News: Dolphins cornerback Richard Marshall posted on Twitter that he has been cleared to practice. He's coming back from a back injury.
Analysis: Marshall has been known to put up numbers in the past and just missed game action for the first time in his career last season. He's worth adding late in drafts as a reserve defensive back.
News: The Sun-Sentinel reports Dolphins cornerback Richard Marshall was placed on injured reserve Wednesday because of a back injury.
Analysis: Marshall last played Week 4 against the Cardinals. He has missed the last four games. He was a starting cornerback for Miami and had decent Fantasy appeal in IDP formats. But now he can be cut since he is out for the season.
News: As expected, Dolphins defensive back Richard Marshall was not in uniform for Week 9 against the Colts, as he continues to deal with a back injury.
Analysis: This is the fourth game in a row that Marshall has missed, plus the bye. He was somewhat productive prior to the injury, but at this point he has very little Fantasy value until he can return to the field.
News: Miami defensive back Richard Marshall (back) was ruled out once again for the Week 9 game at Indianapolis Friday. Marshall was unable to practice this week and will miss his fourth straight game.
Analysis: Marshall has already been out five weeks, including the bye. The 27-year-old was getting stuff done earlier in the year with 18 tackles and a pick but should be avoided in all Fantasy IDP formats for Week 9.
News: Dolphins defensive back Richard Marshal was forced to miss his third game in a row Sunday against the Jets in Week 8. He continues to be sidelined by a back injury.
Analysis: If you including the bye week, Marshall has missed four weeks of action with this injury. The 27-year-old had 18 tackles and in interception prior to the injury, but he should be left inactive in all Fantasy formats for Week 8.
News: Miami defensive back Richard Marshall was ruled out for Week 8 against the Jets as he continues to be plagued by a back injury. Marshall was unable to participate in practice over the past week and will miss his third consecutive game.
Analysis: Marshall was hoping to return following the Dolphins' bye week, but will need to wait at least another week before getting back on the field. The 27-year-old has posted 18 tackles and an interception in four games this season as he's maintained a starting spot in the secondary -- when healthy. Fantasy owners should reserve him only in deeper formats for Week 8.
News: Dolphins defensive back Richard Marshall was not in uniform Sunday for Week 6 against the Rams, as he continues to deal with a back injury. He was ruled out Friday after missing practice.
Analysis: Marshall was playing well before the injury, with 17 tackles and an interception in four games. Unfortunately, he has missed the last two games as a result of the injury. The Dolphins are on a bye in Week 7, so Fantasy owners should keep Marshall stashed in the hopes that he can get healthy in time for Week 8 against the Jets. He is a viable low-end IDP option, when healthy.
News: Miami defensive back Richard Marshall was ruled out for Week 6 against the Rams Friday. He has now missed two games in a row with a back injury.
Analysis: This injury has lingered for a few weeks, and it has now cost him two games. Marshall was playing well before the injury, with 17 tackles in four games. He has value as a low-end IDP option when healthy, but keep him in reserve for Week 6.
News: Miami defensive back Richard Marshall (back) was ruled inactive for the Week 5 game at Cincinnati. Marshall was already ruled out earlier in the practice week.
Analysis: Marshall has been a consistent defender for the Dolphins thus far but won't help out in the Week 5 contest. Fantasy owners should leave him on waivers or benches in all leagues for this contest.
News: Miami defensive back Richard Marshall (back) was ruled out for the Week 5 game at Cincinnati Friday. Marshall could not practice and will miss the game.
Analysis: Marshall has arguably been Miami's most consistent defender in the secondary this season and will now miss the game against the Bengals. He should be benched in all Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Dolphins defensive back Richard Marshall has been ruled active for Week 4 against the Cardinals after being limited in practice this week with a back injury. Marshall has 13 tackles on the year and his four passes defended leads the team.
Analysis: Marshall has arguably been Miami's most consistent defender in the secondary this season and he will likely draw the assignment of covering Larry Fitzgerald if he is healthy. Fantasy owners can considered the 27-year-old a viable option in deeper IDP formats now that appears to be healthy.
News: Dolphins defensive back Richard Marshall is being considered questionable for Week 4 at Arizona after being limited in practice this week with a back injury. Marshall has 13 tackles on the year and his four passes defended leads the team.
Analysis: Marshall has arguably been Miami's most consistent defender in the secondary this season and he will likely draw the assignment of covering Larry Fitzgerald if he is healthy. Fantasy owners can considered the 27-year-old a viable option in deeper IDP formats when healthy.
