News: Rams linebacker Rocky McIntosh totaled five tackles (four solo) and one interception Week 4 vs. Seattle. It was his fourth career interception. He has 13 tackles (10 solo) through four games.
Analysis: McIntosh is in the Rams' starting lineup, but his numbers through four games are nothing spectacular. He has low-end Fantasy appeal until he becomes more of a factor on defense.
News: Redskins defensive coordinator Jim Haslett said second year LB Perry Riley will start for a second consecutive game Week 11 against the Cowboys. Riley 's ascension means less time for fifth-year LB Rocky McIntosh, who is a free agent after the season. "Rocky in his first four games was playing well," Haslett said. "In the last couple he didn't. Rocky's good, but Perry is really active and he's fast."
Analysis: McIntosh had no tackles Week 10 and has just four in his last two games. It seems the Redskins like the way Riley is playing right now, which cripples McIntosh's Fantasy appeal. Consider McIntosh a bad Fantasy option until further notice.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh finished second on the team in tackles in the Week 6 loss to the Eagles. McIntosh finished with 11 stops for the Redskins, one behind London Fletcher's 12 tackles.
Analysis: McIntosh recorded double-digit tackles for the first time this season in Week 6. He has one sack on the year and has been underwhelming in Fantasy IDP leagues. That should continue heading into Week 7 at Carolina.
News: LB Rocky McIntosh is leading the Redskins in tackles with 27 and appears more comfortable in his second season at inside linebacker. "He's playing great," defensive coordinator Jim Haslett said. "He's comfortable with what we're doing. He's all over the field. He's playing at a high level."
Analysis: McIntosh totaled 110 tackles in 2010 as Washington transitioned to a 3-4 defense, so he seemed comfortable making plays last year as well. McIntosh doesn't get a lot of sacks or interceptions, so he remains more of a low-end Fantasy LB in IDP leagues.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh led the Redskins in tackles in the Week 2 win over the Cardinals. McIntosh added a sack and a pass defended in the game as he finished with eight total stops.
Analysis: McIntosh is averaging 7.5 tackles per game after two weeks to the season and he recorded his first sack on Sunday of Week 2. McIntosh has eight career sacks now but needs to begin recording more tackles before he becomes a viable Fantasy IDP option.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh managed seven tackles in Week 1 against the Giants. He did not record any other stats.
Analysis: McIntosh enjoyed a breakout season of sorts last year as he set a career-high in tackles. He has been one of the most consistent producers on the Redskins defense, but he doesn't offer much in the way of sacks and turnovers which limits his Fantasy value. Consider him a low-end starting option in IDP play.
News: The Washington Examiner reported Wednesday that the Redskins came to terms in order to re-sign LB Rocky McIntosh. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. McIntosh had a career-high 110 tackles last season to go along with two sacks.
Analysis: McIntosh was believed to be on his way out with Washington because of his struggles in grasping the 3-4 scheme, and it was assumed that he would end up on a 4-3 defense elsewhere. Despite his impressive numbers from a year ago, Perry Riley and Lorenzo Alexander are working at the inside spot in competition with the former Miami Hurricane. It is believed that McIntosh will hold on to the starting gig, so we view him as a marginal option in Fantasy play unless he does not start. Don't select him before the latest rounds on Draft Day.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh finished with five tackles, three solo in Week 17 against the Giants. He finished the 2010 campaign with a career-high 110 tackles to go along with two sacks and forced fumble.
Analysis: McIntosh enjoyed a breakout season of sorts as he set a career-high in tackles. He has been one of the most consistent producers on the Redskins defense this season, however, he doesn't offer much in the way of sacks and turnovers which limits his Fantasy value. Consider him a low-end Fantasy LB heading into 2011.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh played through a hamstring injury in the Week 16 overtime win over Jacksonville. He ended up leading the team in tackles with seven, all solo, in the game.
