FFL #1 Pick? Manning

A lot of FFL articles these days are debating who is the #1 pick in Fantasy Football. It depends a little bit on the scoring system you use, but, in most cases, it should be Peyton Manning.

A lot of people will go after a running back just because that has been the best thing to do for the last few years. But there are many more quality RBs out there this year. You can take a QB earlier and still get a top RB if you do your homework.

Most people are taking LaDainian Tomlinson first. That's not a bad pick, and you probably can't go wrong, but I would also argue that Priest Holmes should still be considered for the #1 pick. He was on pace to have a huge season last year before he was injured. Holmes' age and work ethic are being questioned, but it's still a good idea to take him ahead of LT, just make sure you get his backup, Larry Johnson. Johnson did a more than adequate job filling in for Holmes last season.

But if you want to know who the real #1 should be, all you have to do is look at the Colts' schedule. They play the AFC South and the NFC West in 10 games. There is not a good defense to be seen in those games. Also, Indianapolis' defense has not improved much, so there could be some shootouts again. Considering his schedule, Manning should easily get to 44 TDs again this year, and that makes him the #1 pick.