Michigan defensive lineman Kwity Paye (Image via Detroit Free Press)
The NY Giants must bolster the pass-rush if the defense is going to elevate to a higher level in 2021, but have limited cap space to do it, facing further onus on hitting only early picks in next month’s NFL Draft.
Slated to pick No. 11 overall, with plenty of holes to fill on both sides of the ball, it wouldn’t be surprising if the Giants prioritize taking a pass rusher in the first-round, especially if either Leonard Williams and/or Dalvin Tomlinson depart via free agency.
Pro Football Focus believes Michigan’s Kwity Paye could make a significant impact on Patrick Graham’s defense, and projected the NY Giants to select the edge rusher in Round 1:
The Giants’ cumulative grade for their edge players last season was 57.