Analysis: The seven tackles McIntosh made on Sunday gives him 105 on the season, his first-ever 100-tackle campaign. McIntosh is a low-end Fantasy LB in IDP formats heading into Week 17 against the Giants.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh (hamstring) is active for the Week 16 game in Jacksonville. McIntosh has 98 tackles on the year with two sacks.
Analysis: McIntosh is just two tackles away from the first 100-tackle campaign of his career and should get there on Sunday. McIntosh is a low-end Fantasy LB in IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh (hamstring) practiced on a limited basis on Friday and has been listed as questionable for Week 16 against the Jaguars. He has 98 tackles on the year with two sacks.
Analysis: McIntosh is just two tackles away from the first 100-tackle campaign of his career but he might not be able to reach that feat on Sunday. Fantasy owners should check back to see if he will be able to play against the Jaguars. When healthy, McIntosh is a low-end Fantasy LB in IDP formats.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh totaled five tackles (three solo) and one pass defense in Week 13 against the Giants. He now has 83 tackles in 11 games.
Analysis: McIntosh is having a season par for the course. Although, he is on track for his second career 90-tackle season. McIntosh is a solid playmaker, but he remains a low-end Fantasy LB.
News: Playing through a thigh issue, Washington LB Rocky McIntosh played well in the Week 12 loss to Minnesota. McIntosh finished with nine tackles in the game for the Redskins. That was good enough to lead the team.
Analysis: McIntosh had back-to-back double-digit tackle efforts to begin the season. The nine tackles he had Week 12 tied his high since that second game of the year. Still, he's only had fewer than seven tackles in a game twice this year and has two sacks. He is a solid option in deeper Fantasy IDP leagues for Week 13 against the Giants.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh (thigh) is active for Week 12 against Minnesota. McIntosh was dealing with a thigh injury coming into the game and was a game-time decision.
Analysis: McIntosh posted double-digit tackle performances in each of the first two games this season but has not done so since. He should reach the 100-tackle mark for the first time in his career but he remains mostly a No. 2 Fantasy IDP option heading into Week 12 against Minnesota.
News: After leaving last week's game with a thigh injury, Washington LB Rocky McIntosh will be a game-time decision for the Week 12 game against the Vikings, coach Mike Shanahan said Friday. He is listed as questionable heading into Sunday's game.
Analysis: McIntosh was one of eight injured Redskins in the Week 11 game. McIntosh posted double-digit tackle performances in each of the first two games this season but has not done so since. He should reach the 100-tackle mark for the first time in his career but he remains mostly a No. 2 Fantasy IDP option heading into Week 12 against Minnesota, if healthy.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh, who finished with two tackles, injured himself in the Week 11 win against Tennessee. McIntosh left the game with a thigh injury and did not return.
Analysis: McIntosh was one of eight injured Redskins in the Week 11 game. McIntosh posted double-digit tackle performances in each of the first two games this season but has not done so since. He should reach the 100-tackle mark for the first time in his career but he remains mostly a No. 2 Fantasy IDP option heading into Week 12 against Minnesota, if healthy.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh did not have his finest performance in Week 10 against the Eagles. He recorded just four tackles in the 59-28 loss.
Analysis: McIntosh posted double-digit tackle performances in each of the first two games this season but has not done so since. He should reach the 100-tackle mark for the first time in his career but he remains mostly a No. 2 Fantasy IDP option heading into Week 11 against the Titans.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh's return in Week 7 against Chicago from a concussion proved fortuitous as McIntosh knocked the ball loose from Bears RB Matt Forte for a Chicago fumble at the 25 in the second half. McIntosh finished the game with eight tackles to tie for the team lead and added a sack.
Analysis: McIntosh has played in six games for the Redskins and has 54 tackles with two sacks and a forced fumble. He's been a force at linebacker for the Redskins and for Fantasy IDP owners. He's not yet the leader of the linebacking crew as that honor still belongs to London Fletcher. With that, he remains mostly a No. 2 Fantasy IDP player for Week 8 at Detroit.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh (head) is active for Week 7 at Chicago. He had been dealing with a concussion but did not miss any practice time this week leading up to Sunday.
