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Greg Bromberg, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. Peyton Manning, QB, Indianapolis ($30): Manning's overall production decreased significantly last season, when he was auctioned off for $37. However, an off year for Manning is still a great year for most quarterbacks.

2. Reggie Bush, RB, New Orleans ($14): I'm excited to see what Bush can do, but I am a little concerned about his durability.

3. Tony Gonzalez, TE, Kansas City ($8): Gonzalez is one of the best players at his position and remains a favorite target of Trent Green.

4. Chester Taylor, RB, Minnesota ($6): I think I may have overpaid for Taylor, but I hope he proves me wrong.

5. Cedric Benson, RB, Chicago ($5): I'm gambling that Benson will win the starting position over Thomas Jones.

6. Todd Heap, TE, Baltimore ($5): A dependable player who will serve as a flex starter or backup to Gonzalez. I'm set at tight end.

7. Joe Horn, WR, New Orleans ($5): If Drew Brees works out well with the Saints, Horn will certainly be a benefactor.

8. Drew Brees, QB, New Orleans ($4): Brees will serve as my backup to Manning.

9. Braylon Edwards, WR, Cleveland ($4): When Edwards was healthy last season, I was really impressed with him. Stay healthy!

10. Ahman Green, RB, Green Bay ($3): For what I paid for him, I wasn't taking much of a risk on Green. He will battle Samkon Gado for playing time.

11. Kevan Barlow, RB, San Francisco ($2): Barlow will share time with Frank Gore this season. I'll only use him in an emergency.

12. Eric Moulds, WR, Houston ($2): Moulds won't see much playing time on my team. I may even drop him once free agency begins.

13. Mike Vanderjagt, K, Dallas ($2): A quality kicker whose leg is as accurate and strong as any player in the league.

14. Bears DST ($2): The best defense in the NFL last season will surely reward me on a weekly basis.

15. David Carr, QB, Houston ($1): If I need to fill a more pressing need, Carr will be the first to go.

16. Seahawks DST ($1): A quality backup defense that will serve me well when Chicago's defense hits its bye week.

Comments: I like my quarterbacks, tight ends, my two defensive teams and my kicker. I'm slightly concerned about my backfield and receiving coor. If Bush comes through for me, I'll be happy with that. My receivers are either inexperienced or past their prime. I will surely scan the free-agent wire in the early part of the season and try to upgrade at both positions. My favorite pick is Manning for obvious reasons. My worst pick was Carr because I just wasn't thinking! Of my competitors, I like Richard's team, which has a lot of versatility.

J. Darin Darst, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. Clinton Portis, RB, Washington ($30): After the elite backs -- LaDainian Tomlinson, Larry Johnson, Shaun Alexander -- Portis is right there. He's had four consecutive 1,000-yard seasons and quietly put up 1,516 yards and 11 TDs last season.

2. Rudi Johnson, RB, Cincinnati ($20): I'm amazed he went for only $20. He ran for 1,450 yards for the second straight year and scored 12 touchdowns. He is easily one of the 10 best running backs in the NFL and I couldn't belive nobody outbid me.

3. Marvin Harrison, WR, Indianapolis ($19): Still one of the best wide recievers in the league and should easily put up 1,000-plus yards and 10 touchdowns again.

4. Jamal Lewis, RB, Baltimore ($9): He didn't have the greatest of seasons in 2005, but he is still a starting running back. With Chester Taylor gone, I think I came away with a pretty good bargin.

5. Jake Delhomme, QB, Carolina ($6): He's not the first player I had in mind, but since he was so cheap, I figured I'd get a quarterback early who consistenly throws for 3,000 yards and 20-plus scores.

6. Michael Jenkins, WR, Atlanta ($3): It usually takes young receivers three years to finally break out in the NFL and that's what I'm banking on from Jenkins. He had some good games last year and finished with 508 yards and three touchdowns.

7. LenDale White, RB, Tennessee ($2): My supersleeper of the draft. I think White has a huge chip on his shoulder after slipping in the NFL Draft and I expect White to take over the starting job in Tennessee by midseason.

8. Ashley Lelie, WR, Denver ($2): Lelie is a big-play receiver, but had just one touchdown last season. With Rod Smith getting older, Lelie could finally be a consistent receiver

9. Heath Miller, TE, Pittsburgh ($2): After a very good rookie season, I expect big things from Miller, who had 459 yards receiving and six touchdowns last year. Miller will probably be Big Roethlisberger's No. 1 target on the goal line.

10. Byron Leftwich, QB, Jacksonville ($1): He is what he is -- a backup fantasy quarterback. He's not going to kill you if he need him in a pinch.

11. Marshall Faulk, RB, St. Louis ($1): Faulk might end up retiring, but if for some reason he has any legs left in him and can play, he could turn out as a viable option at the flex position.

12. Antwann Randle El, WR, Washington ($1): I don't expect much out of Randle El with the Redskins but figured if I needed him during bye weeks, he could end up racking up some fantasy points.

