Eagles' drafting of USC's Matt Barkley? Lane Kiffin saw it coming

Trojans Coach Lane Kiffin says Philadelphia Coach Chip Kelly spoke with him about Barkley 'early on' and sent an assistant to work out the QB before NFL draft.

• Matt Barkley selected by Eagles in fourth round of NFL draft

Four QBs are taken in the fourth round after three are selected in the first three rounds. No team came to the draft desperate at the position.

• 2013 NFL draft list

Matt Barkley, once considered a potential top-10 pick, goes to Philadelphia on first pick of fourth round, 98th overall. 'All I need is an opportunity,' he says.

• Geno Smith chosen by Jets to give Mark Sanchez competition

The five-year deal is worth as much as $110 million, with $40 million guaranteed.

• NFL future looks bleak for USC quarterbacks after Day 2 of draft

Offensive tackles are three of the first four selections, including Nos. 1 and 2. Three guards and a center also go in top 20.

• 2013 NFL Draft