strong option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: St. Louis DB Quintin Mikell registered a team-high 10 tackles, including eight solo stops, during the Rams' 20-13 loss to Cincinnati in Week 15. Mikell also tallied a pass defended for the second time over the past three games for St. Louis.
Analysis: Mikell reached double-digits in tackles for the second time this season as he now has 78 total stops. He is poised to top 80 tackles for the fourth straight year despite not recording a sack since the season opener. Consider Mikell a solid option in most Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell posted four tackles in Week 14 against the Seahawks.
Analysis: Mikell has recorded 68 tackles with two interceptions and a sack thus far and should continue to be viewed as a viable Fantasy DB in the majority of IDP formats.
News: St. Louis DB Quintin Mikell tallied six tackles, four solo, in Week 11 against Seattle. The Rams would lose the game, 24-7. He also intercepted a pass and returned it 11 yards on Sunday.
Analysis: Mikell has had some productive games for the Rams, but needs to show more consistency. He has 56 tackles, one sack and two interceptions on the season. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should continue to view Mikell as a low-end No. 2 DB option moving forward.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell made five tackles in a Week 10 win over the Browns. It was the third straight game in which Mikell failed to make more than five tackles or force a turnover.
Analysis: Mikell has been giving owners in IDP leagues mild production of late, though he is capable of heating up. Consider using him as a low-end No. 2 DB option.
News: St. Louis DB Quintin Mikell had just two tackles and one pass defended in Week 9 against Arizona. The Cardinals would go on to win the game, 19-13, over the Rams.
Analysis: This was a low total of tackles for Mikell as he's normally contributing more for Fantasy owners in IDP leagues. Still, he does enough on a regular basis to be considered a low-end No. 2 DB option.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell, who had a season-high 10 tackles at Dallas in Week 7, wasn't quite as productive Week 8 against the Saints. He finished with five tackles, all solo.
Analysis: Mikell is a pretty good tackler for a defensive back, but he isn't a reliable source of interceptions, having recorded no more than three in any NFL season. He's a low-end No. 2 DB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: St. Louis DB Quintin Mikell recorded a team-high 10 tackles in Week 7 versus Dallas. Eight of those were solo tackles. The Rams would end up losing the game, 34-7.
Analysis: Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should view Mikell as more of a No. 3 DB option at this time. He has 37 tackles on the year for the Rams.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell had a solid game in Week 6 at Green Bay on Sunday. Mikell had seven tackles, including six solo, and he now has 27 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Mikell is a No. 3 DB in IDP leagues, and hopefully he can continue to rack up good tackle totals. Consider him a decent bye-week replacement for Week 7 at Dallas.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell was fairly productive in Week 3 against the Ravens. Mikell finished with a team-high six tackles, all solo in the 37-7 defeat.
Analysis: Mikell has been very active for the first three weeks of the season and seems on pace a big year in St. Louis. He is a solid source for tackles and pass defended, so leave him active in the majority of formats heading into Week 4 against Washington.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell collected his first interception of the season in Week 2 against the Giants. He picked off QB Eli Manning on the first drive of the game and also recorded seven tackles in the 28-16 loss.
Analysis: Mikell has put together back-to-back productive performances in his first two games with the Rams and could end up being a solid Fantasy option when all is said and done. Keep an eye on his progress going forward and consider getting the 31-year-old active in more IDP formats.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell managed four tackles in Week 1 against the Eagles. He was also credited with a sack.
Analysis: Mikell was a solid addition from Philadelphia during the offseason, and should be a worthwhile play in most IDP formats while healthy.
News: St. Louis DB Quintin Mikell had a team-high six tackles and deflected a pass during the Rams' 17-16 preseason victory over Tennessee on Saturday night. Mikell has back in the starting lineup and did not appear to be hampered by an elbow injury he suffered in the preseason opener.
