Fantasy football: Scouting the quarterbacks

August 25, 2010|By ED BARKOWITZ, fantasyfootball@phillynews.com
  • Donovan McNabb could be in another pass-happy offense with the Redskins.

Sam Bradford, Rams: No thanks. Ditto for the other rookie quarterbacks out there.

Tom Brady, Patriots: Says he wants to play another 10 years. Even if she is a supermodel, married life will do that to you.

Drew Brees, Saints: That Week 1 opener against Brett Favre and the Vikings should get the fantasy season off to a flying start. First one to 40 wins.

Jason Campbell, Raiders: Campbell is an upgrade at quarterback over JaMarcus Russell. But, then again, Naomi Campbell would be an improvement for the Raiders. Take Naomi. Leave Jason for someone else.

Matt Cassel, Chiefs: Charlie Weis might have struggled on Saturdays, but the Chiefs new offensive coordinator knows his way around quarterbacks. Don't dare make Cassel your starter, but do keep an eye on him.

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Jay Cutler, Bears: New offensive coordinator Mike Martz has a serious man-crush on Cutler. He loves his savvy and his intelligence. There's no arguing that Cutler has the tools, but how much do you trust Chicago's inexperienced receivers?

Brett Favre, Vikings: You knew he wasn't going to let the last image of his career be that ridiculous interception in the NFC Championship game. If his ankle becomes problematic, it will affect his fantasy numbers.

Joe Flacco, Ravens: The addition of Anquan Boldin has given the Ravens more depth than they ever have had at wide receiver. Baltimore also brought in veteran Marc Bulger as a mentor. Flacco could be a steal in the middle of the draft.

Matt Hasselbeck, Seahawks: Yawn.

Chad Henne, Dolphins: It has been a while since Miami had a relevant quarterback, but Henne might be getting there. If he cuts down his interceptions and keeps Brandon Marshall happy, Henne could work his way into starting consideration in large leagues.

Kevin Kolb, Eagles: It's impossible around here to call Kolb a sleeper, but that's how he's being viewed around the country. The biggest question will be his ability to withstand the 16-game schedule. You might want to grab Michael Vick in the last round, just in case.

Matt Leinart, Cardinals: Now that Kurt Warner is gone, Arizona is diving into the deep end of the hot tub by handing the keys to Leinart.

Byron Leftwich, Steelers: He is still fighting with Dennis Dixon to start during Ben Roethlisberger's suspension. Pittsburgh does have a couple decent early matchups (at Tennessee, at Tampa Bay) that those in two-quarterback leagues might consider.

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