Fantasy Player Profile Germaine Pratt
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Has 20 tackles in loss
Pratt had 20 total tackles, including two tackles for a loss and a pass defensed in Sunday's loss at Kansas City.
Analysis: Pratt has been a revelation since taking over a starting linebacker role opposite Zaire Franklin after Joe Bachie went down with an injury and was later released. He played on 83 of the defense's 96 snaps in the overtime loss.
Published: Mon, Nov 24 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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Totals seven stops Sunday
Pratt logged seven tackles (three solo) and recovered a fumble in Indianapolis' win over the Falcons on Sunday.
Analysis: Pratt finished tied with Nick Cross for second on the team in tackles behind Zaire Franklin's 10 during the win, while also forcing his first turnover of the campaign. The 29-year-old's strong season continues, as he's now racked up 38 tackles (20 solo) since making his debut with the Colts in Week 6.
Published: Tue, Nov 11 at 6:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Eight tackles in win
Pratt recorded eight tackles (three solo), including one for a loss, in Sunday's 38-14 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Pratt led the team in tackles despite seeing his snap rate decrease for the third straight game, this time likely due to game script. He has 23 total tackles in three contests since joining the Colts and should continue to work alongside Zaire Franklin in the middle of the team's defense.
Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 9:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid outing in win
Pratt registered four tackles (two solo) in Indianapolis' win over the Chargers on Sunday.
Analysis: Pratt had a solid outing in the victory despite playing just 63 percent of the team's defensive snaps. The 29-year-old has gotten off to a hot start since signing with the Colts on Oct. 8, racking up 15 tackles (10 solo) across his first appearances with the team.
Published: Tue, Oct 21 at 8:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces team in tackles in debut
Pratt tallied 11 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 31-27 Week 6 win over Arizona.
Analysis: Pratt was signed by Indianapolis last Wednesday and immediately took on a major role, starting at linebacker and logging 79 percent of the Colts' defensive snaps. He finished the victory as the team's leading tackler, posting his highest mark since Week 13 of last year. Austin Ajiake saw his defensive snap count drop dramatically with Pratt in the fold Sunday.
Published: Tue, Oct 14 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds work in Indy
Pratt signed a one-year deal with the Colts on Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Pratt signed a one-year deal with the Raiders this past offseason but played just four games before being released Monday. He's since found a new home in Indianapolis, reuniting with Lou Anarumo, who served as the Bengals' defensive coordinator during Pratt's time in Cincinnati. Over those four contests this season, the veteran linebacker tallied 25 total tackles and two passes defended. Now with the Colts, Pratt is likely to play a reserve role in the team's inside-linebacker corps during the…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 8 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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Dropped by Las Vegas
Pratt was released by the Raiders on Monday, Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The veteran linebacker inked a one-year deal with the Raiders this past offseason and recorded 25 total tackles and two passes defended over the team's first four games. However, he was a surprise inactive for Las Vegas' Week 5 loss to the Colts and has since been released. Pratt tallied 143 total tackles and six passes defended, including two interceptions, and two forced fumbles over 17 regular-season games with the Bengals in 2024. Now a free agent, he's expected to draw interest from teams…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 6 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Surprise inactive for Week 5
Pratt (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Analysis: Pratt's absence comes as a surprise, given that he started in the first four games of the regular season and did not show up on the Raiders' injury report heading into Sunday's contest. Tommy Eichenberg and Cody Lindenberg are slated to see more snaps at linebacker in Pratt's absence, but Jamal Adams could also see some work at the position.
Published: Sun, Oct 5 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Five tackles in narrow loss
Pratt recorded five tackles (three solo) in the Raiders' loss to the Bears on Sunday.
Analysis: Pratt has logged 88 percent of the playing time on defense through four games to begin the season and has recorded 25 tackles (10 solo) and a pair of pass breakups.