News: Miami defensive back Richard Marshall tallied five tackles and an interception during the Dolphins' 23-20 overtime loss to the Jets in Week 3. Marshall picked off New York quarterback Mark Sanchez during the first drive of the game for his 18th career interception.
Analysis: Marshall has stepped into the starting lineup admirably after the Dolphins traded Vontae Davis during the preseason and recorded 13 tackles. He is a solid ball hawk despite being just 5-foot-11 and totaled 10 interceptions over the past three seasons. Miami faces plenty of teams that utilize the passing game, making Marshall a viable option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Dolphins defensive back Richard Marshall recorded three tackles in Sunday's 35-13 victory over the Raiders.
Analysis: Marshall now has eight tackles on the season, all of them solo. Owned in 31 percent of leagues, he will face the Jets next week.
News: The Dolphins signed defensive back Richard Marshall to a three-year deal on Wednesday. The Cardinals did not match the Dolphins offer on Marshall. ESPN.com reported the deal was worth $16 million, including $6 million guaranteed.
Analysis: Marshall, a former second-round pick in 2006 out of Fresno State, started 9-of-16 games last season for Arizona. He recorded 69 tackles, three interceptions and two sacks last year. Fantasy owners should view Marshall as a low-end defensive back option on Draft Day.
News: Arizona DB Richard Marshall almost picked off Tony Romo in the first quarter of Sunday's contest but he wasn't able to hold on to the ball. He came out of the game in the second quarter briefly, but would return to the contest. He finished the game with four solo tackles.
Analysis: Marshall almost made a few big plays on defense, but was sorely missed when he had to leave the game briefly. He now has 52 tackles on the season to go with two interceptions and two sacks. Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should continue to view Marshall as a low-end DB option, but he's been playing well.
News: Arizona DB Richard Marshall had six tackles and a pass defended during the Cardinals' 21-17 victory over Philadelphia in Week 10. Marshall finished second behind LB Daryl Washington (nine) for the team lead in tackles and now has 41 stops this season.
Analysis: Marshall has tallied at least five tackles in each of his past five games as he was effectively overcome a slow start to the season. He must maintain the current pace if he hopes to hit 80 tackles for the third straight year. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Cardinals DB Richard Marshall recorded five solo tackles and one sack in Week 9 versus the Rams. Arizona won the game, 19-13.
Analysis: Marshall has two interceptions, two sacks and 35 tackles on the year. Fantasy owners in IDP should continue to view Marshall as a low-end DB option moving forward.
News: Arizona DB Richard Marshall had an interception and five tackles during the Cardinals' 30-27 loss to Baltimore in Week 8. Marshall picked off Ravens QB Joe Flacco in the second quarter for his second interception of the season and first since Week 2 at Washington.
Analysis: Marshall followed up a solid showing in Week 7 when he led the team with eight tackles against Pittsburgh and recorded his 16th career interception. He also has at least five tackles in each of his past three games. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats.
News: Arizona DB Richard Marshall finished with a team-high eight tackles -- all solo stops -- and a pass defended during the Cardinals' 32-20 loss to Pittsburgh in Week 7 on Sunday. Marshall's total also established a season high, eclipsing his mark of four tackles set in Week 5.
Analysis: Marshall was busy throughout the game as the Steelers rolled up an astounding 354 passing yards and three touchdowns. Marshall, who is in his sixth NFL season, now has 22 tackles this year. Consider him a low-end option in Fantasy IDP formats for now.
News: Arizona DB Richard Marshall recorded an interception on Sunday of Week 2 at Washington. Marshall intercepted a Rex Grossman pass early in the game and returned it 33 yards. He finished with three total tackles to add to the INT. Marshall also defended two passes.
Analysis: Marshall picked up his first interception of the season on Sunday and now has 14 for his career. He's not a big-time tackler and that limits his Fantasy value in IDP formats.
News: Cardinals DB Richard Marshall notched his first sack of the season during Week 1 against the Panthers. Marshall also recorded three tackles in the contest, including two for a loss.
Analysis: Marshall was signed to a one-year deal back in July and played well in his first game as a Cardinal. He racked up 88 total tackles, three interceptions, a sack, a forced fumble and seven passes defended last season and will be looking to improve on those numbers this year. Fantasy owners should consider Marshall a viable option in IDP formats heading into Week 2.
