Quarterbacks seem to be a position that managers seem to reach the most for when the fact is that quality starters can be drafted in later rounds. Point in case Aaron Rodgers last year, who was not drafted within the first ten quarterbacks. Here are a few guys who will be available later in the draft, that can produce at a high level:
Matt Hasselback- A former Boston College Eagle and Massachusetts native, Hasselbeck would make Marky-Mark Wahlberg proud with his performance so far this preseason. The veteran quarterback seems to be enjoying his new weapon WR TJ Houshmandzadeh, whom the Seahawks emptied the wallet for in the off-season. Hasselback also has a very young and talented tight-end to throw to in John Carlson. A finally healthy quarterback with something to prove will pay big dividends for your team, and I expect him to have from 28 to 30 touchdowns. Oh and also he plays in the NFC west
Matt Schaub- If he can stay healthy he has Andre Johnson, Kevin Walter, Owen Daniels, Steve Slaton and a good offensive line, need I say more?
Trent Edwards- Regardless of how you feel about Terrell Owens, the fact of the matter is that in the first year he makes the quarterback better. Both Donovan McNabb and Tony Romo enjoyed bountiful fantasy numbers that first year. With the speedy Lee Evans lining up opposite T.O, and pass catching running-backs Fred Jackson and Marshawn Lynch in the backfield, there are plenty of weapons. Edwards, a Stanford graduate, makes good decisions and should be able to deal with Owens and his ego. I also do not believe that his poor preseason so far is a huge cause for concern.
Jason Campbell- He is a deep sleeper, but I feel that he has a BIG chip on his shoulder. The Redskins made their pursuit of Jay Cutler very public, seemingly pushing Campbell to the curb. Although the front office might not believe he can lead this team, the players do. I side with the players and believe that this young athletic quarterback will prove the Redskins wrong. I see a good amount of yards and somewhere in the ballpark of 18 to 20 touchdowns. A lot can be said of how a quarterback can play with a chip on their shoulder, 6th round pick Tom Brady anyone?
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