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An Armful Of Talent At Quarterback.

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At the NFL scouting combine in February, Kyle Boller did something that seemed baffling for a quarterback who had foundered for most of his college career: He was the only quarterback (without the excuse of an injury) who didn't throw. Heeding advice from his agent, Boller, who starred at California, participated only in non-throwing drills and when reporters inquired about his arm, Boller claimed that he could throw a ball between the goal posts from the 50-yard line -- on one knee. Boller had wowed scouts, showing speed and agility uncommon for most quarterbacks not named Michael Vick. Suddenly, Boller became grouped with quarterback Byron Leftwich, who, during his final two seasons at Marshall, was considered a possible No. 1 pick in the NFL draft. When Leftwich met the media later that day, he was informed about Boller's boast. Leftwich was asked how far he could throw the ball from one knee. "Fifty-five," Leftwich said with a grin. Despite Leftwich's strong arm -- and lofty numbers while guiding a successful team -- he has had to keep from being eclipsed by a quarterback who completed…

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