1 recruit of the 2019 class coming out of Los Angeles' Oaks Christian High School. Though Thibodeaux missed time with an ankle injury in 2021, he was still named a first-team Associated Press All-American and finalist for the Chuck Bednarik, Ted Hendricks and Bronko Nagurski Awards. With two picks in the top 10, as well flexibility to move 1. With a talented crop of free-agent tight ends, including Dalton Schultz, Mike Gesicki and former Giant Evan Engram, it wouldn't be a shock to see New York target someone to pair with rookie TE Daniel Bellinger. With New York's playoff window open again, expect Schoen to primarily target prospects who can help contribute right away. PFF lists Giants' biggest offseason needs John Fennelly February 5, 2022 9:55 am ET The 2022 NFL draft is less than three months away and is approaching quickly. 5, New York knew that they'd have a chance to improve the offensive line with either Ikey Ekwonu or Evan Neal still on the board. Q&A: Giants' Adoree' Jackson on contract, punt returns and trash talking with Brian Daboll. After grabbing high-end Evan Neal, Giants continue to build up their offensive line with Joshua Ezeudu. The Giants have intimated that Love is a priority but, as stated, theres only so much money to go around. Centers are hard to come by in this league and unless the Giants find a starter in the draft or another option in free agency, Feliciano could be back. The New York Giants have limited expectations for the upcoming season as they look to address holes on their roster at the NFL Draft. Pro Football Network, LLC. Sterling Shepard (coming off an ACL tear), Richie James, Slayton and Marcus Johnson are all free agents. 6. It was the whole program." NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Seattle Seahawks: C.J. 1 receiver in the 2023 free-agent receiver pool either. As it stands, it seems as though the Giants will be parting with the very talented but expensive cornerback. Based on New York's current needs, though, a few prospects feel like logical early draft targets. Though thex NFL doesnt officially announce those selections until the new league year (March 15), Over The Caps Nick Korte projects the Giants to pick up extra sixth- and seventh-round selections. After months of anticipation, the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft came and went in a blur for the Giants. Robinson was an honorable mention all-conference pick in 2020, as well, leading Nebraska with 51 receptions for 461 receiving yards (9.0 per, one TD) while starting six games outside and two at running back (46-240-5.2, one TD rushing). Here's the good news for New York: The Giants are projected to have $52.5 million in cap space this offseason, the second-most in the NFL. Jones has a projected market value of $25.5 million annually, though that's a conservative estimate. By all indications, Dave Gettlemans four-year run as the teams embattled general manager is also over. 9 pick. The Giants will also cut Kenny Golladay soon; a post-June 1 distinction will create $13.5MM in cap space for Joe Schoens team. section: | slug: perfect-giants-2022-nfl-draft-plan-n-y-invests-in-daniel-jones-by-drafting-ol-raises-the-floor-on-defense | sport: football | route: article_single_special | Latu is 6-4, 237 and fits the bill as intriguing depth behind Daniel Bellinger and the recently re-signed Lawrence Cager. The 2022 season was a huge turnaround campaign for the Giants.And now, one year after making two top-10 picks, Big Blue finds itself on the back end of the first round entering the 2023 NFL Draft. Big Blue needs assistance at wide receiver in this The New York Giants pick Alabama TACKLE Evan Neal No. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. WebNew York Giants 2022 Draft Needs 0 new york giants Share this post PREV Top 5 Tackles 2022 Draft NEXT Ty Chandler Scouting Report Related Posts 2023 Hula Bowl Review The franchise tag is out of the question as that would cost $14 million. The Giants want him back and he wants to come back, but the usual roadblocks mainly money stand in the way. Los Angeles Chargers: Clark Phillips III, CB, Utah, 22. 1 akin to San Francisco's Brandon Aiyuk," Derrik Klassen of the B/R Scouting Department wrote. The 2022 season was a huge turnaround campaign for the Giants. 8. The Giants have some intriguing young talent in CorDale Flott and Aaron Robinson, but it still makes plenty of sense to draft a corner or two in this draft. With Super Bowl LVI now in the rearview mirror, the focus for all 32 teams across the National Football League can turn towards the 2022 season. 