13. Troy Williamson, WR, Minnesota ($1): He has lots of speed, but didn't do much in his rookie year. For $1 he is worth the risk, especially if he can have a break out sophomore season.

14. Jeb Putzier, TE, Houston ($1): Putzier had a decent season last year with Denver, catching 37 passes for 481 yards. He was taken just an insurance in case Miller gets hurt.

15. Nate Kaeding, K, San Diego ($1): Everybody needs a kicker, so I grabbed one of the better ones for $1. Kaeding is 41-of-49 in field goals over the last two seasons.

16. Jaguars DST ($1): Not wanting to spend more than $1 on a defense, I grabbed Jacksonville, who allowed less than 17 points per game last season.

Comments: I'm very happy with most of my team, but my wide receivers are a little suspect. I went into the draft wanting at least two of the Top 10 running backs in the league and I accomplished that with Portis and Johnson. I'm very high on Miller and thought he was a steal at only $2. I probably overpaid for Jenkins, but I was hurting at wide receiver and figured I'd spend a little more to take a chance. White could be a steal if he can claim the starting job in Tennessee. Looking at the rest of the teams in the league, I really feel Gonos and Fabiano have the two best teams.

Ron Davis, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. Matt Hasselbeck, QB, Seattle ($13): Hasselbeck should have a solid season with his impressive weapons on offense and can be counted on when the matchup is right.

2. Willie Parker, RB, Pittsburgh ($11): He still has some durability concerns, but Parker should easily pass 1,200 yards rushing if he can remain healthy.

3. Darrell Jackson, WR, Seattle ($10): The addition of Nate Burleson should give him more single coverage. As long as his knee injury is nothing serious, Jackson should be a decent No.1 receiver.

4. Santana Moss, WR, Washington ($9): Coming off a nice season with 1,483 yards receiving and 10 touchdowns, Moss could be a steal if he can duplicate those numbers.

5. Plaxico Burress, WR, Giants ($7): His attitude off the field is a concern, but Burress is a playmaker and worth the risk.

6. Drew Bledsoe, QB, Dallas ($6): With the addition of Terrell Owens, I think Bledsoe becomes a Top-5 quarterback and a steal at $6.

7. Corey Dillon, RB, New England ($6): He's getting old and isn't as fast anymore, but Dillon could duplicate his touchdown totals as he gets goal-line carries.

8. Dominic Rhodes, RB, Indianapolis ($4): Tony Dungy rarely uses a rookie for the first half of the season and hopefully that applies to running back. Rhodes could be a nice sleeper pick if he carries the load this season.

9. Laurence Maroney, RB, New England ($4): He is insurance for Dillon.

12. Jason Witten, TE, N.Y. Giants ($4): I see him as a possible Top 3 tight end that could see more scoring opportunities with Owens in double coverage.

11. Michael Pittman, RB, Tampa Bay ($3): His value has decreased with Williams starting, but Pittman could still see some carries near the goal line.

12. Isaac Bruce, WR, St. Louis ($3): His production has decreased the past few seasons, but Bruce still has the potential to put up decent numbers in that offense if the matchup is right.

13. Colts DST ($2): The unit stays virtually intact from last season while adding more speed and hard hitters from the NFL Draft.

14. Chris Brown, RB, TEN ($1): Brown is still listed as the starter and could be a great value for the bye weeks or flex position unless LenDale White jumps ahead of him on the depth chart.

15. Alex Smith, TE, Tampa Bay ($1): He could be a breakout canidate with one year of experience under his belt.

16. Ryan Longwell, K, Minnesota ($1): He's been reliable in the past and now gets to kick in a dome.

Comments: I went into the draft trying not to overspend, but I became too frugal at times, which left me with Dillon as my No. 1 back. Parker will have to continue where he left off in the Super Bowl if I expect to make the playoffs. I wanted two good quarterbacks and felt like I got them in Hasselbeck and Bledsoe. Moss could be my best pick if he can duplicate his last season's totals. My worst pick is Jackson, who could be slowed by a knee injury, causing Burleson to become Hasselbeck's favorite. I think Richard has the team to beat with a solid pair of running backs and nice depth at every position.

Daniel E. Dobish, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. Terrell Owens, WR, Dallas ($23): Receivers are very important in this league and getting Owens for a very reasonable price gives my team a great start. We all know what he is capable of when he shows up and plays.

2. Larry Fitzgerald, WR, Arizona ($20): Fitzgerald is one of the most underrated receivers in the league. He will pair with T.O. to give me one of the top one-two punches from the receiver position.

3. Willis McGahee, RB, Buffalo ($14): This was an extremely risky pick due to the uncertain quarterback situation in Buffalo. If someone emerges to keep defenses honest, McGahee will be a steal.

4. Donovan McNabb, QB, Philadelphia ($10): The receivers on the Philadelphia roster are a little questionable, but a healthy Brian Westbrook and solid L.J. Smith will make McNabb dangerous again.

5. Reuben Droughns, RB, Cleveland ($9): Droughns gives my team a solid No. 1 running back for a decent value. If second-year quarterback Charlie Frye settles into a rhythm, it might be another big year for Droughns.