News: The Arizona Cardinals have agreed on a one-year contract with free-agent cornerback Richard Marshall. The fifth-year player started all 32 games with the Carolina Panthers the past two seasons. Marshall has never missed a game in his NFL career.
Analysis: Marshall bolsters a position depleted by the loss of Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie as part of the trade that brought quarterback Kevin Kolb from Philadelphia. Marshall should be considered a decent late-round draft pick in IDP leagues.
News: The Panthers have made it a priority to re-sign potential free agents DE Charles Johnson and LB Thomas Davis. That won't happen until there is a new CBA, but expect all three to be back next season. The same can't be said for starting CB Richard Marshall, who has said he doesn't expect to return.
Analysis: Marshall continued to bring the big stats in 2010, racking up 88 total tackles, three interceptions, a sack, a forced fumble and seven passes defensed. That took him out of the top Fantasy DB ranks, but he's still been a consistently strong performer. So long as he remains a key part in someone's defense, he'll help Fantasy owners. Figure using a middle- to late-round pick on him.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall led his team in tackles in Week 16 against the Steelers. He recorded seven solo and assisted on two more, finishing with nine in the 27-3 loss.
Analysis: Marshall is five tackles away from matching his career high and also has three interceptions with eight passes defended. With one more game left on the schedule, continue to view the 26-year-old as a low-end Fantasy DB in IDP formats heading into Week 17 against the Falcons.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall intercepted a Matt Ryan pass at the end of the first half Week 14 against the Falcons. It was his third interception of the season. He also had six tackles, including five solo.
Analysis: Marshall has been a good tackler for a defensive back, averaging 6.7 over his last 10 games. You'd like to see a few more interceptions form him, but he's still worth using as a No. 2 DB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Carolina defensive back Richard Marshall had five tackles in the Panthers' 31-14 loss at Seattle in Week 13. Marshall added a quarterback hit on Seattle's Matt Hasselbeck and deflected a pass Sunday.
Analysis: Another solid game from the consistent Marshall. He now has nine consecutive games with at least four tackles, highlighted by a 10-tackle outing in Week 4. Despite not recording an interception since Week 9, he plays tough defense on opposing receivers and rates as No. 2 Fantasy DB in IDP formats.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall made six tackles in Week 12 against Cleveland. Now he has a total of 35 tackles in his last five games and 63 on the season.
Analysis: Marshall has picked up his pace of late, but he still rates as a No. 2 DB in IDP formats.
News: After making just four tackles in Week 10, Panthers DB Richard Marshall notched eight tackles in Week 11 against Baltimore. He now has 57 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Marshall has had a few good games in terms of his tackle count, and he also has a pair of interceptions. However, he does not produce consistently enough to be more than a No. 2 DB in Fantasy.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall, who recorded two interceptions last week against the Saints, wasn't quite as impressive Week 10 at Tampa Bay. He finished the game with four tackles, all solo.
Analysis: Those two interceptions last week were Marshall's only two of the year. He has never recorded more than four in a season. He's a decent tackler for a defensive back, but he's still just a No. 2 option at best in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall picked off a deflected Drew Brees' pass in the red zone in Week 9 against the Saints. He finished with eight tackles (seven solo). Marshall has two interceptions in his last three games.
Analysis: Marshall is finally starting to put together some good stat lines after a sluggish start to the season. He lost a lot of Fantasy appeal because of his slow start, but Marshall can be a decent low-end No. 2/high-end No. 3 Fantasy DB.
News: Carolina DB Richard Marshall had nine tackles in the Week 8 loss to St. Louis. Marshall finished with one tackle for a loss and all his stops came as solo tackles. Marshall now has 37 tackles on the season for the Panthers.
Analysis: Marshall has 37 tackles over seven games with one interception and one sack. He's been a solid Fantasy option thus far this year but may have underachieved some. He is going to need a strong second half if he wants 80-plus tackles for the fourth time in five seasons. Consider Marshall a low-end Fantasy DB for Week 9 against the Saints.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall totaled six tackles (five solo) and one interception in Week 7 against the 49ers. It was his first interception of the season and 12th of his career.
Analysis: Marshall has just 28 tackles in six games. He is going to need a strong second half if he wants 80-plus tackles for the fourth time in five seasons. Consider Marshall a low-end Fantasy DB until he gets on a roll.
