News: The Eagles re-signed DB Joselio Hanson to a two-year deal on Wednesday.
Analysis: Hanson has been with Philadelphia since 2006. He knows the system and that should help him hit the ground running. But the Eagles now have great depth at CB, so Hanson probably be more of a nickelback. Leave him on waivers in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Eagles DB Joselio Hanson was among several players released by the team on Saturday as they make their way to the league-mandated active roster of 53 players. He spent the last five seasons in Philadelphia, missing just four games in the span.
Analysis: Hanson has been in the nickel and dime package in Philly for a half-decade, but they addressed cornerback depth like no other team in the brief offseason. The Texas Tech product made his mark as a reliable reserve and special teamer, hauling in four interceptions in his career with the team. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on where Hanson lands, but he remains a player to be ignore in most formats until he proves his worth.
News: Eagles DB Joselio Hanson totaled one assisted tackle and had an interception in Week 17 against the Cowboys. It was his second interception and first since Week 1.
Analysis: Hanson missed some time in 2009 because he was suspended by the NFL for violating the league's ban on performance enhancing substances. He was able to come back late in the season and make some plays for Philly, but his impact was still minimal in Fantasy. Ignore Hanson on Draft Day 2010.
News: Eagles WR Jordan Norwood was released on Monday. CB Joselio Hanson is eligible to come off the suspended list and likely will take his roster spot for Week 14 at the Giants.
Analysis: Hanson wasn't productive enough for Fantasy use before the suspension and won't be when he returns. You can leave both players on waivers in all leagues.
News: The NFL has suspended Eagles cornerback Joselio Hanson four games for violating the league's ban on performance enhancing substances. He will be eligible to return for Philadelphia's Week 14 game against the Giants. Hanson's attorney, David Cornwell, says his client was suspended after testing positive for a diuretic before last year's NFC Championship Game against Arizona. Cornwell says Hanson felt bloated after eating and took a pill that "turned out to be a diuretic." Cornwell says Hanson appealed but was notified on Tuesday that his suspension will stand. Hanson has 29 tackles and one interception this season.
Analysis: Hanson wasn't productive enough for Fantasy use in the first place. Keep him off rosters.
News: Eagles DB Joselio Hanson had two tackles (one solo) and one interception in a Week 1 win against the Panthers. He also had three pass defenses.
Analysis: Hanson is expected to figure heavily into the defense this season, and if he keeps making plays like he did in Week 1, the PT won't stop. Still, Hanson is not yet a full-time starter and has low-end Fantasy appeal.
News: Cornerback Joselio Hanson agreed to terms on a five-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. Hanson, 27, signed as a free agent before the 2006 season and has played in all 48 regular-season games and five postseason games since joining the Eagles. He recorded his first interception this season in a Thanksgiving night victory over the Arizona Cardinals and returned a fumble 96 yards for his first touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys. He finished with one sack and 32 tackles.
Analysis: Hanson will likely slot in as the nickelback in the Eagles 2009 defense, especially if they move Lito Sheppard this offseason. Ultimately, Hanson won't be helpful in winning IDP leagues, so pass on him.
News: Eagles DB Joselio Hanson had just one tackle Week 17 against the Cowboys, but picked up a Marion Barber fumble in the third quarter and raced up the sideline 96 yards for a touchdown. It was the first score of his four-year career.
Analysis: Hanson primarily plays in nickel situations for the Eagles and hardly factors on the stat sheet when everyone is healthy. He has little to no Fantasy value heading into 2009.
News: Eagles DB Joselio Hanson recorded the first interception of his career Week 13 against the Cardinals. He also had four tackles, including three solo.
Analysis: Hanson obviously doesn't get interceptions with enough consistency to have any real Fantasy appeal. Leave him on waivers in IDP leagues.
News: Restricted free agent cornerback Joselio Hanson re-signed with the Eagles, agreeing to a one-year contract. The 26-year-old Hanson was the team's nickel cornerback last year, appearing in all 16 games and making four starts. He recorded a career-high 45 tackles, one sack and a fumble recovery. Hanson signed as a rookie free agent with the San Francisco 49ers in 2003 out of Texas Tech before joining the Eagles in 2006.
Analysis: Hanson isn't productive enough to warrant use in Fantasy play. Ignore him for now.
News: The Eagles agreed to terms on a one-year contract with safety J.R. Reed and tendered a one-year contract to restricted free agent cornerback Joselio Hanson. If another team signs Hanson to an offer sheet, the Eagles have seven days to match that offer. If they choose not to match, the Eagles will receive a second-round draft choice as compensation.
Analysis: Both are likely to remain reserves and special-teams players with the Eagles, and they won't post many big stats. Keep them both off of Fantasy rosters.
News: McNabb's mobility compromised with injury with Eagles cornerback Lito Sheppard expected to return Week 7 against the Bears after missing the last four games with a sprained knee, Will James will go back to his role as the nickel corner. Joselio Hanson, who had been the nickel during Sheppard's absence, will be the fourth corner.
Analysis: Sheppard went through a full practice Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for Week 7 vs. Chicago. The Eagles are optimistic that Sheppard will return against the Bears and it appears Fantasy owners can once again use him in IDP leagues. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy DB. Continue to track the news for any setbacks. As far as James and Hanson are concerned, they have little to no Fantasy value if they are not regular starters.
News: Injuries have left the Eagles thin in the secondary. Starting corner Lito Sheppard went down in Week 1 with an ankle injury that could keep him out for 3-5 weeks. Then, last week, his replacement, Rod Hood, injured his heel. He likely will miss Sunday's game against San Francisco. With Sheppard and Hood out, Joselio Hanson, who is just four months removed from NFL Europe, will start against the 49ers. Dexter Wynn, who was cut in the preseason and then re-signed last week after Sheppard got hurt, will be the nickel corner. Dustin Fox, who was signed off the practice squad Tuesday, will be the fourth corner.
Analysis: The Eagles pass defense could be in for some trouble Sunday, if the front seven can't get any pressure on 49ers QB Alex Smith, who has been one of the league's best passers through two weeks. Not to mention the loss of DE Jevon Kearse will be huge. Be careful with playing the Eagles DST in Week 3. As far as IDP players are concerned, Hanson, Wynn and Fox shouldn't be expected in Week 3 to post huge numbers.
News: CB Joselio Hanson, who spent the spring playing in NFL Europe, will get his first start as an Eagle Sunday if Rod Hood isn't able to play. Hood has an injured heel.
Analysis: Hanson shouldn't be used in Fantasy Football play at this time.
News: Eagles DB Roderick Hood went into the locker room shortly before halftime with a heel injury Sunday and did not take the field with the starters for the second half of their game against the Giants.
Analysis: The Eagles entered the game short on cornerbacks following an ankle injury to Lito Sheppard in last week's win over the Houston Texans. Hood, who coach Andy Reid has described as a third starting corner, moved into Sheppard's spot and the team signed Dexter Wynn, a final roster cut at the end of the preseason, for depth. Nickel back Joselio Hanson replaced Hood. Hanson has no Fantasy value.
News: The Contra Costa Times reports Hanson has signed with the 49ers. He will join their practice squad.
Analysis: The team released offensive lineman Ben Archibald to make room for Hanson.