6. DeAngelo Williams, RB, Carolina ($7): Williams ate up yards in college at Memphis, and it is hard to imagine him not seizing the top job in Carolina with an injury-prone DeShaun Foster only standing in his way.

7. Kurt Warner, QB, Arizona ($5): For weeks when McNabb has a difficult matchup, it will be nice rolling out the former Super Bowl MVP to pair with Fitzgerland for the hook.

8. Kellen Winslow, TE, Cleveland ($3): After two seasons and just two games, it is time for Winslow to shine. For a mere three bucks, it was worth the risk that he comes along with.

9. Brad Johnson, QB, Minnesota ($1): Johnson was a winner down the stretch for the Vikings and he is surrounded by plenty of talent. If McNabb and Warner do not get it done, Johnson is a serviceable safety net.

10. Antonio Bryant, WR, San Francisco ($1): Bryant should emerge as the top receiver in San Francisco, although that might not necessarily mean much. He still possesses immense talent and can break through with an occasional 100-yard game.

11. Santonio Holmes, WR, Pittsburgh ($1): The rookie is having a tough time keeping his nose clean during the offseason, but he has tremendous upside if he is able to play without any interruptions.

12. Michael Clayton, WR, Tampa Bay ($1): Clayton was second among Tampa Bay receivers in yardage last season and has plenty of upside.

13. Dallas Clark, TE, Indianapolis ($1): Clark is a decent insurance policy just in case the injury-prone Winslow stumbles out of the chute or suffers another setback.

14. Doug Jolley, TE, N.Y. Jets ($1): Jolley’s future on this squad is likely not very long, but for a dollar it is not a terrible selection to fill out the roster.

15. Shayne Graham, K, Cincinnati ($1): The steady kicker for the Bengals was one of the most impressive Fantasy options at his position in 2005. For a single dollar, I got really lucky.

16. Ravens DST ($1): While the Ravens defense will not be dominant as in the past, there is no reason to believe they will not be among the Top 10. Plus, they get to play the Browns twice and that helps.

Comments: I like the look of my team, but a lot of things have to break right for me. Luckily, T.O. and McNabb cannot fight on the sidelines of this team to hinder each other’s performance. The key might be the success of the Arizona Cardinals. If Edgerrin James can open up the passing game, Warner and Fitzgerald are in store for big things. As far as my opponents, I like what Fabiano and Gonos were able to do. They have plenty of depth at running back, as well as decent receivers and serviceable quarterbacks.

Michael Fabiano, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. LaMont Jordan, RB, Oakland ($26): Jordan broke out last season and should continue to be a prominent offensive option for new head coach Art Shell. A versatile back who is also a solid receiver out of the backfield, Jordan should remain a solid No. 1 back.

2. Carnell Williams, RB, Tampa Bay ($24): I think Cadillac has 1,400-yard, 10-touchdown potential as an NFL sophomore, so I was thrilled to land him as a No. 2 back. Williams and Jordan will form one of the best backfield in this league.

3. Chad Johnson, Cincinnati ($18): Much depends on the health of Carson Palmer, but I think Johnson was still a real bargain for $18. He's a virtual lock to record 1,200-plus yards and eight to 10 touchdowns.

4. Eli Manning, QB, N.Y. Giants ($7): Manning should have his best statistical season as a pro and is a legitimate breakout candidate. He could be one of the best bargains in the draft.

5. Thomas Jones, RB, Chicago ($6): Benson could well start ahead of Jones, but Benson isn't as well-rounded and I think Jones is the better back at this point in time. As a No. 3 back, Jones was worth the $6 bid.

6. Vernon Davis, TE, San Francisco ($6): Despite questions at the quarterback position, I still think Davis as the potential to record 50-60 receptions, 500-plus yards and four to six touchdowns as a rookie.

7. Joey Galloway, WR, Tampa Bay ($4): I'm worried that Galloway will experience a decrease in production compared to the numbers he produced last season, but he was still worth a $4 bid.

8. Jon Kitna, QB, Detroit ($1): Kitna is a solid sleeper candidate and a nice bye-week fill-in for Manning in Week 4 -- Detroit faces St. Louis in what should be a shootout.

9. Vernand Morency, RB, Houston ($1): Morency was no more than a flier late in the auction. I think he has potential and Domanick Davis is brittle, so it was worth the buck.

10. Brandon Lloyd, WR, Washington ($1): Lloyd has 1,000-yard potential, but it could be difficult to achieve in a crowded Redskins pass attack.

11. Charles Rogers, WR, Detroit ($1): Rogers was worth the $1 bid, but he could end up on the waiver wire if he doesn't adjust his attitude.

12. Robert Ferguson, WR, Green Bay ($1): Another $1 flier wideout, Ferguson will start for the Packers and there's little competition on the roster.

13. Amani Toomer, WR, N.Y. Giants ($1): Toomer is far past his prime, but he did find the end zone seven times last season.

14. Jerramy Stevens, TE, Seattle ($1): Stevens was solid last season and is insurance should Davis fail to meet his rookie expectations.

