Round 1 - RB David Wilson
Round 2 - WR Reuben Randle
Round 3 - CB Jayron Hosley
Round 4 - TE Adrien Robinson
- OT Brandon Mosley
Round 6 - OT Matt McCants
Round 7 - DT Markus Kuhn
The Super Bowl champions usually draft the best player available, but this year they seemed to move away from that. Their first four picks will be replacing players lost to either free agency or injury. Nevertheless, they didn't reach for many players and had a good draft as a result.
Although the Giants have mastered finding running backs in the late round, they drafted David Wilson in the first round to replace Brandon Jacobs. A ridiculous blend of speed, power, and balance, his upside is through the roof. He runs recklessly and with fierce determination but will also dance behind the line way too much. As a result, he often gets tackled in the backfield. However, when Wilson is allowed any room, he can break a long run by setting up defenders with his shake and bake moves, breaking tackles with a spin move, or simply outrunning everyone. While the majority of his carries went to the outside, he shows the ability to run the ball between the tackles and can move the pile. If he can develop patience like Jamaal Charles and LeSean McCoy had to, he can easily become a complete back as he can also catch well.
To replace and really to upgrade from Mario Manningham, they drafted Reuben Randle of LSU. A tall, fast receiver, Randle can threaten defenses as a downfield threat, but he can also move the chains off of the shorter passes such as a shallow crossing route. Nevertheless, he won't gain separation by running crisp routes because he throttles down down before making a sharp break. Although his technique needs refining, he should develop into a good starter down the line.
Though lacking in elite physical attributes, Jayron Hosley plays with awareness and aggressiveness. He was a real ballhawk at Virginia Tech. Brought in to replace Aaron Ross, Hosley will most likely not see much playing time this year behind the Giants' underrated corners. Lacking physicality to his game, he sometimes struggles with covering larger receivers and with tackling. He also comes with off the field baggage after failing a drug test at the combine.
Seen by New York as the "Jason Pierre-Paul of tight ends,"Adrien Robinson was drafted fairly early to come in and develop behind Martellus Bennett after they lost two tight ends to serious injuries in the Super Bowl. Although he shows some nice athleticism at times, he doesn't possess much explosive speed or quickness. He can block though with his long arms and height.
Almost all fans will tell you that their team has an awful offensive line. This has been the case with the Giants for years. The Giants don't place an emphasis upon fielding an amazing line on offense, but in recent years they have spent picks on young developmental linemen. By using a fourth round pick on Brandon Mosley, they continued this plan. Albeit fairly inexperienced, he is a hardworking player who is only going to get better at the position. More of a mobile, athletic lineman, he doesn't dominate in the run game. Mosley will only improve as he gains more experience though. At worst, he will be a solid backup.
Another young offensive tackle, Matt McCants also brings nice athleticism and mobility to the Giants. His technique needs more improvement though as he doesn't yet use his hands to his advantage. As he spends more time in the weight room, he will add to his frame which will aid in the more physical aspects of the game.
A one year starter, Markus Kuhn is still developing his overall game. He needs to show better instincts, and also improving his hand placement. An effort player, Kuhn is strictly a developmental prospect at this point. He could end up on the practice squad as the Giants are crazy deep on the defensive line.
Their first few picks should come in and compete for playing time immediately. Wilson and Randle possess immense physical talent especially. The Giants have always coveted depth at all positions, and many of their picks ensure that they can weather injuries to key positions. The G Men have always played the draft in a masterly fashion and reap the reward with Super Bowls.
Although the Giants have mastered finding running backs in the late round, they drafted David Wilson in the first round to replace Brandon Jacobs. A ridiculous blend of speed, power, and balance, his upside is through the roof. He runs recklessly and with fierce determination but will also dance behind the line way too much. As a result, he often gets tackled in the backfield. However, when Wilson is allowed any room, he can break a long run by setting up defenders with his shake and bake moves, breaking tackles with a spin move, or simply outrunning everyone. While the majority of his carries went to the outside, he shows the ability to run the ball between the tackles and can move the pile. If he can develop patience like Jamaal Charles and LeSean McCoy had to, he can easily become a complete back as he can also catch well.
To replace and really to upgrade from Mario Manningham, they drafted Reuben Randle of LSU. A tall, fast receiver, Randle can threaten defenses as a downfield threat, but he can also move the chains off of the shorter passes such as a shallow crossing route. Nevertheless, he won't gain separation by running crisp routes because he throttles down down before making a sharp break. Although his technique needs refining, he should develop into a good starter down the line.
Though lacking in elite physical attributes, Jayron Hosley plays with awareness and aggressiveness. He was a real ballhawk at Virginia Tech. Brought in to replace Aaron Ross, Hosley will most likely not see much playing time this year behind the Giants' underrated corners. Lacking physicality to his game, he sometimes struggles with covering larger receivers and with tackling. He also comes with off the field baggage after failing a drug test at the combine.
Seen by New York as the "Jason Pierre-Paul of tight ends,"Adrien Robinson was drafted fairly early to come in and develop behind Martellus Bennett after they lost two tight ends to serious injuries in the Super Bowl. Although he shows some nice athleticism at times, he doesn't possess much explosive speed or quickness. He can block though with his long arms and height.
Almost all fans will tell you that their team has an awful offensive line. This has been the case with the Giants for years. The Giants don't place an emphasis upon fielding an amazing line on offense, but in recent years they have spent picks on young developmental linemen. By using a fourth round pick on Brandon Mosley, they continued this plan. Albeit fairly inexperienced, he is a hardworking player who is only going to get better at the position. More of a mobile, athletic lineman, he doesn't dominate in the run game. Mosley will only improve as he gains more experience though. At worst, he will be a solid backup.
Another young offensive tackle, Matt McCants also brings nice athleticism and mobility to the Giants. His technique needs more improvement though as he doesn't yet use his hands to his advantage. As he spends more time in the weight room, he will add to his frame which will aid in the more physical aspects of the game.
A one year starter, Markus Kuhn is still developing his overall game. He needs to show better instincts, and also improving his hand placement. An effort player, Kuhn is strictly a developmental prospect at this point. He could end up on the practice squad as the Giants are crazy deep on the defensive line.
Their first few picks should come in and compete for playing time immediately. Wilson and Randle possess immense physical talent especially. The Giants have always coveted depth at all positions, and many of their picks ensure that they can weather injuries to key positions. The G Men have always played the draft in a masterly fashion and reap the reward with Super Bowls.
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