Fantasy Quarterback Rankings

By: Shane Myers

smithmanthumbnail.jpgHere are my fantasy ratings of the current starting quarterbacks for each of the 32 NFL teams. So players like Brett Favre can’t make the 1-32 list, but hey, he maybe just be worth drafting if you can pick him up late. Anyways, here’s all the information you’ll need when you go to draft your quarterback for your fantasy team…

1.) Tom Brady, Patriots
This is an easy choice. I had him at number one last year during the preseason, but everyone else had Peyton Manning and others ahead of him. This guy is still number one, and will be till he retires. And if you’re wondering if they’ll be able to win the AFC again, the answer is yes. As long as Tom is healthy.

2.) Peyton Manning, Colts
I had to go with Peyton here because of what he already has proved. He has never missed a start, so you know that you’re getting a player that will stay off the DL. Plus, he’s just plain solid. You know he’ll put up 30 TDs and at least 3500 yards every year. Definitely a safe and smart pick here.

3.) Tony Romo, Cowboys
A solid quarterback with two reliable targets, and one being a top three receiver. He’s managed to stay healthy so far in his career, and he now has a running game that will be better than last year’s.

4.) Derek Anderson, Browns
A tall quarterback that now has two top notch receivers in Braylon Edwards and Donte Stallworth. As long as the running game holds up, there should be plenty of opportunities through the air.

5.) Matt Hasselbeck, Seahawks
This team no longer has a solid running game, and you know that they’re going to make the playoffs for sure… so how are they going to get there? Through the air. Matt will put up solid numbers that will once again make him a Pro Bowl selection.

6.) Ben Roethlisberger, Steelers
They will probably run the ball alot again this year, but Ben will put up some solid number with the addition of Limas Sweed to the receiving corps.

7.) Drew Brees, Saints
After a disappointing season last year, Drew should pick up the numbers, both on the stat sheet and the win column.

8.) Carson Palmer, Bengals
With Chad back on the team, and another huge threat in T.J. Houshmandzadeh, look for Carson’s number to improve over last years. I’m looking for over 30 TDs and under 20 INTs.

9.) Marc Bulger, Rams
Don’t fooled by last year’s injured performance. This guy is a fantasy starter, and he goes against some pretty weak defenses in his own division too.

10.) Donovan McNabb, Eagles
Back and healthy (for how long?) he’s ready to lead a very talented Eagles team back into the playoffs. I’m looking for at least 25 TDs.

11.) David Garrard, Jaguars
He has an improved receiving corp, and with a strong running game, look for the numbers to pile up. Also, he practically never throws INTs.

12.) Phillip Rivers, Chargers
He looked really good in that playoff run that San Diego had last year. I’m starting to believe in him. Let’s see if he can follow through…

13.) Vince Young, Titans
Alright, the Madden curse is over, and we can forget last year. He’s gonna rush for TDs as well as throw for a few more than last year too. And I know it doesn’t count for fantasy, but the guy’s a winner.

14.) Matt Schaub, Texans
He plays against some pretty tough defenses from his own division, but in his second year in Houston, he should be a solid fantasy backup.

15.) Jake Delhomme, Panthers
Before he went down with his injury last year, he had 8 TDs and 1 INT. Give him a chance as your backup, and you won’t regret it. Though now, he is missing Steve Smith for the first two games of the year.

16.) Jay Cutler, Broncos
He seems to be a decent backup. Maybe even a sleeper. Who knows.

17.) Trent Edwards, Bills
Solid. Will put up decent numbers and lead the Bills to more wins than you expect.

18.) Jon Kitna, Lions
He threw for over 4000 yards last year, but this year should have a more balanced attack with the firing of Mike Martz.

19.) Jeff Garcia, Buccaneers
He’s old, but he’s a tough guy. He threw only 4 INTs in 13 games last year.

20.) Eli Manning, Giants
I just don’t like him. I don’t think he’s gonna put up good numbers at all, and I also don’t think that the Giants will make the playoffs.

21.) Jason Campbell, Redskins
He’s young QB who seems to have a bright future. Though right now, he won’t be anything above average.

22.) Matt Leinart, Cardinals
Who knows how he’ll be after only playing 5 games last year. And he struggled in those 5 games with 2 TDs, 4 INTs, and a 53.6% completion percentage.

23.) Aaron Rodgers, Packers
Who knows if he’ll even be the QB this year. I wouldn’t take a chance on him, but if he the starting QB for the Pack, he should be able to put up decent numbers.

24.) Tarvaris Jackson, Vikings
With such a strong running game, they might not pass all that much. Though I believe T-Jack and he might just be worth a last-round pick or free agency pickup.

25.) JaMarcus Russell, Raiders
Showed some promise last year. But who knows… after all, it’s the Raiders.

26.) Kyle Boller, Ravens
It might be Joe Flacco or even Troy Smith. Though Boller is decent. But I wouldn’t take a chance drafting him.

27.) Rex Grossman, Bears
Maybe Kyle Orton. Don’t draft him. And I know you won’t.

28.) Alex Smith, 49ers
Maybe he can put up numbers with Mike Martz. Maybe not.

29.) Brodie Croyle, Chiefs
Ehhhh. Not very solid.

30.) Kellen Clemens, Jets
It might be Chad, but who knows? And who really cares?

31.) Matt Ryan, Falcons
Not worth the number 3 pick. Just a bust. And we’ll see it.

32.) Josh McCown, Dolphins
It’ll probably be Chad Henne or Josh Beck before Week 6. Don’t draft any of them.

As the Brett Favre saga continues, you might want to keep an eye on it. I doubt he’s going to be backing anyone up, so he might be worth the chance of a late round pick. Also, Tom Brady is completely worth a top 3 pick. If I got the number 1 pick, I would be tempted to take him first. And I probably would.

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