15. Jason Elam, K, Denver ($1): Elam has been one of the league's most consistent and productive kickers, and his success should continue in 2006.

16. Broncos DST ($1): The Broncos have the potential to be a Top-5 defense next season.

Comments: I wanted to land at least two stud backs and one top-notch wide receiver, which I did in Jordan, Williams and Johnson. I think Manning was a nice bargain at $7, but I'll need Davis to be solid as a rookie and a wideout not named Johnson or Galloway to produce on a consistent level. The best choice I made was a tie between Manning based on price and Williams because I think he'll break out. The worst choice was a compilation -- I should have done better at the wide receiver position overall. The team to beat could be Gonos, who did well in most aspects of the auction.

Brian Flood, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. Edgerrin James, RB, Arizona ($25): I didn't want to spend huge money on the Big Three running backs and saved about $15 making Edge my No. 1 running back. I should still have a top five player at the position.

2. Antonio Gates, TE, San Diego ($14): In my opinion, Gates dominates his position more than any other player at their respective position. I made it a point to own him no matter what, but $14 was a little pricey. I might have preferred Chris Cooley for only $3.

3. Carson Palmer, QB, Cincinnati ($12): I probably overpaid for Palmer, but he was called up early and I didn't realize other quarterbacks would be such bargains. The offseason knee surgery scares me, but his upside is ridiculous.

4. Reggie Wayne, WR, Indianapolis ($12): Hopefully his stats will resemble those of his monster 2004 season once again. If not, Wayne will still be worthy of 12 bucks. He's good for at least 1,000-plus yards and 6-plus touchdowns either way.

5. Kevin Jones, RB, Detroit ($6): He was a trendy pick last season that underperformed. Hopefully everyone was a year off, and Jones will emerge as my best bargain. P.S. -- Tighe paid $17 for him in this league last season.

6. Andre Johnson, WR, Houston ($5): New head coach Gary Kubiak should help Johnson's career. The addition of Moulds will help him. Sounds like a steal at $5. He has the skills and opportunity to be an elite Fantasy receiver.

7. Philip Rivers, QB, San Diego ($4): I'm not going to lie. I only own Rivers because Dave Richard has a man-crush on him and I was trying to bid him up. It didn’t work.

8. Deuce McAllister, RB, New Orleans ($4): He's recovering from a torn ACL and has a future mega star to share carries with. That said, Deuce was considered an elite back as recently as last season. It's worth $4 to hope he bounces back.

9. Neil Rackers, K, Arizona ($4): I had enough money left to snag the No. 1 kicker, in my opinion, so I went for it. I've never dropped more than a buck on a kicker before but hopefully it pays off.

10. Ron Dayne, RB, Denver ($3): Any Denver running back that is healthy enough to walk is easily worth $3. You never know which one will explode.

11. Duce Staley, RB, Pittsburgh ($3): I like to load my bench up with veteran running backs that might get an opportunity to perform. He should get goal-line carries all season and is a Willie Parker injury away from being the featured back on a great team.

12. Keenan McCardell, WR, San Diego ($3): At the stage in the auction when I landed McCardell, I thought he was the best receiver on the board. I needed another starting wideout, so I was thrilled to land him at $3. He'll show up to play every week and put up terrific numbers on occasion.

13. Matt Jones, WR, Jacksonville ($2): Jones is an athletically gifted freak that should put up monster numbers if he continues to develop as a receiver. This is my best value pick.

14. Chris Perry, RB, Cincinnati ($1): If Rudi Johnson gets hurt (anything can happen), Perry will instantly become a Fantasy stud.

15. Cedric Houston, RB, N.Y. Jets ($1): When Curtis Martin gets hurt or old or whatever … welcome to the Cedric Houston show.

16. Giants DST ($1): Offseason additions combined with the growth of Osi Umenyiora should make the G-Men a nice Fantasy defense this season.

Comments: I'm pretty happy with my squad, although many of my players are high risk/ high reward. I need two backs other than Edge to step up, but I think I have enough depth for it happen. If I bought Cooley for $3, as opposed to Gates for $14, I would have been able to afford Chad Johnson instead of Wayne. I can't decide which pair I'd prefer -- but I love Chad. Darst and Gonos have nice teams, but I think Dobish could be amazing if T.O., McGahee, DeAngelo Williams and McNabb all do what they're capable of.

Dave Gladow, NFL.com
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	1. Brian Westbrook, RB, Philadelphia ($18): It's all about health with Westbrook. When on the field, he puts up numbers worthy of any first-round pick. He finished with 1,233 total yards with seven touchdowns in just 12 games last year.

2. Tom Brady, QB, New England ($17): With Palmer an injury risk, Brady is the second-best option at quarterback behind Peyton Manning.

3. Tatum Bell, RB, Denver ($17): With just one start last year, Bell still rushed for 921 yards and eight touchdowns. He'll have to increase his receiving totals and fend off Dayne, however.

4. Anquan Boldin, WR, Arizona ($17): Boldin was an elite player last year and tore things up down the stretch, with only one single-digit scoring game in his last eight.