Analysis: McIntosh is a solid Fantasy contributer for Fantasy IDP leagues. The Redskins believe him to be healthy and that should be good enough for IDP owners. He is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: LB Rocky McIntosh (concussion) is listed as questionable for the Week 7 game at Chicago after missing Week 6 with the injury. McIntosh has not missed any practice time this week.
Analysis: McIntosh is a solid Fantasy contributer for Fantasy IDP leagues but concussions are tricky issues for teams to deal with. When healthy, McIntosh is a solid No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: LB Rocky McIntosh (concussion) will not play against the Colts in Week 6, he is inactive.
Analysis: McIntosh is a solid Fantasy contributer for Fantasy IDP leagues but concussions are tricky issues for teams to deal with. Monitor his progress through the next week to see if he can suit up against Chicago in Week 7. When healthy, McIntosh is a solid No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: If ILB Rocky McIntosh (concussion) is cleared medically, coach Mike Shanahan said even though he hasn't participated in a full practice, McIntosh could play in Week 6 against the Colts. McIntosh has participated in two walk-throughs this week and has done some conditioning.
Analysis: McIntosh has been a solid producer for Fantasy IDP leagues thus far but his status for Week 6 against the Colts is still up in the air. Teams tend to be extra cautious when it comes to concussions so Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his progress leading up to Sunday's matchup. McIntosh is a solid No. 2 LB in IDP leagues, when healthy, and he is worth keeping active most weeks.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh did not practice for the second straight day on Thursday as he continued to deal with the lingering effects of a concussion. Coach Mike Shanahan told the Washington Post that McIntosh, who has 34 tackles on the year, showed no signs of a concussion in Sunday's win over the Packers. "Just felt something on Monday, just a slight headache," Shanahan said. "Hopefully there's nothing very serious. We'll go through the symptoms and evaluate it day by day."
Analysis: McIntosh has been a solid producer for Fantasy IDP leagues thus far but his status for Week 6 against the Colts is now up in the air. Teams tend to be extra cautious when it comes to concussions so Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his progress leading up to Sunday's matchup. McIntosh is a solid No. 2 LB in IDP leagues, when healthy, and he is worth keeping active most weeks.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh continues to play well in 2010. On Sunday in Week 5 against the Packers, McIntosh had seven tackles, two solo. He now has 34 tackles on the season.
Analysis: McIntosh is a solid No. 2 LB in IDP leagues and he is worth keeping active most weeks. Look for him to play well in Week 6 against the Colts, and hopefully he can continue his solid production as the season goes on.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh recorded seven solo tackles against the Eagles in Week 4. He also assisted on one more and had a pass defended in the 17-12 win.
Analysis: McIntosh has 27 tackles with a sack and two passes defended through the first four games this season and looks well on his way to another 80-plus tackle season. He remains a solid option in most Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh added seven more tackles, six solo, to his total in Week 3. He now has 31 on the year and one sack to his credit.
Analysis: McIntosh has been laying the smackdown through three weeks and isn't looking like he'll slow up anytime soon. While he's recording tackles at this pace, he's worth using in deeper Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh made his presence felt in Week 2 against the Texans. McIntosh recorded 14 tackles, including five solo in the 30-27 loss.
Analysis: McIntosh usually isn't a good source of sacks, but if you need some cheap tackles off the waiver wire, he's worth a look in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh looked like one of the team's better defenders Week 1 against the Cowboys, recording 10 tackles, including eight solo, and the team's only sack.
Analysis: McIntosh usually isn't a good source of sacks, but if you need some cheap tackles off the waiver wire, he's worth a look in Fantasy IDP leagues.
News: The Redskins announced that they have signed LB Rocky McIntosh, who was a restricted free agent but hadn't signed his tender because he wanted a long-term deal rather than a one-year deal. He's expected to start as an inside linebacker in the Redskins' rejuvenated 3-4 defense.
