best value -- QB

There are several players each year who prove to be worth much more than the slot they were drafted in. Quarterbacks are the most difficult to project, as they get injured more than any other position. There aren't many QB changes in the middle of the season without an injury to the starter, so here are the guys who will prove to be a good value if they stay healthy.

1. Carson Palmer -- Cincinnati Bengals -- His knee injury is the only reason he lands on this list. Many drafters are listing Tom Brady, Matt Hasselback and even Donovan McNabb in front of Palmer, but none of them are larger fantasy threats. Even if Palmer's knee isn't 100% to start the season, he'll be full strength for the second half and the fantasy playoffs and with Chad Johnson and Rudi Johnson on his side, he'll be a superstar again. If he's still on the board after 40 players are gone, make him your next pick.

2. Jake Delhomme -- Carolina Panthers -- He seems to slip through the cracks while owners focus on bigger names, but Delhomme has averaged more than 3500 yards and 24 TD passes over the last three seasons. With Carolina adding Keyshawn Johnson to pull attention away from Steve Smith, and DeAngelo Williams to make a solid backfield, Delhomme should produce another season of similar numbers. If 9-12 QB are drafted and Delhomme is still available, he's a huge steal.

3. Billy Volek -- Tennessee Titans -- With all eyes on Vince Young, people forget that it's Volek who will start the season as the #1 QB in the Music City. In his 517 career attempts, which is a full season's worth of passes, he's thrown for 3505 yards and 26 touchdowns. He should hold off Young for quite some time, and might even play out the season. The Titans have many good players on offense, including receivers Drew Bennett, David Givens and Tyrone Calico. Volek probably won't be one of the first 25 QB picked, so scoop him up as an inexpensive #2 and you'll be happy.

4. Aaron Brooks -- Oakland Raiders -- I know you hate him, and after last season, you have the right to... but don't hold a grudge. Brooks signed with the Raiders, giving him a fresh start with an offense featuring two superstars in Randy Moss and LaMont Jordan. Brooks had thrown for more than 3500 yards and 20 TD in each season between 2001-04, so success hasn't disappeared into the sunset yet. He's only 30, and has scored 10 rushing TD in the last four seasons. If you can look past 2005 and pick him up about 15-18 QB into the draft, you'll be rewarded deeply.

5. Josh McCown -- Detroit Lions -- He'll probably begin the year behind Jon Kitna, but don't forget about McCown. His career numbers don't support it, but McCown can do a lot of damage if given the chance. In six starts last year, he compiled 1675 yards and nine touchdown passes. Over a full season, that equates to 4400-22. With Kevin Jones and a trio of top WR at his disposal, McCown just needs to crack the lineup. While he won't be drafted in most leagues, keep an eye on the situation in Detroit, and if Kitna falters, jump on McCown immediately.