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2021 Fantasy Stats
   Fantasy
WkOppResultsPts
1@NO
Loss, 3-38
4.50
2DET
Win, 35-17
1.50
3@SF
Win, 30-28
3.50
4PIT
Win, 27-17
3.50
5@CIN
Win, 25-22
0.50
6@CHI
Win, 24-14
1.50
7WAS
Win, 24-10
0.00
8@ARI
Win, 24-21
0.50
9@KC
Loss, 7-13
0.50
10SEA
Win, 17-0
5.00
11@MIN
Loss, 31-34
0.00
12LA
Win, 36-28
0.00
13Bye  0.00
14CHI
Win, 45-30
0.00
15@BAL
Win, 31-30
0.00
16CLE
Win, 24-22
0.00
17MIN
Win, 37-10
0.00
18@DET
Loss, 30-37
0.00
2021 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1@NO,
L 3-38
21---4.50
2DET,
W 35-17
1----1.50
3@SF,
W 30-28
11---3.50
4PIT,
W 27-17
11---3.50
5@CIN,
W 25-22
-----0.50
6@CHI,
W 24-14
1----1.50
7WAS,
W 24-10
-----0.00
8@ARI,
W 24-21
-----0.50
9@KC,
L 7-13
-----0.50
10SEA,
W 17-0
31---5.00
11@MIN,
L 31-34
-----0.00
12LA,
W 36-28
-----0.00
13Bye-----0.00
14CHI,
W 45-30
-----0.00
15@BAL,
W 31-30
-----0.00
16CLE,
W 24-22
-----0.00
17MIN,
W 37-10
-----0.00
18@DET,
L 30-37
-----0.00
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News

  • Back on active roster

    Mercilus (biceps) was activated off injured reserve Friday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: As expected, Mercilus will be available for Saturday's divisional matchup with the 49ers. However, it remains unclear what kind of role the veteran pass rusher will have. He was initially expected to be out for the remainder of the season after sustaining a biceps injury in mid-November, but he's made an improbable recovery. The Packers are also getting Za'Darius Smith (back) back for the playoffs. In corresponding moves, Green Bay released Isaac Yiadom and Jack Heflin.

    Published: Fri, Jan 21 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Mercilus (biceps) was designated to return from injured reserve Thursday, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus was initially expected to be out for the remainder of the season after he sustained a biceps injury in mid-November, but he'll rejoin the Packers for practice ahead of the playoffs. Whether he's available for the divisional round remains to be seen, but his return to the practice field is certainly encouraging.

    Published: Thu, Jan 13 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on injured reserve

    Mercilus (biceps) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

    Analysis: Mercilus' move to IR is a formality after it was announced Monday that he was done for the season. He was able to make an impact in a limited time for the Packers, appearing in four games and notching three sacks after joining them on Oct. 21.

    Published: Tue, Nov 16 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Done for season

    Mercilus (biceps) will miss the rest of the season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus left early Sunday against the Seahawks and was quickly ruled out for the rest of the game. He joined the Packers on Oct. 21 and contributed three sacks in four appearances. The veteran will now focus on being ready for 2022. In his absence, Preston Smith will continue to see extra opportunity, as will Oren Burks.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Long-term absence expected

    Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that he's assuming Mercilus (biceps) is facing a long-term absence, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Seahawks shortly after he went down, and it appears as though he'll miss additional time. Preston Smith saw an uptick in playing time against Seattle, while Oren Burks should also see additional snaps if Mercilus is sidelined.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't make it back Sunday

    Mercilus (biceps) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Mercilus was ruled out very quickly after originally coming out of the game, which is possibly a foreboding sign. Oren Burks will likely see more snaps as a result.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Chance to suit up Sunday

    Mercilus might suit up in Week 7's matchup versus Washington, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: The linebacker was officially signed by the Packers on Thursday, but defensive coordinator Joe Barry said there's a chance he could play Sunday. With Za'Darius Smith (back) and Preston Smith (oblique) nursing injuries, the Packers are really thin at outside linebacker at the moment.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Deal with Packers official

    Green Bay officially signed Mercilus to a contract Thursday.