Published: Tue, Sep 30 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven stops in loss
Pratt recorded seven total tackles (five solo) and two passes defensed in Monday's 20-9 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Pratt saw a dip in his workload, playing just 44 of the team's 58 defensive snaps after he saw action on 91 percent of the defensive snaps in Week 1 versus New England. The linebacker remained productive, though, and he dropped an easy interception in the fourth quarter, otherwise he would've had an even better night. Through two contests in 2025, Pratt has registered 15 total tackles (six solo) and two passes defensed.
Published: Tue, Sep 16 at 9:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs eight stops Week 1
Pratt finished with eight tackles (one solo) in Sunday's 20-13 win against the Patriots.
Analysis: Pratt played well in the regular-season opener, finishing third on Las Vegas in tackles. The veteran linebacker logged all but six of the Raiders' 71 defensive snaps. Pratt joined Las Vegas on a one-year contract this offseason after tallying a career-high 143 tackles with the Bengals last year.
Published: Tue, Sep 9 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Pratt (hamstring) returned to training camp practices this week.
Analysis: Pratt was held out of practices last week while tending to hamstring tightness, but the veteran linebacker appears to be past the issue. The 2019 third-rounder logged a career-high 143 tackles (80 solo) along with six pass defenses (two interceptions), two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries over 17 regular-season games with the Bengals in 2024. Pratt signed a one-year deal with the Raiders in March and is expected to lead the Raiders' linebacker corps alongside Elandon Roberts and Tommy…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 30 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Working through tight hamstring
Pratt did not practice Friday due to hamstring tightness, Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Pratt was held out of individual and team drills in order to work on his hamstring, but there's no indication that the injury is a long-term concern. The 2019 third-rounder joined the Raiders on a one-year, $4.25 million contract in June, two days after being released by the Bengals. He logged a career-high 143 tackles (80 solo) across 17 regular-season games in 2024 along with six pass defenses (including two interceptions), two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.
Published: Fri, Jul 25 at 7:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Donning silver and black
Las Vegas signed Pratt to a one-year, $4.25 million contract Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Pratt was cut loose by Cincinnati on Monday, but it didn't take long for him to find another suitor. After all, he is coming off a season in which he recorded a career-high 143 tackles (80 solo), good for 10th in the NFL in 2024. He projects to start for the Raiders in 2025 and could be one of their leading tacklers if he stays healthy.
Published: Wed, Jun 11 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Being released by Bengals
Pratt is being released by Cincinnati on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Pratt officially requested a trade in February, but the Bengals weren't able to find any suitable partners to this point in the offseason, leading to the longtime starter now being released. Still heading into just his age-29 season, Pratt led Cincinnati with a career-high 143 tackles (80 solo) in 2024 across 17 regular-season appearances, while also logging two interceptions, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. He'll likely be looking for a long-term contract with his next team.
Published: Mon, Jun 9 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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Makes trade request
Pratt informed the Bengals on Wednesday of his request to be traded, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Pratt, a longtime linchpin of Cincinnati's linebacker corps, led the team with a career-high 143 tackles (80 solo) to go with two interceptions, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries across 17 appearances in 2024. The Bengals' decision to shift from Lou Anarumo to Al Golden at defensive coordinator foreshadowed a potential parting of ways with Pratt, who ought to have a fair trade market heading into his age-29 season. If Pratt is able to achieve a favorable landing spot, he boasts the…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 12 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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Career-best 143 tackles in 2024
Pratt racked up 143 tackles (80 solo), six passes defensed, two interceptions, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in 2024.
Analysis: Pratt led Cincinnati's defense in tackles by a notable margin, with Logan Wilson (104 stops) coming in second place. The 28-year-old linebacker is now heading into the final year of his contract with the Bengals, setting him up to reprise a valuable starting role. For IDP purposes, Pratt's lack of upside as a pass rusher lowers his fantasy ceiling, but he could once again provide a notable floor as a run-stopper during the 2025 campaign.
