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The additions of Olivier Vernon and Damon Harrison, along with the
re-signing of Jason Pierre-Paul will most likely alter the Giants first round
plans, especially if a Defensive lineman comes off the board early. Hargreaves
is a great alternate choice when considering the current state of the secondary.
Adding his prowess as corner to the likes of Rodgers-Cromartie and Janoris
Jenkins could really shake things up and create a more than formidable pass
defense.
Alternatives: Deforest Buckner DE Oregon, Joey Bosa DE Ohio State,
Ezekiel Elliott RB Ohio State
Round 2: Reggie Ragland LB Alabama
Despite signing two players in the offseason, the Giants still
don't have a long term answer at linebacker. Ragland has great play recognition
and big hit ability; qualities you want out of a skilled middle linebacker.
Considering there has been a carousel of underwhelming LB's moving through the
Giants for quite some time, it would be nice to finally get a player talented
enough to hold down that spot for a few years.
Alternatives: Chris Jones DE Mississippi State, Tyler Boyd WR Pittsburgh,
Noah Spence DE Easter Kentucky
Round 3: Landon Turner G North Carolina
The Giants still lack depth at guard so they'll need to make
certain that they take care of it. Turner has a big body that can overpower
smaller lineman pretty easily. Though there is concern about his lateral
movement, which could make him vulnerable to pass rushers, I see no problem
with Big Blue selecting him as insurance for an often injury prone position.
Alternatives: Christian Westerman G Arizona State, Deion Jones LB
LSU, Vonn Bell S Ohio State
Round 4: C.J. Prosise RB Notre Dame
Andre Williams has been underwhelming as the backup running back
and the Giants will need to find someone that will provide a little more pop
behind Rashad Jennings. Prosise brings a skill set that is comparable to Shane
Vereen, quick direction change, downhill speed, and excellent hands. Seeing the
success Vereen had the offense last season, there is no doubt Prosise could
have the same impact right alongside him.
Alternatives: Kevin Seymour CB USC, Austin Johnson DT Penn State,
Scooby Wright LB Arizona
Round 5: Jayron Kearse S Clemson
This one is simple, there is a glaring hole at the safety position
that need to be filled ASAP so the Giants should take the best player available
to them. At 6'4" Kearse is pretty tall for a safety, which works in his
favor when it comes to jumping and tackling, however there is a concern that
with that length comes a lack of speed and motion. Despite this, he could be
very versatile if given the right direction ad motivation.
Alternatives: DeAndre Houston-Carson S William & Mary, Connor
McGovern G Missouri, Keanu Neal S Florida
Round 6: Kolby Listenbee WR TCU
Adding another receiver is something that has been talked about
off and on for a few months now. It is likely the team will look into this
earlier in the draft, but there is no guarantee a receiver will worth taking
earlier will become available. With no 7th round pick to play with the Giants will
have to take a chance on a potential diamond in the rough in Listenbee, who has
the big play ability that has made both Beckham and Cruz famous in New York.
Alternatives: DeAndre Washington RB Texas Tech, Luther Maddy DT
Virginia Tech, T.J. Green S Clemson
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