Analysis: Mikell's injury was considered minor, but he reaffirmed Saturday that the setback would not slow him down as the Rams prepare for the regular season. Mikell was a solid addition from Philadelphia during the offseason, and should be considered a viable option in the middle rounds of Fantasy IDP drafts.
News: Rams DB Quintin Mikell had an up and down debut with his new team during Saturday's preseason opener against the Colts. Mikell picked off a Curtis Painter pass on the third play of the game, and his 25-yard return to the Colts 16 set up a 6-yard scoring catch and run by rookie tight end Lance Kendricks. But Mikell also was injured in the game (left elbow), although the injury is thought to be minor.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Mikell and hopefully he will be fine for the start of the season. The Rams signed Mikell this offseason from the Eagles. Consider him a No. 2 DB in IDP leagues on Draft Day as long as he's 100 percent.
News: S Quintin Mikell agreed to a four-year deal with the Rams, according to The Sports Xchange. Terms were not disclosed. Mikell will be 31 in September.
Analysis: The Rams have only three other safeties under contract: James Butler, Craig Dahl and Darian Stewart following the release of Oshiomogho Atogwe. Mikell was at Philadelphia when Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo was part of the defensive staff. Mikell is getting up there in age, but he is still a good safety, so view him as a viable No. 2 Fantasy DB on Draft Day. Think middle- to late-round pick on him.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell once again led the team in tackles in the Week 16 Tuesday night loss to the Vikings. Mikell registered nine stops in the game and one tackle for a loss.
Analysis: The nine tackles gives Mikell 88 tackles for the season to go with three interceptions and one sack. He failed to get a pick in his third straight game, but still had a nice performance. He tackles well for a defensive back and deserves to be active in Fantasy IDP leagues for Week 17 against the Cowboys.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell had recorded an interception for a second straight game in Week 15 at the Giants, his third of the season. He was credited with two passes defensed and seven tackles.
Analysis: Mickell has had at least six tackles in four of his last five games with seven passes defensed to his credit in that span. He remains a solid play in larger IDP formats as a No. 2 DB going forward.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell intercepted his second pass of the season in the Week 14 game against the Cowboys. WR Miles Austin had the pass deflect off of him, and Mikell was the lucky recipient of QB Jon Kitna's second quarter pass. He added six solo tackles on Sunday night.
Analysis: Mikell is now just one INT away from tying his season-best mark set in 2008. He has always racked up a good number of tackles from the DB spot. Continue to roll with the former Boise State Bronco in Fantasy play heading into the Week 15 game against the Giants.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell totaled a team-high seven solo tackles in Week 13 against the Texans. He had one tackle for loss and two pass defenses. He has 66 tackles in 12 games.
Analysis: Mikell is in jeopardy of failing to record 90-plus tackles for a third straight season if he doesn't finish the season on a high note. Still, he has been solid against the pass and rush in 2010 and is still worth using as a No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: Philadelphia safety Quintin Mikell had his lowest tackling output of the season in Week 12, registering just two stops in the Eagles' loss at Chicago.
Analysis: Mikell, who entered the game with 57 tackles, has struggled a bit this season. He only has one interception and now has six games this season with five tackles or less. He remains a decent Fantasy play, at best, going forward.
News: Although Eagles DB Quintin Mikell was good against the run -- making six solo tackles -- in the Week 11 win over the Giants, he committed a pass-interference penalty while trying to cover WR Mario Manningham. The 31-yard penalty led to the Giant's first touchdown of the game. Mikell was able to break up a pass intended for WR Derek Hagan in the fourth quarter. He missed one play of action after getting the wind knocked out of him.
Analysis: Mikell is a great DB in run support, but he typically falls victim to the passing game like he did on Sunday night. Still, the amount of tackles he racks up and the occasional turnover he creates warrant him value in Fantasy play. Keep him active moving forward.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell had a quiet game against the Eagles in Week 1o. He recorded just four tackles in the 59-28 win.
