According to multiple front office men surveyed by Dan Pompei of the National Football Post, Southern Cal’s Matt Barkley has the best combination of intangibles and ability in this year's draft. As a result, some believe his stock is back on the rise after taking a season-long dip. Different execs lauded Barkley for his anticipation, his communication skills, his personality that lights up a room, and his pocket presence. Another said he had the best instincts and ability to see the field. Asked which quarterback was most impressive in terms of conveying leadership in his combine interview, one general manager said, “I think Barkley is special that way. He has some ‘it’ factor to him. The personality is there with Barkley. We ask them questions, try to get a feel for how much they love football, and see if they have a special trait that makes people want to be around them and listen to them. It all comes through with him.†Pete Carroll has a better feel for Barkley than most because he coached him at Southern Cal. “No question Barkley is loaded with intangibles,†Carroll said. “He has everything everybody wants. He has had it for some time. He knows what it’s like to be on a big stage at an early age and handle it impeccably.†Source: The Redzone
someone (arizona) please offer the steelers you second round pick this year and first round pick next year to get this man