News: Carolina DB Richard Marshall finished second on the team with 10 tackles Week 4 in a loss to the Saints. Marshall also had a pass defended and now has 17 tackles on the season and two passes defended.
Analysis: Marshall has yet to pick up an interception on the season and his tackle numbers before Week 4 were dismal. It's been an unusually slow start for Marshall. Here is a guy that has managed 80 or more tackles in three of his first four seasons. Marshall is still a good cornerback and could hit his stride in Week 5 against Jay Cutler and the Bears.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall totaled two solo tackles and one pass defense in Week 3 against the Bengals. He has seven tackles and no interceptions in three games.
Analysis: It's been an unusually slow start for Marshall. Here is a guy that has managed 80 or more tackles in three of his first four seasons. At this pace, he will be lucky to make it to 50 tackles. Marshall is still a good cornerback and could hit his stride eventually, but he remains a low-end Fantasy DB until he heats up.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall was in on just three tackles in Week 1 at the N.Y. Giants. He was also credited with a quarterback hit.
Analysis: Marshall did not play in the team's preseason finale because of a knee injury, but it was not something that appeared to bother him in Week 1. He has managed 80-plus tackles in three of his last four seasons, as well as at least three interceptions in three of four years. He gets a sack here and there as well and Marshall is a safe play as a No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall did not make the trip to Pittsburgh for Thursday's preseason finale against the Steelers because of a knee injury. However, the knee injury is not considered serious and Marshall is still expected to open the season at right cornerback for Carolina. He has 10 tackles and one sack in the preseason.
Analysis: Marshall doesn't get as much publicity as fellow cornerback Chris Gamble, but he has quietly been an effective player for the Panthers and Fantasy owners since he came into the league in 2006. He has managed 80-plus tackles in three of his last four seasons, as well as at least three interceptions in three of four years. He gets a token sack at times as well and Marshall is a safe play as a No. 2 Fantasy DB.
News: Panthers starting CB Richard Marshall signed his one-year, $1.759 million tender on Tuesday. The Panthers made no attempt to ink him to a long-term deal this offseason.
Analysis: Marshall has had at least 75 total tackles in each of his four NFL seasons with three seasons of three-plus interceptions (he had four in 2009). He's also defensed at least nine passes in three of his four seasons. Expect to evaluate him as at least a middle-end No. 2 Fantasy DB this season.
News: Panthers CB Richard Marshall returned to the team this week in time for their late May OTAs. He said he expects to sign his free agent tender before the June 15 deadline. "He came in here in great shape," head coach John Fox said. "Obviously, he's worked very hard this offseason. He made a lot of plays out there."
Analysis: Marshall has had at least 75 total tackles in each of his four NFL seasons with three seasons of three-plus interceptions (he had four in 2009). He's also defensed at least nine passes in three of his four seasons. Expect to evaluate him as at least a middle-end No. 2 Fantasy DB this season.
News: Upset with his contract situation, Panthers starting CB Richard Marshall is skipping this weekend's minicamp. Marshall has not signed his one-year, $1.759 million tender as a restricted free agent, therefore he can't be fined for missing the mandatory minicamp since he's not under contract. Coach John Fox says he's been assured that Marshall is staying in shape.
Analysis: Marshall is the "Rodney Dangerfield" of Fantasy Football because he gets no respect. Marshall has had at least 75 total tackles in each of his four NFL seasons with three seasons of three-plus interceptions (he had four in 2009). He's also defensed at least nine passes in three of his four seasons. We wouldn't be shocked if the Panthers lost Marshall to another team this offseason, and it could impact his Fantasy value since he's been a regular tackle contributor for the Panthers. Expect to evaluate him as at least a middle-end No. 2 Fantasy DB either way.
News: The Panthers created a mild stir when they decided to use just the second-round tender of $1.759 million on starting cornerback Richard Marshall. It's possible a team might try to sign Marshall and surrender a second-round pick. Marshall took over as a starter last season and the Panthers' secondary came on strong late in the year.
Analysis: Marshall is the "Rodney Dangerfield" of Fantasy Football because he gets no respect. Marshall has had at least 75 total tackles in each of his four NFL seasons with three seasons of three-plus interceptions (he had four in 2009). He's also defensed at least nine passes in three of his four seasons. We wouldn't be shocked if the Panthers lost Marshall to another team this offseason, and it could impact his Fantasy value since he's been a regular tackle contributor for the Panthers.