Analysis: Mikell has only registered fewer than five tackles twice this season so Fantasy owners should not get down on him after Week 10. He has 51 tackles on the year with a sack, one interception and nine passes defended. He also had a fumble reception for a touchdown. Continue to view Mikell as a viable option in most Fantasy IDP formats heading into Week 11 against the Giants.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell and Kurt Coleman sandwiched Colts WR Austin Collie in Week 9, a hit that would send Collie off the field on a stretcher. The Colts receiver was diagnosed with a concussion, and the Eagles were tagged with a 15-yard unnecessary roughness penalty. Mikell had a total of eight tackles -- six solo -- in Week 9.
Analysis: Mikell was all over the place in Week 9 and has 47 tackles on the season. He doesn't excel in any one category, but he's worth using in the majority of IDP Fantasy leagues. The Eagles face the Redskins in Week 10, a team he registered seven tackles against in their first meeting.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell was credited with a sack and a pass defensed in Week 7 against the Titans. He also managed an interception, forced a fumble and notched five sacks.
Analysis: The sack was the first of the year for Mikell, but he has been consistent in regards to deflecting passes and racking up decent tackle totals. He remains a solid all-around Fantasy option in IDP leagues, worthy of starting in any league.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell recorded three tackles, including two solo, against the Falcons in Week 6. He entered the game averaging 6.2 tackles per game.
Analysis: Mikell is a decent tackler for a defensive back, but Sunday wasn't his best performance. He's still worth using as a No. 2 option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell scored his first career touchdown in the Week 5 win over he 49ers. He recovered a fumble after Brandon Graham sacked Alex Smith and returned it 52 yards for a TD. Mikell also led the Eagles with eight solo tackles and recovered another fumble. He even defended a pass.
Analysis: Mikell had the game of his life in Week 5 but continued to be a solid tackler in between all of the big plays. He remains a solid Fantasy DB in IDP leagues.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell recorded seven tackles in Week 4 against the Redskins to lead his team in that category. He would have had one more tackle but got bowled over by RB Ryan Torain as he ran in for a 12-yard touchdown in the first quarter.
Analysis: Mikell had his most productive game of the year in Week 4 and now has 23 tackles with five passes defended through four games. He looks well on his way to another 90-plus tackle season and remains a viable option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell had six tackles in Week 3 against the Jaguars. He had one tackle for loss and one pass defense in the 28-3 win.
Analysis: Mikell has 16 tackles through the first three weeks of the season while defending five passes with two tackles for a loss. He has quietly put together some decent stats over the last few years and is a nice No. 3 Fantasy DB heading into Week 4 against the Redskins.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell total five solo tackles in Week 2 against the Lions. He had one tackle for loss and three pass defenses. He has 10 tackles (nine solo) in his first two games.
Analysis: Mikell finally got some recognition in 2009 as he was named a Pro Bowler. He has quietly been one of the Eagles' best defenders the last few years and is a nice No. 3 Fantasy DB. He is definitely motivated for a big year playing for his next contract.
News: Eagles veteran DB Quintin Mikell recorded four tackles and defended a pass in Sunday's loss to the Packers. Mikell is paired with rookie DB Nate Allen, who recorded his first NFL interception on Sunday, in the secondary. The two combined for nine tackles.
Analysis: Mikell has recorded consecutive 90-tackle seasons and will try to do so again in 2010. Mikell is in the final year of his contract, so Fantasy owners can hope they struck gold with him in IDP drafts. We view him as a low-end Fantasy DB, but he does have a favorable matchup in Week 2 against Detroit.
News: Even though Eagles DB Quintin Mikell made the Pro Bowl as a third alternate in 2009, he said he was distracted last season as he was upset Philadelphia didn't give him a contract extension. "I realized at the end of the day you can't control none of that stuff," Mikell told The Philadelphia Inquirer. "All we can control is what we put on the field, and I've come to peace with that. . . . It's a hard lesson." Mikell said he tried too hard to fill the leadership role of Brian Dawkins, who left last season for Denver. "Last year, there were a lot of contributing factors to that situation," Eagles defensive coordinator Sean McDermott said. "[Mikell] persevered, and that's the important thing. I think he's better off for it."
