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Looking at the AFC South five weeks into the season, it was easy to point out that the division was in a state of disarray. After the weekend’s slate of games, however, I think it’s fair to now consider the division in a state of rebound.

Consider the Indianapolis Colts. The Manning-led offense was sputtering and the defense couldn’t stop the run to save itself. But this weekend against the Ravens, following last weekend’s late victory over the Houston Texans, the Colts and Manning flexed their muscles on both sides of the football. Manning was looking more like his usual self, and he finished the day with 271 passing yards, three touchdowns, and, for just the second time this season, zero interceptions.

The third week of NFL action kicks off tomorrow, and now might be a good time to quickly preview some of the most intriguing games to watch Sunday and Monday night. And don’t forget that you can check how 5 football minds expect the games to play out at NFL Experts Pick ‘em.

Arizona @ Baltimore — Both teams enter tomorrow’s matchup with a 1-1 record and an eye on their respective division crowns. Neither is a sure-thing to win Sunday, though the Vegas spread (Baltimore by 8 ) might make you believe Baltimore will coast to a victory.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are finally parting ways with Byron Leftwich. The once-hyped quarterback from the same draft class as Carson Palmer has been a disappointment in the NFL, mainly due to injuries which have set him back considerably.

Coach Del Rio made the announcement today in a press conference, saying that the team will either trade or release Leftwich (Atlanta?). David Garrard will start in his stead, but if last season is any sort of indication as to what we can expect this year, Garrard will be iffy as a fantasy quarterback. A decent QB2, you can probably find better production elsewhere.

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With news headlines dominated by a certain recently indicted quarterback, it’s refreshing to see another in search of a team willing to give him a fresh start.

That quarterback of course is Daunte Culpepper, previously released by the Miami Dolphins, who has spent some time contacting interested teams and working out. The most recent of these is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, though they already have a pair of highly paid quarterbacks on their roster — Chris Simms and Jeff Garcia — making it doubtful he’ll end up there.

But, then again, with Jon Gruden (a.k.a. Chucky) still steering the ship, you never know what will happen.

Other teams rumored to be interested in the 30 year old quarterback include the Jacksonville Jaguars and Atlanta Falcons.

Some players who break out are passed over each year. Maybe it’s because owners aren’t informed that the player just received the starting spot or maybe they anticipate the player to be average. Whatever the reason, you can look like a fantasy god if you find the right pick at the right time.

Below is a top 10 of the players I believe are currently undervalued by most fantasy publications/owners for one reason or another.

10. Donovan McNabb — McNabb is one of the most dominant fantasy quarterbacks when he’s healthy. But everyone is bracing for him to experience yet another injury. Good news for you because if he isn’t he’ll put up 250+ yards and 2 touchdowns every game he suits up in 2007.

It may have taken three months of negotiations, but quarterback Trent Green has officially been traded to the Miami Dolphins and will join the team pending the results of a routine physical. A team starving for offense, the Dolphins are welcoming Green with open arms. And Green probably couldn’t be happier, either.

Former Green Bay Packer Ahmad Carroll has been waived by the Jacksonville Jaguars following his recent arrest for possession of drugs (believed to be ecstasy) and a firearm (9mm) without a license.

The Jaguars are smart

The longest first round in NFL history is finally over — incidentally, this is the site’s longest blog — after a little more than 6 hours of draft and analysis. And now it’s your time to read about who teams drafted, who was passed on. This is your quick guide with links to the original reported story (top 10 picks only).

NFL defenses do not willfully give up yards. Ever. Fortunately, some defenses are worse than others, which is why teams can sometimes score at will.

As a fantasy owner, you should have a pretty good idea of which defenses are the weakest and which are the most overwhelming. The following is a list of all 32 defenses, in order of strength.