5 WRs the NY Giants should monitor early on in the 2023 NFL Draft
1. USC WR Jordan Addison
When most people think of the best receiver in this year’s draft class, Jordan Addison often comes to mind. While you could certainly make arguments for guys like Quentin Johnston and Smith-Njigba, we personally think it’s Addison.
This is mostly due to his super high floor, and the consistency he brings on the field, something the Giants have really struggled with at receiver for a while now. Addison brings a lot to the table as a receiver and the Giants shouldn’t hesitate to draft him if he falls to them at No. 26.
In 11 games at USC last season, Addison caught 59 passes for 875 yards and eight touchdowns. These numbers may not be the most eye-popping, but watching Addison play shows off all the talent you need to see in order to know that he will be great in this league.
Addison is the definition of dependable at the wide receiver position, dropping just two passes this past season and as we all know, the Giants need someone with consistent hands. Alongside this, Addison played in just three games where he was held under 45+ yards.
While there is some concern surrounding his lack of strength, he checks off every other box to the point where that might not even matter. Obviously it wouldn’t hurt to add a couple of pounds of muscle, but it isn’t the end of the world if he opts not to. Addison has standout WR written all over him.