Analysis: Mikell has posted back-to-back 90-tackle seasons and will once again be asked to pair with a rookie safety -- this time Nate Allen. Mikell is in the final year of his contract, so he will be motivated for a big season so he can cash in. However, since he doesn't get a ton of sacks or interceptions, he remains a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Philadelphia DB Quintin Mikell picked off an Alex Smith pass during the Week 15 win over San Francisco. He added a team-lead-tying five tackles.
Analysis: Mikell now has 78 tackles and two interceptions for the season over 14 games. He's worth owning in deeper Fantasy IDP leagues and can see use in those leagues during Week 16 against Denver's struggling offense.
News: Philadelphia DB Quintin Mikell picked off an Alex Smith pass during the Week 15 win over San Francisco. He added a team-lead-tying five tackles.
Analysis: Mikell now has 78 tackles and two interceptions for the season over 14 games. He's worth owning in deeper Fantasy IDP leagues and can see use in those leagues during Week 16 against Denver's struggling offense.
News: The Eagles had several players chip in Sunday on defense at Chicago. DB Quintin Mikell had eight tackles. LB Will Witherspoon had six tackles. DE Trent Cole had five tackles and a sack. DB Sean Jones had four tackles and an interception.
Analysis: The Eagles should continue to play well on defense heading into Week 12 against Washington. Consider Mikell, Witherspoon, Cole and Jones solid Fantasy options in IDP leagues.
News: The Eagles got some good play from several members on defense Sunday against Dallas. LB Akeem Jordan had seven tackles, LB Will Witherspoon had six tackles, DB Sean Jones had five tackles and a sack, DB Sheldon Brown had three tackles and an interception, DL Trent Cole had two tackles and a sack, DB Quintin Mikell had four tackles and DL Juqua Parker had two tackles and a sack.
Analysis: Look for the Eagles to continue to play on defense in Week 10 at San Diego. Plan to start all your regular IDP options against the Chargers.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell, who had three interceptions last season, recorded his first this season Week 6 at Oakland. He also had three tackles, including two solo.
Analysis: Mikell doesn't get a ton of interceptions, but he records more tackles than the average defensive back. He's worth using as a No. 2 option in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Eagles DL Omar Gaither (nine tackle, sack), DL Trent Cole (eight tackles, half a sack), DB Quintin Mikell (four tackles, fumble recovered), DL Juqua Parker (three tackles, sack), LB Chris Gocong (two tackles, forced fumble) and DL Chris Clemons (half a sack) all helped out in a Week 3 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: Cole is the best Fantasy contributor in this group, and is a solid starting DL in all Fantasy formats. Mikell also has some value in deeper leagues, but the other guys are not worth using in IDP play. The Eagles are off in Week 4, so be sure to bench Cole and Mikell.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell extended his career high to three interceptions Week 13 against the Cardinals. He also finished with a team-high seven tackles, including six solo.
Analysis: Mikell has 72 tackles now -- an especially high number for a defensive backs. Since he also gets a handful of interceptions and even sacks, he looks like a decent No. 2 option for Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell picked up his second sack of the season Week 12 at Baltimore. He also had six tackles, five solo, and forced a fumble.
Analysis: Mikell picks up a decent number of tackles for a defensive back, making him relevant in Fantasy IDP leagues. Take a flier on him as a No. 2 DB.
News: Eagles DB Quinton Mikell had five solo tackles and recorded his first interception of the season Week 4 at Chicago. He only has three career interceptions in seven seasons.
Analysis: Mikell gets a decent number of tackles, but his lack of interceptions makes him just a low-end Fantasy DB.
