This is a look at the first-round order for the 2022 NFL Draft heading into Week 15 of the 2021 NFL season, along with the top three needs for each team. Three teams would be holding multiple 2022 NFL Draft picks inside the top 11 if the season ended today. The first round of the 2022 NFL Draft could hardly have gone better for the New York Giants. The defending NFC champions are likely to lose James Bradberry in free agency, so it just makes sense for them to go out and get one of the best corners in the country during the draft. The 2022 offseason is officially underway. However, inside the organization, they need to know that a QB addition is not simply going to make them Super Bowl contenders. 1. Thibodeaux (pronounced TIB-uh-doh) was the consensus No. With all the top OTs still on the board, GM Joe Shoen picks the top edge rusher still on the board. And the Bears didnt have a single player with more than four sacks in 2022. However, doing so would leave a lot of dead money (around $20 million) and it could leave the Giants with a void in terms of veterans at some positions. They could also use a little added depth at cornerback and perhaps a two-way tight end. New York Giants Needs, Pre-Draft Analysis: NFL Draft 2022 There wasnt any pop out of last years draft Azeez Ojulari came up with eight sacks, and that was about it but this one has to dominate with the fifth overall pick, the seventh, and with three of the top 36 and five in the top 81. With Super Bowl LVI now in the rearview mirror, the focus for all 32 teams across the National Football League can turn towards the 2022 season. 1 target on the roster. The 33rd Teams 2022 NFL Draft Do-Over. With a belief that they could be more than just a rebuilding team, the Giants ran head-first into the season instead of taking baby steps. Enter Torrence a potential first-round pick last year who transferred from the Louisiana to Florida to test his mettle in the SEC (he passed with flying colors, earning All-American honors). 23 on his big board. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. The Giants can clear more than $30 million in space by cutting James Bradberry, Blake Martinez, Sterling Shepard, and Kyle Rudolph. The 6-0, McFadden was named a third-team Associated Press All-American and first-team all-league pick in 2020, leading his squad with 58 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss with six sacks and two picks in eight games (seven starts). He led the team in total tackles last season (by a lot) and his versatility will be difficult to replace. A new coordinator wants vets who know his system. Houston Texans: Bryce Young, QB, Alabama. and returning punts (6-20-3.3) in 13 games with 12 starts. Since the Bears were terrible this year, that first-rounder will end up in the top 10. A reunion with cornerback James Bradberry would make sense if the 29-year-old is open to it. We figure hell be back this year unless another team blows him away with a big contract. Once the Giants get things sorted out at the top, the attention will turn to overhauling a roster that, outside of the skill positions, was really bad in 2021. Philadelphia Eagles: Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State. Feb 14, 2022 at 12:28 PM. Pick 7 (112) Daniel Bellinger. Looking at the positional value of running backs these days, its tough to justify giving Barkley a monster second contract given his injury history and the fact that the running back-by-committee approach has been successful throughout the league. Round 3 (No. As it stands, it seems as though the Giants will be parting with the very talented but expensive cornerback. Quarterback is a big worry, no doubt. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/draft/free/stories, at Note: Players are ranked from most important on down. 14. Detroit Lions: Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame, 19. But I like this pick, because football is a game won in the trenches, and the Giants quite simply arent good enough up front right now. The 2022 NFL Draft is upon us and few teams are as well-positioned to make an impact as the New York Giants. He was an honorable mention all-conference pick in 2021, starting nine games at left guard and two at left tackle. He comes from a strong SEC school and theres a lot to work with here. Hes a bit undersized and didnt have a lot of ball production in college, but he is a good athlete with man coverage skills. The New York Giants season is mercifully over and attention can now turn to an offseason that will see them with a number of pending free agents, a number of team needs, and some high-leverage draft picks. Indianapolis Colts: Myles Murphy, Edge, Clemson. "Rice is a high-end No. After grabbing high-end Evan Neal, Giants continue to build up their offensive line with Joshua Ezeudu. The Giants could well find themselves below $25 million in cap space after signing Jones and Barkley or tagging one of them. They should bring in a new starter through a trade (Russell Wilson, anyone?) In this mock, Torrence made the most sense for the Giants. 