He has an enormous smile, and perhaps the ego to boot.

His charisma is undeniable, but then again, so are questions surrounding his college eligibility or criticisms targeting his father’s crooked interests.

Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton makes his Dove Valley visit today. (Courtesy Matthew Tosh)

His athleticism is evident, but does he have the polish to run an offense?

Cam Newton is a hero in Auburn, Alabama, with legions of adoring fans celebrating his sheer talent.  It seems Newton is vilified nearly everywhere else.

Newton is easily is the polarizing figure – the antagonist, if you will – in next week’s NFL Draft.  Newton is likely an early selection, possibly No. 1 overall, but first, a stop today at Dove Valley to meet with Broncos officials.

John Elway has lauded Newton’s arm, though it’s unlikely Denver drafts the Heisman Trophy winner with the second overall spot.   Taking a quarterback so early would be a major failure by the Broncos, given far more pressing needs on the defensive end.  Even if Denver wanted Newton, it’s becoming increasingly apparent the decision-makers in Carolina don’t believe quarterback Jimmy Clausen, who was drafted last year, is the answer (something I could have told them last year).

The Denver Post also reports two other players are visiting Dove Valley today: Edmond Gates, a wide receiver from Abilene Christian, and Baylor running back Jay Finley, a former teammate of Broncos center J.D. Walton.

The Broncos have additional meetings planned Wednesday.  The other top quarterback available in next week’s draft, Missouri’s Blaine Gabbert, will be in town, along with guard/tackle Benjamin Ijalana of Villanova and Kansas State running back Daniel Thomas.

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