Play Action - Divisional

Postseason Fantasy Football isn't nearly as popular as its big brother, and the rule sets vary everywhere, but for the benefit of those of you who may be participating...

This is being written as though you are participating in the CBS SportsLine version of the game, where you can change a progressively decreasing amount of players per week.

Without further adieu, the Divisional Round Rankings.

Quarterback
1. Tom Brady vs. Jaguars - Why go against the guy now?

2. Tony Romo vs. Giants - The Giants are still soft against the pass, and while the questionable status of Terrell Owens hurts, the Cowboys will still sling it.

3. Peyton Manning vs. Chargers - Last time these 2 teams met, Manning threw 6 INTs. Look for him to avenge that mark. Some guy named Marvin Harrison will suit up for this game.

4. Brett Favre vs. Seahawks - Hope that the Packers don't have to play from behind, because if they do, Favre will make mistakes.

5. Matt Hasselbeck @ Packers - The ground game in Seattle is never a certainty. Deion Branch may return, and that will only help matters.

6. Eli Manning @ Cowboys - The Cowboys are pretty soft against the pass, and while having to rely on Elitarded is never a fun ride, the Giants will have to air it out.

7. David Garrard @ Patriots - Garrard limits mistakes, and the Patriots have been vulnerable against the pass recently. His WRs still suck, but the guy is quietly and consistently solid.

8. Philip Rivers @ Colts - Rivers looks erratic often, and the likely absence of Antonio Gates against a rock solid Colt pass defense isn't anything you want any part of.

Running Backs
1. LaDainian Tomlinson @ Colts- He faced a tougher test against the Titans and still scored. Plus, minus Gates, he should be at least 90% of the Chargers' offensive game plan. He will, however, likely be a player that you need to replace next week.

2. Marion Barber III vs. Giants - With TO hobbled, the Cowboys will likely unleash a few more runs. Given that Julius Jones sucks, The Barbarian should be the primary beneficiary.

3. Joesph Addai vs. Chargers - Well rested and facing the defense that gave up a record amount of yardage to Adrian Peterson. Seems like a desirable combo.

4. Ryan Grant vs. Seahawks - Seems to always break a long TD in every single game.

5. Brandon Jacobs @ Cowboys - The Cowboys are good against the run, but Jacobs is an absolute force near the goal line.

6. Laurence Maroney vs. Jaguars - You never really know if he'll get enough touches, but he certainly looked solid near the end of the season. Doesn't have to worry about that pesky wear & tear that many other RBs endured during the regular season.

7. Fred Taylor @ Patriots - The Renaissance of Fragile Freddie continues. Suddenly he's a big play threat again, and he even scores.

8. Maurice Jones-Drew @ Patriots - The goal line threat for the Jags. Plus he could always add a kick return TD.

9. Shaun Alexander @ Packers - Not anybody you really want to be relying on, but he's looked better recently than he did all season long. Still, the Pack is tough against the run.

10. Julius Jones vs. Giants - No thank you.

Wide Receivers
1. Randy Moss vs. Jaguars - Again, why would you go against him now?

2. Reggie Wayne vs. Chargers - The most consistent option on a potent offense, facing an up-and-down defense. What's not to like?

3. Greg Jennings vs. Seahawks - Faces a decent pass defense, but will definitely have a few long balls thrown his way.

4. Wes Welker vs. Jaguars - Plenty of touches to go around in New England.

5. Plaxico Burress @ Cowboys - Without Shockey, Plax is the obvious focus of the Giant passing game. Just hope that Eli can limit his mistakes.

6. Bobby Engram @ Packers - The most under-appreciated WR of the season will continue to post solid numbers.

7. D.J. Hackett @ Packers - Possibly the most talented of the Seahawk WRs. There are plenty of touches to go around for the Hawks, but this week there are 4 options rather than 3, assuming that Branch is good to go.

8. Terrell Owens vs. Giants - This is obviously a risky play. You're not even sure if he'll suit up yet, or, if he does, how much he'll actually play. Still, if he's active, he's dangerous.

9. Patrick Crayton vs. Giants - The Giants will likely focus on Jason Witten if TO is limited, which will open up the field for Crayton.

10. Donald Driver vs. Seahawks - Can he find the end zone in the postseason? He'll certainly see enough targets.

11. Chris Chambers @ Colts - Facing a tough test, and he won't have Gates to remove pressure from him. Still, if the Chargers need to pass, they'll look his way.

12. Marvin Harrison vs. Chargers - Supposedly he looks great now. It's been a long, long time since we've seen him though, and the Colts could just be blowing smoke. Still, if he's active, Peyton will find him.

Tight Ends
1. Jason Witten vs. Giants - Would benefit from an active TO, but he'll get his touches regardless.

2. Dallas Clark vs. Chargers - Solid red zone option.

3. Donald Lee vs. Seahawks - Also a solid red zone option.

4. Ben Watson vs. Jaguars - Can he rediscover his early season mojo? Probably not, but if you're in a pinch, this is as low as you want to drop.

Defense
1. Patriots vs. Jaguars - The Jags shouldn't have the weapons to score in bunches, but don't expect many turnovers either. Yes, there is a legitimate threat of the Patriots losing this game as well.

2. Colts vs. Chargers - Without Gates around, the Colts will stack the line against LT and force Philip Rivers to beat them. (Aw)Phil Rivers couldn't beat a dead horse, and will be responsible for at least 2 turnovers.

3. Cowboys vs. Giants - There could be more points than desired scored here, but still, you can't go wrong facing the enigmatic Eli Manning and his Turnover Machine.

4. Giants @ Cowboys - Getting risky here. With TO likely limited (I fully expect him to be active), the Cowboys will be less likely to convert on bombs. The offense was sluggish late in the season as well.

5. Packers vs. Seahawks - This game has shootout written all over it. Still, the Packers are a better all-around defense than the Seahawks.

6. Jaguars @ Patriots - Now we're really getting risky. The Jags' defense really isn't very good, but this team plays with a ton of heart.

7. Seahawks @. Packers - Hope that the Seahawks can build an early lead and force Favre into making mistakes.

8. Chargers @ Colts - You don't want any of this. Manning won't repeat his 6 INT performance. It shouldn't be a blowout, but there will be enough points scored.

Kickers
1. Nick Folk vs. Giants
2. Mason Crosby vs. Seahawks
3. Adam Vinatieri vs. Chargers
4. Stephen Gostkowski vs. Jaguars
5. Josh Brown @ Packers
6. Josh Scobee @ Patriots
7. Nate Kaeding @ Colts
8. Lawrence Tynes @ Cowboys