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New York Giants: Sleeper Report NFL Draft Edition

By Alexander Wilson

Jan 1, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines wide receiver Jehu Chesson (86) celebrates after catching a touchdown during the second quarter against the Florida Gators in the 2016 Citrus Bowl at Orlando Citrus Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines wide receiver Jehu Chesson (86) celebrates after catching a touchdown during the second quarter against the Florida Gators in the 2016 Citrus Bowl at Orlando Citrus Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /
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RB De’Veon Smith, Michigan

Nov 19, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back De’Veon Smith (4) avoids the tackle by Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Tony Fields (19) in the first half at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back De’Veon Smith (4) avoids the tackle by Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Tony Fields (19) in the first half at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /

Projected to be drafted in round 4-6 is the University of Michigan product De’Veon Smith.

Smith’s numbers suffered in 2016 due to splitting carries, but still managed 4.7 yards per carry. Overall, he had 846 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. Not too shabby for 50 percent of the carries.

Smith is a downhill runner and has the ability to make tacklers miss. He can cut into the open field for big gains as he has good vision. His tough mentality would be a nice fit into the New York Giants running back tandem as they are in need of a back with some power.

His blocking skills are solid and can catch out of the backfield which is a huge plus. Smith was invited to the Senior Bowl in 2016, where he showed he is more than capable of taking on an NFL size load.

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