News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali registered his ninth sack of the season in Week 16 against the Colts. He finished with two tackles in the 20-13 win and now has nine sacks on the year, which is second only to Justin Houston's 10.
Analysis: Hali needs only one more sack to post his third straight season with at least 10 sacks, albeit that could be easier said than done next week. The 28-year-old has been unable to get to the quarterback in each of his last three meetings against the Broncos so he will have his work cut out for him. Consider Hali merely a low-end option heading into Week 17.
News: Chiefs defensive lineman Tamba Hali got his first sacks in three games in a Week 14 loss to the Browns. Hali racked up a pair of sacks, his first since Week 11, in a 30-7 loss. He added four tackles.
Analysis: Hali is in danger of going without double-digit sacks for the first time since 2009, so he will need to finish the season strong. He is at eight now with three games remaining. He also has 45 tackles through 13 games, and remains a viable Fantasy option in most IDP formats.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali (knee) was cleared to play Week 13 vs. Carolina after coming into the game as questionable.
Analysis: Hali has six sacks in 10 games and continues to be a good pass-rushing presence for Kansas City. However, since he is a linebacker in Fantasy IDP formats and doesn't get a ton of tackles, Hali remains at best a mid-level Fantasy start.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali notched just three tackles and was held without a sack for the second time in his past three games during Kansas City's 17-9 loss to Denver in Week 12. Hali has now finished with fewer than four stops in five outings this season.
Analysis: After collecting 26.5 sacks over the past two seasons, Hali has struggled to maintain that intensity rushing the pocket and has just six sacks through 10 games this year. The Chiefs as a whole are not applying much pressure on the quarterback and rank 27th in the league with just 19 sacks. Fantasy owners should still view Hali as a viable option in deeper IDP formats as he can heat up quickly.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali had a solid game Sunday against the Bengals in Week 11. Hali had five tackles, including four solo, to go with one sack. It was his fifth sack of the season.
Analysis: Hali is a low-end linebacker in IDP leagues, and his best asset is his ability to rush the passer. Plan on starting him where needed in Week 12 against Denver.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali was all over the field in Week 9 against the Chargers. He finished tied for the team lead with nine tackles and also recorded a sack in the 31-13 loss. It was his fifth sack of the season.
Analysis: Hali has recorded double-digit sacks each of the last two seasons and looks well on his way to repeating that feat again in 2012. While he does not post a ton of tackles for a Fantasy linebacker, the 28-year-old remains a viable option in deeper Fantasy IDP formats heading into Week 10 against the Steelers.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali recorded two tackles and a sack in Week 6 against the Bucs. He now has 17 tackles and four sacks on the year, but has done it through five games, as he sat out Week 1 while serving a suspension.
Analysis: With his tackle totals somewhat muted by the one game suspension, Hali is still proving to be a nice source of sacks. On Sunday, he was the only player on either team to record one. Owned in 38 percent of leagues, Hali is an option in deeper IDP leagues. The Chiefs are on a bye next week and face the Raiders in Week 8.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali totaled six solo tackles and two sacks Week 5 vs. Baltimore. He now has 11 solo tackles and three sacks in his last two games.
Analysis: Hali had a bit of a sluggish start to the season after having to sit out Week 1 because of a suspension. But the Chiefs' pass rush is finally heating up and Hali is reaping the benefits. He remains just a mid-level Fantasy start in IDP formats because he is no longer DL-eligible, but he still has value because he is an effective pass rusher.
News: Kansas City linebacker Tamba Hali finally picked up his first sack of the season on Sunday of Week 4 in a loss to the Chargers. Hali took down Philip Rivers in the game. He added five tackles for the Chiefs.
Analysis: Hali was having a disastrous season prior to the Week 4 game. He finally recorded his first sack after having 12 last season. Hopefully this gets Hali going as he's still a decent Fantasy option in IDP formats.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali failed to record a tackle Week 3 at New Orleans. He only managed a quarterback hit in the 27-24 overtime win.
Analysis: Hali returned to action Week 2 after serving a one-game suspension, but he has yet to record a sack through two games. You know the risk with starting Hali. If he doesn't bring down the quarterback, then his numbers are usually weak as an outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme. Hali is having a slow start to the season, so he is a low-end Fantasy start in IDP formats until he picks up the pace.
News: Chiefs linebacker Tamba Hali made his 2012 debut Week 2 against the Bills after sitting out Week 1 because of a suspension. He finished Sunday with four tackles (three solo).
Analysis: The Chiefs are glad to have Hali back since he is one of their best pass rushers. It's just that Hali plays at outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme, so if he doesn't get to the quarterback for a sack, then he has a bad Fantasy week. Luckily, Hali has 12-plus sacks his last two seasons. He is a viable Fantasy start in deep IDP formats.