News: The Panthers had several defenders play well in Week 15 against the Vikings. DL Julius Peppers had one tackle and a sack. LB Jon Beason had three tackles. DB Richard Marshall had six tackles. DB Chris Gamble had four tackles. LB James Anderson had 11 tackles and a sack.
Analysis: The Panthers defenders should look to play well again in Week 16 at the Giants. Plan on starting all your regular options in IDP leagues.
News: Panthers CB Richard Marshall was in a walking boot Monday after suffering a right ankle injury against the Patriots in Week 14.
Analysis: Marshall is the best defensive back the Panthers have this season -- he's worth starting as a No. 2 Fantasy DB when healthy but might have to be seated or released this week in IDP league play.
News: Carolina DB Richard Marshall was likely the only DB not to intercept Tampa QB Josh Freeman in the Panthers' Week 13 win. Marshall, however, did lead the team with 11 tackles.
Analysis: Marshall has 63 tackles on the season in 12 games, which is a solid number for a defensive back. He also has three interceptions. Marshall is a lower-end Fantasy IDP option. The Panthers play at New England in Week 14.
News: The Panthers had several defenders play well Sunday at the Jets. Jon Beason led the way with 17 tackles and a fumble recovery. Tyler Brayton had nine tackles and 1.5 sacks. Chris Gamble had one tackle and an interception. Richard Marshall had eight tackles and recovered a fumble. And Julius Peppers, Everette Brown and Damione Lewis each had a half-sack.
Analysis: The Panthers have several standout defensive players, and they should all play well in Week 13 against Tampa Bay. Use your regular starters in IDP formats.
News: Carolina DB Richard Marshall intercepted quarterback Matt Ryan on Sunday in a Week 10 win over the Falcons. Marshall added five tackles in the game.
Analysis: Marshall now has three picks on the season to go with 36 tackles. Marshall gets more tackles than the average defensive back, but his lack of big-play ability makes him just a No. 3 DB in Fantasy IDP leagues. The Panthers play Miami on Thursday night.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall had his second interception of the season to go along with three solo tackles Week 8 at Arizona. He had only one in 16 games last year.
Analysis: Marshall gets more tackles than the average defensive back, but his lack of big-play ability makes him just a No. 3 DB in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Carolina LB Jon Beason led the team in tackles on Monday night in a loss to the Cowboys. Beason finished with 11 stops and a sack. Richard Marshall was second on the team with 7 tackles.
Analysis: Beason now has 21 tackles on the year, a sack and an interception. He remains a must-start No. 1 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues. Marshall has 13 tackles and an interception on the year and is not a recommended Fantasy option.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall recorded a team-leading 10 solo tackles Week 14 against the Buccaneers. He also recorded his first sack of the season.
Analysis: Marshall has only one interception on the season and doesn't have much appeal in Fantasy IDP leagues. Consider him just a low-end DB.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall had five tackles Sunday against Arizona.
Analysis: Marshall is a low-end DB in IDP leagues and should only be used if needed in Week 10 at Oakland following the Panthers bye in Week 9.
News: Panthers LB Jon Beason and DB Chris Gamble led Carolina defenders with seven tackles each in a Week 4 win over the Falcons. Also contributing were DB Richard Marshall (six tackles), DB Ken Lucas (five tackles) and LB Thomas Davis (five tackles).
Analysis: Beason is a Fantasy beast and remains a must-start No. 1 LB in all IDP formats. Gamble is also a solid starting option. Marshall can be used as a bye-week replacement, while Lucas and Davis have minimal Fantasy value. Carolina hosts Kansas City in Week 5.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall had five tackles Sunday at Minnesota.
Analysis: Marshall is a No. 3 DB in IDP leagues but is worth starting in Week 4 against Atlanta against rookie QB Matt Ryan.
News: Notable Panthers defenders from Week 2 vs. Chicago include: LB Jon Beason (11 total tackles, fumble recovery), CB Chris Gamble (eight total tackles, fumble recovery), LB Thomas Davis (nine total tackles, forced fumble), FS Chris Harris (five total tackles, forced fumble) and DT Damione Lewis (two solo tackles, sack). DE Julius Peppers had three total tackles while CB Richard Marshall had just two total tackles.
Analysis: Of these defenders, Beason, Peppers, Gamble, Marshall and Harris are all worthy of starting in standard Fantasy leagues, with Davis useful in deeper IDP formats. The Panthers play at the Vikings in Week 3.
