NFC North Early Rookie Reviews.....

CHICAGO – Major Wright (3) backup free safety, hampered by hamstring injury. Corey Wootton (4) backs up Julius Peppers at right defensive end. Joshua Moore (5) reserve left corner. Dan LeFevour (6) claimed by Cincinnati after Chicago tried to slip him through waivers. J’Marcus Webb (7) backup right tackle. Harvey Unga (7) supplemental draft, on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury suffered during training camp. CFA/53: none.

DETROIT – Ndamukong Suh (1a) starting defensive tackle. As good as you’ve heard he is. His 4 ½ sacks through six games are more than the total of Tampa Bays’ defensive front. Additionally he has 21 tackles and one interception. Jahvid Best (1b) starting running back. Was the first rookie in NFL history to rush for 75 yards, have 150 yards in receiving, and score three touchdowns in one game. He has scored five touchdowns in his first two games. Leads all rookies with 31 catches for 285 yards and one touchdown. Amari Spievey (3) backup strong safety. Jason Fox (4) backup right tackle. Willie Young (7a) backup left defensive end behind Cliff Avril. Tim Toone (7b) practice squad/injured reserve. CFA/53: Aaron Berry DC, Pittsburgh on injured reserve. Randy Phillips SS, Miami.

GREEN BAY – Bryan Bulaga (1) utility offensive guard/tackle that currently backs up Chad Clifton. Has two starts in first six games. Mike Neal (2a) in defensive front rotation. Plays right end. Morgan Burnett (2b) starting strong safety until injured. Placed on injured reserve after the fourth game against Detroit. Made 14 tackles and had one interception in four games. Andrew Quarless (5a) will get more playing time after injury to Jermichael Finley. Marshall Newhouse (5b) backup left guard. James Starks (6) physically unable to play (PUP) through first six games. CJ Wilson (7) reserve left defensive end. CFA/53: Nick McDonald OG, Grand Valley State. Frank Zombo right OB, Central Michigan. Sam Shields DC, Miami. Newsletter Rehash: 2010 Draft Guide - One-year starter at corner after playing receiver for three years. Natural ball skills and quick hands. Good leaping ability. Plays the ball in the air. Has elite corner speed and quickness. Has the courage to support the run. Demonstrates natural instincts and reactions. Off field red flags may cause him to go undrafted, but could sign as a free agent like Bruce Johnson (Giants) in 2009. Maurice Simpkins IB, Coastal Carolina.


MINNESOTA – Chris Cook (2a) backs up Antoine Winfield at left corner. Started one game versus Detroit and was credited with five tackles. Has had some nicks that slowed him down during the season. Toby Gerhart (2b) reserve running back. Has 10 carries for 33 yards in five games along with one catch for five yards. Everson Griffen (4) reserve left defensive end. Chris DeGeare (5a) backup left guard behind Steve Hutchinson. Nathan Triplett (5a) released and signed to Chargers’ practice squad. Joe Webb (6) third quarterback. Impressive athletic ability demonstrated during preseason. Mickey Shuler (7a) cut and signed off waivers by Miami. Ryan D’Imperio (7b) on the practice squad. Moved from college position of linebacker to fullback. CFA/53: none.