Filed under: Colts, Jaguars, Texans, Titans, AFC South

Fantasy football week is upon us once again. Each FanHouse NFL division writer used their keen insight to predict the top four fantasy football scorers at quarterback, running back, wide receiver and tight end.

QUARTERBACKS

1. Peyton Manning, Indianapolis: 4,000-4,500 yards, 29-33 touchdowns, 10-14 interceptions.

Manning last season passed for 4,500 yards and 33 touchdowns with 16 interceptions. What makes him a safe fantasy bet? He has thrown for more than 4,000 yards in 10 of 12 seasons, and the only time he didn’t since 1999 was 2005, when he played sparingly the final two games.

2. Matt Schaub, Houston: 4,200-4,700 yards, 26-30 touchdowns, 14-18 interceptions.

He’s ranked below Manning, but barely and only because he hasn’t done it as often. He doesn’t have Manning’s proven record of winning, but in the Texans‘ offense, he’s a solid bet for big fantasy numbers.

3. David Garrard, Jacksonville: 3,200-3,500 yards, 14-18 touchdowns, 10-12 interceptions.

Garrard could be perceived as a risk, but after going through a ton of offseason criticism, he has had two solid preseason games. He may not ever ever put up monster numbers in the Jaguars‘ offense, but he provides an added fantasy element as a runner.

4. Vince Young, Tennessee: 2,800-3,200 yards, 16-20 touchdowns, 14-16 interceptions.

Young’s a difficult proposition as a fantasy quarterback. He improved last season and has shown good command of the offense in the preseason, but the effectiveness of running back Chris Johnson in the Titans‘ offense could keep his fantasy numbers down.

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