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Giants incorporating 6th round cornerback gem into first team

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Every team is on the lookout for late-round gems and emerging talents during training camp, and the New York Giants are no different. Yet, they might not have anticipated the significant impact that sixth-round pick from Old Dominion, Tre Hawkins, would have within a few short days.

New York Giants’ Tre Hawkins: A Surprising Impact Player in Training Camp

Despite hailing from a smaller school, Hawkins’ tangible traits have translated remarkably well when guarding Giants receivers during training camp. Standing at 6-foot-3 and weighing 188 pounds, Hawkins brings a good mix of size and athleticism to the NFL, traits that could potentially land him a starting job in the future.