Jeff Garcia has signed a one-year contract to join the Oakland Raiders and backup JaMarcus Russell. Garcia, a 39-year-old quarterback who has been named to the NFL Pro Bowl four times, returns to a familiar part of the country.
Not only was Garcia born near by Oakland, he also had his best years of his career while with the San Francisco 49ers. According to reports, Garcia joined the Raiders in part to be close to his Bay Area roots.
Garcia spent 1999-2003 with the 49ers. His two best seasons came in 2000 and 2001. In 2000, he had 31 touchdowns and 4278 …read more

5. Philip Rivers, San Diego Chargers
Last year in the playoffs, Philip Rivers played even though he had a torn ACL. That move symbolized Rivers taking the next step. He’s now a rugged leader and with LaDainian Tomlinson slowing down, he could become the best player on the team sooner than later.
4. Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers
I guess the Packers were right. The management were all but pushing Brett Favre out the door — and now we see why. Aaron Rodgers can really play and he should continue to get better and better.
3. Tony Romo, Dallas Cowboys
Sure, he’s a choker in …read more