1 receiver in the 2023 free-agent receiver pool either. Nor any National Football League Team, or any NFLPA player. Therefore, the Giants should treat him as a backup. Update: The Giants fired Joe Judge as head coach and Dave Gettleman retired as general manager. Bellinger then started 11 of 13 appearances the following fall (15-201-13.4, three TDs) before garnering honorable mention All-Mountain West Conference accolades in 2020 (21-203-9.7 in eight starts). All Rights Reserved. The Giants are not losing game-wrecking playmakers at the tight end position, but they will be faced with the dilemma of replacing ample production from Kyle Rudolph and Evan Engram. My thinking is essentially this: if the Giants intend to keep James Bradberry, then draft one of those remaining edge rushers here, whether that ends up being Florida State's Jermaine Johnson II, Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux or Georgia's Travon Walker. His father, Dale, played football at Western Kentucky. The franchise tag is out of the question as that would cost $14 million. They are slated to make at least nine draft picks with a high likelihood of adding a couple more through the compensatory pick system. All Rights Reserved. The Giants love their red zone tight end packages and a top-notch prospect to pair with Daniel Bellinger could open some exciting offensive opportunities. According to Brugler, this represents another value pick, with Sanders ranking No. Stroud could be the No. Original Pick: Travon Walker, DE, Georgia. with the National Football League. Each is ranked between 20th and 32nd overall on the Bleacher Report Scouting Department's latest draft board. That said, theres plenty of time to change my mind, and thats what should happen based on all the events to come. 4. 11 to 20 which allowed the Bears to draft Justin Fields was a stroke of genius. Neither Drafttek.com or www.drafttek.com are affiliated in any manner The only players guaranteed to be on the Giants roster in 2022 (barring a trade) are Leonard Williams, Kenny Golladay, Adoree Jackson, Logan Ryan, Andrew Allen managed to recruit McFadden to IU despite the linebacker being named the Florida Player of the Year with 211 tackles and 39 tackles for loss as a senior. Latu is 6-4, 237 and fits the bill as intriguing depth behind Daniel Bellinger and the recently re-signed Lawrence Cager. 8): Iowa, OL, Tyler Linderbaum, Round 2 (No. 26. Carter has been projected by many as the top pick in the draft, but given the talent at other important positions, he could drop to somewhere in this range. Giants brass has already been in Mobile, Alabama, scouting talent at the Senior Bowl and will continue the push to the draft at next weeks NFL Scouting Combine. According to a report by ESPN in December, the answer to the first question is yes. Another player who wants to remain in blue. I should note: On my recent big board story, I saw the comments about maybe going with one of the top tight ends like Utahs Dalton Kincaid or Notre Dames Michael Mayer, which did strike me as a fascinating option. Young is the most decorated and best quarterback in this class. Tennessee Titans: Paris Johnson Jr., OT, Ohio State, 12. 22 on Dane Bruglers big board. In fact, one of his last big moves helped set the Giants up for the future. He was a four-star recruit and Mr. Football in the state of Kentucky as a senior at Western Hills High School (6,795 career rushing yards, averaged 11 yards per carry). The Giants young edge duo of Azeez Ojulari and Kayvon Thibodeaux has the potential to be one of the leagues best. The Giants also have an extra third from the Chiefs, via the Kadarius Toney trade. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. 1. Of course, to bring in a big name takes big money something the Giants, without financial finagling, dont currently have. The Giants have some intriguing young talent in CorDale Flott and Aaron Robinson, but it still makes plenty of sense to draft a corner or two in this draft. -- by Chad Reuter, Beavers began his career at UConn but transferred back home to Cincinnati (he was a three-sport athlete at Colerain High School) after the 2018 season. If thats the case, the Giants might re-sign him to a market-friendly deal. But Love is likely to command anywhere from $8-10 million per year. He provides great length and physicality down the field. Jones should provide just that. There was always an expectation that theyd add a linebacker in this class, with Blake Martinez and Tae Crowder leading a LB room that possesses little talent and depth. With the 2022 NFL season now officially in the books, all eyes turn toward the 2023 NFL Draft. -- by Chad Reuter, Belton was an all-state pick at Tampa's Jesuit High School, but his father, Danny, grew up in Iowa and was a big Hawkeyes fan. WR Zay Flowers is becoming one of the more polarizing players when discussing the Giants draft plans. Most recent team needs update: Jacksonville Jaguars: Bryan Bresee, DT, Clemson, 25. The 6-0, 180-pound Turner tallied 36 tackles, including one for loss, one interception, 11 pass breakups and a fumble recovery this season for the Wolverines. It was Cristobal. Hes a bit on the older side and will play as a 25-year-old rookie, but he has the versatility to play some nickel and got a ton of special teams experience (more than 600 snaps in college), which could be especially attractive for a group that at times was cobbled together. 41): Alabama, LB, Christian Harris. They need to invest in the trenches significantly. The Giants have some intriguing young talent in CorDale Flott and Aaron Robinson, but it still makes plenty of sense to draft a corner or two in this draft. Alabama coaches wasted no time getting him on the field, starting him in all 13 games at right guard in 2019 en route to an SEC All-Freshman Team selection. