While opinions vary on which quarterback the Ravens are targeting in this weekend's draft, most agree that they are likely to have their signal-caller of the future by Saturday night.

One possibility is Delaware quarterback Joe Flacco. The Sun's Ken Murray wrote a thorough piece in yesterday's newspaper about the strong-armed quarterback.

At 6 feet 6, Flacco is the biggest of the top quarterback prospects, and scouts say he has the biggest arm. ESPN.com's Mel Kiper Jr. has Flacco ranked as the 24th-best prospect:

Not only does he have tremendous size, but Flacco has the best arm of any quarterback in this year's draft. He should develop into a solid starter in the NFL.

Fore more information on Flacco's college career, I called on Kevin Tresolini of The News Journal in Wilmington, Del. Kevin has covered Delaware football since 1999.

Q: What are Flacco's strengths that make him one of the top quarterback prospects in the draft?

A: In my opinion, and from people I’ve talked to, three things – his arm, both in terms of accuracy and ability to throw long; his head, in that he’s a quick learner, able to grasp complex concepts and is quite composed in action; and his size.

Q: What did Flacco struggle with in college? In what areas will he most need to improve at the next level?

A: Delaware tried to run him some on the option as a junior, but not as a senior. He wasn’t bad at it, but he did slightly injure his knee, and I think they realized it wasn’t worth the risk considering how much damage he could do with his arm. He seems much more comfortable as a classic drop-back guy, though he did show quite an ability to scramble when he had to. The NFL guys say his footwork needs to improve. Tall guys often look a little gangly trying to run, Flacco included. But Delaware coaches often said he moved pretty well.

Q: Mel Kiper Jr. has said Flacco has the best arm in the draft. Do you have any stories/examples where his arm strength was on display?

A: I remember when Flacco first came to Delaware in 2005, but he could not play because Pitt didn’t give him his release. I casually asked a couple tight ends one day at practice about him. Their eyes grew wide as they told me about balls he’d thrown that sailed 70, 75 yards. But his aim and accuracy were also quite legendary. There was a game at Richmond in 2006 when he threw a pass to wide receiver Aaron Love that Love, just 5-foot-9, marveled at, turning in heavy traffic to see the ball coming right to him in a precise spot where he could catch it. He threw a downfield bullet to wideout Jonathan Heydt in a win at Towson in 2007 that looked like a center fielder throwing a baserunner out at home plate, because of the timing, velocity and aim.

Q: Why did Flacco transfer to Delaware?

A: He was one year behind Tyler Palko, who was penciled in as the starter after being second-team All-Big East and Pitt’s MVP as a sophomore in 2004. Flacco did not see himself getting an opportunity to be the No. 1 guy until his senior year, 2007.

Q: What can you tell us about Flacco off the field? What was he like with teammates, coaches and the media?

A: Flacco is very unpretentious and easy-going off the field. I wouldn’t consider him the demonstrative, rah-rah type, but once the team was on the field, he definitely exuded leadership. With the media, he was very honest, without being cocky or arrogant or giving into the hype. He really became more comfortable with the spotlight and media attention as his senior year progressed. My favorite Flacco quote actually came after a 62-56 five-overtime loss to Richmond in 2007. His perspective seemed right on: “I’ve never been involved in a game more fun than that. Obviously, it’s not very fun right now. But when you look back on it, I mean, what more could you ask? It was a hell of a football game. Both teams had multiple chances to take advantage of situations and they ended up coming out on top. You’ve got to credit those guys. They fought just like we did.”

Q: What was Flacco's signature moment at Delaware?

A: A couple come to mind: In that 2007 Richmond game, his headiness was quite apparent at the end of regulation, when he rushed the team into position with the clock running out and scored on a 1-yard quarterback sneak, practically ripping the ball out from under center in the process. He also made several big completions while scrambling, including a 44-yard fling down the right sideline to Mark Duncan on a third-and-13 from the Delaware 25-yard-line in the NCAA quarterfinal win at Northern Iowa. Both Flacco, rolling to his right, and Duncan were about to go out of bounds. The third-quarter play kept alive a drive that resulted in a touchdown with 2:56 remaining as Delaware took charge 29-20 in a game it won 39-27. To me, it demonstrated what a cool customer he is – no panic – but also how skilled he is.

More on Flacco

ESPN.com's Todd McShay has the Ravens selecting Flacco with their second-round pick at No. 38.

Kiper has Flacco ranked as his No. 2 quarterback overall.

NFL.com's Mike Mayock also has Flacco rated as the No. 2 QB.

And finally, highlights courtesy of YouTube:

The Sun's breakdown of Flacco:

2007 passing statistics: 4,263 yards, 23 touchdowns, five interceptions, .635 completion percentage.

Strengths: Best arm in the draft, ideal size, throws very accurate deep ball. Very heady player. Took Delaware to the Division I Football Championship Subdivision championship game.

Weaknesses: Level of his Championship Subdivision competition is a concern. Started his college career at Bowl Subdivision Pittsburgh but transferred to Delaware after it looked as if he would be a reserve behind Tyler Palko until his senior year. Flacco faced only one Bowl Subdivision team last season (434 yards, four TD passes vs. Navy). Also, he split his snaps under center and in the shotgun, a concern for some.

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