QB David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguars
To begin the 2008 fantasy football season, David Garrard was far from impressive. But the last couple of weeks, Garrard has really started to look like he did during the 2007 NFL season. Now is a good time to buy low and watch him blossom the rest of the season.
RB Michael Pittman, Denver Broncos
Selvin Young is out for Week 6 and Andre Hall isn’t 100%. With that in mind, Michael Pittman could become the lead back in Denver very soon. He already gets goal line carries and a lot of 3rd down action. Pretty soon he …read more

While running backs are usually the position you draft first in a fantasy football draft, quarterbacks are oftentimes responsible for how your fantasy team does in a given week. In 2008, there are many quality fantasy quarterbacks available in the draft. Here is our updated list of the top ten fantasy quarterbacks for the 2008 fantasy football season:
1. Tom Brady – Despite Brady’s injury, he remains on the top.
2. Tony Romo – With T.O. on his side, expect greatness.
3. Drew Brees – His value continues to rise in recent weeks.
4. Peyton Manning – With several question marks, Manning …read more

Matt Jones, a wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars, was caught with cocaine while in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The former star quarterback for the Arkansas Razorbacks was arrested and charged with a felony.
This news very likely ends Jones career as a member of the Jaguars. After being picked in the first round, Jones had three consecutive underwhelming seasons — with 2007 being the worst of the bunch. Last season, 317 yards and four touchdowns in 12 games.
If you have Jones in a dynasty fantasy football league, it’s safe to waive him. If he doesn’t end up in …read more

David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguars – Garrard is getting overlooked as a quarterback who could possibly have a dominant 2008 fantasy football season. He’s a very smart quarterback who takes care of the ball. His wide receivers are better this season and he can also get you fantasy points on the ground. If he ends 2008 as a top five quarterback, don’t be surprised.
Troy Smith, Baltimore Ravens – While Joe Flacco is the long-term answer at quarterback for the Ravens, he won’t be ready right away. That is where Smith comes into play. The former Heisman …read more

After a number of quarterback had huge fantasy football seasons in 2007, this year’s fantasy football quarterback crop is extremely top heavy. The top three quarterbacks on the board could and likely should be drafted very high in fantasy football drafts. Additionally, there is a strong second tier in this first edition of quarterback rankings for the 2008 fantasy season.
1. Tom Brady – Easy choice. He has Randy Moss on his side and should be great again.
2. Peyton Manning – Manning is one of the most reliable fantasy players of the last decade.
3. Tony Romo – Outside …read more

Through the next few days, I will do a series abou tthe underrated fantasy players as we look ahead to next fantasy football season. Let’s start out with the quarterbacks.
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David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguars
All season long, David Garrard proved himself as a heady quarterback who doesn’t make mistakes. Late in the season, he proved that he could produce through the air when needed. Heading into 2008, Garrard looks like he should be a solid fantasy quarterback option.
Philip Rivers, San Diego Chargers
After a rocky …read more

My fellow b5 sports blogger Allison Boyer of BCS Frenzy put together a series of posts about the NFL quarterbacks back when they were in college.
Let’s take a look at the four guys who are left playing this weekend:
Tom Brady, New England
Brett Favre, Green Bay
Eli Manning, New York (Giants)
Philip Rivers, San Diego(Questionable this weekend)

And here’s the four that got knocked out of the NFL playoffs last week:
David Garrard, Jacksonville
Matt Hasselbeck, Seattle
Peyton Manning, Indianapolis
Tony Romo, Dallas

QB David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguars
Garrard isn’t a big name in the fantasy football world but he quietly had a great season. This season he finished with 18 touchdowns and only three interceptions. While he faces a tough Pittsburgh Steelers defense, Garrard had three touchdown passes against the Steelers in Week 15.
RB Earnest Graham, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
It’s tough calling Graham a sleeper these days after his great season, but Graham still doesn’t receive the respect he’s due in fantasy football. Graham had ten touchdowns this year despite not being the full-time starter. This week against the New York Giants, the …read more

10. David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguars
In many fantasy football leagues, Garrard went undrafted. However, in the stretch run of the season, Garrard was one of the best quarterbacks in all of fantasy football.
9. Braylon Edwards, Cleveland Browns
Edwards was a high draft pick so his success wasn’t entirely a surprise. That said, now one thought Edwards would have 1200+ yards and 15 touchdowns with a week to go.
8. Jason Witten, Dallas Cowboys
Witten had a relatively quiet 2006 campaign but has been great in 2007. With 94 catches, 1121 yards and seven touchdowns, Witten has surpassed all expectations.
7. Adrian Peterson, Minnesota Vikings
Everyone knew …read more

Looking for an emergency waiver wire pickup to start in Week 12?
Check out these candidates:

QB David Garrard, Jacksonville Jaguars – Garrard is one of the safest starts in all of fantasy football. He has to throw an interception this season and has at least one touchdown pass in every game except the game he went out injured against the Colts. Garrard also is a threat to run, as he has 138 yards on the ground this season. Against the Bills, he’s a great emergency start.
RB Ricky Williams, Miami Dolphins – Yes, that Ricky Williams. After being reinstated from …read more