News: Chiefs coach Romeo Crennel expressed his happiness Monday to be getting linebacker Tamba Hali back into the mix Week 2 against the Bills since his pass-rushing presence was missed Week 1 against the Falcons as he served a one-game suspension. "We all know that Tamba brings a lot to the table as far as his ability to rush the passer," Crennel said. "When you have that kind of pressure that you can apply to an opposing offense, that's good for us and bad for them. They have to be concerned about it. We'll get him back and hopefully he'll be at a level that he can impact the opponent and then be able to help us win some games."
Analysis: Hali had 12 sacks in 2011 and has totaled 26 1/2 sacks the last two seasons. His numbers would look outstanding if he still had defensive-line eligibility in Fantasy, but even as a Fantasy linebacker he is still a viable start in all IDP formats. He just isn't an elite option because his tackle totals pale in comparison to other linebackers.
News: Kansas City linebacker Tamba Hali was suspended for the first game of the regular season after violating the league's policy on substance abuse. Hali, who also received a fine from the NFL, is eligible to return in Week 2 at Buffalo. "Tamba's situation is unfortunate," Chiefs general manager Scott Pioli said in a statement. "Obviously, we are disappointed and will miss him during this suspension, but the NFL's policies are very clear and we respect the league's decision in this matter."
Analysis: Hali is still eligible to participate in all preseason game and practices, but his absence for the season opener is a huge blow for the Chiefs, who are scheduled to battle the high-powered Falcons in Week 1. Hali has emerged as one of the best pass-rushing outside linebackers the past two seasons and compiled 26.5 sacks over in that span. Losing him for one game shouldn't be too much of a deterrent in selecting him with a mid-round selection in Fantasy IDP drafts.
News: Kansas City LB Tamba Hali had a monster performance against Aaron Rodgers and the Packers on Sunday of Week 15. Hali played a major role in the Chiefs becoming the first team in the NFL to beat the Packers as he finished the game with three sacks. Hali had three of the four sacks the Chiefs managed in the game. He finished with four total tackles.
Analysis: Hali has five sacks in his last three games now and is up to 12 on the season for the Chiefs. With 56 tackles, Hali has become a solid Fantasy option in most IDP formats. That said, he could stand to tackle at a greater rate.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali finished with seven tackles -- five solo -- in Week 14 against the Jets. Two of Hall's seven tackles were for a loss and he now has 52 stops on the season.
Analysis: Hali hasn't been a great source for tackles this season, but has already racked up eight sacks. While his numbers have been a bit sporadic of late, Hali's ability to get to the QB, makes it hard to take him out of most starting lineups. Consider him a No. 2 Fantasy LB, heading into Week 14.
News: Along with the right index finger of QB Kyle Orton, the Chiefs were concerned Monday with the right knee of FS Kendrick Lewis and one of OLB Tamba Hali’s hand. Lewis injured the knee in the first half Week 13 against the Bears and left the game, but returned in the second half. The extent of Hali’s hand injury as unknown, but he was headed for an X-ray after the game.
Analysis: Hali has two sacks in his last three games and eight on the season. He continues to be a solid pass-rushing presence for the Chiefs. However, he would be more valuable in Fantasy if he still had DL eligibility. Since he is an LB in a 3-4 scheme, he doesn't fill the stat sheet on a weekly basis. Hali is more of a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali recorded only one tackle in a Week 13 win over the Bears. However, he did get one of his team's seven sacks of QB Caleb Hanie. It was Hali's eighth sack of the season.
Analysis: Hali continues to put up mediocre tackle numbers, but he is on a solid pace for sacks. That renders him as a decent LB option for owners in many IDP leagues.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali had just two tackles, one solo, in Week 12 versus the Steelers. He was held in check in the 13-9 loss.
Analysis: Hali has seven sacks this season, but just 44 tackles to his credit. Kansas City's defense is on the field a lot these days, so there is no reason Hali doesn't post better numbers. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should continue to view him as a mid-range LB option at this time.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali recorded a sack on Monday night in Week 11 at New England. Hali added three tackles in the game and two of them were solo. Hali had two big hits on QB Tom Brady in the game.
Analysis: Hali recorded his first sack since notching two against San Diego at the end of October. He now has seven sacks on the season for the Chiefs' defense. Hali's sacks are nice, but his tackles leave something to be desired. He is just a mid-range option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Kansas City LB Tamba Hali had a quiet game Sunday against Denver in Week 10. Hali had four tackles, including two solo. Hali now has 39 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Hali is a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues. He should only be used where needed in Week 11 at New England on Monday night.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali totaled just two solo tackles in Week 9 vs. Miami. He now has just six tackles in his last three games.