5. Fred Taylor, RB, Jacksonville ($6): Always an injury risk, Taylor has missed action in seven games over the past two years.

6. T.J. Houshmandzadeh, WR, Cincinnati ($6): Houshmandzadeh has notched at least 73 catches and at least 956 yards the last two seasons.

7. Jeremy Shockey, TE, N.Y. Giants ($6): Always a threat for big reception totals, Shockey has improved as a red-zone threat over the last two years with 13 touchdowns.

8. Jake Plummer, QB, Denver ($2): Despite the Broncos' selection of Jay Cutler in the draft, Plummer, for the short term, is still the man in Denver.

9. Samkon Gado, Green Bay ($2): Reports have been so-so on Gado's adjustment to the new regime in Green Bay, but he's still the healthiest back the Packers have.

10. Eddie Kennison, WR, Kansas City ($2): His age will eventually catch up with him, but Kennison has quietly posted back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons in Kansas City.

11. Joe Jurevicious, WR, Cleveland ($2): With Braylon Edwards and Winslow nursing injuries, Jurevicious has a chance to develop some chemistry with Charlie Frye.

12. Jonathan Wells RB, free agent ($1): Wells produced for Houston last season and should get a look somewhere.

13. Kevin Curtis, WR, St. Louis ($1): Curtis emerged last season with 801 yards and six touchdowns, but the healthy return of Isaac Bruce and a new offensive system may cut into his chances.

14. Ben Troupe, TE, Tennessee ($1): The quarterback situation in Tennessee is a concern, but Troupe will be a top option for whoever is throwing the ball.

15. Jay Feely, K, N.Y. Giants ($1): With plenty of offensive weapons, the Giants should continue to give Feely scoring opportunities.

16. Cowboys DST ($1): There's lots of talented youth and speed on this defense, and the 'Boys just added another piece to the puzzle with rookie linebacker Bobby Carpenter.

Comments: Overall, I've got a nice, balanced team. My strategy was to get four high-end players -- preferably two backs, a quarterback and a receiver -- and I feel I accomplished that. Bell and Westbrook are both gambles, but if they pan out, I'm going to be right there at the end. Brady was the surest thing other than Peyton Manning at quarterback, and Boldin is an elite receiver. I also ended up with Shockey, who I rate as the second-best tight end in fantasy football.The best team on paper looks to be Gonos', as he has fantastic running back depth and no real weaknesses. Fabiano also did a nice job.

David Gonos, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. Steven Jackson, RB, St. Louis ($29): After the Big Three (Tomlinson, Johnson, Alexander), the next tier of backs all run together in my mind, so I chose the youngest, with the most upside. Marshall Faulk is all but retired and new head coach Scott Linehan will lean on Jackson heavily.

2. Julius Jones, RB, Dallas ($15): The addition of Owens to the offense should open up holes for the Cowboys' running game, although they could lose some red-zone touchdowns to the star receiver. I insured this pick by grabbing Marion Barber later in the draft.

3. Chris Chambers, WR, Miami ($11): Once Daunte Culpepper returns, Chambers will finally have a solid quarterback throwing him the ball. Consider that he has scored 29 touchdowns over the past three seasons with Gus Frerotte, A.J. Feeley and Jay Fielder and you'll realize he's headed for big numbers.

4. Hines Ward, WR, Pittsburgh ($9): Obviously, Ben Roethlisberger's injuries affect Ward's value greatly, but since I saved cash at quarterback and have a solid No. 1 wideout in Chambers, I figured I could gamble $9 on Ward. He's averaged 1,000-plus yards and nine touchdowns over the past four seasons.

5. Roy Williams, WR, Detroit ($8): With Kitna at the helm, a proven veteran quarterback, and Mike Martz as his offensive coordinator, Williams is easily the No. 1 target in Motown and should explode in his third season.

6. Warrick Dunn, RB, Atlanta ($8): Dunn has combined for 3,000 yards and 13 touchdowns for the Falcons. He'll be their No. 1 man again and as my third running back, he was a steal as the 22nd-most expensive running back in the auction.

7. Drew Bennett, WR, Tennessee ($4): Bennett had a tough season in 2005, but with a healthy thumb and knee, I see Bennett producing much better numbers as my No. 4 wideout. He's really a $1 player, but he was my last chosen and I didn't want to leave money on the table.

8. Michael Vick, QB, Atlanta ($3): Vick's knee is completely healed and 25-28 total touchdowns is possible if he can keep his interceptions down and his receivers mature. I made sure to back him up with a better-than-average backup though, in Aaron Brooks.

9. Ben Watson, TE, New England ($3): Watson started to come on in the second half of last year. His strength, speed and soft hands should translate into a breakout season as the Patriots begin to use Daniel Graham more as a blocker.

10. Marion Barber, RB, Dallas ($2): For just 17 percent of my auction salary cap, I was able to acquire Bill Parcells' starting back, either Jones or Barber. The pair rushed for 1,500 yards last season.

