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When Todd Weiner retired and Wayne Gandy got even older, the Falcons all of a sudden had a clear need for some depth at tackle. And if the Falcons are looking for a potentially reasonably priced tackle who could step in an start if needed, there is no better target than Titans' tackle Daniel Loper.

Loper has only started one game in his Titans' career, but it was a big one, as he played well against the Chargers during the 2007 playoffs. The only reason he's not been a starter is because the Titans have two equally young and even more talented tackles ahead of him.

The AFC and NFC Pro Bowlers were announced a short while ago, and why make some pointless comment you are sure not to laugh at when we can just give you the rosters instead? Here goes.

NFL FanHouse Midseason Midtacular: because handing out awards at the halfway point in the season seemed like the right thing to do.

You have a group of guys that everyone rants about. Drew Brees, Adrian Peterson, Andre Johnson -- these guys are great and deserve the press they receive. But what about the other guys? The players that are busting their tails for the team and aren't on the top of the Pardon the Interruption roll week in and week out. These guys are underrated, under-appreciated but better than most would expect. Who makes the list? You shall soon see...

Roddy White, WR Atlanta -- Matt Ryan might be having a great season, but a lot can be attributed to White, who has had 112 yards receiving or more in four of his last six games. Starting the season slow, White is now averaging 91.6 yards per game and has become one of the most consistent wide-outs in the league. Too bad most people still would rather have Terrell Owens or Randy Moss.

Owen Daniels, TE Houston -- Yeah, if you didn't know, he's the other option for Matt Schaub in Houston, and he's a damn good substitute for Andre Johnson. Daniels averages 66 yards per game with two touchdowns, catching at least three balls a game this season. If there is a guy you'd want on your team that nobody has heard of, Owens is him. Is it crazy to call him the best tight end in Texas?

While the offensive line might not represent a direct draft day decision for your roster, few areas of knowledge can offer a competitive advantage in fantasy football like having a good grasp of the various units of trench soldiers around the league. Over the course of the next couple weeks, I'll break down every NFL team's' offensive lines into five tiers: the crème de la crème, the highly competent, the serviceable, the grim, and the bunk.

Think of the Highly Competents as the Trans Am of offensive lines; they may not be the highest performing vehicles on the market, but they are still pretty baddasss. These guys will not only do you know harm, but they'll provide some hidden gems and all but guarantee consistent numbers from the skill spots.

The Green Bay Packers: Come on guys, do you really believe that undrafted Ryan Grant is that good? You would be in good shape drafting Samkon Gado here if he was expected to start. The Packers offensive line is solid like the rock of Pantera. The main reason they are not in the Crème de le Crème is the guard spots are both up in the air, but the crux of the unit is solid with Chad Clifton (left tackle), Mark Tauscher (right tackle), and Scott Wells (center). The quick strike offense probably makes their low sack total seem better than it is, but this a really good pass blocking offense and a good run blocking offense.

2007 Sacks Allowed: 19
2007 Yards Per Carry: 4.1

Continue reading for the rest of the "Highly Competent" offensive lines.