Analysis: Hali was making more plays on a regular basis earlier in the season, but now that teams are watching film, they seem to be avoiding him a lot more. Therefore, if Hali can't get to the QB, then he is going to have a bad Fantasy week. Hali is still worth using as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Kansas City LB Tamba Hali picked up two sacks of San Diego QB Philip Rivers on Monday night in a game that went into overtime. Hali had three total tackles in the game as he recorded his second multi-sack game of the season. In fact, Hali now has six sacks on the year for the Chiefs.
Analysis: Hali has been a force getting to the quarterback. He had gone two straight games without a sack but came back with a vengeance on the Monday night stage. Hali could tackle with better consistency, and that makes him more of a mid-range Fantasy LB in IDP formats.
News: Kansas City LB Tamba Hali notched a season-low four tackles during the Chiefs' 28-24 victory over Indianapolis in Week 5 on Sunday. Hali had recorded at least six tackles in his previous four games, but still remains second on the team with 29 total stops.
Analysis: Hali was also unable to improve his standing among the NFL's sack leaders and was held without a sack for just the second time this season. He remains one of the key members of the Chiefs' thin defense and should be viewed as a quality option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali recorded a pair of sacks in Week 4's victory over the Vikings. He surpassed Eric Hicks to rank third for the Chiefs all-time in sacks with 45.5. Only Derrick Thomas (126.5) and Neil Smith (85.5) rank ahead of Hali. He also tied for the team lead in tackles for the game with seven.
Analysis: Hali won't always get this many tackles, but he already has four sacks on the season. He offers enough production that he should be considered as a solid LB option for owners in IDP leagues.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali recorded his second sack of the year in Week 3 against the Chargers. He tallied six tackles, four solo, on the day. Kansas City would still lose the game, 20-17, despite his efforts.
Analysis: Hali now has 18 tackles on the year for the Chiefs. He was dealing with an ankle injury during the week, but seemed fine on Sunday. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should continue to view Hali as a viable LB option heading into Week 4.
News: Kansas City LB Tamba Hali was active for Sunday's contest against San Diego, despite having an ankle issue.
Analysis: The Chiefs dodged a real bullet here. They already lost safety Eric Berry and running back Jamaal Charles for the year, and losing Hali for any amount of time would have been another key loss. It appears Hali is good to go, so consider starting him in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: After practicing in full all week, Chiefs LB Tamba Hali (ankle) is listed as probable for Week 3 at San Diego.
Analysis: The Chiefs dodged a real bullet here. They already lost safety Eric Berry and running back Jamaal Charles for the year, and losing Hali for any amount of time would have been another key loss. It appears Hali is good to go, so consider starting him in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Chiefs OLB Tamba Hali left Sunday’s game against the Lions midway through the fourth quarter with a left ankle injury. Hali walked off the field under his own power, but he sat on the Chiefs bench for the rest of the game with an ice bag on the ankle. No word Monday on his prognosis.
Analysis: Hali might not get a lot of tackles as an outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme, but he is an excellent pass rusher and keeps his Fantasy value in IDP formats because he gets to the QB often. Continue to keep tabs on Hali's progress leading up to Week 3.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali made three tackles and assisted on three more in Week 2 against the Lions.
Analysis: Hali recorded one sack in the season opener but was unable to get after the quarterback in Week 2. While reaching 14.5 sacks again is a tough task, he could definitely chip away at that mark with a couple of big games. Playing in the 3-4 defense in Kansas City, continue to view Hali as a viable option in most IDP formats.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali totaled six tackles (four solo) and one sack in Week 1 against the Bills. He had two tackles for loss and two quarterback hits.
Analysis: The Chiefs ponied up the dough to sign Hali to a contract extension in the preseason and the veteran didn't disappoint in Week 1. He might not get the tackle totals to compete with the elite LBs, but he is a great pass rusher and still worth starting in most Fantasy IDP formats.
News: NFL Network reported Wednesday that the Chiefs were able to extend the contract of veteran pass-rush specialist Tamba Hali. The report said that he signed a five-year, $60 million deal with $35 million in guaranteed money. Hali had a breakout 2010 season, notching a career-high 14 1/2 sacks to go along with 51 tackles and four forced fumbles.
Analysis: Hali was easily the best pass-rusher on the team last season, and he was a key cog in the Chiefs' playoff appearance. He was franchised in Kansas City during the spring, but the team committed to him long-term in a big way Wednesday. He has improved in one area or another in each of his five NFL seasons, and there is little reason to think he won't pester QBs again in 2011. Consider Hali to be a No. 2 LB in IDP leagues, worth a middle-to-late-round pick on Draft Day.
