The Jacksonville offensive line is mean, and sets the tone for its offensive. In Indianapolis, the Peyton Manning-led Colts thrive on the quick thinking of their quarterback. Either way, both offensive lines produce great results with completely different formulas. Moral to the story. It might not matter how you win as long as you find a way to win. Expect Jacksonville and Indianapolis to again make the playoffs and for their respective skill players to shine in 2008 thanks to the contributions on the offensive line. Conversely, Tennessee and Houston will struggle because of the lack of talent up front.

Jacksonville Jaguars (1st in AFC South, 2nd in Conference)
This unit brings its lunch pal every Sunday, taking on the hard-nosed style of its coach. They consistency open huge holes for the two-headed monster known as Fred Taylor and Maurice Jones-Drew.

LT Khalif Barnes
LG Vince Manuwai
C Brad Meester
RG Maurice Williams
RT Tony Pashos

Indianapolis Colts (2nd in AFC South, 3rd in Conference)
This group is solid, but unspectacular. What puts them over the top is Peyton Manning’s ability to run the offense and distribute the ball quickly. Manning definitely makes these guys better.

LT Tony Ugoh
LG Ryan Lilja
C Jeff Saturday
RG Charile Johnson
RT Ryan Diem

Tennessee Titans (3rd in AFC South, 12th in Conference)
This unit is not that exciting, especially since 37-year-old Kevin Mawae is holding down the fort at center. Overall, it’s hard to evaluate this unit with the unpredictability of Vince Young in and out of the pocket.

LT Michael Roos
LG Eugene Amano
C Kevin Mawae
RG Jake Scott
RT David Stewart

Houston Texans (4th in AFC South, 13th in Conference)
This franchise is still trying to hit its stride, as is its offensive line. Former Hurricane Eric Winston has shown potential at tackle.

LT Duane Brown (26th overall pick)
LG Chester Pitts
C Chris Myers
RG Fred Weary
RT Eric Winston

This is the first post in a series in which we go division by division looking at and ranking the most overlooked factor in the success of your fantasy football squad, the offensive line. So you might want to keep an eye out over the next few weeks - which by the way, I have made it easy for you to do because…

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