The New York Giants will have plenty of options to choose from in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft when they hit the clock at #9. However, there’s just a select few guys who’ll be at the top of the team’s wishlist heading into the festivities in Chicago. Here’s our list of 3 Players The Giants Are Likely To Draft In The 1st Round.
DT Danny Shelton - Washington
The Giants are reportedly targeting Shelton with the ninth overall pick, and for good reason, He was one of the key components of Washington’s great defense this past season, and his strength should make him a force in the NFL for years to come. At 6’2″, 322 lbs., he’s tough to move, though he’s still quick and nimble enough to make plays in the backfield. He still needs to improve on his pass rush, but his ability to stop the run have some scouts comparing him to Vince Wilfork.
OG Brandon Scherff - Iowa
Speaking of tough to move, Scherff's 6'5", 319 lb frame carries with it enormous power that showcases itself in the weight room. When Scherff gets moving, he drives through opposing defensive linemen while run blocking. Add in the fact that he has a wide frame and smart footwork that allows him to seal things up in the passing game, and Scherff has the potential to be a franchise guard for a good decade or so.
CB Trae Waynes - Michigan State
New York's depth chart at cornerback is paper thin, and the lightning-fast Waynes has the pure athletic talent and excellent field vision to help with that considerably. He is a pure press corner who wraps up with very solid fundamentals, and he's got the recovery speed to chase down the speediest of wide receivers in a dead foot race. Perhaps Waynes is a dark-horse pick, but he's definitely someone to keep an eye on.
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