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New York Giants 7-round mock draft 4.0, post-free agency

By Henry Buggy

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 27: A view of the stage prior to the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on April 27, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 27: A view of the stage prior to the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on April 27, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /
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No. 22 – UTEP OG Will Hernandez

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – MARCH 02: UTEP offensive lineman Will Hernandez in action during the 2018 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – MARCH 02: UTEP offensive lineman Will Hernandez in action during the 2018 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

Many Giants fans may be disappointed to miss out on Nelson by trading back. That will quickly fade if Big Blue lands Will Hernandez with the 22nd overall pick.

The 6-foot-2, 348-pound guard is the definition of a Hog Molly. He has the strength, footwork, and athleticism to immediately start at the next level. His biggest weakness is his height and arm length but that won’t stop him from finding early success.

Hernandez has drawn comparisons with Buffalo Bills four-time Pro Bowler Richie Incognito. One NFC Scout explains what teams will be getting in UTEP’s former second-team All-American, via NFL Network.

"“He’s exactly what you are looking for in terms of his work ethic and how much he loves the game. He will clique instantly in the offensive line room and he will be one of the strongest and toughest guys on the team as soon as he makes the roster. The only thing that scares me are those short arms."

The Giants could plug Hernandez into the starting left guard position, placing him next to Solder. The addition would instantly improve New York’s ground game and pass protection.

Trading back allows Big Blue the opportunity to add multiple impact players to positions of need. The selections of Davenport and Hernandez would be a good start to Gettleman’s first draft as New York’s general manager.

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