Kwon Alexander Fantasy

New Orleans Saints linebacker Kwon Alexander (Achilles) suffered a torn Achilles in the Christmas Day win over the Vikings on Friday and will miss the rest of the season, according to a source. Alexander was traded to New Orleans from San Francisco this year and recorded 27 total tackles, four passes defensed, a forced fumble and two fumble recoveries in seven games with New Orleans. The former fourth-round pick of the Buccaneers in 2015 wasn't on the IDP map this season but will be a loss for the interior of the Saints Defense as they look to make a Super Bowl run after winning the NFC South on Friday. Despite Alexander's loss, the Saints defense will remain a fine fantasy option for those still playing for something in Week 17 against the Panthers.

Dec. 26th • 12:00 PM

The New Orleans Saints acquired linebacker Kwon Alexander from the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, according to a source. The 49ers will receive linebacker Kiko Alonso and a conditional fifth-round pick in return. Injuries held Alexander to just 13 games since he signed a four-year, $54 million deal with San Francisco last year. He's also missed the last three games with a high-ankle sprain but was limited in practice last week. If healthy, Alexander could be an upgrade next to Demario Davis in the middle of the field for New Orleans. He had 145 tackles in 2016 and was a Pro Bowler in 2017, but Alexander is off the IDP radar in 2020 because of his injuries.

Nov. 2nd • 1:47 PM

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Kwon Alexander (biceps), who had surgery on his pectoral muscle last season, was also dealing with a biceps injury and is undergoing surgery on Friday, according to sources. Alexander should be fully recovered in time for the 2020 season. The 25-year-old played in just eight games in 2019 in his first season with San Fran because of his pectoral injury. In those eight contests, Alexander had 34 tackles (22 solo), half a sack, a forced fumble and an interception. He's played in just 14 games the last two seasons and will need to stay on the field if he wants to remain with the 49ers past the 2020 season.

Feb. 14th • 4:32 PM