A year ago, there was uncertainty at quarterback before the Jaguars named David Garrard as starter. This year, the only uncertainty is how much of a fantasy force Garrard could become.

QUARTERBACK: Garrard missed four games last year, so his final numbers of 2,509 yards and 18 touchdowns don’t seem so impressive. But that 102.2 passer rating can’t be overlooked, even if it’s not a fantasy statistic. True, Garrard likely will throw a few more interceptions than the amazinly three he tossed last year, but I think 3,500 yards and 22 TDs are realistic projections. But is he a starting fantasy QB? If you are the type of owner that waits rounds to draft a QB1, you could do much worse than Garrard as your starter. But the Jags are still a run-first team, relegating Garrard to a strong QB2.

RUNNING BACKS: The running back by committee rambled on in 2007, with Maurice Jones-Drew rushing for 768 yards and 9 touchdowns, and Fred Taylor defying logic to finish with 1,202 yards and 5 TDs. Expect the RBBC to continue, with Jones-Drew improving his yardage numbers a little. He’s an RB2, with Taylor an RB3 with maybe a TD or two less.

WIDE RECEIVERS: Any hopes of Reggie Williams repeating his 10-touchdown season of 2007 might have been derailed when he reinjured his knee this week. Surgery is scheduled, but there is no timetable for his return yet. For now, be wary of drafting him as one of your starting receivers. That injury bumps the value of Jerry Porter, Troy Williamson, Dennis Northcutt and Matt Jones. Maybe Porter will emerge in Williams’ place and might be worth a chance as a WR3. As for Williamson, Northcutt and Jones, select none higher than a WR5.

TIGHT ENDS: Marcedes Lewis might be a sleeper tight end for 2008, but he’s still no more than a TE2 on draft day.

KICKER: Josh Scobee only played half a season but still scored 62 points and made 12 of 13 field goals. In a full season, he’s a reliable starting fantasy kicker.