Published: Thu, Jan 9 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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Grabs second pick of season
Pratt recorded seven tackles (five solo) and an interception during Saturday's 30-24 overtime win versus the Broncos.
Analysis: Pratt's interception came late in the fourth quarter on a third-down pass intended for Courtland Sutton, and it set up a go-ahead Cincinnati touchdown inside of the two-minute warning. He'll be looking to keep building on his career year in Week 18 at Pittsburgh.
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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Five solo tackles against Cleveland
Pratt finished Sunday's 24-6 win over the Browns with five solo tackles.
Analysis: Pratt has logged at least five combined tackles in six straight contests and has played at least 50 defensive snaps in all 15 regular-season games. The 2019 third-round pick is up to 130 tackles on the year, which is the 10th-highest figure in the NFL and surpasses his career-best output from the 2023 campaign (118 combined tackles across 17 regular-season games). Pratt will look to add to his total in a pivotal contest against the Broncos on Saturday.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Continues to make tackles
Pratt recorded seven tackles (three solo), including a tackle for a loss, and a pass breakup in Monday's 27-20 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: The middle linebacker now has 117 stops (65 solo) on the year. Pratt has crossed the century mark in tackles in two straight seasons and has made at least 76 stops in all six of his pro campaigns. Pratt has also played in all 13 games this season and on at least 82 percent of the defensive snaps in each contest.
Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Reaches tackling century mark
Pratt logged 13 tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 44-38 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: Pratt tied Akeem Davis-Gaither for most tackles on the Bengals on Sunday. It also brought Pratt's season total for tackles to 110, making it the second straight season that the 2019 third-round pick has reached the century mark. A Week 14 matchup against the Cowboys on Monday, Dec. 9 is his next chance to surpass his career-best 118 tackles (in 17 games) from the 2023 regular season.
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 5:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Records eight stops in defeat
Pratt finished with eight tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 34-27 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: The starting middle linebacker also played on 97 percent of the defensive snaps. Pratt has 97 tackles (57 solo), four passes defensed, including one interception, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in 2024.
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid in loss
Pratt recorded nine tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 37-17 loss versus the Eagles.
Analysis: After Week 8, Pratt has already recorded at least nine tackles in six separate games, and there are still nine more contests on the schedule. Only Zaire Franklin (87) and Roquan Smith (82) have more tackles than Pratt (80) so far in 2024.
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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Double-digit stops in win
Pratt recorded 13 total tackles (10 solo) in Sunday's 21-14 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Pratt led the team with 13 takedowns, including a season-high 10 solo tackles, reaching double-digit stops for the second time in 2024. The linebacker has now compiled 71 total tackles (43 solo), two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and three passes defensed over seven games this season.
Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 5:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Active yet again
Pratt finished with seven tackles (five solo) and an interception in Sunday's 17-7 win over the Giants.
Analysis: The linebacker recorded nine stops in each of the Bengals' previous three games and now has 58 on the season, good for seventh in the league. Pratt also has three passes defensed, including the interception, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. He has played on more than 90 percent of the defensive snaps in all six games.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Another impressive outing in Week 5
Pratt recorded nine total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 41-38 overtime loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: The 28-year-old linebacker has now recorded nine total tackles in each of the Bengals' last three contests, brining his season total up to 51, one short of Logan Wilson's team-leading 52 tackles. Pratt's 51 tackles are good enough for eighth in the NFL through five weeks, and he's expected to continue making plays for a depleted Bengals defense in the team's Week 6 matchup against the Giants.
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Another nine tackles in win
Pratt recorded nine tackles (six solo) and one pass deflection in the Bengals' win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: On the year, Pratt is up to 42 tackles (22 solo), including one TFL, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, one QB hit and two pass breakups. Pratt has been stuffing the stat sheet a bit, and his 42 tackles are good for seventh-most in the league through Week 4. Pratt has logged 95 percent of the defensive snaps in a strong linebacker duo alongside Logan Wilson.
