Well, the NFL draft has come and gone, and now we are left evaluating the new additions.
The New York Giants filled some big holes on the offense and defense, coming away with a solid crop of rookies.
To start off the draft, Jerry Reese opted to go after Mississippi tight end Evan Engram instead of an offensive lineman. Why? Because this year’s OL class was weak, and Engram is basically a replica of Jordan Reed (Redskins star tight end).
New York Giants fans were tweeting, yelling, screaming and even sulking at the fact Reese didn’t address the offensive line in the first two days of the draft.
Offensive line is Big Blue’s biggest hole and not addressing it until the sixth-round may come to haunt Reese in the near future.
The assumption is that Reese is confident in D.J. Fluker providing support on the line, and that Bisnowaty can contribute in a limited role.
What Bisnowaty brings to the table
The Pittsburgh tackle brings a mean style of play and will grind it out until the final whistle. He’s a bull and adding his presence to the mix with bode well for a rather soft line.
Reese stated regarding offensive lineman in the draft, “We thought that there wasn’t a lot left on the board in respect to offensive line. He could’ve easily been there but we had a little huddle and said let’s go get this guy if we can. We gave up our seventh round pick to get him.”
Personally, I am a fan of the pick. I think Bisnowaty can develop nicely at tackle if given the proper tools. He’s a mean player and will bring the fire on every play, something the Giants need to bolster their overall line performance.
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Wayne Gallman provides a spark and a change of pace
Reese addressed the running back position in round four, selecting Clemson star, Wayne Gallman. Racking up 1133 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns in 2016 was Gallman, proving he can carry the load.
"“He provides a spark, a change-of-pace type,” coach Ben McAdoo said. “He has a lot of upside.”"
Nicknamed “The Train,” Gallman is known for his versatility and burst of power. Although he doesn’t represent a power back, he still acquires the ability to leave a few bruises in his wake.
At 6’0″ and 215 lbs., “The Train” stands above average in height for a running back.
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Big Blue has shown interest in former Patriot LeGarratte Blount, but the selection of Gallman may derail their plans to add the power runner.
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I think the selection of Gallman avoids a major hole at running back, as most of the runners on the roster have similar skill sets. The Clemson star doesn’t fit the power back role but can pack a punch if called upon.
Gallman was quite confused as to why he slipped to the third-round stating on Twitter, “I promise . . . these teams will see my worth for years to come.”
If he lives up to his own expectations, the Giants could come away with one of the steals of the draft.
Avery Moss troubled, but talented
In the fifth-round, Reese addressed the defensive side of the ball selecting troubled defensive end Avery Moss.
Moss was charged with indecent exposure while attending Nebraska, and after entering a dormitory he was banned from, was dismissed from the school.
After working at a car dealership for a year, Moss enrolled at Youngstown State where he shined as a defensive end.
"According to NFL draft profiles Avery is, “Long-limbed and does something with it. Can be slippery with ability to slide off a centered block and work towards the edge. Pulls himself around a block. Very good athlete with loose, explosive hips.”"
Clearly, Avery has the physical tools to develop nicely behind JPP and Olivier Vernon.
Hopefully, his past won’t catch up with him and he will be an exemplary athlete on and off the field.