Analysis: McIntosh is a decent late-round flier as a reserve Fantasy LB, but that's about it. Keep him off of the most basic of IDP Fantasy rosters.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh finished his season on a high note in the Week 17 game against San Diego. He picked off Billy Volek and finished with six tackles.
Analysis: McIntosh finished his season with 93 tackles and two interceptions. He only had low-end Fantasy value in IDP leagues, however, and be worth much more than that entering 2010.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh took advantage of all the running all over the field the Giants were doing on Monday night of Week 15. While the Redskins were trounced in the game, McIntosh led the team with 11 stops.
Analysis: The former Miami Hurricanes linebacker now has 83 tackles and one pick on the season. He was doing well earlier in the year but has since fallen off and is really just a low-end Fantasy IDP player barely worth noticing for Week 16 at home against Dallas.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh made two tackles in a Week 9 loss at Atlanta. McIntosh also intercepted a Matt Ryan pass in the game for his first pick of the season.
Analysis: McIntosh has 41 tackles on the season for Washington and is growing into a very solid linebacker for the Redskins. That said, he only has minimal Fantasy value in IDP leagues and really doesn't need to be used Week 10 against Denver.
News: In the Redskins' 24-10 loss at the Ravens in Week 14, notable defenders included: LB London Fletcher (12 total tackles despite foot injury), LB Rocky McIntosh (10 total tackles) and SS LaRon Landry (two total tackles, interception, forced fumble).
Analysis: Fletcher remains a must-start Fantasy LB so long as he's healthy, while Landry serves as a borderline No. 2/No. 3 Fantasy DB. McIntosh has upside but is best served as a No. 3 linebacking option. All three are desirable choices when the Bengals host the Redskins next week.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh recorded seven tackles and a sack of QB Matt Hasselbeck in Week 12's win over the Seattle Seahawks.
Analysis: McIntosh has 66 tackles on the season and has two sacks and an interception. That makes him a low-end Fantasy LB for IDP leagues heading into Week 13 against the Giants.
News: In the Redskins' 14-10 loss vs. the Cowboys in Week 11, key defensive players included: LB London Fletcher and DB Chris Horton (nine total tackles each), LB Rocky McIntosh (eight total tackles, interception) and CB DeAngelo Hall (two total tackles, one interception). Safety LaRon Landry added eight total tackles.
Analysis: Of these Redskins, Fletcher is a must-start in all IDP leagues while Hall, Horton and Landry are all middle- to low-end Fantasy defensive players. The Redskins play at the Seahawks in Week 12.
News: Washington DL Andre Carter led the Redskins in tackles with six on Sunday of Week 5 against the Eagles. Rookie DB Chris Horton tied Carter with six total tackles, as well, and LB Rocky McIntosh had five.
Analysis: Carter remains a decent low-end No. 2 Fantasy DL. Horton has been spectacular in his rookie season, but still doesn't really deserve any looks in Fantasy IDP leagues. McIntosh doesn't record too many sacks but he does get a good number of tackles for the Redskins defense. Consider McIntosh a decent low-end Fantasy LB. All three should have boosted outlooks for Week 6 against the Rams at home.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh had a nice little game on Sunday against Arizona. McIntosh recorded 10 total tackles, forced a fumble from Edgerrin James and recorded half a sack.
Analysis: McIntosh doesn't record too many sacks but he does get a good number of tackles for the Redskins defense. Consider McIntosh a decent low-end Fantasy LB but don't start him Week 4 against Dallas.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Rocky McIntosh, who tore his left ACL last Dec. 16 against the Giants, will start in Week 1 at New York.
Analysis: McIntosh started 14 games last season for Washington, totaling 87 tackles, three sacks and three forced fumbles. It was a breakout season for the former Miami Hurricane. Consider McIntosh a decent low-end Fantasy LB heading into 2008.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh, who was listed as probable for Saturday's preseason game against the Jets, got the start and looked pretty good after making a couple tackles.
