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New York Giants: 5 potential replacements for Pugh, Richburg

By Henry Buggy

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 18: Weston Richburg #70 of the New York Giants takes the field before playing against the New Orleans Saints at MetLife Stadium on September 18, 2016 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 18: Weston Richburg #70 of the New York Giants takes the field before playing against the New Orleans Saints at MetLife Stadium on September 18, 2016 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) /
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#4 – Frank Ragnow

ARLINGTON, TX – SEPTEMBER 23: David Williams #33 of the Arkansas Razorbacks celebrates his touchdown with Frank Ragnow #72 in the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies at AT&T Stadium on September 23, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX – SEPTEMBER 23: David Williams #33 of the Arkansas Razorbacks celebrates his touchdown with Frank Ragnow #72 in the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies at AT&T Stadium on September 23, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /

If the Giants decide to replace Richburg, the 2018 draft will provide plenty of options.

Arkansas’ 6-foot-5, 309-pound center is one of the top prospects at his position in this year’s draft class and could end up being a steal depending on where he is selected.

Ragnow is coming off a season-ending ankle injury but was Pro Football Focus’ top graded center when on the field in 2017.

NFL Network draft analyst Lance Zierlein projects the Razorbacks center to be a second to third-round draft selection. Ragnow has drawn comparisons with Houston Texans center Nick Martin, and at least one NFL scout expects him to be an early starter at the next level.

"“He’s a tough guy and a leader in that locker room. He’s got the personality that you want your center to have and he’s got good strength. I see him as an early starter in the league.”"

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