69): Mississippi State, CB, Martin Emerson Jr. With With all the top OTs still on the board, GM Joe Shoen picks the top edge rusher still on the board. The 6-0, 180-pound Turner tallied 36 tackles, including one for loss, one interception, 11 pass breakups and a fumble recovery this season for the Wolverines. February 26, 2023 7:00 am PT. Cliff Welch/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. -- by Chad Reuter, McKethan (pronounced muh-KEE-thuhn) moved from South Carolina to North Carolina for college, racking up 543 knockdown blocks his senior year at Barnwell High School. 2022 NFL Draft order: Giants, Jaguars, Jets moving up in top 10. 5. with the National Football League. The bad news is that much of that money is likely to dissipate quickly. Here is a list of the Giants top 10 unrestricted free agents and what the team may do with them. All Rights Reserved. While there are some depth pieces returning, both left guard/center Nick Gates and center Jon Feliciano could be departing in free agency. A, Most recent mock draft update: The Giants have plenty of needs to address and will enter the 2023 NFL Draft with the means to address them. Tampa Bay Bucs: Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas, 20. Well, Stills adds to it coming off a productive season with 26 tackles, including 13 solo, 4.5 sacks and nine tackles for loss. Detroit Lions: Will Levis, QB, Kentucky. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. And Gonzalez, who is big (6-2, 201), fast, and has experience in a big-time program certainly seems to fit the bill as a guy who can make an impact immediately. He became a turnover machine while splitting 14 starts between cash linebacker and strong safety in 2021, tying for fourth in the FBS with five interceptions and garnering first-team All-Big Ten Conference honors (46 tackles, three for loss, seven pass breakups). He actually led UConn with four sacks playing defensive end in 2018 (23 tackles, 4.5 for loss, two pass break-ups) one year after playing all 12 games for the Huskies as a true freshman (15 tackles, three sacks). He has 13 tackles for a loss and 9.0 sack over the course of his 25-game career. Belton was an honorable mention all-conference pick in 2020, starting all eight games at the "cash" safety/linebacker spot (33 tackles, 1.5 for loss, five pass breakups). New York isn't rebuilding. Christian Harris isnt a sack machine but that wouldnt be the point of this pick. Make Yahoo Your Homepage Discover something new every day from News, Sports, Finance, Entertainment and more! Andersen is still a little raw in terms of his ability to diagnose what is happening in front of him but he has all the athleticism in the world. This is why New York might ponder a trade with the Arizona Cardinals, which are considering trading DeAndre Hopkins, according to Jordan Schultz of The Score. Round 7: Jordan Howden, S, Minnesota The Giants suffered through a litany of injuries last season, allowing for many players at the back end of the roster to accrue big snap counts; thats a good reminder that Schoen needs to make these picks count. "Rice is a high-end No. The Lions also need to look at the future at quarterback, no matter what happens with Jared Goff in 2023, and Levis is another guy with good long-term potential who could benefit from watching for a year or two. He did not enroll at UCF that fall and instead waited to sign with ASU for 2017. 7 overall picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, if the season ended today. Below is one scenario that could play out in the Big Apple: It goes without saying that all of these picks are dependent upon the choices made prior to New York's picks. At 6-5, 232 pounds, Sanders is an off-ball linebacker with success as a pass rusher coming off a breakout year (103 tackles and 9.5 sacks). Round 3 (No. The two-time team captain was a second-team all-conference selection in 2021, leading the Hoosiers with 77 tackles, 15.5 for loss with 6.5 sacks, three pass breakups and two forced fumbles in 12 starts. This is a look at the first Big-bodied receiver Quentin Johnston was already off the board in my simulation before No. The 2022 NFL Draft is upon us and few teams are as well-positioned to make an impact as the New York Giants. Its possible he gets a few offers this spring. The Giants currently have the fifth and eighth picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, with that second picking coming from the Bears, who traded up last year in a deal with the Giants. Darius Slayton likely isnt high on the Giants list right now and Richie James who is not on this list could be a higher priority this offseason depending on the numbers. The Seahawks still need a long-term answer at quarterback, despite the emergence of Geno Smith. Round 6: Cameron Latu, TE, Alabama Instead of going with one of the top-ranked tight ends, I chose one later who still comes from a dynastic program in Alabama and brings some upside. Ohio State quarterback C.J. In his final season, he produced 9.5 sacks. But its still a perfect time to look ahead and see where things stand right now. 2023 New York Giants. The NFL offseason is about to get very, very interesting with executives and coaches arriving in Indianapolis this week for the leagues annual scouting Combine. She interned at The Denver Post and Field & Stream magazine. The 2022 NFL Draft starts on Thursday, April 28. If they cannot, let him stay in the building, ride out his contract, and move on after 2022. The Giants likely have a lower figure in mind. With a belief that they could be more than just a rebuilding team, the Giants ran head-first into the season instead of taking baby steps. That was a compensatory pick Kansas City received when former executive Ryan Poles was hired by the Bears to be their general manager. 