I look forward to seeing Mark Sanchez start in 2008. He can scramble and run the ball if he has to, and Booty could not. I respect Booty's legacy at USC, but I am ready to see our new quarterback.
His personality is another notable quality. He is an outgoing person and I can imagine very vocal in positive reinforcements, which will inspire his teammates to play well. His first career start in an emotional come from behind victory against Arizona was great. I liked how he celebrated with the students after the game. It's great seeing him show his emotion and excitement when he plays. Because when he's enjoying it, you enjoy it. He's a "feel good" type of player.
He lead USC to a 38-0 shutout over longtime rival, Notre Dame, and he completed 4 TD passes. And depsite a 24-17 loss against #5 Oregon, he hung in there and had an impressive showing at the end, completing several deep passes.
If Mark Sanchez will start, I think he will get the crowd more involved in the games, as he did against Arizona. If USC has a quarterback who displays passion and enthusiasm, it will be some great football in 2008.