News: The Chiefs have designated LB Tamba Hali as their franchise player. "Tamba is a key contributor to our football team, and we have a tremendous amount of respect for him both personally and professionally," general manager Scott Pioli said Wednesday. "We want Tamba to remain a member of the Chiefs, and we will continue to work together with the hope of reaching a long-term agreement." Hali is coming off of a huge season with 14.5 sacks and has 23 over the past two seasons in their 3-4 defensive scheme, so the Chiefs have to do what they can to keep him around for the long-term. As a “non-exclusive” franchise player, Hali will be paid the average of the top-five salaries of last season at his position, or 120 percent of his previous year’s salary. As a non-exclusive franchise player, he can negotiate with other teams. The Chiefs can match a new club's offer, or receive two first-round draft choices if they decide not to match. The franchise number for his position is expected to be over $10 million. Once Hali signs his one-year franchise tender, the salary becomes guaranteed.
Analysis: Hali is a good source of sacks, and he has the potential to be a No. 2 LB in IDP leagues in 2011. But plan on drafting him as a No. 3 option with a late-round pick based on his lack of turnovers and minimal number of tackles.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali made getting to quarterback Joe Flacco a priority in Sunday's AFC Wild Card playoff game against Baltimore. Hali did just that as he sacked Flacco a team-high two times in the embarrassing 30-7 loss. Hali finished with seven tackles in total and added a pass defended.
Analysis: Hali had at least one sack in his final three games this season, including the playoff, for a total of 5 1/2 over that span. In his last six games, Hali had 8 1/2 sacks. He finished with 14 1/2 on the regular season and 16 1/2 total including the playoff. The sack artist should be considered a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues in 2011.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali played well in the regular-season finale against the Raiders on Sunday in Week 17. Hali had 2.5 sacks, the ninth multi-sack game of his career. He also finished with six tackles, including five solo.
Analysis: Hali should continue to play well in the playoffs with Kansas City set to play host to Baltimore in the first round. Keep an eye on how Hali does, and he should be considered a No. 3 LB in IDP leagues in 2011.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali was credited with three tackles in Week 16 against the Titans, including a sack. He has notched four sacks in his last four games.
Analysis: Hali was held without a tackle in Week 16, but has been on a nice tear of late. He has 12 sacks going into the final week of the regular season and is a player we feel is widely under-appreciated in IDP leagues. He was active in just 11 percent of leagues for Week 16.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali had a quiet day in Week 15. He did not record a tackle or a sack, though he did deflect a pass.
Analysis: Hali has just 43 tackles on the season, but he does have 11 sacks. That gives him enough value to be a No. 2 Fantasy LB going into Week 16.
News: Kansas City LB Tamba Hali had one of two Chiefs sacks on San Diego quarterback Philip Rivers in the Chiefs' 31-0 loss to the Chargers in Week 14. Hali also matched a season high with six tackles.
Analysis: Hali now has 14 tackles in his last three games and kept busy in Sunday's game as San Diego racked up 426 yards of total offense. Consider Hali a No. 2 Fantasy LB for Week 15 against St. Louis.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali had a huge game Sunday against Denver in Week 13. Hali had four tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble. He now has 10 sacks on the season and three forced fumbles.
Analysis: Hali is playing well and is worth using as a No. 2 Fantasy LB based on his ability to rush the passer. Consider Hali a quality option in IDP leagues in Week 14 at San Diego.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali recorded his first fumbled recovery of the year in Week 12 against the Seahawks. He scooped up the ball after LB Derrick Johnson sacked QB Matt Hasselbeck in the fourth quarter, dislodging the ball. Hali also had four tackles in the 42-24 win.
Analysis: Hali doesn't record a ton of tackles for a linebacker but his eight sacks and two forced fumbles are what make him valuable in Fantasy. With Denver up next on the schedule, continue to view the 27-year-old as a No. 2 Fantasy LB in IDP formats for Week 13.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali was releativley quiet in Week 10 against the Broncos. Hali did not record a sack for the first time in three games and finished with just three tackles, two solo in the 49-29 loss.
Analysis: Hali remains a half a sack away from matching his career high and should be able to eclipse that mark with seven games to go. While he doesn't rack up a ton of tackles, his ability to get to the quarterback makes him a worth starting in the majority of IDP formats. Consider him a No. 2 Fantasy LB heading into Week 11 against the Cardinals.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali recorded yet another sack in Week 9 against the Raiders. He brought down QB Jason Campbell for his eighth sack of the year and has 3.5 over his last three games. He finished with four tackles in the 23-20 overtime loss.
Analysis: Hali is a half a sack away from matching his career high and should be able to eclipse that mark with eight games to go. While he does not record a ton of tackles, his ability to get after the quarterback gives him value in most Fantasy IDP formats. Continue to view Hali as a viable option heading into Week 10 against the Broncos.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali recorded 1.5 sacks against Bills QB Ryan Fitzpatrick in Week 8, raising his season total to seven. That ties Hali for fourth in the rankings for sacks. He also had four tackles in the game.
Analysis: Hali has not been a very prolific tackler, but he gives owners enough sacks to deserve consideration in IDP leagues. The Chiefs will face the Raiders, who have allowed the third-most sacks in the league, in Week 9. Consider starting Hali for the coming week.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali had three tackles and a sack Sunday against Jacksonville in Week 7. He had two solo tackles and now has 20 tackles and six sacks on the season.