1. 1. They'll then have to turn their attention to key contributors like defensive tackle Fabian Moreau, Julian Love, Jihad Ward and Jon Feliciano. https://giantswire.usatoday.com/lists/ranking-new-york-giants-top-10-pending-free-agents-by-importance/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. 7 overall.83.6 pass blocking grade in 2021 (highest by an Alabama TACKLE since 2018) ?? Follow Charlotte on Twitter @charlottecrrll, Ole Miss WR Jonathan Mingo would bring some needed size to the Giants receiver room. Of course, to bring in a big name takes big money something the Giants, without financial finagling, dont currently have. Hyatt is a perfect second-round choice and a potential steal with him ranking No. Other Giants 2022 UFAs include DTs Austin Johnson and Danny Shelton, OL Billy Price, QB Mike Glennon, and FS Nate Ebner. 25 part of the reason I chose Torrence so heres the wide receiver you were all waiting for. Jacksonville Jaguars: Bryan Bresee, DT, Clemson, 25. The three-star recruit from Saraland, Alabama, played in 14 games with one start as a true freshman (15 tackles, four pass breakups) for the national champions. Kansas City Chiefs: Dawand Jones, OT, Ohio State. Murphy is a great fit for any defensive scheme and has the physical potential to become a dominant edge rusher. The Jets are looking to build on their promising 2022 season with a pick in the top 15. Is there any more evidence of the lack of talent at the position than the Giants signing Jarrad Davis off waivers in Week 17, then starting him in both of their playoff games? While he likely wont be a star, he could be a good fit within Dabolls adaptable scheme. Veteran Mark Glowinski isnt the long-term solution at right guard, so with the plan of retaining quarterback Daniel Jones, the Giants need to give him solid protection, so he can thrive and continue proving he can be a franchise-caliber player. The Giants are not one of those teams. Tackle Nate Solder finally comes off New Yorks books, and the Giants will be looking to upgrade. 72): Auburn, EDGE, Derick Hall, Ranking the Giants' top 10 pending free agents by importance, Giants lose Saquon Barkley, add WR in CBS Sports free agency mock draft, Report: Jets 'open' to luring Daniel Jones away from Giants, Sean Payton called Eli Manning for recommendation on Davis Webb, NFL insider expects Daniel Jones' contract to be less than what's been reported, Giants, Dexter Lawrence have talked long-term extension, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Big Blue needs assistance at wide receiver in this passing league. -- by Chad Reuter, Flott is the cousin of former Tennessee WR Velus Jones Jr., who is also hoping to be picked in the 2022 NFL Draft. by Dan Parr & Chase Goodbread. Alabama coaches wasted no time getting him on the field, starting him in all 13 games at right guard in 2019 en route to an SEC All-Freshman Team selection. He started all 13 games for the Aztecs in 2021, catching a career-high 31 passes for 357 yards (11.5 per rec.) (Andy Lyons / Getty Images). Try a week on us. He lost 25 pounds while rehabbing his leg, and the improved movement helped him start 12 of 13 contests in 2019 (51 tackles, 4.5 for loss with 1.5 sacks). Jones, in three seasons, completed just 62.8% of his passes for 45 touchdowns, 29 interceptions, 6.6 yards per attempt, and a passer rating of 84.3. 7. *Advanced statistics from Pro Football Reference. His performance in 2022 was not his best, however. The 6-0, Draft information via Tankathon. Barkley can command anywhere from $10-14 million per annum on the open market. Neal is an intriguing option for the Giants because of his sheer size. Green Bay Packers: Cam Smith, CB, South Carolina, Ex-Buccaneers, Patriots star Tom Brady signs new deal, Huge news from Eagles Jason Kelce with Instagram announcement, Hospitalized WWE Hall of Famer fighting so hard; AEW star sentenced for DUI | Wrestling roundup, 16. 4/29/2022. -- by Chad Reuter. Nor any National Football League Team, or any NFLPA player. New York Jets: Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. Julian Love has improved with each season and is now one of the Giants top defensive players. The Temple transfer has good balance and was a highly productive player for the Nittany Lions last fall. February 28, 2023 8:39 am ET. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. There is much more at stake, all across the roster. If he shows off his potential during the pre-draft process expect him to be a top five guy. The only players guaranteed to be on the Giants roster in 2022 (barring a trade) are Leonard Williams, Kenny Golladay, Adoree Jackson, Logan Ryan, Andrew He opted out of the team's bowl game to prepare for the NFL draft. Neither do we. The Giants love their red zone tight end packages and a top-notch prospect to pair with Daniel Bellinger could open some exciting offensive opportunities. pic.twitter.com/ap80nrb9IR, Copyright 2008-2022 Drafttek.com. However, the Giants could stand to upgrade several areas, and if they leave enough cap space, it would be logical to do so in free agency. Scouts believe he brings good arm length and plays with above-average hand strength a good combination for defensive line coach Andre Patterson to work with. Sign up for the Giants Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. https://www.giants.com/video/giants-huddle-nfl-network-s-daniel-jeremiah He played in five games as a reserve his redshirt freshman season, and then became the starter at right guard for 12 of 13 appearances as a sophomore. Ikem Ekwonu is a name weve seen mocked to the Giants several times already. 2 or a low-end No. PFF lists Giants' biggest offseason needs John Fennelly February 5, 2022 9:55 am ET The 2022 NFL draft is less than three months away and is approaching When asked about why he picked Oregon, Thibodeaux said, "It was journalism. Either the tag or a short-term deal that is around the price of the tag.". Two of his uncles played football with the Miami Hurricanes and in the NFL: running back Cleveland Gary (first-round pick of the Rams in 1989) and defensive lineman Jimmie Jones (third-round pick of Dallas in 1990, where he won two Super Bowls). Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | First, do they even want him on their roster in 2022? He could very well be the top corner in the league for years to come. McKethan earned honorable mention All-ACC notice in 2020 after starting all 12 games at right guard and repeated that honor in 2021 for his play in all 13 games at right guard. Durch Klicken auf Alle akzeptieren erklren Sie sich damit einverstanden, dass Yahoo und unsere Partner Ihre personenbezogenen Daten verarbeiten und Technologien wie Cookies nutzen, um personalisierte Anzeigen und Inhalte zu zeigen, zur Messung von Anzeigen und Inhalten, um mehr ber die Zielgruppe zu erfahren sowie fr die Entwicklung von Produkten. The combine, free agency and individual pro days will continue to shape the Giants big board ahead of the NFL Draft, but before those events take place, heres an early seven-round mock draft. You could make the same argument with Evan Engram, who has never managed to fill his potential since being drafted. and returning punts (6-20-3.3) in 13 games with 12 starts. Remember, these Day 3 slots wont be finalized until the compensatory selections are official. After making two top-10 selections in the 2022 draft, the Giants are set to select near the end of the opening night. This is a huge position on an NFL roster and it helps to get it right. They have nine selections, and desperately need their 2022 draft class to make an immediate, positive impact. Gardner-Johnson, Jessie Bates III and Jamel Deal would also be logical targets in free agency. The Giants will be needing running backs no matter how this offseason shakes out and Matt Breida is a reliable, versatile back to have. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Two players fifth-round Atlanta Falcons: Jalen Carter, DT, Georgia. Wide receiver is a bit of a surprise, but Wan'Dale Robinson ranks in the 95th percentile for Breakout Age and 99th percentile for Target Share. 2022 NFL draft: Giants officially have 9 picks Dan Benton March 17, 2022 10:55 am ET The NFL awarded 39 compensatory picks in the 2022 NFL draft to a total of Round 7: Daniel Scott, S, Cal Like Howden, Scott could provide depth at safety while finding a role on special teams. After being one of the leagues worst just a couple short years ago, theyve developed into arguably the My thinking is essentially this: if the Giants intend to keep James Bradberry, then draft one of those remaining edge rushers here, whether that ends up being Florida State's Jermaine Johnson II, Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux or Georgia's Travon Walker. Jones is rumored to be asking for $45 million per season. How do the Giants free agents rank among the best available in 2022? After one year, the New York Giants have the worst 2022 NFL draft