1. Aaron Roders GB, 28 years old
The system, weapons, and talent will keep him a top this list heading into 2012.
2. Cam Newton Car, 23 years old
Newton has only scratched the surface of what he can do. Needs another weapon opposite of Smith, but imagine him with a full offseason with the same OC.
3. Drew Brees NO, 33 years old
Brees is a beast and has Graham, Colston, and Sproles. Will have to overcome the loss of Sean Payton for the season.
4. Tom Brady NE, 35 years old
Brady was as great as ever in 2011 and has two game changing TEs at his disposal. The addition of Brandon Lloyd will be an upgrade out wide. This offense could be even better in 2012.
5. Matthew Stafford Det, 24 years old
Showed he can be an elite QB if he can stay healthy for an entire season. Has a ton of weapons and is in a pass happy offense.
6. Philip Rivers SD, 30 years old
I still believe Rivers was hurt early this season as he came on strong. Norv coming back is not good for the Chargers, but good for Rivers fantasy value.
7. Eli Manning NYG, 31 years old
Cut down on turnovers and has a great young receiving core. Will continue to be an Eli-te option.
8. Robert Griffin III, 22 years old
Griffin lands in the ideal place with the Shannys and has a solid RB, TE, and possibilities out wide. Griffin will be a rushing/passing threat for years to come.
9. Tony Romo Dal, 32 years old
Should have no problem putting up big numbers with Austin, Witten, and Bryant. DeMarco Murray will solidify the running game.
10. Michael Vick Phi, 32 years old
I actually think Vick could be a great value this season as he should be ready for a bounce back season. He should still be good for another 2 years.
11. Josh Freeman TB, 24 years old
Terrible season, but will have a fresh start with a new coaching staff. Needs Mike Williams to rebound, but Vincent Jackson and the improvements on the OL will help Freeman bring it in 2012.
12. Matt Ryan Atl, 27 years old
Ryan was solid this season and has 2 stud WRs to get him to the next level.
13. Andrew Luck Ind, 23 years old
Luck is a special player with intangibles off the chart. The Colts have some nice weapons and he could be top 10 option sooner, rather than later.
14. Peyton Manning Den, 36 years old
If his neck holds up he will be a solid option for another 2-3 years with DT, Decker, and Tamme as targets.
15. Jake Locker Ten, 24 years old
I really can’t wait to see what Locker can bring to the table. Here’s hoping Kenny Britt gets back healthy so he can pair with Wright.
16. Jay Cutler Chi, 29 years old
Brandon Marshall makes him a great QB2 with upside.
17. Ben Roethlisberger Pit, 30 years old
Rumor is that the front offense wants more power running and a less pass-happy approach. I’ll believe it when I see it.
18. Andy Dalton Cin, 24
AJ Green is special. Now he has Sanu to run opposite. Dalton could take a big step in year 2.
19. Matt Schaub Hou, 31 years old
Should be good for another 2-3 years and still has AJ, Foster, and Daniels.
20. Joe Flacco Bal, 27 years old
I have never been a been a big Flacco fan, but I like the young TEs and especially WR Torrey Smith.
21. Carson Palmer Oak, 32 years old
Not sure if he will ever be the guy that was a fantasy stud, but has some exciting WRs if they can stay healthy.
22. Christian Ponder Min, 24 years old
Has all the tools with Percy Harvin and Kyle Rudolph. The Vikings need to find an outside threat.
23. Sam Bradford StL, 24 years old
The talent is there, but will need his new rookie skill players to step up.
24. Ryan Tannehill Mia, 24 years old
Tannehill has a ton of potential, but is raw and will need a few years/weapons to make s splash.