Analysis: Hali is a solid DL in IDP leagues and is worth starting most weeks. Consider him a solid option in Week 8 against the Bills and hopefully he will continue to rack up sacks like he has to start the season.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali had another productive game in Week 5 against the Colts. He totaled six tackles (five solo), one sack, one pass defense and one forced fumble. Hali has 4 1/2 sacks and two forced fumbles in four games.
Analysis: Hali has really become a nice pass-rushing threat since moving to outside linebacker in Romeo Crennel's 3-4 scheme. He is on pace to shatter his career-high 8 1/2 sacks, which he set in 2009. Consider adding Hali in Fantasy IDP leagues thanks to his fast start.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali made three sacks and forced a fumble in a Week 3 out of the 49ers.
Analysis: Hali has been a decent sack guy during his career, with seven or more in three of his four seasons, but he's never put up huge tackle totals and has just one career INT. He remains just a low-end option in IDP Fantasy play heading into K.C.'s bye week.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali recorded five tackles in Week 1 against the Chargers. He was credited with half a sack as well as a tackle for loss and a quarterback hit.
Analysis: Hali is coming off a strong preseason and was able to carry that over to the regular season with a strong showing in Week 1. Hali was a good pass rusher as a down lineman, but now that he is moving to outside linebacker in Romeo Crennel's hybrid 3-4 system, he could have his best season yet. Hali is a low-end No. 2 Fantasy DL with great upside.
News: Making the transition to outside linebacker, Tamba Hali has garnered a lot of attention in the preseason as the Chiefs' best pass rusher. He has also been instrumental in providing a good challenge on a daily basis in practice for third-year left tackle Branden Albert.
Analysis: While Hali has no sacks and one tackle in two preseason games, there is still a lot to be excited about. Hali was a good pass rusher as a down lineman, but now that he is moving to outside linebacker in Romeo Crennel's hybrid 3-4 system, he could have his best season yet. Hali is a low-end No. 2 Fantasy DL with great upside.
News: The Chiefs have converted former defensive lineman Tamba Hali into an outside linebacker since the team is moving to a 3-4 defense under first-year coordinator Romeo Crennel.
Analysis: This is not such a bad move for Hali and the Chiefs. Kansas City now gets to take advantage of Hali's pass-rushing skills without him having to put his hand on the ground. It could lead to more sacks, especially since Crennel is a defensive genius. Draft Hali as a No. 3 Fantasy LB with upside.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali sacked Bills QB Ryan Fitzpatrick in the Week 14 loss. He finished with three tackles in the game.
Analysis: Hali now has seven sacks for the season to go with 54 tackles. Hali is having a solid campaign and is starting to look like the guy who racked up 15 1/2 sacks in his first two NFL seasons. Still, he's only worth a look in deeper IDP leagues heading into Week 15 against the Browns.
News: Chiefs LB Tamba Hali had a monster day in a Week 13 loss to the Broncos, making 10 tackles, three sacks and forcing two fumbles.
Analysis: Hali is having a solid campaign and is starting to look like the guy who racked up 15 1/2 sacks in his first two NFL seasons. Still, he's only worth a look in deeper IDP leagues heading into Week 14 vs. Buffalo.
News: Kansas City LB Tamba Hali forced a safety as he sacked QB Todd Collins in the end zone late in the 4th quarter of their Week 6 win at Washington. The sack iced the game for the Chiefs. Hali finished with four tackles in the game.
Analysis: Hali has 18 tackles on the season and now has three sacks. Hali has minimal Fantasy value as a Fantasy IDP player. We still wouldn't really use him Week 7 against the Chargers.
News: In the Chiefs' Week 1 loss at the Ravens, notable defensive performances include DB Mike Brown (12 total tackles), LB Tamba Hali (five total tackles, sack, forced fumble), LB Derrick Johnson (three solo tackles, interception) and DB Jon McGraw (blocked punt return for touchdown).
Analysis: Of these players, all but McGraw are worth owning in IDP league play, though none are even No. 2 options. The Chiefs host the Raiders in Week 2.
News: In the Chiefs' 22-21 loss vs. the Chargers in Week 15, notable defenders included: DE Tamba Hali (five solo tackles, two sacks and two forced fumbles), CB Brandon Flowers (10 solo tackles, forced fumble), DL Jason Babin (six total tackles, sack) and DB Jarrad Page (six total tackles, forced fumble). CB Patrick Surtain also had an interception with two solo tackles.
Analysis: Of these defenders, Hali is usable as a No. 2 Fantasy DL and Flowers as a low-end No. 3 Fantasy DB. No one else is worth the roster spot in Fantasy play. The Chiefs play vs. the Dolphins in Week 16.
