The NFL Draft is a month and some change away. The New York Giants need to nail their picks this year if they want a chance to bounce back and contend this season. This will be just one of many mocks that will be released until the day of the draft. No further word is needed. Let’s go.
Round 1, Pick 6: Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
In this mock, Daniels falls to the Giants after Caleb Williams and Drake Maye go one and two, respectively. You would think the Patriots would go quarterback with the third overall pick. But, they decided to go with Marvin Harrison Jr.
The Giants and their fans aren’t complaining. College football’s best quarterback (according to PFF) immediately becomes the QB1 for a team in dire need of one. The Heisman Trophy winner is a dual-threat signal-caller who threw for 40 touchdowns compared to four interceptions in 2023. Add in his rushing ability, and he will cause headaches for opposing defenses in the NFC East and around the league for years to come.
Round 2, Pick 39: Keon Coleman, WR, Florida State
The 6’4″ wide receiver gives the Giants their biggest wideout in recent memory. Consider his speed for a guy his size along with his leaping ability, and he is automatically an intriguing guy to serve as the team’s WR1.
Coleman caught 58 balls for 658 yards and 11 touchdowns for the Seminoles last season. When against press coverage, he is known for being able to win those battles and have strong hands to bring the ball down and away against opposing cornerbacks.
One of the main concerns is his ability to create separation. However, that could potentially be worked on. For a player with the traits he possesses, using one of your second-round picks on him is a good idea.
Round 2, Pick 47: Darius Robinson, EDGE, Missouri
With nine sacks in 2023, Robinson causes havoc like no other. A powerful lineman, speed isn’t his best trait. Rather, his length and bull rush ability stand out as a pass rusher. He used to be a defensive lineman but switched to edge rusher this past season and had a great year.
Working on the pass rush and explosiveness will be necessary if Robinson wants to be an All-Pro. But, whether it is lining up at zero or a seven technique, he’s a versatile player who the Giants could use opposite of Kayvon Thibodeaux.
Round 3, Pick 70: Christian Mahogany, RG, Boston College
New York needs to address the offensive guard position after letting go of Mark Glowinski and likely not bringing back Ben Bredeson or Justin Pugh.
Enter the 6’3″ Mahogany, who is a powerful run blocker and has the mentality to bury defensive players to the ground. He is well-built, and despite not being the most athletic in the world, he is a coordinated lineman teams crave.
Round 4, Pick 108: Audric Estime, RB, Notre Dame
With Saquon Barkley potentially not coming back to the Giants, the team could use a dependable RB1 to replace him. Estime is a powerful back who is tough to bring down once his speed kicks in. His ability to convert short-yard situations stands out, and is light on his feet despite being 230 pounds.
He does need to work on becoming more explosive and changing direction. But, he reminds me of a Brandon Jacobs prototype for some reason, giving the Giants a solid back to work with. Oh, and he will be just 20 years old when the draft comes around.
Round 5, Pick 140: Dallin Holker, TE, Colorado State
A versatile tight end, he would step in as the starting tight end if Darren Waller does retire. He recorded 64 receptions for 766 yards and six touchdowns last season for the Rams. He has strong hands and the ability to be a dependable vertical threat stand out the most. Factor in his ability to be a solid blocker, and this is a good pick in the late rounds.
Round 6, Pick 185: Ryan Watts, CB, Texas
A 6’3″ cornerback, New York use one of their late-round picks on this developmental project. He struggled mightily in 2023 (QB rating of 125.2 when targeted), but the Giants hope he can bounce back and show the traits that made him an all-Big-12 selection in 2022.
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