EAST RUTHERFORD — Giants coach Ben McAdoo has stressed playing young players ever since he got the job.
It's easier to do that when as many young guys stand out as the Giants had during this year's offseason program.
A slew of the Giants' rookies and other younger players had strong showings in the weight room and during OTA and minicamp practices this spring, building momentum to compete for bigger roles, roster spots or both once training camp begins later this summer. Here is a rundown of some of the notable standouts after watching the Giants' open practices and chatting with players and coaches:
Shepard was sensational this spring, and stood out perhaps more than any other player in the building.