Published: Tue, Oct 1 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Nine tackles vs. Washington
Pratt tallied nine tackles (six solo) and one forced fumble in Monday's 38-33 loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Pratt was one of three Bengals defenders to register nine tackles in Monday's loss. Pratt has played nearly every single defensive snap through the first three games of the regular season. His 33 tackles this year is tied with Logan Wilson for most on the Bengals and tied for fourth in the NFL.
Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Tackling machine vs. Chiefs
Pratt registered 16 tackles (seven solo) and recovered a fumble he forced in Sunday's 26-25 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Pratt doubled his tackling output from Week 1 on Sunday, and he was joined by teammate Logan Wilson as the only two players to reach double-digit tackles. Pratt recovered a fumble that he forced from running back Carson Steele in the second quarter, which led to an 48-yard field goal from Evan McPherson six plays later. Pratt's 24 tackles ranks second in the NFL through the first two weeks of the regular season, and the 2019 third-round pick should stay busy against Jayden Daniels and the…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid outing versus Patriots
Pratt logged eight tackles (three solo) in Cincinnati's 16-10 loss versus New England on Sunday.
Analysis: Pratt finished tied with Dax Hill for second the team in tackles during Sunday's losing effort. The 28-year-old will look to improve upon this solid performance next week versus the Chiefs and help lead the Bengals to victory.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-year in 2023
Pratt logged 118 total tackles, including seven tackles for loss, and also intercepted two passes in 17 games with the Bengals during the 2023 regular season.
Analysis: The 27-year-old linebacker has statistically improved in each of his five NFL seasons thus far, setting career-highs in total tackles, tackles for loss and sacks (2.0) in 2023. Pratt agreed to a three-year, $21 million contract with the Bengals this past offseason, which will keep him in Cincinnati through the 2025 season. The Bengals seem to have found a nice linebacker tandem, as Logan Wilson and Pratt combined for 253 total tackles this season. Expect Pratt to continue producing at a…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 14 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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Just one stop in loss
Pratt had one tackle in Sunday's 25-17 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: It was Pratt's lowest tackling output of the season despite him playing 48 defensive snaps. He has a career-high 116 tackles over 16 games this season and ranks second on the team in stops behind fellow linebacker Logan Wilson.
Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading tackler vs. Vikings
Pratt recorded 12 tackles (five solo), including a half sack, in Saturday's 27-24 overtime win versus the Vikings.
Analysis: Pratt posted a double-digit tackle total for the third straight game in Week 15, and he eclipsed 100 tackles on the season for the first time in his career. He projects as a great IDP play in Week 16 when the Bengals travel to take on a run-heavy Pittsburgh offense.
Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Double-digit tackles again
Pratt registered 10 tackles (four solo), including half a sack, in Sunday's 34-14 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Pratt reached double-digit tackles for the second straight game and tied with Logan Wilson for the team lead in that category. Pratt played just 49 defensive snaps -- his lowest usage since Week 3 against the Rams -- though he was still as effective as he's been all season. He's tied his career-high 99 tackles from last season and will likely hit the century mark for the first time Saturday against the Vikings.
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 6:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies 12 tackles Thursday
Pratt finished Thursday's 34-31 overtime win over the Jaguars with 12 tackles (four solo), including one for loss.
Analysis: Pratt was Cincinnati's leading tackler in the overtime victory, logging double-digit stops for the fourth time this season. The fifth-year linebacker is up to 89 total tackles on the campaign, just 10 away of the career-best mark he established last season. Pratt also has two interceptions, two forced fumbles and one sack this year.
Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 6:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Week 12
Pratt (illness) is active ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Pratt missed Friday's practice with an illness, but it now seems as if that won't stop him from playing in Sunday's divisional matchup. The veteran linebacker has started all 10 of Cincinnati's games thus far, recording 71 total tackles, including five tackles for loss, while also nabbing two interceptions.