News: The Chiefs inactives for Week 11 against New Orleans are DB Patrick Surtain, DB Brandon Flowers, TE Michael Merritt, LB Pat Thomas, LB Derrick Johnson and DE Tamba Hali.
Analysis: Keep these players reserved for Week 11 and hope they can return in Week 12. The Chiefs will miss Flowers, Johnson and Hali on defense this week.
News: Once again, the injury-ravaged Chiefs are scouring the landscape for usable, unemployed professional football players. They're in the market for linebackers and cornerbacks. Coach Herman Edwards said linebackers Derrick Johnson and Pat Thomas and defensive end Brian Johnston are all out for this week's game against New Orleans. Questionable are defensive ends Tamba Hali and Turk McBride, cornerbacks Patrick Surtain and Brandon Flowers and safety DaJuan Morgan.
Analysis: As it stands, the Chiefs defense has been awful all season. Johnson, Hali and Flowers are all no better than low-end Fantasy options when healthy while the rest of the players listed above don't register on the Fantasy radar.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Chiefs DE Tamba Hali left the San Diego locker room in a walking boot, and coach Herm Edwards acknowledged after the game that the team likely will be looking for free agent defensive ends this week.
Analysis: Hali was always worth more to the actual Chiefs' roster than he was for Fantasy owners. If Kansas City does need another DE to fill his space because he's going to be injured for some time, it's time to drop him off rosters in Fantasy leagues.
News: Kansas City DL Tamba Hali picked up five tackles and a sack of Brett Favre in the Week 8 loss to the Jets.
Analysis: The sack was Hali's first of the season. Add that to the 24 tackles he's got on the year and he's not a recommended Fantasy IDP player. Don't start him in Week 9 vs. Tampa Bay.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali (knee) is active and expected to start Week 5 at Carolina. He was listed as probable on the injury report and did go through a full practice Friday.
Analysis: Hali has 14 tackles and one pass defense this season, but is still looking for his first sack. He has failed to fill the void created by DL Jared Allen's departure to Minnesota, but perhaps the knee injury has slowed him down. Hali is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy DL until further notice.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali (knee) is listed as probable for Week 5 at Carolina. Hali went through a full practice Friday after limited reps the previous two days.
Analysis: Hali has 14 tackles and one pass defense this season, but is still looking for his first sack. He has failed to fill the void created by DL Jared Allen's departure to Minnesota, but perhaps the knee injury has slowed him down. Hali is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy DL until further notice.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali (knee) went through limited practice reps Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for Week 5 at Carolina. Hali has been limited in practice since Week 3 because of the knee injury, but hasn't missed a game.
Analysis: Hali has 14 tackles and one pass defense this season, but is still looking for his first sack. He has failed to fill the void created by DL Jared Allen's departure to Minnesota, but perhaps the knee injury has slowed him down. Hali is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy DL until further notice.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali was limited in practice by a knee injury Friday and is probable for Week 4 against the Broncos. He was questionable in Week 3, also for a knee injury.
Analysis: Hali had eight sacks last season, but he has yet to record one this season. Still, he's a decent Fantasy IDP option and will likely start Week 4.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali (knee) is active and expected to start Week 3 at Atlanta. Hali was listed as questionable on the injury report. Hali took limited practice reps Friday after injuring himself Thursday.
Analysis: Hali has 10 tackles and one pass defense in two games this season, but is still looking for his first sack. He now has the role of the team's top sack artist with Jared Allen in Minnesota, so Hali passes as a viable No. 2 Fantasy DL when healthy. It appears safe to keep him active.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 3 at Atlanta. Hali took limited practice reps Friday after injuring himself Thursday. "He came back sore and we'll see where he's at with his knee (on Sunday)," head coach Herm Edwards said.
Analysis: Hali has 10 tackles and one pass defense in two games this season, but is still looking for his first sack. He now has the role of the team's top sack artist with Jared Allen in Minnesota, so Hali passes as a viable No. 2 Fantasy DL when healthy. Track his progress leading up to Sunday.
News: The Chiefs reportedly have traded Pro Bowl defensive end Jared Allen to the Vikings. Citing a source, the Kansas City Star reported that Allen went to Minnesota on Tuesday night to sign a six-year contract worth just under $74 million with more than $31 million guaranteed, the most ever for a defensive player. That leaves DE Tamba Hali as the Chiefs' premier pass rusher heading into the 2008 season.
Analysis: Hali played well as a sophomore in 2007. He posted 58 tackles (46 solo) with 7.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. Hali led the Chiefs with eight sacks in 2006. He's a solid young pass rusher and is worth drafting in all leagues in 2008. Consider him a low-end No. 2 DL in IDP leagues and hope this type of consistency continues with Allen no longer playing opposite him.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali played well as a sophomore in 2007. He posted 58 tackles (46 solo) with 7.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. Hali led the Chiefs with eight sacks in 2006.
