11) Robert Griffin III, Washington Redskins, Bye 10
Robert Griffin III uses his mobility often to gain yardage and for all of us, gain fantasy points. Unfortunately, as we have seen before, Griffin III frequently gets injured when running. He is a huge risk, but could post some nice numbers when healthy.
ESPN ADP: QB9
FFC ADP: QB12
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
Robert Griffin III uses his mobility often to gain yardage and for all of us, gain fantasy points. Unfortunately, as we have seen before, Griffin III frequently gets injured when running. He is a huge risk, but could post some nice numbers when healthy.
ESPN ADP: QB9
FFC ADP: QB12
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
12) Phillip Rivers, San Diego Chargers, Bye 10
Phillip Rivers was a top quarterback last year, and his team only improved. Keenan Allen is now a top-notch wide receiver. Antonio Gates’ understudy, Ladarius Green, is now ready to take on a big role in the offense. The Chargers’ offensive line also got better and lastly, Rivers has upgraded coaching from last year. Rivers is an underrated commodity who has QB1 potential.
ESPN ADP: QB14
FFC ADP: QB14
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
13) Russell Wilson, Seattle Seahawks, Bye 4
Russell Wilson was the 8th best quarterback last year. He was consistent every game he played, which is what you look for in a starting quarterback. The bad news about Russell Wilson is that the Seahawks are a run first team. They also have the strongest defense causing them to be winning in most games. When the Seahawks are winning, they plan to run out the clock resulting in Wilson getting fewer opportunities.
ESPN ADP: QB11
FFC ADP: QB15
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
14) Colin Kaepernick, San Francisco 49ers, Bye 8
Colin Kaepernick is an inconsistent quarterback, but he is prone to great games. Aside from that, he needs to be solid in the air. Kaepernick is a great runner, and can gain you some points on the ground, but in order to be a starter quality quarterback, he needs to develop his consistency.
ESPN ADP: QB10
FFC ADP: QB13
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Overvalued
15) Nick Foles, Philadelphia Eagle, Bye 7
Nick Foles had a breakout year last year, with his incredible touchdown to interception ratio. In my opinion, that was a fluke year and there is a small chance that he can repeat his numbers. Foles lost Desean Jackson, the Eagles’ starting wideout last season. With Jeremy Maclin, an injury-prone wide receiver, as their best wide receiver, the Eagles’ receiving core is mediocre at best. A positive outcome of all of this is that the Eagles drafted Zach Ertz, a high potential tight end that can fill Brent Celek’s shoes.
ESPN ADP: QB7
FFC ADP: QB8
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Overvalued
16) Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers, Bye 12
Big Ben has a good connection with Antonio Brown, his prime wideout. He has a high upside which could be useful in the late rounds.
ESPN ADP: QB17
FFC ADP: QB17
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
17) Andy Dalton, Cincinnati Bengals, Bye 4
Andy Dalton now has to transition into a run heavy offense, rather than the passing offense that he had last year.
ESPN ADP: QB16
FFC ADP: QB16
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
18) Josh McCown, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Bye 7
Josh McCown had a great year in 2013 with Jeffery and Marshall. Vincent Jackson and Mike Evans play similarly to Jeffery and Marshall and they have the height too. He’s getting under drafted in many leagues.
ESPN ADP: QB24
FFC ADP: QB20
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
19) Ryan Tannehill, Miami Dolphins, Bye 5
The only thing that Tannehill needs is his deep throw accuracy. He missed so many opportunities with Mike Wallace. If he can connect and build a strong rapport with Wallace, he can be a strong backup. Until then, Tannehill has potential but it’s going to be exasperating if he doesn’t produce.
ESPN ADP: QB23
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
20) Carson Palmer, Arizona Cardinals, Bye 4
Carson has great receivers to work with this year. Michael Floyd and Andre Ellington are two players that can breakout! I can’t forget to mention Larry Fitzgerald, who is still at top 20 option.
ESPN ADP: QB22
FFC ADP: QB18
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
21) Eli Manning, New York Giants, Bye 8
Eli Manning looked done last season, and his preseason performances didn’t help. Chris Snee retired, and their offensive line is all out of shape. Things are looking down for the value of Manning.
ESPN ADP: QB18
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
22) Joe Flacco, Baltimore Ravens, Bye 11
Joe Flacco really doesn’t have any upside towards him, but he doesn’t have any floor. He’s just an average quarterback. His wide receivers aren’t anything special, and an old Steve Smith isn’t going to change much.
ESPN ADP: QB19
FFC ADP: QB19
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Overvalued
23) Jake Locker, Tennessee Titans, Bye 9
Jake Locker has enjoyed a nice preseason. If he can stay on the field, he’ll produce decent numbers. Unfortunately, durability issues are a big concern. He still has high upside wide receivers in Justin Hunter and Kendall Wright.
ESPN ADP: QB28
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
24) Alex Smith, Kansas City Chiefs, Bye 6
Alex Smith is a last resort option for QB2. He did pretty well last year, due to his schedule difficulty. This year looks like it’s going to be a lot tougher.
ESPN ADP: QB21
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
25) Ryan Fitzpatrick, Houston Texans, Bye 10
With Bill O’Brien coaching him, Fitzpatrick should perform better. However, his wide receivers are overrated and he’s not necessarily any good either way.