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Pratt (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Analysis: Pratt popped up on Cincinnati's injury report late in the week with an illness, and he was unable to practice Friday. The veteran linebacker has started all 10 of the Bengals' games thus far, logging 71 total tackles, including five tackles for loss and one sack. If Pratt were to miss Sunday's contest, Markus Bailey and Joe Bachie would likely see increased work on Cincinnati's defense.
Published: Fri, Nov 24 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Racks up nine tackles
Pratt tallied nine tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: Pratt had a solid performance in the loss as his nine tackles were tied with Cam Taylor-Britt for the most on the team. Pratt has now compiled 69 tackles (42 solo), including a sack, through nine games this season and will look to add to his totals versus the Ravens on Thursday.
Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 7:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in tackles Sunday
Pratt compiled 11 tackles (six solo) and forced a fumble during the Bengals' 24-18 win against the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: Pratt logged double-digit tackles for the third time this campaign and also forced one of two turnovers for Cincinnati on Sunday. The 27-year-old has 60 tackles (38 solo), including a sack, and an interception in eight games and is currently on pace to set new career highs in all three categories.
Published: Tue, Nov 7 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Picks off Purdy in Week 8 win
Pratt registers five tackles (three solo) and a nine-yard interception return in Sunday's 31-17 win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Pratt's interception came late in the third quarter, when the 49ers were in the red zone, with the linebacker picking off Brock Purdy on a pass intended for Elijah Mitchell in the end zone. It was the second interception of the season for Pratt, who has already tied a career high he set in 2022. He's up to 49 tackles on the year and ranks third on the team in that category behind Logan Wilson (57) and Dax Hill (51).
Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in tackles
Pratt tallied a team-high 11 tackles (three solo) and an interception in the 34-20 victory over the Cardinals in Week 5.
Analysis: Pratt's tackle total marked his second highest of the season through five games, and the pick was his first of the year. He had just three interceptions total through four seasons and is halfway to the career-high he set in 2022. The 27-year-old remains a reliable defender, as he saw the field for 53 snaps (93 percent). His lowest percentage this season was 88 in Week 2. The linebacker will attempt to carry his momentum into Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.
Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Another strong performance Sunday
Pratt recorded nine tackles in Sunday's 27-24 loss versus the Ravens.
Analysis: In a game where Baltimore ran the ball 37 times, Pratt made good on his opportunities, improving his season-long tackle total to 20 after just two games. He's easily on track to post 100-plus tackles for the first time in his career ahead of Week 3 versus the Rams.
Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive in blowout loss
Pratt recorded 11 tackles, including a sack, and a forced fumble in Sunday's 24-3 loss at Cleveland.
Analysis: He was also heavily involved in terms of snap count (64), second only to Logan Wilson among Cincinnati linebackers. His forced fumble came in his team's own red zone when the game was still scoreless in the first quarter, but nothing Pratt could have done would have saved the Bengals in Week 1. He'll continue his quest for his first 100-tackle season versus Baltimore in Week 2.
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Staying in Cincinnati
Pratt and the Bengals came to terms Monday on a three-year, $21 million contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: One of the Bengals' key free agents, Pratt is a great keep for the defense. He's started 54 games since being taken in the third round of the 2019 Draft. Pratt registered 99 tackles and a pair of interceptions across 15 starts last season.
Published: Mon, Mar 13 at 11:58am by Rotowire.com
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Notches career-high 99 stops in '22
Pratt finished the regular season with 99 tackles, two interceptions, a sack and 10 passes defended over 15 appearances. He added 20 tackles and three pass breakups across the Bengals' three postseason games.
Analysis: According to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, Pratt expressed his frustration with getting subbed out for some third downs during this past Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game, but the fourth-year linebacker still acknowledged that he hopes to return to Cincinnati in 2023. Pratt will become an unrestricted free agent in the spring.