News: Notable Eagles defenders from Week 16 at New Orleans include: Rookie LB Stewart Bradley (six total tackles, sack, interception), DB Sheldon Brown (six solo tackles), CB Lito Sheppard and DB Quintin Mikell (six total tackles each) and DE Trent Cole (four solo tackles).
Analysis: Bradley had a nice game but won't help out much in Week 17 vs. Buffalo. Sheppard and Cole should do a little better, so consider them decent options in that game. Bradley has a shot to be an impact IDP option in 2008, as does Mikell.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell had his first interception of the season Week 15 at Dallas, but he fumbled it on the return. He also had two tackles.
Analysis: Mikell only has 61 tackles on the season, so his interception doesn't do enough to redeem his Fantasy value. Leave him on waivers.
News: Eagles inactives for Week 13 vs. Seattle include: DB Quintin Mikell, RB Tony Hunt DL Victor Abiamiri, DL Brodrick Bunkley and DL Montae Reagor. QB Donovan McNabb is also out.
Analysis: Aside from McNabb, everyone listed above doesn't produce enough stats to warrant use in Fantasy play. Keep them off of Fantasy rosters.
News: The Eagles' list of inactives for Week 12 at New England includes RB Tony Hunt, DB Quintin Mikell, DL Kimo von Oelhoffen, DL Victor Abiamiri and DL Montae Reagor.
Analysis: None of these players contributes enough statistically to have value in Fantasy even when active. Keep all reserved for Week 13 against the Seahawks.
News: The Eagles downgraded DB Quintin Mikell (knee) from doubtful to out for Week 12 at New England. Philadelphia might have to start third-string J.R. Reed in his place.
Analysis: Mikell has flown under the radar this season since replacing Michael Lewis, but he does have 54 tackles, one sack and one forced fumble. When healthy, he is worth using as a low-end Fantasy DB.
News: Notable Eagles defenders from Week 10 include: LB Takeo Spikes (12 total tackles), DL Mike Patterson (six solo tackles, one sack, forced fumble), DB Quintin Mikell (eight total tackles, forced fumble), DB Brian Dawkins (eight total tackles), CB Lito Sheppard and DL Trent Cole (six total tackles each) and LB Omar Gaither (five total tackles).
Analysis: Of these players, Spikes, Gaither, Dawkins and Cole are reliable options for Week 11 vs. Miami. Mikell is a player worth a look as well since he'll be a starting safety this season so long as he is healthy.
News: Strong safety Sean Considine will miss the rest of the season after hurting his left shoulder in the Eagles' loss to Dallas on Sunday night. Quintin Mikell will replace Considine in the starting lineup against the Washington Redskins on Sunday. Mikell started five games at free safety when Brian Dawkins was sidelined. "I could play both. It's just little nuances here or there," Mikell said of switching spots.
Analysis: Mikell is at best a desperation Fantasy DB at this point, though he could develop into a quality Fantasy option in time. Don't expect him to be useful in Week 10 at Washington.
News: Eagles LB Omar Gaither (seven tackles), DB Lito Sheppard (seven tackles), DB Quintin Mikell (seven tackles), LB Chris Gocong (six tackles) and DL Mike Patterson (four tackles) all made decent contributions in Philadelphia's 19-16 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Gaither, Patterson and Sheppard have minimal value as backups at their respective positions in IDP leagues, while Mikell is owned in zero percent of leagues for a reason. Bench them all in Week 8 against the Vikings.
News: The Philadelphia Eagles had no trouble getting to Jon Kitna in their 56-21 win over the Lions in Week 3. They totaled nine sacks with DE Nick Cole (three sacks), DE Juqua Thomas (two sacks) and DT Brodrick Bunkley (two sacks) leading the way. DB Quintin Mikell had one sack, while one sack was credited to the team. Thomas and Mikell also had fumble recoveries.