Analysis: Hali is a solid young pass rusher and is worth drafting in all leagues in 2008. Consider him a No. 2 DL in IDP leagues and hope this type of consistency continues.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hall got his team's only sack in Kansas City's 41-7 loss to the Broncos in Week 14. He finished the day with three tackles.
Analysis: Hall has some minimal value as a low-end Fantasy DL reserve in IDP leagues, but should not be started in Week 15 against the Titans.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali had five tackles Sunday against San Diego.
Analysis: Hali is a No. 3 DL in IDP leagues and should not be used in Week 14 at Denver.
News: Notable Kansas City defenders from Week 13 vs. Oakland include: LB Donnie Edwards (seven total tackles, sack, forced fumbles), DE Jared Allen (six solo tackles), LB Derrick Johnson (seven total tackles) and DE Tamba Hali (three total tackles, sack).
Analysis: Only Johnson, Edwards and Allen are reliable Fantasy options in IDP leagues (Hali in deeper leagues). They host the Chargers in Week 13.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali had a sack -- his fourth of the season -- on five tackles Week 11 at Indianapolis. His sack also forced a fumble, but the Colts recovered.
Analysis: Since he doesn't get many tackles, Hali's only a low-end Fantasy DL with his four sacks. We recommend you leave him on waivers for Week 12 against the Raiders.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali had three tackles and a half-sack Sunday against Green Bay.
Analysis: Hali is a No. 3 DL in IDP leagues and is worth using in Week 10 against Denver.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali came away with his first two sacks of the season Week 3 against the Vikings. He totaled two tackles and now has 11 on the season.
Analysis: Hail had a great rookie season with 61 tackles and eight sacks. He is one of the NFL's best young pass rushers and that makes him a viable Fantasy DL as well. Treat him as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy DL heading into Week 4 against the Chargers.
News: The Chiefs defense gave up 397 yards and 30 points to the Jaguars in a Week 17 win. DB Ty Law had an interception in the game, while DB Sammy Knight, DB Patrick Surtain and DL Tamba Hali each had a sack.
Analysis: The Chiefs were a hard defense to read in 2006. Some weeks they were great, but other weeks they looked horrendous. They will probably be viewed as a No. 2 Fantasy DST on Draft Day 2007. Knight, Law and Surtain are getting up there in age and will probably be low-end Fantasy DBs in 2007. Hali on the other hand had a great rookie year with seven sacks and will probably be a popular pick in IDP leagues next season.
News: Notable Chiefs defenders from Week 12 vs. Denver include: DE Tamba Hali (six total tackles, two sacks, forced fumble), LB Keyaron Fox (seven total tackles), CB Ty Law (seven total tackles, interception, forced fumble) and DE Jared Allen (five solo tackles). LB Derrick Johnson was active and did play but didn't record any statistics.
Analysis: Hali is only owned in 27 percent of CBS SportsLine.com IDP leagues -- that should go way up after this game as he makes his case for defensive rookie of the year. Law, Allen and Johnson are reliable IDP'ers while Fox is a fringe player at best. The Chiefs play at Buffalo in Week 13.
News: Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson (ankle) is listed as questionable, while DL Tamba Hali (hip) is listed as probable for Week 12 vs. Denver.
Analysis: Johnson and Hali are both serviceable Fantasy options when healthy. If you plan to use either of them for Fantasy purposes in Week 12, continue to monitor their status leading up to kickoff on Thursday.
News: Chiefs DB Sammy Knight (ankle), DB Greg Wesley (shoulder) and DL Tamba Hali (hip) are listed as questionable for Week 11 vs. Oakland.
Analysis: All three players could be used as reserve players in IDP leagues, but Hali has great value in keeper leagues seeing how he has such high potential.
News: The Chiefs gave up only 13 points against Miami but only had one sack and one turnover. DL Jared Allen had eight tackles, a sack and a forced fumble. DB Patrick Surtain had eight tackles. DB Ty Law had six tackles. DL Tamba Hall had one tackle. DB Sammy Knight had one tackle. And LB Kawika Mitchell had eight tackles.
Analysis: The Chiefs should be considered a great start in Week 11 against Oakland, which has one of the worst offenses in the NFL.
News: Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson (ankle) and DB Greg Wesley (shoulder) are questionable, while DL Tamba Hali (hip) are listed as probable for Week 10 at Miami.
Analysis: All of these players are reliable Fantasy options in IDP leagues, when healthy. Monitor their status leading up to Week 10, if you intend to use them for Fantasy purposes.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali, who led the team in tackles after two games, is still near the top, his 38 stops ranking second on the team.
Analysis: Consider Hali a good No. 2 DL in all IDP leagues.
