Fantasy points based upon standard scoring system – passing touchdowns = 4 pts, rushing touchdowns = 6 pts, 25 passing yards = 1 point, 10 rush/receiving yards = 1 point

1. Jeremiah Masoli, Oregon (JR) – Bye: 7 – No. 15 overall QB
Versatility is the name of Masoli's game. He is the leader of the offense from day one in 2009 after starting last season as the fifth stringer. He is a big, strong competitor who engineered the most productive offense in Oregon history — setting team records for touchdowns, total points and total offense. The development of Masoli, in only his first year in the program, was evident with only one interception and 14 touchdowns in his final four starts of the year. His fantasy ceiling was on display during the 42-31 win over Oklahoma State in Holiday Bowl. Going toe-to-toe with Zac Robinson, Masoli threw for 258 yards, rushed for another 106 and scored four total touchdowns (three rushing). He could be a legit QB1 if you miss out on one of the top-7 first rounders.

2008 stats: 204.14 fantasy pts
Passing: 1,744 yds, 13 TDs, 5 INTs
Rushing: 718 yds, 10 TDs

2. Jake Locker, Washington (JR) – Byes: 9, 12 – No. 24 overall QB
The fantasy hype for Locker heading into '08 drafts was sky high. Owners were certainly disappointed when he broke his thumb midway through the fourth game of the year. His 2,062 yards passing, 986 yards rushing and 27 total touchdowns (13 rushing) from his freshman season two years ago are a more likely target for 2009 — assuming he stays healthy. Also, the '09 version of the Husky offense should feature vastly more talent than the '07 edition. Tailback Chris Polk, receivers D'Andre Goodwin and Jermaine Kearse and even tight end Kavario Middleton will supply Locker with plenty of options. Let's not forget that his new head coach, Steve Sarkisian, is an offensive guru by trade. With a defense that has set school records for points allowed in two consecutive seasons, Locker could be throwing a lot this fall. He should slip on draft day due to his injury, so he could be a steal in the middle rounds of any draft.

2008 stats: 60.48 fantasy pts
Passing: 512 yds, TD
Rushing: 183 yds, 3 TDs

3. Aaron Corp, USC (SO) – Byes: 6, 12 – No. 44 overall QB
Corp is a bit of a crap shoot at this point in time, but if he gets the starting gig, he will not disappoint. He will be looking over his shoulder at super frosh Matt Barkley — who has already been ordained by 'The Hair' as a first round pick in 2012. Corp, too, was a highly touted recruit and has all the skills needed to succeed in the pressure packed role of Trojan starter. He certainly will not have a lack of talent around him. A stacked offensive line, clogged backfield and big, athletic pass catchers will give Corp ample opportunity to post big fantasy numbers this fall. He will have to hold off the hard charging Barkley and Arkansas transfer Mitch Mustain though. As a late rounder, Corp could dramatically out perform his draft position.
 
2008 stats: 0.56 fantasy pts
Passing: 14 yds
Rushing: --

4. Matt Scott, Arizona  (SO) – Byes: 5, 9 – No. 53 overall QB
Its not easy to replace 9,211 yards, 67 touchdowns and the first bowl appearance since 1998, but that is what Scott is attempting to do this season. As one of the most highly-touted quarterback recruits in school history and with superior athleticism, we give the edge to Scott in the position battle with Nick Foles. It is likely to take place throughout the summer, so whoever shows the most leadership ability will win the job and subsequently post solid fantasy numbers. With talent in the backfield and big Rob Gronkowski working the middle of the field, Scott should have a chance to be an adequate fantasy spot starter — or maybe even more.

2008 stats: 38.16 fantasy pts
Passing: 84 yds, TD
Rushing: 188 yds, 2 TDs

5. Sean Canfield, Oregon State (SR) – Byes: 7, 13 – No. 64 overall QB
The Beaver quarterback situation is in wait and see mode. Last season's starter Lyle Moevao underwent surgery on his throwing shoulder and it turned out to be much worse than expected. He missed all of the spring and lost ground in the battle. If he cannot return, its Canfield's job. He is not without experience, however, as he started nine games in 2007 and two (both wins) last season in Moevao's absence. The Rodgers' brothers create a unique offensive duo that will keep defenses honest and potentially allow for decent fantasy production from the quarterback spot. Until word is out on Moevao's condition, Canfield is a sound fill-in.
   
