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Quarterback drafting has become very interesting in recent seasons. There has been a significant uptick in quarterback production and it has brought about significant changes in the fantasy landscape, especially during the draft. Until recently, it was almost unheard of to see a QB come off the board in the first round. Now, it is pretty common. In fact, this season, you are almost guaranteed to see 2 go in the first round, maybe even 3.

So let's talk a little strategy:
This discussion actually starts with Running Backs. Each year there is a handful of must have RB (2010 For Example: Chris Johnson, Adrian Peterson, Maurice Jones-Drew, Ray Rice.) I couldn't in good conscience take a QB over any of these guys. After this elite tier, I couldn't fault someone for taking a top tier Quarterback (In 2010: Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, Peyton Manning.)

My logic has to do with the question marks for the next group of Running Backs. Frank Gore now has Brian Westbrook, Steven Jackson was all yardage and no end zone last year, and Michael Turner's 2009 turned up some minor concerns. Having said that, I couldn't argue with someone taking a sure thing QB with a mid-late first round pick. The later the pick, the more I am fine with this strategy, because your turn will come back again soon enough for you to get a quality starting Running Back.

Okay, so the advice above may help you get through the first round and a half. The top 3 QB's will likely be gone by then. So what now?

Last year, 10 Quarterbacks threw for over 4,000 yards. Assuming your league is 10 teams and you can do basic division - that means you should have no problem landing one of those 10 guys. So don't jump too early to get one! The difference between QB's 4 through 10 is not terribly vast. If you see greater, scarcer value at WR or RB, you would be better served going that direction.

Keep an eye on how other teams are drafting and make sure you get one of those 4-10 QB's before other drafters start taking their backup QB's.

Backup QB:
Next, you still have to obtain a backup QB. In a nutshell, the best strategy here is to get a good QB in Round 1 that you believe is worth a start almost every week of the season. If you can do that, then you only need a backup QB to cover your bye week or if your first QB gets injured.

Every draft is different, so you'll still have to do some of your own thinking, but having a plan and knowing that you can fit in another RB or WR while some other teams chase after fairly even Quarterbacks should help take off some of the pressure.