ESPN ADP: QB32
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
26) Geno Smith, New York Jets, Bye 11
Finally, we have Geno Smith. Geno Smith now has Eric Decker who was a star in the Bronco’s offense. Well, he’s not in Denver anymore. Decker has to set out to prove that he’s not Peyton Manning’s product. If Decker and Smith click mentally, Smith could rise.
ESPN ADP: QB25
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
Phillip Rivers was a top quarterback last year, and his team only improved. Keenan Allen is now a top-notch wide receiver. Antonio Gates’ understudy, Ladarius Green, is now ready to take on a big role in the offense. The Chargers’ offensive line also got better and lastly, Rivers has upgraded coaching from last year. Rivers is an underrated commodity who has QB1 potential.
ESPN ADP: QB14
FFC ADP: QB14
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
13) Russell Wilson, Seattle Seahawks, Bye 4
Russell Wilson was the 8th best quarterback last year. He was consistent every game he played, which is what you look for in a starting quarterback. The bad news about Russell Wilson is that the Seahawks are a run first team. They also have the strongest defense causing them to be winning in most games. When the Seahawks are winning, they plan to run out the clock resulting in Wilson getting fewer opportunities.
ESPN ADP: QB11
FFC ADP: QB15
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
14) Colin Kaepernick, San Francisco 49ers, Bye 8
Colin Kaepernick is an inconsistent quarterback, but he is prone to great games. Aside from that, he needs to be solid in the air. Kaepernick is a great runner, and can gain you some points on the ground, but in order to be a starter quality quarterback, he needs to develop his consistency.
ESPN ADP: QB10
FFC ADP: QB13
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Overvalued
15) Nick Foles, Philadelphia Eagle, Bye 7
Nick Foles had a breakout year last year, with his incredible touchdown to interception ratio. In my opinion, that was a fluke year and there is a small chance that he can repeat his numbers. Foles lost Desean Jackson, the Eagles’ starting wideout last season. With Jeremy Maclin, an injury-prone wide receiver, as their best wide receiver, the Eagles’ receiving core is mediocre at best. A positive outcome of all of this is that the Eagles drafted Zach Ertz, a high potential tight end that can fill Brent Celek’s shoes.
ESPN ADP: QB7
FFC ADP: QB8
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Overvalued
16) Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers, Bye 12
Big Ben has a good connection with Antonio Brown, his prime wideout. He has a high upside which could be useful in the late rounds.
ESPN ADP: QB17
FFC ADP: QB17
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
17) Andy Dalton, Cincinnati Bengals, Bye 4
Andy Dalton now has to transition into a run heavy offense, rather than the passing offense that he had last year.
ESPN ADP: QB16
FFC ADP: QB16
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
18) Josh McCown, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Bye 7
Josh McCown had a great year in 2013 with Jeffery and Marshall. Vincent Jackson and Mike Evans play similarly to Jeffery and Marshall and they have the height too. He’s getting under drafted in many leagues.
ESPN ADP: QB24
FFC ADP: QB20
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
19) Ryan Tannehill, Miami Dolphins, Bye 5
The only thing that Tannehill needs is his deep throw accuracy. He missed so many opportunities with Mike Wallace. If he can connect and build a strong rapport with Wallace, he can be a strong backup. Until then, Tannehill has potential but it’s going to be exasperating if he doesn’t produce.
ESPN ADP: QB23
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
20) Carson Palmer, Arizona Cardinals, Bye 4
Carson has great receivers to work with this year. Michael Floyd and Andre Ellington are two players that can breakout! I can’t forget to mention Larry Fitzgerald, who is still at top 20 option.
ESPN ADP: QB22
FFC ADP: QB18
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
21) Eli Manning, New York Giants, Bye 8
Eli Manning looked done last season, and his preseason performances didn’t help. Chris Snee retired, and their offensive line is all out of shape. Things are looking down for the value of Manning.
ESPN ADP: QB18
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
22) Joe Flacco, Baltimore Ravens, Bye 11
Joe Flacco really doesn’t have any upside towards him, but he doesn’t have any floor. He’s just an average quarterback. His wide receivers aren’t anything special, and an old Steve Smith isn’t going to change much.
ESPN ADP: QB19
FFC ADP: QB19
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Overvalued
23) Jake Locker, Tennessee Titans, Bye 9
Jake Locker has enjoyed a nice preseason. If he can stay on the field, he’ll produce decent numbers. Unfortunately, durability issues are a big concern. He still has high upside wide receivers in Justin Hunter and Kendall Wright.
ESPN ADP: QB28
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
24) Alex Smith, Kansas City Chiefs, Bye 6
Alex Smith is a last resort option for QB2. He did pretty well last year, due to his schedule difficulty. This year looks like it’s going to be a lot tougher.
ESPN ADP: QB21
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same
25) Ryan Fitzpatrick, Houston Texans, Bye 10
With Bill O’Brien coaching him, Fitzpatrick should perform better. However, his wide receivers are overrated and he’s not necessarily any good either way.
ESPN ADP: QB32
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Undervalued
26) Geno Smith, New York Jets, Bye 11
Finally, we have Geno Smith. Geno Smith now has Eric Decker who was a star in the Bronco’s offense. Well, he’s not in Denver anymore. Decker has to set out to prove that he’s not Peyton Manning’s product. If Decker and Smith click mentally, Smith could rise.
ESPN ADP: QB25
FFC ADP: N/A (Not in Top 20)
Overvalued/Undervalued/Same: Same