-- by Chad Reuter, Davidson was a first-team All-Arizona selection at Desert Ridge High School and planned on signing with Central Florida for the 2016 season. One option could be releasing the 2021 free-agent addition and massive disappointment Kenny Golladay. If Slayton moves on, New York needs a true deep threat to replace the teams leading receiver in 2022 (724 yards). So, depending on how free agency shakes out, some more receiver depth will likely be needed. While he likely wont be a star, he could be a good fit within Dabolls adaptable scheme. 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. The 2022 NFL Draft is upon us and few teams are as well-positioned to make an impact as the New York Giants. Young is the most decorated and best quarterback in this class. The answer to the second question is somewhat murkier with Jones expected to earn a guaranteed $21.4 million in 2023 if they do decide to pick up the option. Schoen said that Shepard is one of his favorite players, which could mean the Giants are willing to keep rolling with Shepard regardless of his injury history. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. When a team is as bad as the Giants, free agency is often addition by subtraction. And probably should be back. This Las Vegas product was They'll then have to turn their attention to key contributors like defensive tackle Fabian Moreau, Julian Love, Jihad Ward and Jon Feliciano. However, it is not too much of a stretch to think it could play out that way. Even if Barkley stays, another back isnt a bad option as Matt Breida, the Giants third-leading rusher (220 yards) behind Barkley (1,312) an Jones (708), is nearly 28 years old and headed for free agency. Be sure out our list of top free agents available at each position to find out. -- by Chad Reuter, "Dale" transferred from Nebraska to Kentucky for the 2021 season to be closer to his hometown of Frankfort - his grandmother's post-COVID complications were one factor. From there, they can work on a longer-term deal with Jones and hopefully bring him into the fold at a reasonable number. 2023 New York Giants. Round 3 (No. According to a report by ESPN in December, the answer to the first question is yes. That year is over, however. Here is our latest mock draft for the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft: 1. Free agency begins in about Here is a list of the Giants top 10 unrestricted free agents and what the team may do with them. If push comes to shove, theyll start by slapping the franchise tag on him, which is worth $32.4 million for this season. Spears could provide the spark the Giants offense will need if Barkley does leave. Thank you for relying on us to provide the journalism you can trust. Latu has a reputation for being smart and versatile. Thats the way it worked out here, and he gives the Falcons defense a key building block as they try to get back to relevance. Detroit Lions: Will Levis, QB, Kentucky. That inauspicious era was marred by a number of terrible key decisions: Taking Saquon Barkley over Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson; selecting Daniel Jones sixth overall; and giving out terrible contracts to Golden Tate, Patrick Omameh, and Kenny Golladay, to name a few. He then started seven of 13 appearances as a redshirt freshman the next season (two at left tackle, five at left guard). Hes ready made to make an impact right away as an edge rusher at 6-5, 275 pounds. 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. There was always an expectation that theyd add a linebacker in this class, with Blake Martinez and Tae Crowder leading a LB room that possesses little talent and depth. 26. by Dan Parr & Chase Goodbread. The Giants continue to rebuild their defense in the 2022 NFL Draft with Indiana linebacker Micah McFadden. It meant All-Pro Dexter Lawrence was playing a ton of snaps too many, probably, given how important he is to the defense. Oh, and two of New York's top receivers, Darius Slayton and Richie James, are also scheduled to be free agents this spring. Cornerback is an urgent draft priority for the Eagles given Bradberrys looming departure and Darius Slays age (32). Neal has a chance to be a stalwart on the Giants' line for years to come. On the defensive side, prospects like Utah cornerback Clark Phillips III, South Carolina cornerback Cam Smith, Clemson linebacker Trenton Simpson and Baylor defensive lineman Siaki Ika could all make sense. If they cannot, let him stay in the building, ride out his contract, and move on after 2022. The Giants, who picked up an additional first-round pick in a trade with the Chicago Bears last April, are locked into the fifth and seventh overall selections. It just makes too much sense given the lack of quality quarterback play in the league for these teams to invest big capital into this position. Flott allowed a passer rating of 73.3 last season with a completion percentage of just 51.1%. Kenny Golladay will likely be cut. 