Analysis: McIntosh started 14 games last season for Washington, totaling 87 tackles, three sacks and three forced fumbles. It was a breakout season for the former Miami Hurricane. Consider McIntosh a decent low-end Fantasy LB heading into 2008.
News:Redskins DB Laron Landry (hamstring), DL Erasmus James (knee), WR Anthony Mix (rib) and RB Clinton Portis (coach's decision) won't play during Saturday's preseason game against the Jets, and RB Rock Cartwright (ribs) is doubtful, according to head coach Jim Zorn. WR Antwaan Randle El (hamstring) will be a game-time decision. Three players returning from injuries -- CB Carlos Rogers (knee), linebacker Rocky McIntosh (knee) and receiver Devin Thomas (hamstring) -- will make their preseason debuts. DE Jason Taylor, who has been bothered this week by a foot injury, will play briefly.
Analysis: McIntosh started 14 games last season for Washington, totaling 87 tackles, three sacks and three forced fumbles. It was a breakout season for the former Miami Hurricane. Consider McIntosh a decent low-end Fantasy LB heading into 2008.
News: Washington LB H.B. Blades, suffering from a knee injury, was kept out of Saturday's preseason game against the Bills. DL Erasmus James also was kept out with a knee injury. Safety LaRon Landry, LB Rocky McIntosh, CB Carlos Rogers and WR Devin Thomas all weren't fit to play, either.
Analysis: The big names on the inactive list for Washington are Landry, Rogers and Thomas. Luckily, it's a preseason game and not a regular season contest. None of these players are suffering from major injuries and should be ready come opening kickoff. Continue to monitor their progress during the preseason.
News: Redskins RB Clinton Portis (tight hip flexors), CB Carlos Rogers (knee), S LaRon Landry (hamstring), WR Devin Thomas (hamstring), WR Malcolm Kelly (hamstring), DL Anthony Montgomery (hand), LB H.B. Blades (knee), LB Rian Wallace (hand) and DE Erasmus James (knee) will not play in Sunday's preseason game against the Colts. DE Jason Taylor, obtained in a trade with Miami on July 20, is not expected to play nor is LB London Fletcher. LB Rocky McIntosh, coming back from a major knee injury, is unlikely to play as is WR Anthony Mix (hamstring).
Analysis: The big names on the inactive list for Washington are Portis, Landry, Thomas, Taylor and Fletcher. Luckily, it's a preseason game and not a regular season contest. None of these players are suffering from majors injuries and should be ready come opening kickoff. Continue to monitor their progress during the preseason.
News: In his first full season as a starter, Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh amassed 87 tackles (68 solo) with three sacks, five passes defensed and three forced fumbles. Then in Week 15, McIntosh tore both the ACL and MCL in his left knee and didn't play again in 2007.
Analysis: The rehabilitation time for a torn ACL is usually nine to 12 months. McIntosh, a second-year player from Miami, took over as the starting weakside linebacker this season. With him expected to miss some time in training camp and possibly into the season, he's a late-round flier in the deepest of IDP dynasty/keeper leagues at this point.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh is out for the season -- and possibly all of next season -- with torn ligaments in his left knee. McIntosh tore both the ACL and MCL in the first quarter of Week 15's 22-10 victory over the Giants. An MRI exam Monday confirmed the diagnosis, and he will have reconstructive surgery in the coming weeks. Rookie H.B. Blades, a sixth-round draft pick from Pittsburgh, will take his place.
Analysis: The rehabilitation time for a torn ACL is usually nine to 12 months. McIntosh, a second-year player from Miami, took over as the starting weakside linebacker this season. He has 87 tackles and three sacks. Obviously, you should cut him now in Fantasy.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh matched a season low with two tackles in Washington's 19-13 loss to Tampa Bay in Week 12.
Analysis: McIntosh has been held to two tackles in three consecutive games and remains a low-end No. 3 Fantasy LB in IDP leagues heading in Week 13 against the Bills.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh had 12 total tackles and a sack in Week 9 at the N.Y. Jets.