11. Muhsin Muhammad, WR, Chicago ($2): Whether Rex Grossman stays healthy or Brian Griese steps in, Muhammad should have a nice quarterback under center. A return to 1,400-yards receiving is not in the cards, but 900 yards and six to eight touchdowns will be nice as my bye-week replacement receiver.

12. Buccaneers DST ($2): Each season seems like the one that the Bucs will age beyond their usefulness for owners, and each season, defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin comes through. They have averaged 18 interceptions, 12 fumble recoveries and 39 sacks over the past three seasons.

13. Aaron Brooks, QB, Oakland ($1): Vick's cousin went from a hurricane-ravaged situation in New Orleans to a pass-happy offense in Oakland. He'll now have Randy Moss, one of the best receivers over the past decade, on the other end of his passes. And don't forget LaMont Jordan, who led all running backs with 70 receptions last season.

14. Greg Jones, RB, Jacksonville ($1): He's useless if Fred Taylor stays healthy -- but that's like saying you wouldn't need suntan lotion on the equator if it wasn't so sunny.

15. Ernest Wilford, WR, Jacksonville ($1): With Jimmy Smith out of the equation, Wilford could step up and take hold of the top receiver position in Jacksonville. He's a big play receiver that will serve me well as a $1 player.

16. Josh Brown, K, Seattle ($1): No other kicker came within a field goal of Brown's 56 extra points last season, due to the Seahawks' stellar offense. Considering the team added Nate Burleson, this offense could actually become even better.

Comments: I think I did well overall in the auction, but normally I like to wait a little longer, allowing money to run off the board, before grabbing my running backs. I wasn't going to allow Jackson to go for less than $30 and landed him for $29. I think getting Julius Jones and Barber for $17 total was a positive -- if you get Jones, you have to insure him with Barber. I think Watson was my worst pick -- I think I could have landed him for a buck. I think Fabiano has the best team -- He has solid backs and receivers, not to mention a quarterback and tight end with big upside.

Sergio Gonzalez, CBS SportsLine.com
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	1. Tiki Barber, RB, N.Y. Giants ($29): Barber is such a huge part of the Giants offense that he’ll certainly be among the top total-yard gainers in the league. Health is an issue for the 31-year-old back, but he’s been one of the most reliable Fantasy running backs over the last couple of seasons.

2. Steve Smith, WR, Carolina ($19): The top Fantasy wide receiver last season, Smith will once again be among the league leaders in yardage and touchdowns. The addition of Keyshawn Johnson will force defenses to play more man defense on Smith, creating some open space for the speedster.

3. Joseph Addai, RB, Indianapolis ($12): If Addai can earn the starting gig over the summer, he’ll see a ton of carries this season. The Colts like to use one running back most of the time and Addai could inherit a healthy amount of short-yardage touchdowns.

4. Brett Favre, QB, Green Bay ($6): Favre wouldn’t have come back if he didn’t think he still had it in him. What exactly is left in the tank is uncertain, but he is certainly capable of having a great statistical season under the right circumstances.

5. Alge Crumpler, TE, Atlanta ($6): Crumpler is one of the more consistent tight ends in the NFL and Vick will continue to look to him until a wide receiver can emerge as his go-to-guy.

6. Nate Burleson, WR, Seattle ($5): Burleson will be starting at split end for the Seahawks and the fact that Darrell Jackson’s health may be an issue at this point of his career could bode well for Burleson as a sleeper.

7. Lee Evans, WR, Buffalo ($4): Despite a questionable quarterback situation in Buffalo, Evans remains the team’s No.1 receiver.

8. Trent Green, QB, Kansas City ($3): Green should offer more of the same this season, meaning he should once again be a steady yet unimpressive Fantasy quarterback. At least you know what you can expect from him each week.

9. Donte Stallworth, WR, New Orleans ($3): With Horn out of the picture through much of last season, Stallworth became the team’s No. 1 option. The addition of Brees could bode well for the speedy receiver. He’ll likely fluctuate between being a No. 2 or 3 Fantasy receiver this season.

10. Keyshawn Johnson, WR, Dallas ($3): Johnson should benefit from the presence of Steve Smith and once again be useful as an occasional No. 3 receiver or flex option.

11. David Givens, WR, Tennessee ($2): Givens finds himself in a much more Fantasy-conducive situation in Tennessee than he ever did in New England. He could be considered a No. 2 Fantasy receiver at some point this season.

12. Brandon Jacobs, RB, N.Y. Giants ($1): Jacobs is no more than an insurance policy for Barber owners at this point, but his short-yardage touchdowns make him semi-useful as a bye-week replacement.

13. Brandon Stokley, WR, Indianapolis ($1): Stokely isn’t a steady option, but any receiver in the Colts offense is worthy of a bye-week replacement.

14. David Akers, K, Philadelphia ($1): Akers had some injury issues in 2006, causing him to miss four games, but he remains one of the more reliable Fantasy kickers.

15. Falcons DST ($1): The Falcons made some nice additions in the offseason and they head into the season as a potential No. 1 unit in all formats.

16. Dolphins DST ($1): The days when Miami’s defense was a top Fantasy option may be over, but they aren’t too shabby as an occasional play based on matchups.