News: Panthers CB Richard Marshall made waves as a rookie in 2006, and did it again in 2007. After placing as a top-12 Fantasy DB last season, Marshall's '07 stats were good enough to put him up there again. He finished with 89 total tackles (79 solo), a sack, three interceptions (one returned for a touchdown) and 10 passes defensed. All of those numbers either matched or exceeded his '06 totals except for his passes defensed.
Analysis: The most amazing stat from Marshall's second season? Five -- the number of starts he had. Buried behind Ken Lucas and Chris Gamble on the depth chart, Marshall made his bones working as a third corner for much of the year. We're still not completely sold on Marshall being a Fantasy stud (why isn't he starting?), but you can't go wrong with him as a No. 2 Fantasy DB in 2008.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall totaled 11 tackles (10 solo) during a Week 16 loss to the Panthers. It was the second time this season he reached double-digit tackles in one game.
Analysis: Marshall has 80 tackles and two interceptions this season. The second-year defensive back is having another solid campaign, but remains just a low-end Fantasy DB.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall returned an interception 67 yards for a score in Week 13 vs. San Francisco. He had two tackles in the game.
Analysis: Marshall had 13 tackles a week ago and found a new way to contribute this week. Fantasy owners should still consider him only a No. 2 DB option.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall was in on 13 tackles (10 solo and three assists) in Week 12 vs. Carolina.
Analysis: Marshall is a low-end DB in IDP leagues and should not be expected to rack up this many tackles on a normal basis. In Week 13, vs. Tampa Bay, consider him only a No. 2 DB option.
News: Panthers LB Na'il Diggs (nine tackles), DB Richard Marshall (six tackles), DL Mike Rucker (six tackles) and LB Thomas Davis (five tackles) all made nice contributions in Carolina's 20-7 loss to the Titans in Week 9.
Analysis: Davis and Marshall have some value as backups in IDP formats, but aren't worth using in Week 10 against the Falcons.
News: Carolina DB Richard Marshall had one tackle Sunday against the Colts.
Analysis: Marshall is a low-end DB in IDP leagues and should not be used in Week 9 against the Titans.
News: DB Chris Gamble (three tackles), DL Maaku Kemoeatu (three tackles), DL Damione Lewis (three tackles, half a sack), LB Thomas Davis (two tackles), DB Richard Marshall (two tackles), LB Na'il Diggs (two tackles), DL Mike Rucker (two tackles) and DB Chris Harris (two tackles) all chipped in as the Panthers held off the Cardinals 25-10 in Week 6.
Analysis: In this group, only Gamble, Marshall, Harris and Davis have any Fantasy value, with Gamble and Marshall the only players worth starting in IDP leagues. Bench them all in Week 7 as the Panthers have a bye week.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall had six tackles and an interception in the Panthers' 16-13 win at the Saints in Week 5.
Analysis: Marshall is a low-end DB in IDP leagues, but the Panthers play a pass-heavy team at Arizona in Week 6, increasing his opportunity for interceptions.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall had one tackle against Houston on Sunday.
Analysis: Marshall is a low-end DB in IDP leagues but he could be worth starting in Week 3 against the lowly Falcons.
News: Panthers CB Richard Marshall will be the No. 3 corner to begin the season behind Ken Lucas and Chris Gamble, reports The Sports Xchange. He will see plenty of action on Sunday at St. Louis, however, as the Rams are expected to feature several three-receiver sets.
Analysis: If you play in a deeper IDP Fantasy league and have Marshall, now would be the time to use him. He won't see the field all that much throughout the season, so consider him a No. 3 Fantasy DB barring an injury to Lucas or Gamble.
News: Panthers second-year CB Richard Marshall must compete with Ken Lucas this summer for the starting job opposite Chris Gamble in the club's secondary. Marshall totaled 82 tackles last year with three picks, 11 passes defensed and a touchdown, playing mostly when the oft-injured Lucas couldn't.
Analysis: Marshall is the healthier of the two, and earns less, so Lucas could be a cap casualty unless Marshall falls apart in training camp. View Marshall as a No. 3 Fantasy DB unless he comes up with the starting job.
News: The Panthers DST held the Falcons to three points with three sacks and two interceptions. DL Julius Pepper had two sacks and two tackles. LB Chris Draft had four tackles and a sack. DB Shaun Williams had seven tackles and an interception. DB Ken Lucas had four tackles and an interception. DB Richard Marshall had two tackles.
