NFL's Free Agent Watch: Quarterbacks

At exactly 12:00 am, Friday, the NFL Free agency period is upon us. The following is a list of notable free agents, followed by where I believe they may go. I will discuss based on position. the number in parentheses ( ) will indicate their overall rank on NFL's top 50 free agents list.

Quarterbacks:

- Kurt Warner (3) - Though he is advancing in years, there is no doubt that there is still life in his arm. At this point he will either choose to sign with the Cardinals or retire. I predict that a deal will get done, and Warner will sign a two year deal for the Cardinals.

- Kerry Collins (12) - Just as old as Kurt Warner, almost as productive. Again, when considering his age, there are very few options for the veteran as far as starting positions go. Look for Collins to sign a one year deal with the Titans. Other options may include the Chiefs, Jets and 49'ers.

- Jeff Garcia (33) - Another journeyman quarterback who knows how to win, Jeff Garcia may have the hardest time finding a job. Like Warner and Collins, Garcia still believes that he can compete for a starting job. Unlike Warner and Collins, however, Garcia does not have any team ready to hand the aging veteran the starting job. It seems unlikely he will head to the 49'ers, Detroit, or to Philadelphia. My prediction, Garcia will sign a one year deal with either the Jets or Bears. Other options include a back-up role in Dallas, Washington, or St. Louis.

- Michael Vick (NA) - One year removed from the NFL and a heap of bad press will not be enough to keep GM's away from this gifted athlete. While many teams may consider signing Vick based on his athleticism, none will sign him to be an immediate starter. I believe he will receive a modest two year deal, where he expect to compete for the "Number 2" job. At this point, it apperars that Vick will sign with either the 49'ers or Detroit. Other teams that may take a chance on Vick include Oakland, Dallas, or Miami.

- Byron Leftwhich (51) - He is a positive influence in the locker room, and can show great leadership on the field, but don't expect Leftwhich to find a starting job this offseason. He will be signed to mentor young quarterbacks. Teams looking to aquire the oft-injured veteran should include Bucs or Cowboys. Other suitors may include the Redskins, Bears, or Denver. Expect a one year deal.

- Rex Grossman (NA) - Plauged with injuries early in his carear, things seemed to be looking up for Rex Grossman in the fall of 2006. Over the next few years, however, Grossman level of play would mimic that of a roller coaster. When he was hot, he was brilliant. When he was cold, he was a disaster. His arm strength and experience will be enough to give him the opportunity to compete for a starting job. Look for him to sign with the Jags, Giants, Colts, or Ravens as a backup. Other teams interested in him as a possible starter include the Jets, 49'ers, and Detroit.