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. Theres a role in the 49ers offense for wide receiver Danny Gray. 2. Latu has a reputation for being smart and versatile. It would be nice for the Giants to be able to fit Barkley back into their plans, but it takes a village for teams to have a solid running game. 10. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. A spicy choice perhaps but one Im high on after watching Spears play in Mobile. Seattle Seahawks: C.J. The NY Giants currently own the No. Justin Fields showed enough for the Bears to see what he can do with a better team around him. Well have to wait and see how teams attack free agency before we know exactly what theyll be prioritizing at the draft. Gardner is a confident prospect that has allowed zero touchdowns in his career. Nick Wojton. The most significant question: What to do with Jones? Houston Texans: Tyree Wilson, Edge, Texas Tech, 13. Thank you for relying on us to provide the journalism you can trust. 2022 7 overall picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, if the season ended today. The Lions also need to look at the future at quarterback, no matter what happens with Jared Goff in 2023, and Levis is another guy with good long-term potential who could benefit from watching for a year or two. For more creative teams, Rice's bully-ball YAC skills and alignment flexibility will make him a nifty weapon to move around the formation.". Note: Players are ranked from most important on down. Sterling Shepard (coming off an ACL tear), Richie James, Slayton and Marcus Johnson are all free agents. He lost 25 pounds while rehabbing his leg, and the improved movement helped him start 12 of 13 contests in 2019 (51 tackles, 4.5 for loss with 1.5 sacks). The only players guaranteed to be on the Giants roster in 2022 (barring a trade) are Leonard Williams, Kenny Golladay, Adoree Jackson, Logan Ryan, Andrew Thomas, and Saquon Barkley. -- by Chad Reuter. Stroud, QB, Ohio State. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Gettleman critics certainly have plenty of reasons to trash his tenure, but not every decision he made was wrong. The New York Giants pick Alabama TACKLE Evan Neal No. NFL Draft 2022: Why Giants might have to take 75 cents on the dollar if Joe Schoen wants to trade back. He has one year left on his rookie contract and is set to earn just over $5 million next year. With a talented crop of free-agent tight ends, including Dalton Schultz, Mike Gesicki and former Giant Evan Engram, it wouldn't be a shock to see New York target someone to pair with rookie TE Daniel Bellinger. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. The New York Giants face a pivotal offseason with many difficult decisions to be made as they attempt to build on their 2022 success. WR Zay Flowers is becoming one of the more polarizing players when discussing the Giants draft plans. The Eagles were just in the Super Bowl, but theyll be picking in the top 10 and twice in the first round. Remember, the veteran group coming back could be thin given free agents and anticipated cuts. Philadelphia Eagles: Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Alabama. The Giants currently have the fifth and eighth picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, with that second picking coming from the Bears, who traded up last year in a deal with the Giants. Re-signing Jones and Barkley should be New York's biggest priorities, and it would make a ton of sense to bring back the likes of James and Ward. In the latest 2022 NFL mock draft from our friend Luke Easterling at Draft Wire, the Giants do a good job addressing most of the above needs over the first three rounds. So a little depth would be very beneficial here, and Young could provide that at 6-3, 315 pounds. But its still a perfect time to look ahead and see where things stand right now. And he knows what it takes to succeed under a microscope. Belton was an honorable mention all-conference pick in 2020, starting all eight games at the "cash" safety/linebacker spot (33 tackles, 1.5 for loss, five pass breakups). Some He excelled at a second-team All-SEC level by ranking third in the country with a school-record 104 receptions that covered 1,334 yards, also a Kentucky record. 1 recruit of the 2019 class coming out of Los Angeles' Oaks Christian High School. PFF lists Giants' biggest offseason needs John Fennelly February 5, 2022 9:55 am ET The 2022 NFL draft is less than three months away and is approaching However, theres some wiggle room financially. Free agency begins in about This is why New York might ponder a trade with the Arizona Cardinals, which are considering trading DeAndre Hopkins, according to Jordan Schultz of The Score. When a team is as bad as the Giants, free agency is often addition by subtraction. The Giants add to their pass-rush needs with Kayvon Thibodeaux at #5. TE San Diego State. Giants NFL Draft 2022 guide: Picks, predictions and key needs By The Athletic NFL Staff Apr 11, 2022 34 The New York Giants have the fifth and seventh picks Trade: Patriots traded pick No. -- by Chad Reuter, "Dale" transferred from Nebraska to Kentucky for the 2021 season to be closer to his hometown of Frankfort - his grandmother's post-COVID complications were one factor. 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