November 30, 2008 Linebacker Will Witherspoon (shoulder) is active and will play in Week 13, but David Vobora will start in his place.
Our View:IDP fantasy owners should also bench Witherspoon this week.
November 28, 2008 The Belleville News Democrat reports that David Vobora, taken with the 252nd and final pick in the 2008 NFL Draft out of Idaho, will start in place of Will Witherspoon, the team’s Most Valuable Player and leading tackler last season.
Our View:Witherspoon suffered a labrum tear in his shoulder on Sunday and has been battling other shoulder problems all year.
November 24, 2008 Rams MLB Will Witherspoon suffered a labrum tear in his shoulder on Sunday and has been battling other shoulder problems all year, so he may not play next week, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:Witherspoon has been a disappointment for IDP owners, as he is not playing anywhere near the level he did last season, in part because of the injuries he is suffering from. If he can't play on Sunday, David Vobora would take his place.
November 23, 2008 Will Witherspoon posted eight solo tackles in the Week 12 loss to Chicago.
Our View:Witherspoon has battled various injuries this sesason, which has led to a disappointing performance in IDP leagues. However, during the last two games, the middle linebacker has compiled 17 solo tackles and three assists.
October 9, 2008 Will Witherspoon fully practiced Wednesday, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. He had been dealing with a shoulder ailment.
Our View:He looks to be ready for Week 6, which is good news for St. Louis while facing a strong Redskins' ground attack led by Clinton Portis.