class in the NFC East, according to grades from NFL Network. If the Giants are able to lock down those spots for a decade, then it makes the odds of repairing the interior offensive line feel far less daunting. https://giantswire.usatoday.com/lists/new-york-giants-address-multiple-needs-draft-wire-three-round-2022-mock/, Round 1 (No. Let me explain: Torrence is a hard prospect to ignore if hes still available and some of the other big name receivers were already off the board by the time I picked. or free agency and try to move Jones if they can. Philadelphia Eagles: Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State. That said, theres plenty of time to change my mind, and thats what should happen based on all the events to come. NFL Draft 2022: Why Giants might have to take 75 cents on the dollar if Joe Schoen wants to trade back. It meant All-Pro Dexter Lawrence was playing a ton of snaps too many, probably, given how important he is to the defense. Carolina Panthers (from Patriots): Quentin Johnston, WR, TCU, 15. Published: Nov 15, 2021 at 11:30 PM. "His ability as a ball-winner on the outside would be welcome on any team. 26 overall pick. Chicago Bears (from Cowboys): Peter Skoronski, OT, Northwestern, 27. He started all 10 games at the nickel spot in 2020 (43 tackles, 4.5 for loss, four pass breakups) and then lined up at cornerback, nickel and safety during the 2021 season because of injuries in the Tigers' secondary (41 tackles, one interception, three pass breakups). Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. And now, one year after making two top-10 picks, Big Blue finds itself on the back end of the first -- by Chad Reuter, Belton was an all-state pick at Tampa's Jesuit High School, but his father, Danny, grew up in Iowa and was a big Hawkeyes fan. All Rights Reserved. With Barkley back or not, Spears or even another running back isnt a bad idea at this point in the draft. Justin Fields showed enough for the Bears to see what he can do with a better team around him. With Andrew Thomas showing improvement this season, Neal could be the bookend tackle that the team has coveted. WR Zay Flowers is becoming one of the more polarizing players when discussing the Giants draft plans. TE San Diego State. McFadden was named a third-team Associated Press All-American and first-team all-league pick in 2020, leading his squad with 58 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss with six sacks and two picks in eight games (seven starts). Tyler Linderbaum is another name weve frequently seen mocked to the Giants. Martin Emerson Jr. is the sort of depth cornerback we talked about earlier on. Privacy Policy. But is he an answer to the Giants interior lineman issues? The New York Giants weren't supposed to make it this far. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/draft/free/stories, at Last years late rounder competes against one last year from an aging star. Therefore, the Giants should treat him as a backup. And while it would be amazing to team him up with Garrett Wilson, they desperately need some reliable blocking for their new quarterback whoever that is. She previously covered the University of Connecticut basketball and the WNBA's Connecticut Sun for The Athletic and wrote for Sports Illustrated. Changes are coming for the New York Giants, and in our offseason preview, we explore their team needs, 2022 salary cap, and NFL Draft picks. The Here is a list of the Giants top 10 unrestricted free agents and what the team may do with them. Sign up for the Giants Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Gettleman critics certainly have plenty of reasons to trash his tenure, but not every decision he made was wrong. Our first trade of the draft as the Patriots trade up to get a guy who was extremely productive as a wide receiver in college: he put up nearly 1,600 receiving yards in 2021 with Pittsburgh, tying for the FBS lead with 17 touchdowns, he transferred to USC in 2022 and finished with nearly 900 yards receiving and eight touchdowns. Will Injuries Hamper Kenny Golladay Signing With WR-Needy Teams Like Baltimore, Houston, or Chicago? Fr nhere Informationen zur Nutzung Ihrer Daten lesen Sie bitte unsere Datenschutzerklrung und Cookie-Richtlinie. Wideouts like Wake Forest's A.T. Perry, LSU's Kayshon Boutte and SMU's Rashee Rice could all fall within its range. They are slated to make at least nine draft picks with a high likelihood of adding a couple more through the compensatory pick system. John Schmeelk sits down with NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah to discuss the Giants' biggest needs in free agency, building the offense and good fits in the 2023 NFL Matt Citak: Fact - The Giants have several talented and promising young players on the roster, including guys such as Dexter Lawrence, Kayvon Thibodeaux and Xavier McKinney, just to name a few. Please check your email for a confirmation. Dies geschieht in Ihren Datenschutzeinstellungen. He was a four-star recruit and Mr. Football in the state of Kentucky as a senior at Western Hills High School (6,795 career rushing yards, averaged 11 yards per carry). 