News: Notable Chiefs defenders from Week 7 include: LB Kendrell Bell (seven tackles), DB Greg Wesley (seven tackles, interception), LB Derrick Johnson (eight tackles), DE Jared Allen (four tackles, two sacks, forced fumble), CB Patrick Surtain (five hits, one forced fumble) and DE Tamba Hali (two tackles, sack).
Analysis: All of these players are reliable for Fantasy use except for Wesley. Consider them for use when they play vs. Seattle in Week 8.
News: Notable Chiefs defensive players from Week 6 at Pittsburgh include: DL Tamba Hali (nine total tackles, two forced fumbles), LB Kawika Mitchell (10 total tackles, fumble recovery), CB Patrick Surtain (eight total tackles) and LB Derrick Johnson (seven total tackles). CB Ty Law had three solo hits and a sack.
Analysis: Of these players, only Mitchell is a low-end Fantasy option. The rest, including Tamba Hali, are reliable Fantasy defensive players for use in IDP leagues. The Chiefs play vs. San Diego in Week 7.
News: DL Jared Allen, DL Tamba Hali, DL Ron Edwards and LB Kendrell Bell all sacked Cardinals rookie QB Matt Leinart in Week 5 as the Chiefs won 23-20.
Analysis: If you have already missed the boat on Hali, we are sorry. He is turning into a dynamic pass rusher and has to be considered at least a No. 3 Fantasy DL at this time. Allen is also a decent backup Fantasy DL. Edwards and Bell are not viable Fantasy options at this time.
News: Chiefs DL Tamba Hali got his first career sack in Week 4 vs. San Francisco. He finished the game with 1 1/2 sacks.
Analysis: Hali has been playing extremely well in his rookie season. His speed off the corner is too much for most of the offensive tackles he has gone up against. He is a certain sleeper at the DL position in IDP leagues.
News: Chiefs DE Tamba Hali, a rookie from Penn State, is Kansas City's leading tackler through two games, his 16 stops topping second-year linebacker Derrick Johnson's 14.
Analysis: Sleeper alert! If Hali is racking up tackles from the DL position, then he'll be a strong starting option in all IDP leagues. Keep an eye on him -- he's only owned in five percent of CBS SportsLine.com Fantasy leagues.
News: Rookie Tamba Hali (glute) was able to play in Week 2 at Denver. He had three solo tackles and assisted on one other.
Analysis: The rookie is only worth a look in larger IDP leagues and keeper formats.
News: Chiefs DE Tamba Hali (glute) is listed as probable for Week 2 at Denver.
Analysis: If you drafted Hali, keep him in reserve until he shows he is ready for the big time.
News: Chiefs rookie DE Tamba Hali (first round) missed a second straight preseason game against the Giants while nursing bruised ribs, but returned to practice two days later for the first time in nearly two weeks. He immediately returned to working with the first unit.
Analysis: Hali has been impressive in camp and could be a deep sleeper for IDP use this summer. Owners should spend a final-round pick on him in seasonal IDP leagues, and dynasty league owners could spend an early- to middle-round choice on him in rookie-only drafts.
News: Rookie DE Tamba Hali did not play against Houston while nursing some sore ribs, the result of getting accidentally kicked during a training camp practice earlier in the week. But Hali, KC's top draft pick, might not have played anyway. He was encouraged by Edwards to attend his graduation ceremony at Penn State last weekend. And though Hali said he would try to do both, he may have been hard-pressed to have done so. "You'll play in lots of preseason games," Edwards told the rookie. "But you only have one chance to march with your graduating class."
Analysis: Hali has been impressive in camp and could be a deep sleeper for IDP use this summer. Owners should spend a final-round pick on him in seasonal IDP leagues, and dynasty league owners could spend an early- to middle-round choice on him in rookie-only drafts.
News: Chiefs rookie DE Tamba Hali missed two grueling practices for what coaches agreed was a good reason. Hali flew to his home state of New Jersey and took the test to become a U.S. citizen. A a native of Liberia who fled that country's civil war 12 years ago at the age of 10, Hali wound up waiting about eight hours to go through the citizenship process because about 100 other people were doing the same thing. "They called me up, I went inside, took the test and passed it," he said. "I waited a couple of more hours and got sworn in and signed my certificate. I know I should have been like jumping for joy, but being there all day, I was so restless, I was happy to get it over with."
Analysis: Hali has been impressive in camp and could be a deep sleeper for IDP use this summer. Owners should spend a final-round pick on him in seasonal IDP leagues, and dynasty league owners could spend an early- to middle-round choice on him in rookie-only drafts.
News: The Chiefs selected Penn State DE Tamba Hali with their first-round pick, 20th overall.
Analysis: Hali is a pretty good pass rusher thanks to his speed, but scouts say he doesn't have the instincts to be a dominant DE. The Chiefs are expected to be improved defensively, and new head coach Herman Edwards could turn this project into a polished gem at some point. He's a late-round flier in IDP leagues and a middle-round choice in dynasty rookie-only drafts.
