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Statistical projections are provided by EA Sports.
 Green Bay Packers |
 1. Aaron Rodgers (Auction: $22) |
Rodgers is coming off another huge statistical season, finishing in the top two in fantasy points at his position for the third straight season. He possesses a powerful and accurate arm, makes smart decisions -- he's thrown just 18 interceptions the last two years -- and has one of the most talented receiving corps in the NFL. Rodgers also makes a big impact with his legs, rushing for 879 yards and 13 touchdowns in the last three years. Based on his production, not to mention being in the prime of his pro career, Rodgers is one of the few quarterbacks worthy of a first-round selection. (Bye: Week 8)
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 Philadelphia Eagles |
 2. Michael Vick (Auction: $22) |
Vick went from being second on the Eagles depth chart to earning a Pro Bowl appearance in little more than six months. His level of success was nothing short of mind boggling -- Vick averaged 27.8 fantasy points in the games where he saw the majority of his team's snaps. With his improved passing skills to go along with his already impressive tools as a runner, Vick is the ultimate weapon and worth a first-round look in drafts. Be aware, though, that his style of play does make him more vulnerable to injuries. What's more, duplicating his enormous 2010 numbers won't be easy. (Bye: Week 7)
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 New England Patriots |
 3. Tom Brady (Auction: $18) |
Destined to go down in NFL history as one of the greatest players at his position, Brady had an MVP season in 2010. He threw for 3,900 yards with 37 total touchdowns, but even more impressive was the fact that he posted a 111.0 passer rating and tossed just four interceptions. Brady also accomplished this without a star wide receiver at his disposal. Instead, he made plays with Wes Welker, Deion Branch, Danny Woodhead and two rookie tight ends. Brady, who has finished no worse than seventh in fantasy points at his position in his last four full seasons, has second-round value. (Bye: Week 7)
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 New Orleans Saints |
 4. Drew Brees (Auction: $17) |
Did the Madden curse strike again? Brees, last year's cover athlete for the popular video game, posted 4,620 yards and 33 touchdowns but threw a career-worst 22 interceptions. He also played most of the season with a low-grade MCL sprain, which is partially to blame for his increase in turnovers. Brees will be 100 percent heading into the 2011 season, though, so a reduction in turnovers should be imminent. And with an average of close to 615 pass attempts over the last four years, Brees will see more than his share of opportunities. He'll come off the board no later than Round 3. (Bye: Week 11)
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 San Diego Chargers |
 5. Philip Rivers (Auction: $17) |
Rivers has clearly established himself as one of the top quarterbacks in fantasy football. Over the last three seasons, he's finished no worse than eighth in fantasy points at his position. That includes a fifth-place rank in 2010, based on the strength of a career-best 4,710 passing yards and 30 touchdown passes. Rivers should at least duplicate those totals in 2011, especially with Antonio Gates back at 100 percent and Vincent Jackson involved for the entire season. He also has a favorable FPA rating, which just adds to his overall value. Look for Rivers to be drafted no later than Round 3. (Bye: Week 6)
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 Indianapolis Colts |
 6. Peyton Manning (Auction: $16) |
There hasn't been a more consistently productive quarterback in the last decade than Manning. He's been a staple among the top 10 fantasy-point producers at his position, and he's showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, Manning recorded a career-best 4,700 passing yards in 2010. What makes that even more impressive is that he did it while several of his top offensive options were sidelined due to injuries. With a healthy core of receivers, including Dallas Clark, back and ready to roll, Manning should continue to thrive. However, be sure to keep tabs on his return from neck surgery, as Manning could be in danger of missing the start of the season. (Bye: Week 11)
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