Analysis: The Panthers DST has been banged up this year with injuries and should be considered a No. 2 option for Week 17 against the Saints. Use all regular IDP players as needed.
News: Notable Panthers defenders from Week 15 include: CB Richard Marshall (nine solo tackles), SS Mike Minter (seven total tackles), DL Kris Jenkins (five total tackles, one-half sack), DT Al Wallace (five tackles, sack) and CB Chris Gamble (solo tackle, sack). Julius Peppers had two tackles. Peppers hasn't recorded a sack since Nov. 13.
Analysis: Marshall and Minter are good low-end options (with Marshall a solid keeper). Gamble is a good No. 2 or 3 CB when healthy and Peppers should be handled with care, but as a No. 1 Fantasy DL. The Panthers play at Atlanta in Week 16.
News: The Panthers DST only had one sack and one interception in a 17-13 loss against Washington. DB Chris Draft had seven tackles and a sack. LB Thomas Davis had seven tackles. DB Richard Marshall had four tackles and an interception. DL Julius Peppers had three tackles. DB Chris Gamble had one tackle. DL Mike Rucker had three tackles. DL Kris Jenkins had four tackles.
Analysis: Consider the Panthers a No. 2 DST for Week 13 against the Eagles and use all IDP players as needed.
News: Panthers cornerback Ken Lucas missed practice with a thigh injury Wednesday and is questionable for Sunday's game at Washington. Lucas missed the St. Louis game with a thigh injury. He's also been plagued this season by neck and shoulder pain and a strained groin. Rookie Richard Marshall started in Lucas' place in the 15-0 win over the Rams, the Panthers' first regular-season shutout since 1997.
Analysis: Because Lucas has been so injury prone, keep him off Fantasy rosters. Marshall, on the other hand, is a fantastic option in keeper IDP leagues.
News: Carolina DB Richard Marshall had eight tackles against Dallas.
Analysis: Consider Marshall a good No. 2 DB in all IDP leagues. The Panthers are off in Week 9, so keep Marshall reserved.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall had four tackles against Cincinnati.
Analysis: Marshall is a good No. 3 DB in all IDP leagues. The Panthers play Dallas in Week 8 so Marshall should have a chance to make plays against Cowboys quarterback Drew Bledsoe.
News: Panthers DB Richard Marshall is playing well for the Panthers with two interceptions in the last two weeks, including one for a touchdown. He has 27 tackles on the season.
Analysis: Marshall has turned out to be a decent Fantasy DB this season. But he is not a starter in Carolina, so he is not a must-start player at this time. Consider him as a No. 3 or No. 4 Fantasy DB when setting your roster.
News: The Panthers DST had three sacks, two interceptions and one fumble recovery against Baltimore. DL Julius Peppers had eight tackles and two sacks. LB Chris Draft had seven tackles, one sack and a fumble recovery. DB Colin Branch had three tackles and an interception. DB Richard Marshall also had an interception.
Analysis: The Panthers have a difficult matchup in Week 7 against Cincinnati but it's hard to reserve them at this point. Consider them a low-end No. 1 DST.
News: Richard Marshall had a 30-yard interception for a touchdown in Week 5 against the Browns.
Analysis: Despite the score, do not bother with Marshall in IDP leagues for Week 6 at Baltimore.
News: Panthers rookie CB Richard Marshall had 11 solo tackles and a fumble recovery vs. New Orleans in Week 4. Marshall started for CB Ken Lucas, who has a sore shoulder and neck and couldn't take too many reps.
Analysis: Marshall should only be owned in deeper dynasty leagues as a long-term DB option. Don't use him in the 2006 season unless he continues to put up stats like this weekly.
News: Panthers rookie CB Richard Marshall will start in Carolina's nickel package. He will play outside while Chris Gamble moves inside in passing downs to cover the slot receiver.
Analysis: Marshall should evolve into a starting NFL cornerback someday. Keep him on rosters in deeper IDP dynasty leagues only.
News: The Carolina Panthers agreed to terms on a four-year, $2.86 million contract with second-round draft pick Richard Marshall, a cornerback from Fresno State. Marshall, the 58th player selected in April's NFL draft, is expected to compete with veteran Reggie Howard for the team's No. 3 corner spot behind starters Ken Lucas and Chris Gamble.
Analysis: Marshall should blossom into a starter, possibly by 2007. He's draftable in deeper keeper leagues as a middle- to late-round pick in rookie-only drafts.