    Analysis: Mercilus, a 10-year veteran, will provide Green Bay with some much-needed outside linebacker depth with Za'Darius Smith (back) out indefinitely and Preston Smith (oblique) also nicked up. Through six appearances with the Texans this season, Mercilus managed to rack up 12 tackles (six solo) and three sacks.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 9:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • May be Green Bay bound

    Mercilus is expected to join the Packers, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports Wednesday.

    Analysis: Mercilus was cut by the Texans on Oct. 18 in his 10th year with the franchise. The 2012 first-round selection had appeared in all six games this season, recording three sacks and 12 tackles (six solo), four of which were for a loss. If the deal goes through, Mercilus would add an experienced pass rusher to the Packers, who currently rank 10th in the league in sacks per game.

    Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut by Houston

    Mercilus was released by the Texans on Monday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus had three sacks through the first six games of the season, but Houston opted to move on since he wasn't generating enough consistent pressure on opposing quarterbacks. The 31-year-old has been with the Texans since being selected during the first round of the 2012 draft, though he'll now have to continue his career elsewhere.

    Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two sacks through three games

    Mercilus notched two tackles (one solo), a tackle for loss and a sack in Thursday's 24-9 loss to Carolina.

    Analysis: Mercilus got good penetration as the Texans' defense kept them in it for most of the game until the Panthers pulled away late. Just three games into the season, Mercilus is already halfway to last year's total of four sacks, and the veteran defensive end has added seven tackles.

    Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches sack in opener

    Mercilus posted three tackles (two solo) and a sack in Sunday's 37-21 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Mercilus has recorded 15.5 sacks over the last three seasons, and the Texans could use more out of the 31-year-old now that J.J. Watt is in Arizona. However, opponents aren't expected to throw more than 50 times often this year like Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence did in Week 1, meaning Mercilus' fantasy upside is hampered.

    Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant in practice

    Mercilus (hamstring) was a full participant in Friday's practice and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Mercilus suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain in the Texans' preseason finale and was limited in practice to begin the week, but he's back to full health ahead of the season opener. The 31-year-old should take on a starting role after he totaled 21 tackles (12 solo) and four sacks in 2020.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 8:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with hamstring strain

    Mercilus suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain in Saturday's preseason finale against the Buccaneers, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus will be re-evaluated by the team's medical staff next week, but coach David Culley is optimistic that the linebacker will be able to suit up Week 1 against the Jaguars. The 31-year-old is slated to take on a starting role to begin the year if he returns to full health in time for the season opener.

    Published: Thu, Sep 2 at 10:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for quicker free agency

    Mercilus restructured his contract with the Texans on Wednesday, converting 2022 and 2023 into voidable years, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus' base salary for 2021 is being restructured into a bonus to help free up some cap space for Houston, but the biggest change is that he's now set to become a free agent next offseason. After playing out the 2021 campaign -- which will mark his 10th season with the Texans -- the veteran edge rusher will have to either move on or negotiate a re-signing.

    Published: Wed, Mar 24 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from COVID list

    Mercilus was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus missed the last two games of the regular season after landing on the team's reserve/COVID-19 list. The linebacker racked up 21 tackles (12 solo), five sacks and three forced fumbles this season.

    Published: Wed, Jan 13 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Positive test confirmed

    Mercilus was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday following a positive test for the virus, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus won't play in Sunday's game against the Bengals. Depending on when he tested positive for the virus, Mercilus may not play in next week's game against the Titans, either. Jonathan Greenard and Jacob Martin are candidates to take over as a starting outside linebacker, although both players should get plenty of tread until Mercilus returns.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on COVID list

    Mercilus (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The move means Mercilus either tested positive for the virus or is a high-risk close contact of an infected individual. Jonathan Greenard should have an increased defensive role while Mercilus is sidelined.

    Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Sunday

    Mercilus will return to the lineup for Sunday's game against the Browns, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus missed Week 9's win over the Jaguars while sitting on the reserve COVID-19 list. He did not contract the virus but was determined to be in close contact with Jacob Martin, who tested positive. Mercilus started the season slowly but has picked up in recent weeks. He has three sacks and four quarterback hits with one sack nullified by a penalty over his last four games played.

    Published: Sat, Nov 14 at 5:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    Mercilus (undisclosed) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: The 30-year-old was placed on the COVID-19 list last week as a close contact of the COVID-positive Jacob Martin, but he's now back on the active roster after clearing the league protocols. Mercilus has three sacks through seven games and should reclaim his starting role at outside linebacker for the Texans.

    Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits COVID list

    The Texans placed Mercilus on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus was placed on the list due to coming into close contact with Jacob Martin, who tested positive for the virus Thursday. Mercilus will need to reside on the list for at least five days, meaning he won't be available for Sunday's game against Jacksonville. In his stead, Jonathan Greenard, Brennan Scarlett and Kyle Emanuel (concussion) would be in line to handle outside linebacker duties for the contest.

    Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack in win

    Mercilus had one tackle, a sack and recovered a fumble in Sunday's 30-14 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The fumble recovery was Mercilus' first of the season and led to the Texans' final points. He has just 13 tackles over five games, but Mercilus has three sacks the last two weeks.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes down QB twice

    Mercilus recorded four tackles (two solo) and two sacks in Sunday's 31-23 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Mercilus got off to a slow start this season with no sacks and no quarterback pressures through the first three games, but it appears he may have shaken off the rust Sunday, although Kirk Cousins has been sacked on 9.1 percent of his dropbacks -- the fifth-highest frequency in the league. We know this is in Mercilus' arsenal, though, as he's coming off a 7.5-sack season in 2019. He'll set his sights on Gardner Minshew and the Jaguars in Week 5, which should be another favorable matchup.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records first tackle for loss

    Mercilus had four tackles, one for a loss, in Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Mercilus has been quiet to open the season. Sunday's tackle for a loss was his first of the season, and he's yet to register a quarterback hit. Mercilus signed a four-year contract extension during the offseason, so more is expected of him.

    Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 5:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal impact in playoff loss

    Mercilus had one tackle and one quarterback hit in Sunday's 51-31 playoff loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Mercilus ended what is considered a successful season on a down note, as did the rest of the Houston defense which at one point allowed seven consecutive touchdown drives to Kansas City. He played a full 16-game schedule for the second straight season and proved himself a worthy successor to Jadeveon Clowney on the edge. Mercilus had 48 tackles, 7.5 sacks, two interceptions, four forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. All that production earned him four additional years, so he'll patrol the…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 13 at 4:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes impact in playoff win

    Mercilus recorded four tackles, one sack, three quarterback hits and forced a fumble in Saturday's 22-19 overtime win over the Bills in an AFC wild-card playoff game.

    Analysis: Early in the fourth quarter, Mercilus dislodged the ball from quarterback Josh Allen, which was recovered by teammate Jacob Martin and set up Houston's second score in its comeback victory. It was the fifth forced fumble of the year for Mercilus, who has thrived in the role once held by Jadeveon Clowney.

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures four more years

    Mercilus signed a four-year, $54 million contract extension with $24.5 million guaranteed with the Texans on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Texans have counted on Mercilus this season following the trade of Jadeveon Clowney to Seattle and J.J. Watt (pectoral) landing on IR. Mercilus has answered the call, recording 48 tackles, 7.5 sacks -- his highest total since 2016 -- and four forced fumbles. The 2012 first-round pick will avoid free agency in March, as he's locked down through the 2023 season.

    Published: Sat, Dec 28 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Named Pro Bowl alternate

    Mercilus has been named a Pro Bowl alternate, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Mercilus is having a nice season during his walk year, improving his value in the pending free-agent market. The 29-year-old edge player has 5.5 sacks, four forced fumbles , one fumble recovery and two interceptions.

    Published: Fri, Dec 20 at 5:23am by Rotowire.com
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