2008 stats: 48.12 fantasy pts
Passing: 703 yds, 6 TDs, 2 INTs
Rushing: --

6. Kevin Riley, Cal (JR) – Byes: 6, 13 – No. 65 overall QB
Only Jeremiah Masoli of Oregon returns with more fantasy points among Pac-10 quarterbacks on his 2008 resume. However, no one has a more publicized blunder than Riley either. He is used to battling for playing time as he twice wrestled the job from Nate Longshore last year, so he should be prepared for his position battle with Brock Mansion. This experience should give him the starting nod and he should be more consistent in '09. A stellar ground game featuring stud tailback Jahvid Best will take some pressure off, but still with a largely unproven receiving corp around him, the upside for Riley is very minimal.

2008 stats: 109.28 fantasy pts
Passing: 1,360 yds, 14 TDs, 6 INTs
Rushing: --

7. Andrew Luck, Stanford (FR) – Bye: 9 – No. 79 overall QB
It might a bit of a surprise to see a player who has not taken a snap in his collegiate career wrestle the job away from the incumbent starter, but that is what Andrew Luck has potentially done to Tavita Pritchard. Luck was the No. 5 rated quarterback in the 2008 class and was No. 43 in the 2008 Athlon Consensus 100. He hails from Houston, Texas so he knows the game of football and head coach Jim Harbaugh hand picked him to run his offense. With Toby Gerhart the only real offensive threat returning, it should take time before we start to see fantasy returns from Luck. That is nothing to say about wins and loses, however.

2008 stats: none

8. Kevin Prince, UCLA (FR) – Bye: 4
Unfortunately for Bruins fans, it has been a long time since Prince has taken a snap in a meaningful game. He missed most (all but one game) of his senior season with a knee injury and then proceeded to redshirt his first year in Westwood. He has shown promise with a big arm and showed poise when he beat out freshman Richard Brehaut in spring ball. There will be plenty of growing pains but with a quarterback friendly coach calling the shots and plenty of young talent to throw too, Prince could make a fantasy impact late in the year. Of course, anything will be better than the 7:20 touchdown-interception ratio of last year's Bruin signal caller.

2008 stats: none

9. Danny Sullivan, Arizona State (SR) – Bye: 2
Head coach Dennis Erickson gave Sullivan a vote of confidence by naming him the starter after spring ball, but it is a tenuous situation at best. The massive (6-4, 242) signal caller was not efficient in spot duty last season (34% completion rate) and isn't particularly mobile. He does have experience and that should get him into the starting line-up — at least for week one. The leash could be short but Sullivan should have every opportunity to lose the job before Erickson switches to Samson Szakacy or freshman Brock Osweiler. This is another situation to avoid on draft day but keep an eye on through the first couple of weeks of action.

2008 stats: 4.08 fantasy pts
Passing: 151 yds, TD, 2 INTs
Rushing: --

10. Marshall Lobbestael, Washington State (SO) – Bye: 7
One of the only bright spots of the entire 2008 campaign was Lobbestael's 9 of 12 for 149 yards and two touchdown performance against Portland State. Okay, it was in mop-up duty against a non-FBS opponent but Cougar fans take what they can get at this point. Despite hurting his knee and missing the second half of the season, Lobbestael figures to be the guy as anything is better than Kevin Lopina's 0:11 touchdown-interception ratio. There is something to be said about a fantasy quarterback who could be playing with a double digit deficit every game — just not much at this point.

2008 stats: 77.46 fantasy pts
Passing: 571 yds, 4 TDs, 4 INTs
Rushing: --

11. Matt Barkley, USC (FR)
The signal caller of the future could take over if Corp is ineffective.

12. Lyle Moevao, Oregon State (SR)
Incumbent starter is dealing with surgery and could regain the job if healthy.

13. Nick Foles, Arizona (SO)
Will likely lose battle with Scott but has an outside shot at starting.

14. Brock Mansion, Cal (SO)
One more end-game foley from Riley and it could be time to move into the Mansion.

15. Mitch Mustain, USC (JR)
Physically very gifted but has been passed by both younger players.

16. Samson Szakacsy, Arizona State (SO)
17. Brock Osweiler, Arizona State (FR)
18. Tavita Pritchard, Stanford (SR)
19. Darron Thomas, Oregon (SO)
20. Kevin Craft, UCLA (SR)
21. Richard Brehaut, UCLA (FR)
22. Kevin Lopina, Washington State (SR)
23. Ronnie Fouch, Washington (SO)
24. Nate Costa, Oregon (JR)
25. J.T. Levenseller, Washington State (SO)

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