Published: Wed, Feb 1 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Nabs late INT
Pratt recorded nine tackles (two solo) and two passes defended, including one interception, in Sunday's 34-23 win over Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Pratt notched his second interception of the season, plucking a deflected pass out of the air just before it hit the turf early in the fourth quarter. The 250-pound linebacker also continued to play an important role in run defense alongside Cincinnati's leading tackler Logan Wilson, who paced the team with 15 tackles Sunday. Pratt has now recorded a career-high 92 tackles and seven passes defended this season, and he's actually tied with defensive backs Vonn Bell, Jessie Bates and Eli Apple…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 8:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Forces key fumble
Pratt forced and recovered a fumble from the Chiefs' Travis Kelce in the Bengals' win on Sunday for the only turnover of the game.
Analysis: Overall, Pratt had just four tackles for his second-lowest output of the season, but he seems to have a knack for coming up big at the right time. The Bengals trailed by four at the time, and they drove for the eventual game-winning touchdown following the turnover.
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 10:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Eights stops in win
Pratt recorded eight tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 37-30 win over the Steelers.
Analysis: Pratt tied weakside linebacker Logan Wilson for the Bengals' second-most tackles against Pittsburgh, as he logged his sixth outing with at least eight stops in 2022. Over nine games, the middle linebacker has recorded 68 stops (35 solo), one sack, four passes defended and one interception, and he should have a chance to set a new career high in stops if he can remain healthy moving forward this season.
Published: Tue, Nov 22 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Nine tackles in MNF
Pratt recorded nine tackles (five solo) during Monday's 32-13 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: The 26-year-old tied defensive end Sam Hubbard (finger) for the team's second-most tackles despite the return of starting linebacker Logan Wilson, who was sidelined with a shoulder injury Week 7. Pratt has recorded 59 tackles (29 solo), one sack and three passes defended over seven games in 2022, and he should set a new career high in tackles barring any injuries moving forward. He'll look to continue this consistent play against the Panthers on Sunday.
Published: Tue, Nov 1 at 9:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Six tackles in victory
Pratt recorded six tackles (two solo) in the Bengals' 35-17 Week 8 win over the Falcons.
Analysis: Operating without Logan Wilson (shoulder) at starting interior linebacker, Pratt was able to register six tackles in Sunday's victory. The 26-year-old played a season-high 98 percent of the defensive snaps in the contest, something that could be replicated in Week 8 against Cleveland if Wilson is unable to go again.
Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Game-high 14 stops in win
Pratt recorded 14 tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 30-26 win over the Saints.
Analysis: In 58 out of a possible 72 defensive snaps (81 percent), Pratt was able to lead both sides in tackling in Week 6 with 14. He now has 44 stops, one sack and three passes defensed though five games played in 2022, and he'll look to replicate a similar performance in Sunday's matchup against the Falcons.
Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Team-high nine stops in win
Pratt recorded nine tackles (six solo) during Thursday's 27-15 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Pratt missed the team's Week 3 win over the Jets and, despite logging two full practices, was still listed as questionable for Thursday night's matchup. The linebacker was eventually deemed available and logged a team-high nine stops while playing just 65 percent of the team's defensive snaps. Through three appearances, the 2019 third-round pick has totaled 22 stops and one pass defense.
Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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Active for TNF
Pratt (knee) is listed as active for Thursday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Pratt missed the Week 3 contest against the Jets with a knee injury, but he's now expected to suit up Thursday against Miami. Expect the 250-pound linebacker to reclaim his usual starting role in the middle of Cincinnati's defense in Week 4.
Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for TNF
Pratt (knee) is listed as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Pratt was listed as limited Monday but upgraded to a full participant Tuesday and Wednesday, but he's still iffy for Thursday night's matchup. The 2019 third-round pick missed the team's Week 3 win over the Jets with the same injury, so it appears like Cincinnati is merely being cautious with its starting linebacker. If available, it's possible Pratt operates on a snap count on account of the knee injury.
Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared from injury report
Pratt (knee) was a full participant in practice Tuesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Pratt missed the team's Week 3 win over the Jets with the injury, then was a limited participant in Monday's practice estimate. The move to full participation Tuesday should put Pratt on the field Thursday against the Dolphins, where he'll likely resume his role at middle linebacker.
Published: Tue, Sep 27 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Question mark for Thursday
Pratt (knee) was limited on the Bengals' estimated practice report Monday.
Analysis: Pratt was inactive for the team's 27-12 win over the Jets on Sunday. If he's still not ready to return Thursday against the Dolphins, it'll be a blow to the Bengals' linebacker corps and will likely lead to extra opportunity for Akeem Davis-Gaither.
Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Out Sunday
Pratt (knee) is inactive Sunday against the Jets, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Pratt was considered doubtful heading into Sunday, so his inability to suit up is not a surprise. In his absence, Markus Baily should step into a larger role. Pratt will work to return in time for Thursday's contest against the Dolphins.
Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful to play in Week 3
Pratt (knee) is doubtful to play in Sunday's Week 3 matchup with the Jets, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Pratt is nursing a knee injury and isn't expected to be ready to go Sunday at New York. If he's unavailable, Akeem Davis-Gaither and Markus Bailey are likely to fill in for Pratt at interior linebacker in Week 3.
Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially clears protocols
Pratt (illness) officially cleared the NFL's COVID-19 protocols Monday and is good to go for Week 18, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Pratt was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday in anticipation he'd play in Week 17, but he still tested positive Sunday morning and was ultimately downgraded to out. However, he has now cleared protocols after being sidelined for five days and will be available for the team's Week 18 showdown with the Browns. In his last four appearances, Pratt has totaled 39 tackles, one forced fumble and half a sack.
Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Not available Sunday
The Bengals downgraded Pratt (COVID-19 protocols) to out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: According to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, Pratt tested negative for the virus Saturday and was reinstated from the reserve/COVID-19 list later that day in anticipation that he would clear the NFL's COVID-19 return-to-play protocol Sunday morning. However, Dehner relays that Pratt's second test didn't return negative, leaving him unavailable to play Sunday. Logan Wilson and Markus Bailey are expected to serve as Cincinnati's primary linebackers while the team typically keeps four defensive…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 5:12am by Rotowire.com
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Off reserve/COVID-19 list
Pratt (undisclosed) was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Pratt has developed into an integral part of the emerging Bengals defense and Saturday's designation should afford him the chance to build upon his recent streak of positive play. The middle linebacker leads the team with 39 tackles combined over the last four weeks.
Published: Sat, Jan 1 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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Placed on COVID-19 list
Pratt (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
Analysis: Pratt has played every single defensive snap over the last three games, so his potential absence would be a huge blow to the Bengals' defense. If he's unable to clear protocols ahead of the team's Week 17 contest against the Chiefs, then Keandre Jones and Austin Calitro would be likely candidates to fill the potential void at middle linebacker.
Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 8:16am by Rotowire.com
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Another nine-tackle outing
Pratt had nine tackles (four solo) and one pass breakup during Sunday's overtime loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Pratt has racked up 70 total tackles through 13 appearances this season, to go with two pass breakups, an interception and two forced fumbles. He also has two fumble recoveries. Next on deck, the starting linebacker will travel to Denver for Week 15. He's played 95-plus percent of defensive snaps in back-to-back contests.
Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 6:00am by Rotowire.com
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Strong impact in loss
Pratt had nine tackles (three solo), a forced fumble and a fumble recovery during Sunday's 41-22 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Pratt played all but two defensive snaps and had his most productive game of the season Sunday. The 2019 third-round pick averages just over five tackles per contest and has limited IDP appeal.
Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Eight tackles in Thursday's win
Pratt had eight tackles (five solo) and a tackle for loss in Thursday's 24-21 win over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Pratt picked up just one tackle against the Bears in Week 2, but he has produced either seven or eight tackles in each of the Bengals' other three games. The 2019 third-round pick played a season-high 79 percent of Cincinnati's defensive snaps in this one after hovering between 43 and 60 percent in each of the team's first three games. That extra usage can be attributed to facing a run-heavy Jaguars offense, and Pratt's workload will likely decrease against more pass-heavy teams.
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in tackles
Pratt tallied 12 tackles to lead the team in Week 1 against the Chargers.
Analysis: Pratt vacuumed up plenty of tackles from his linebacker role. While none were particularly explosive, he logged 54 snaps on defense in addition to 16 on special teams. He'll continue to play a key role in multiple facets of the game in Week 2 against Cleveland.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Added competition
The Bengals drafted three linebackers (Logan Wilson, Akeem Davis-Gaither, and Markus Bailey) in the 2020 NFL Draft, meaning that Pratt will face competition for playing time despite finishing strong at the end of 2019.
Analysis: Pratt didn't start playing on every down until Week 11, but from that point on he notched 53 of his 76 tackles on the season. He's more likely to retain a starting spot than fellow holdovers Jordan Evans and Hardy Nickerson, but he's on notice to produce right away.
Published: Sat, Apr 25 at 7:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Manages 76 stops as a rookie
Pratt notched 76 tackles (50 solo) across 16 regular-season contests in 2019.
Analysis: Pratt began the 2019 season in a depth role, but he began regularly handling 60-plus percent of defensive snaps following Cincinnati's Week 9 bye. Given his strong play down the stretch, the 2019 third-round pick stands a fair chance of opening the 2020 season with IDP value.
Published: Fri, Jan 24 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes two tackles for loss
Pratt was credited with 11 tackles (nine solo) in Sunday's 38-35 loss to Miami.
Analysis: Pratt has now logged double-digit stops in back-to-back games after not having done so prior to Week 15. He'll look to close out the season strong at home Week 17 against the Browns.
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Paces squad in stops
Pratt made nine tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 34-13 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Pratt led the team in stops while posting a career high in the process. The rookie third-round pick also logged 49 defensive snaps -- his highest mark of the season. Despite his limited workload this year, Pratt has accrued 58 tackles. He's worth keeping in mind for IDP formats in 2020.
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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Makes career-high eight tackles
Pratt notched a career-high eight tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 16-10 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: Pratt, who has assumed starting middle linebacker duties, has racked up 14 total tackles over the past two weeks. The rookie will look to maintain his recent momentum in Week 13 against the Jets.
Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for starting role
Pratt will draw the start at middle linebacker for Sunday's tilt against the Raiders, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
Analysis: Pratt's opportunity to slot into the starting lineup comes following Cincinnati's decision to part ways with Preston Brown. The rookie third-round pick played 23 snaps on defense (50 percent) in Week 10's loss to the Ravens, during which he notched four tackles (three solo). The winless Bengals will likely opt to take the final seven games of the regular season to evaluate what they have in Pratt and weigh his potential as a starter for 2020 and beyond.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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| Tackles | Turnover | Fantasy | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | MIA, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 4.50 |
| 2 | DEN, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 8.00 |
| 3 | @TEN, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 4 | @LAR, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 5 | LV, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | ARI, | 8 | - | - | - | - | 9.50 |
| 7 | @LAC, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 8 | TEN, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 5.50 |
| 9 | @PIT, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 7.00 |
| 10 | ATL, | 3 | - | - | - | 1 | 8.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @KC, | 15 | - | - | - | - | 18.50 |
| 13 | HOU, | 4 | - | - | 1 | - | 9.50 |
| 14 | @JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | SF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | @HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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