Comments: Overall, I think my team will be far too dependent on the health of a 31-year-old back (Barber) and the emergence of a rookie (Addai). I think Steve Smith will be a huge asset, but I may look to trade him to add some depth if the right offer comes along. I like the selection of Burleson, who has sleeper potential, but Addai for $12 might have been a bit much. Flood has the overall depth that I feel a team in this type of format requires. His team is well represented at every position and should be a contender in our league.

Peter Madden, CBS SportsLine.com
	Player
	1. LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, San Diego ($42): Some like Larry Johnson, others prefer Shaun Alexander. Personally, I think L.T. comes with the lowest risk. Is he worthy of being the most expensive player on the board? If you want him, what’s an extra buck or two?

2. Ronnnie Brown, RB, Miami ($23): No Ricky Williams means the job is all his in Miami. An improved offense coupled with a year of experience makes him a prime breakout candidate.

3. Steve McNair, QB, Baltimore ($5): Reunited with Derrick Mason and on a better team with a better running game, McNair could have a renaissance season with the Ravens.

4. Deion Branch, WR, New England ($5): Without question Brady’s go-to guy with David Givens out of the mix, Branch should find the end zone more this season.

5. Ben Roethlisberger, QB, Pittsburgh ($3): Sure, the offseason accident and recovery is a concern, but he’ll be there in Week 1 and could be ready to put up serious numbers.

6. Curtis Martin, RB, N.Y. Jets ($3): The tank is approaching empty, but for three bucks the risk was worth it. Martin should be a solid No. 3 running back in Fantasy.

7. Rod Smith, WR, Denver ($3): Ageless veteran continues to prove the skeptics wrong, producing at a high level despite his advanced age. Should have one more good season left in him.

8. Terry Glenn, WR, Dallas ($3): Will take a backseat to Terrell Owens, but will still get enough balls thrown his way to be productive. Will also see plenty of single coverage with you-know-who on the other side.

9. Adam Vinatieri, K, Indianapolis ($2): Half of his games indoors on the league’s most prolific offense coupled with his own drive to justify the big contract will make him the most productive Fantasy kicker in 2006.

10. Redskins DST ($2): Performed very well last year for coordinator Gregg Williams. One of the few sure bets among defenses heading into 2006.

11. Travis Henry, RB, Tennessee ($1): Sure, the backfield in crowded in Tennessee with Chris Brown and rotund rookie LenDale White, but here’s a dollar hoping he wins the job or gets dealt elsewhere to get ample carries.

12. Lee Suggs, RB, Cleveland ($1): Will he ever remain healthy and be a productive pro? Expectations are low, both for the Browns and for this owner.

13. Derrick Blaylock, RB, N.Y. Jets ($1): Simply insurance for Martin, who may or may not be shot at 33. Either way, he should see more than his share of carries in ’06.

14. Reggie Brown, WR, Philadelphia ($1): The opportunity is there for him to emerge as McNabb’s main target in the pass attack. Showed flashes of what he could be capable of in 2005.

15. Jermaine Wiggins, TE, Minnesota ($1): Underappreciated performer who battles with inconsistency at times, but he came on the cheap and has the potential to be a steal.

16. Bubba Franks, TE, Green Bay ($1): Veteran has his moments and with Brett Favre back for another go-round, the upside far outweighs the risk.

Comments: Running backs are the key to success, so in an auction format where an owner has the ability to secure whatever player they desire, why not land one of the Big Three? The beauty of auctions is that if you covet a player, he’s yours. That was the case with L.T. Johnson has never completed a full season and may have Holmes to deal with and Alexander’s numbers have to drop (now that he’s not playing for a contract). I was happy to get McNair and Big Ben for $8 total. Ronnie Brown may turn out to be the best back in Fantasy Football in 2006. Call it a hunch. Gonos has the team to beat.

Dave Richard, CBS SportsLine.com
	Player
	1. Larry Johnson, RB, Kansas City ($39): I wanted to get at least one big-name running back, and $39 was a more-than-fair price. Johnson is our top-ranked player this year.

2. Randy Moss, WR, Oakland ($17): OK, maybe I paid for a reputation, but Moss is still a phenomenal threat that should resurge in 2006.

3. Domanick Davis, RB, Houston ($14): Not a terrible price to pay for a full-time starting running back. I owe Houston a fruit basket for not taking Reggie Bush.

4. Derrick Mason, WR, Baltimore ($6): My worst purchase considering Branch, Horn and Andre Johnson went for $5 each. He should still get over 1,000 yards, though.

5. Marc Bulger, QB, St. Louis ($5): This made my team. When I realized all the other teams had a quarterback and he was still floating out there, I had to get him.

6. Frank Gore, RB, San Francisco ($4): Had to take a chance on a potential starter for only four bills. Gore has lots of risk-reward potential.

7. Randy McMichael, TE, Miami ($3): I don’t like playing with a subpar tight end, so spending a bit for Randy Mac seemed like a good move.