Analysis: The second-year linebacker out of Miami has already put together a career season and is gaining more Fantasy value with every week. Right now, treat him as a solid No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh totaled nine tackles (eight solo) during a Week 7 win over the Cardinals. He now has 51 tackles, two sacks and two forced fumbles in six games.
Analysis: The second-year linebacker out of Miami has already put together a career season and is gaining more Fantasy value with every week. Right now, treat him as a solid No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy LB.
News: Redskins LB Rocky McIntosh had 10 tackles Sunday against Green bay.
Analysis: McIntosh is a No. 2 LB and should be started in Week 7 against Arizona.
News: Rocky McIntosh had a team-high eight solo tackles and he assisted on another in Week 2 at Philadelphia. He also recorded a sack and had a quarterback hurry.
Analysis: McIntosh continues to get better and better. He now has 20 tackles this season in just two games and is worth a look in deeper IDP Fantasy leagues. The Redskins host the Giants in Week 3.
News: Washington LB Rocky McIntosh (11 tackles) and DBs Fred Smoot (six tackles) and Sean Taylor (five tackles) all made solid contributions to the Redskins' Week 1 OT win over Miami.
Analysis: Out of these three, Taylor is the only one with any Fantasy value at this point in IDP leagues. Barring injuries, all will definitely see action Week 2 at Philadelphia.
News: The Redskins announced that several players have had offseason surgery: quarterback Mark Brunell (labrum repair in left shoulder), linebacker Marcus Washington (left elbow), linebacker Rocky McIntosh (right knee) and safety Vernon Fox (pectoralis muscle repair). Washington will also have an operation on his left hip later this month. Defensive end Renaldo Wynn is expected to have right elbow surgery within a week
Analysis: None of these surgeries will have any long-term effects on these players. Washington and McIntosh are the only decent Fantasy options that went under the knife.
News: Warrick Holdman and Rocky McIntosh are battling for the starting WLB spot in Washington. Holdman and McIntosh have both been solid and as usual, the tie goes to the veteran.
Analysis: Holdman has the edge here since assistant head coach/defense Gregg Williams didn't start more highly-touted rookies Sean Taylor (fourth overall, 2004) and Carlos Rogers (ninth overall, 2005) than McIntosh (35th, 2006) in their respective openers. The winner at this spot is worth owning as a No. 3 or 4 LB in IDP play.
News: Rookie linebacker Roger "Rocky" McIntosh signed a four-year contract with the Redskins, a day before the team opens training camp. McIntosh was the Redskins' top draft pick in April, taken in the second round with the No. 35 overall choice. Washington moved up to that slot in a trade with the Jets to be able to select the 6-foot-2, 231-pound linebacker out of the University of Miami. McIntosh led the Hurricanes with 89 tackles and had 5 1/2 sacks in 2005, and is considered a contender to take over the weakside spot vacated when LaVar Arrington left to join the Giants.
Analysis: McIntosh sat out the full-squad minicamp in June to have minor knee surgery, but he should be fine for training camp. He is a very appealing Fantasy option in deeper IDP leagues and dynasty leagues since he should contribute as a weakside linebacker, possibly starting if he can beat out Warrick Holdman for the job. Use a late-round pick on him to be a reserve in seasonal IDP formats and an early- to middle-round choice in rookie-only drafts.
News: Washington Redskins linebacker Rocky McIntosh, the team's top pick in this year's draft, was scheduled to have minor knee surgery June 14. The former Miami Hurricanes star, selected 35th overall in the April draft, will miss the team's minicamp this weekend.
Analysis: McIntosh should still be expected to participate in training camp. He should be a nice rookie addition for the Redskins and thus a quality option as a No. 3 or 4 LB in deeper IDP leagues.
News: The Washington Redskins selected Miami (FL) LB Roger "Rocky" McIntosh with the No. 35 overall (Round 2) selection in the 2006 NFL Draft.
Analysis: The Redskins already added DE Andre Carter and DB Adam Archuleta to a defense that should be solid next season. Look for this unit to be worth a late-round selection in drafts.