6 and No. GiantsBlueBlooded (@RealTlkFB) February 2, 2023 The top WR set to hit the open market is New England's Jakobi Meyers, who had 67 receptions for 804 yards and six touchdowns in 2022. But in this draft, they settle for the last top-tier guy on the board: Richardson has a lot to learn, but hes got massive potential and could be in a perfect situation with Josh McDaniels. This upcoming week from Indianapolis, this years They have a great chance to strengthen their defense and add an impact pass rusher here in Anderson, who had 10 sacks for Alabama last year. Schoen will start by attempting to retain his own impending free agents. So a little depth would be very beneficial here, and Young could provide that at 6-3, 315 pounds. And hes proven himself as a three-year starter on one of the best teams in college football. He scored seven times through the air while rushing for 111 yards (seven carries, 15.9 per att.) After five straight seasons below .500, they carried very low expectations into the 2022 season. They burst into the playoffs with a wild-card berth and an upset win over the Minnesota Vikings in the opening round before falling to the Philadelphia Eagles 38-7 in the divisional round on Saturday. Ezeudu missed the first two games of 2020 with a lower-body injury but still played well enough in his 10 starts (three at right tackle, seven at left guard) to receive third-team All-ACC accolades from league coaches. Casey Kreiter is a top long-snapper and the Giants, unless they have another player in mind, are likely to keep him in the fold. As the 2022 NFL Draft approaches, Fortner is a player that sounds increasingly less likely to be available in the fourth round. The latter led the group with just 724 receiving yards, and there isn't a legitimate No. A "nifty weapon" sounds like something that would be fun to see in Daboll's offense. So we see this as an opportunity for them to take the best player available, and Branch has great coverage skills and strength, could be just that player to help solidify the back of the Giants defense. This means that, for them, the realistic first-round options will depend on how the early stages of the draft unfold. The New York Giants selected 11 players in the 2022 NFL draft, many of whom would play extensive roles for the clubs as rookies. WR Zay Flowers is becoming one of the more polarizing players when discussing the Giants draft plans. If thats the case, the Giants might re-sign him to a market-friendly deal. At this stage of the draft, odds of hitting on a pick are very slim so the idea of taking multiple players at a position of need appeals to me. Nick Wojton. 2022 Allen managed to recruit McFadden to IU despite the linebacker being named the Florida Player of the Year with 211 tackles and 39 tackles for loss as a senior. Free agency begins in about Managing Editor, Giants.com. All rights reserved (About Us). Round 7: Dante Stills, DL, West Virginia Remember what I said about line depth? The Giants did re-sign waiver claim Isaiah Hodgins, who was set to become an exclusive rights free agent, after he impressed during the second half of the season. Hes a very sound linebacker and a potential Day 1 starter coming in the second round. However, it is not too much of a stretch to think it could play out that way. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Still just 20 years old, Flott pairs above-average athletic traits with inside-outside flexibility. At 5-10, 204 pounds, Spears showed how explosive he could be in Mobile and how hard he was to catch once he got out into the open. He was an honorable mention All-Pac-12 pick and the conference Defensive Freshman of the Year in 2019 with 35 tackles, including a team-high 14 tackles for loss with nine sacks, three pass breakups and one blocked kick in 14 games with five starts. But still ahead is the most important part of the process: the draft. Sauce Gardner showed last year with the Jets just how much of an impact a cornerback can make as a rookie. The 2022 NFL Draft is upon us and few teams are as well-positioned to make an impact as the New York Giants. -- by Chad Reuter, Neal's size and athleticism made him one of the top-10 recruits in the country out of IMG Academy in Florida. The Giants add to their pass-rush needs with Kayvon Thibodeaux at #5. Thank you for relying on us to provide the journalism you can trust. Jamie Gillans ability is not in question. 22 on Dane Bruglers big board. Tackles and coverage players are always in demand. 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