8. Koren Robinson, WR, Minnesota ($2): This will be a big year for Robinson personally – if he can stay focused on the field, he’ll return to prominent status.

9. Panthers DST ($2): I love the Panthers defense, and they have a late bye-week to boot. Spending two bills wasn’t a problem.

10. Mark Brunell, QB, Washington ($1): I picked up Brunell before getting Bulger, but he would have been a decent option had I missed getting my starter.

11. T.J. Duckett, RB, Atlanta ($1): Whether he’s traded or not, Duckett’s a plow who should come up with some touchdowns in 2006.

12. Ryan Moats, RB, Philadelphia ($1): When’s the last time Westbrook made it through a full season? Oh, never? Moats could be great trade bait.

13. Maurice Drew, RB, Jacksonville ($1): Anyone who backs up a running back nicknamed "Fragile Fred" is a good pick. It doesn’t hurt that he’s smart and talented, either.

14. Roddy White, Atlanta ($1): A potential No. 1 receiver for a playoff contender for a dollar? This is better than a fast food value menu!

15. Mark Clayton, WR, Baltimore ($1): I nominated him early and picked him up for a song. Had he slipped, he probably would have gone for more.

16. Jeff Wilkins, K, St. Louis ($1): I needed a kicker, and the Rams should move the ball. Need I explain further?

Comments: My team needed Bulger for $5 in order to be competitive. Now I can enter the season with a reliable passer, two very capable runners (with depth), a pool of quality receivers, a good enough tight end and a terrific defense. Is it wrong for me to feel like I got Johnson for a steal at $39? As for my opponents, I think Darst did the best. Not only does he have three quality running backs in Portis, Rudi Johnson and Jamal Lewis, but he’s also tabbed Harrison. I doubt anyone else in the country playing in a 12-team league will have all four of those beasts.

Tommy Tighe, CBS SportsLine.com
	Player
	1. Shaun Alexander, RB, Seattle ($39): Alexander was an absolute statistical beast last season, and it's hard to argue paying $39 when you consider his level of production. He's the cornerstone of this team.

2. Torry Holt, WR, St. Louis ($18): Holt is a lock to produce 1,300-plus yards and eight to 10 touchdowns season in and season out, and he'll continue to be a solid No. 1 wideout under new head coach Scott Linehan.

3. Javon Walker, WR, Denver ($7): Walker could be a steal if he regains his impressive 2004 form, but he needs to prove confident in his surgically-repaired knee. He's a nice No. 2 or 3 wideout regardless.

4. Donald Driver, WR, Green Bay ($7): Once Walker was traded to Denver, Driver's value went through the roof. He'll be the favorite target of Favre and a solid No. 2 or 3 wideout on this roster.

5. Daunte Culpepper, QB, Miami ($5): Sure his injured knee and struggles last season are a concern, but I'll take the risk for a mere $5. This could be a nice bargain.

6. Priest Holmes, RB, Kansas City ($4): Who knows if he'll even come back to the Chiefs, but Holmes is a nice reserve and could be valuable should Larry Johnson be injured.

7. DeShaun Foster, RB, Carolina ($4): Injuries are a concern, but Foster can be solid when he's 100 percent. He's a potential flex starter on this roster.

8. Jerry Porter, WR, Oakland ($4): Porter has never reached 1,000 yards in a season, but he's a touchdown machine in an offense that has the potential to be explosive.

9. Laveranues Coles, WR, N.Y. Jets ($3): Coles was awful last season and the Jets have a ton of questions, but Coles was worth the price as a reserve and occasional starter.

10. Chris Cooley, TE, Washington ($3): Cooley posted enormous numbers last season, so I was shocked to land him for $3. He should be solid as a starter.

11. L.J. Smith, TE, Philadelphia ($1): Smith broke out last season and posted nice totals, so a $1 price works well. He'll be a backup behind Cooley.

12. Billy Volek, QB, Tennessee ($1): Volek is the starter in Tennessee after the trade of McNair to Baltimore, so he was worth the $1 bid as a low-end sleeper.

13. Mike Anderson, RB, Baltimore ($1): Anderson has no chance to duplicate last season's numbers, but he should still see some goal-line carries.

14. Mewelde Moore, RB, Minnesota ($1): In the event that Chester Taylor fails as the featured back in Minnesota, Moore could become a useful option.

15. Lawrence Tynes, K, Kansas City ($1): Tynes is underrated and should no doubt be a solid starter across the board.

16. Steelers DST ($1): The Steelers defense was a big reason the team won Super Bowl XL, and it's a Top 5 unit in fantasy football headed into this season.

Comments: I think this team will be one of the more competitive in the league. I'll need Foster to step up and become a solid No. 2 back behind Alexander, but the questions I have in the backfield are eased a bit because of the depth I was able to compile at wide receiver. With Holt, Walker, Driver, Porter and Coles on this roster, I have some nice starters and a few potential trade possibilities if I need to make a move. The best value pick has to be Cooley for $3, but Culpepper for $5 could also be a steal. The worst move could be not getting a better backup for Culpepper. I think Gonos did a nice job in the auction and could be the team to beat.