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WebWhat a division the NFC East has turned out to be. The biggest defensive priority, though, should be finding a standout run-stuffer to lead the linebacker corps. Pick 7 (112) Daniel Bellinger. He excelled at a second-team All-SEC level by ranking third in the country with a school-record 104 receptions that covered 1,334 yards, also a Kentucky record. Will Injuries Hamper Kenny Golladay Signing With WR-Needy Teams Like Baltimore, Houston, or Chicago? His game took a step up in 2020, when he garnered second-team All-American Athletic Conference honors (58 tackles, 7.5 for loss with 2.5 sacks, two interceptions, four pass break-ups). (Top photo of OCyrus Torrence: Michael Wade / Icon Sportswire via Getty Images). Each is ranked between 20th and 32nd overall on the Bleacher Report Scouting Department's latest draft board. But is he an answer to the Giants interior lineman issues? Gibbs, who proved himself at one of the top college programs in the nation, would fit in nicely and have an immediate chance to contribute. The 6-0, Or New York could look to finally find its No. Unfortunately, there isn't a clear-cut No. 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. 14. Three teams would be holding multiple 2022 NFL Draft picks inside the top 11 if the season ended today. Having Saquon Barkley in the backfield is great, but he could use some help up front, and Ekwonu has been an all-conference pick at both guard and tackle. The Giants would be absolutely insane to commit to that fifth year. The 2022 NFL Draft is upon us and few teams are as well-positioned to make an impact as the New York Giants. Ohio State quarterback C.J. Theres a role in the 49ers offense for wide receiver Danny Gray. Ezeudu is an elite athlete with the versatility to play both guard and tackle. 1. Gardner-Johnson, Jessie Bates III and Jamel Deal would also be logical targets in free agency. Seattle Seahawks: C.J. The first-team all-conference selection led Oregon with 12 tackles for loss and 7.0 sacks among his 50 total tackles in 11 games (nine starts) before opting out of the team's bowl game to prepare for the NFL draft. After five straight seasons below .500, they carried very low expectations into the 2022 season. Fr nhere Informationen zur Nutzung Ihrer Daten lesen Sie bitte unsere Datenschutzerklrung und Cookie-Richtlinie. If he shows off his potential during the pre-draft process expect him to be a top five guy. But dont forget, the Giants have a slew of young linemen they are high on such as 2022 drafts Joshua Ezeudu and Marcus McKethan. Charlotte Carroll covers the New York Giants for The Athletic. Andy Vasquez may be reached at avasquez@njadvancemedia.com. However, Daboll found ways to get the most out of the roster and unlocked the potential of Jones, who finally lived up to his billing as the sixth overall pick in the 2019 NFL draft. 1 recruit of the 2019 class coming out of Los Angeles' Oaks Christian High School. The Giants top option, Adoree Jackson, is playing in the final year of his contract while the other starter, waiver claim Fabian Moreau, is a free agent. Going with a guard in the first round is typically frowned upon, but the 6-5, 337 pound Torrence has the ability to immediately come in and be an impact player for the Giants in both the running and passing games. Another position in desperate need of an upgrade is linebacker. Nick Wojton. The Giants desperately need to add quality wide receiver talent during this draft, but Im not doing that yet. But the Giants issues go far deeper than that. You could make the same argument with Evan Engram, who has never managed to fill his potential since being drafted. Sign up for the Giants Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. The New York Giants face a pivotal offseason with many difficult decisions to be made as they attempt to build on their 2022 success. All Rights Reserved. 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. Howden reportedly impressed at the East West Shrine Bowl with observers suggesting he can be a fundamentally sound safety with some upside as a sticky coverage defender. As the 2022 NFL Draft approaches, Fortner is a player that sounds increasingly less likely to be available in the fourth round. Minnesota Vikings: Trenton Simpson, LB, Clemson, 24. After one year, the New York Giants have the worst 2022 NFL draft class in the NFC East, according to grades from NFL Network. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). And Stroud could be in a perfect situation to learn behind Smith for a year or two while also pushing him for the job. 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. The 2022 offseason is officially underway. But I like this pick, because football is a game won in the trenches, and the Giants quite simply arent good enough up front right now. Neal moved to right tackle in 2020, leading the team's offense for all 13 games on its way to a CFP National Championship. Looking at the positional value of running backs these days, its tough to justify giving Barkley a monster second contract given his injury history and the fact that the running back-by-committee approach has been successful throughout the league. Buffalo Bills: Antonio Johnson, S, Texas A&M, 28. He started all 13 games for the Aztecs in 2021, catching a career-high 31 passes for 357 yards (11.5 per rec.) Thibodeaux (pronounced TIB-uh-doh) was the consensus No. *Advanced statistics from Pro Football Reference. 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. Jon Feliciano was signed as a one-year stopgap to help acclimate the team to Brian Dabolls offense. Los Angeles Chargers: Clark Phillips III, CB, Utah, 22. Kansas City Chiefs: Dawand Jones, OT, Ohio State. The Jets are looking to build on their promising 2022 season with a pick in the top 15. 23 on his big board. Jones is set to be a free agent when the market opens on March 15, and retaining him should be priority No. Its possible he gets a few offers this spring. New York Giants: Brian Branch, S, Alabama. He provides great length and physicality down the field. 7 overall picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, if the season ended today. Carter has been projected by many as the top pick in the draft, but given the talent at other important positions, he could drop to somewhere in this range. The Giants add to their pass-rush needs with Kayvon Thibodeaux at #5. Once the Giants get things sorted out at the top, the attention will turn to overhauling a roster that, outside of the skill positions, was really bad in 2021. https://giantswire.usatoday.com/lists/new-york-giants-address-multiple-needs-draft-wire-three-round-2022-mock/, Round 1 (No. TE San Diego State. There is much more at stake, all across the roster. Giants general manager Joe Schoen is coming off a fairly promising start to rebuilding the Giants roster. According to Brugler, this represents another value pick, with Sanders ranking No. Based on New York's current needs, though, a few prospects feel like logical early draft targets. News never stops. 31. Stroud, QB, Ohio State. pic.twitter.com/ap80nrb9IR, Copyright 2008-2022 Drafttek.com. Trade: The Bears traded No. Two players fifth-round Most recent team needs update: A reliable and physical receiver like Rice could do wonders for Jones' continued development as a passer. New York Jets: Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia. This means that, for them, the realistic first-round options will depend on how the early stages of the draft unfold. Quarterback is a big worry, no doubt. In fact, one of his last big moves helped set the Giants up for the future. Beavers not only graduated to first-team all-conference honors in 2021 (102 tackles, 11.5 for loss, with 4.5 sacks, one interception, two pass break-ups, two forced fumbles in 14 starts) but was also named a finalist for the Butkus Award, given to the nation's top linebacker. With Barkley back or not, Spears or even another running back isnt a bad idea at this point in the draft. If both pan out, then the Giants are in an enviable position of having depth. Theres a big need and Sanders, who is still available in the third round in our mock run, offers a great solution. His career begins on special teams with the chance of developing rotational player. 1 target on the roster. With his long speed and ability to stretch the field, Hyatt pegs as a potential replacement for free agent Darius Slayton. He did not enroll at UCF that fall and instead waited to sign with ASU for 2017. 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). Neal is an intriguing option for the Giants because of his sheer size. The 2022 season was a huge turnaround campaign for the Giants. Follow Charlotte on Twitter @charlottecrrll, Ole Miss WR Jonathan Mingo would bring some needed size to the Giants receiver room. Note: Players are ranked from most important on down. The bad news is that much of that money is likely to dissipate quickly. So a little depth would be very beneficial here, and Young could provide that at 6-3, 315 pounds. 25 part of the reason I chose Torrence so heres the wide receiver you were all waiting for. 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