Analysis: Cole is the only one of these players with any value in IDP leagues and could be worth a start st DE against the Giants in Week 4. The Eagles DST's secondary is beat up, so wait to see how healthy they get during the week before starting them on Sunday against their division rivals.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Eagles DB Quintin Mikell could get his first career start Sunday against the Lions if DB Brian Dawkins is unable to play. Mikell, a five-year veteran, is the Eagles' special teams captain.
Analysis: Unless Mikell becomes a full-time starter, he won't be worth using in Fantasy leagues on a weekly basis. Ignore him at this time.
News: Don't be surprised to see more of S Quintin Mikell this season on defense, says PhillyBurbs.com. “I'm excited about it,” Mikell said. “I love playing special teams. I really do. But I'm at the time of my life where I should be trying to change over to doing more on defense. I'm not exactly sure how they're going to use me or what packages I'll be in, but I'm looking forward to being on the field more.”
Analysis: Mikell doesn't play enough on defense to warrant using in IDP leagues in 2007, but he could supplant Sean Considine as starting safety at some point this season, so keep an eye on him.
News: Safety and special teams standout Quintin Mikell signed a four-year contract to remain with the Philadelphia Eagles, team officials announced. Mikell, 26, had been scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent. A four-year player out of Boise State, Mikell was the Eagles special teams MVP the past two seasons after signing as a rookie free agent. Mikell led the Eagles with 35 special teams tackles this season and came up with a big fourth-and-goal stop against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas. In 2005, he blocked a field goal attempt that was returned 65 yards for a game-winning touchdown.
Analysis: Mikell doesn't play enough on defense to warrant using in IDP leagues in 2007.
News: Notable Eagles defenders from Week 16 at Dallas include: DB Quintin Mikell (four solo tackles), LB Jeremiah Trotter (five total tackles), CB Lito Sheppard (three solo tackles, interception), FS Brian Dawkins (three total tackles, one interception), DT Darwin Walker (three total tackles, sack), CB Rod Hood (tackle, sack, fumble recovery) and DE Darren Howard (two total tackles, sack).
Analysis: Of these players, Trotter, Sheppard, Dawkins and Howard are good IDP options for use vs. Atlanta in Week 17.
News: Eagles DB William James (calf) is doubtful, DB Michael Lewis (knee) and LB Shawn Barber (neck) are questionable, while DB Brian Dawkins (back), LB Omar Gaither (shoulder), DB Quintin Mikell (knee), RB Ryan Moats (ankle) and LB Jeremiah Trotter (knee) are probable for Week 16 at Dallas.
Analysis: Lewis, Dawkins and Trotter are the only injured Eagles worth keeping an eye on to make sure they will play Week 16. Dawkins and Trotter are likely to play minus any setbacks, but Lewis is 50-50 at this point.
News: Eagles DB Rod Hood (hamstring), DL Darren Howard (knee) and DB Michael Lewis (concussion) are listed as questionable, while LB Shawn Barber (knee), DB William James (knee), LB Matt McCoy (shoulder), DB Quintin Mikell (foot) and LB Jason Short (knee) are listed as probable for Week 14 at Washington.
Analysis: Howard and Lewis are decent Fantasy options in IDP leagues when healthy. Keep an eye on their status leading up to Sunday. Ignore the other injured players for now.
News: Eagles DB Quintin Mickell (thumb) was in the active lineup in Week 2 vs. the N.Y. Giants.
Analysis: Even when healthy, Mikell has no Fantasy value. Ignore him in IDP formats.
News: DL Jerome McDougle (rib) and DB Quintin Mikell (thumb) are listed as probable for Week 1 at Houston.
Analysis: Neither of these guys are owned in CBS SportsLine's Fantasy leagues. While they will play in Week 1, they can be ignored anyway.
News: PhiladelphiaEagles.com reports the team has Eagles offered $712,000 one-year deals to restricted free agents Reno Mahe and Quintin Mikell.
Analysis: Mikell has no value in Fantasy Football.
