2020 Giants Draft Tracker & Instant Analysis

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Giants 2020 Draft Picks

Round 1, Pick 4 - OT Andrew Thomas, Georgia
Round 2, Pick 36 - S Xavier McKinney, Alabama
Round 3, Pick 99 (comp) - OT Matt Peart, Connecticut
Round 4, Pick 110 - CB Darnay Holmes, UCLA
Round 5, Pick 150 - OG Shane Lemieux, Oregon
Round 6, Pick 184 - LB Cam Brown, Penn State
Round 7, Pick 219 - LB Carter Coughlin, Minnesota
Round 7, Pick 239 (via New Orleans, for CB Eli Apple) - LB TJ Brunson, South Carolina
Round 7, Pick 248 (comp) - CB Chris Williamson, Minnesota
Round 7, Pick 256 (comp) - LB Tae Crowder, Georgia

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The Picks (with Instant Analysis)

Round 1, No. 4 Overall: OT Andrew Thomas, Georgia

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General manager Dave Gettleman delivered another hog molly to the Giants by grabbing Georgia offensive tackle Andrew Thomas after what appeared to be an unsuccessful attempt to trade down from No. 4.

Good thing too, as after Washington grabbed Ohio State pass rusher Chase Young, the latest pass-rushing terror the Giants can expect to see twice a year in the division, they're going to need some reinforcements along an offensive line that last year allowed the third-most quarterback hits.

Fortunately for Thomas, he's had some experience playing against top pass rushers.

"Yeah, playing in the SEC, I’ve gone against a few pretty good pass rushers," he said via a video conference call with reporters Thursday night.

"As I said, week in and week out, you have to be prepared going against guys like Josh Allen, (K’Lavon) Chaisson this year was a pretty good rusher. It just prepares you a little bit for what you’re going to see in the NFL."

Young. DeMarcus Lawrence. Derek Barnett and Brandon Graham. Yeah, Thomas will have his work cut out for him. But he's ready.

"Confidence comes with preparation, understanding the playbook, learning from the vets week in and week out," he said.

"Going against guys that have been playing in the league for 10 years, who are very good at what they do, so for me, it’s a mental thing and like I said, having confidence in myself for my preparation."

Round 2, No. 36 Overall: S Xavier McKinney, Alabama

X Marks the Spot: Giants Pluck Bama's Xavier McKinney in the Second Round

S Xavier McKinney: The Pick at a Glance

The Giants did go defense in round two but opted for a defensive back. McKinney was considered by many to be the be number one safety prospect in this year's draft and general manager Dave Gettleman admitted that he had a first-round grade on McKinney.

Gettleman even admitted that McKinney's availability was the only thing that warranted the Giants using the fourth-overall pick instead of trading back. The option to take the Alabama safety possibly came within a cramp of even happening for Gettleman. A poor 40-yard dash time at the NFL Scouting Combine, one that McKinney credits to a cramp in his leg, may have sunk his stock low enough for the Giants to benefit from on the second day.

The selection of McKinney also gives the Giants an extra layer of protection against two NFC newcomers that were selected by the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys in the first round. CeeDee Lamb, who was selected by the Cowboys with the 17th pick, and Jalen Reagor, who was selected by the Eagles with the 21st pick, will now lineup against McKinney twice a year starting in 2020.

The Giants could be filling a number of different roles as McKinney is also one of the most versatile players in the draft.

McKinney possesses talents that transcend just football as well. McKinney has had a passion for drawing since childhood and still has it. For McKinney, drawing allows him to calm his mind from the chaos of football.

Round 3, No. 99 Overall: OT Matt Peart, Connecticut

Giants Double Down on Offensive Line Rebuild by Selecting UConn Tackle Matt Peart

The Giants doubled down on offensive tackle in the second day by getting Peart, and adding a potential tackle to play opposite of their first-round pick Thomas later down the line if Peart can develop into a starter.

Offensive line coach Marc Colombo, and assistant offensive line coach Ben Wilkerson were reportedly very high on Peart, and really wanted Dave Gettleman to draft the player. It makes sense, Peart fits the Gettleman build: tall and long (99th percentile, 36 ⅝”, with an 86 ½” wingspan), athletic, with a ton of upside.

Peart presents a high-ceiling offensive tackle project for the Giants' coaching staff. Peart's mammoth frame and athletic footwork means he has the potential to be an effective pass blocker in the NFL. However Peart lacks the preferred upper-body strength among most NFL offensive linemen.

Round 4, Pick 110 Overall: CB Darnay Holmes, UCLA

Giants Add to Cornerback Crop by Selecting UCLA's Darnay Holmes in Round 4

CB Darnay Holmes | The Fourth-Round Pick At a Glance

The Giants' defensive backfield now has a case as one of the deepest position groups in the NFC East. Whether or not that depth can translate to performance will depend heavily on new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham and how his new defensive schemes utilize the Giants' defensive backs.

Holmes is a smaller corner at 5 foot 10 and 195 pounds, but very fast, evident in his 4.48-second 40-yard dash time at the NFL scouting combine. Holmes' build makes him a prototypical slot corner in the NFL, which is becoming a crowded group on the Giants' roster.

Holmes is also a second-generation NFL player, as the son of Derrick Holmes, a running back who played for the Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts for five seasons from 1995-1999.

Round 5, Pick 150 Overall: OG Shane Lemieux, Oregon

Giants Add Another Hog Molly in Oregon Guard Shane Lemieux

Gettleman has now kept the trend of focusing everything on offensive line and secondary through the first five rounds. Lemieux is the Giants' third offensive lineman taken in this year's draft, but joins a position group that has two penciled-in starters with Will Hernandez and Kevin Zeitler, the Giants' two best offensive linemen last year.

Lemieux does offer the Giants' some promising youth and durability at the position however, as he made 52 consecutive starts at left guard for Oregon in his career.

The Giants do have a need at center, but Lemieux boasts no experience playing center in college.

Round 6, Pick 184 Overall: LB Cam Brown, Penn State

Giants Add Penn State OLB Cam Brown to Linebacker Corps

The Giants' first selection on a position other than offensive line or secondary brings an athletic tackler to Patrick Graham's defense. Brown was a defensive captain as a senior in 2019, but contributed on special teams as early as his freshman year, helping the Nittany Lions to win the 2016 Big Ten title.

Brown fits the mold that Joe Judge expressed a desire for in his players in Judge's introductory press conference in January. Brown was praised by scouts for his aggressive blue-collar play style and his leadership on the field.

Brown's game is best as a blitzer, using his speed and aggressiveness making punishing hits near the line of scrimmage and the offensive backfield. Brown should compete for playing time on the Giants' blitz packages, but should slide in as a special teamer early on.

Brown may prove to be a defensive liability on the majority of NFL downs at the moments, as he struggles with zone coverage and open-field tackling.

Round 7, Pick 218: LB Carter Coughlin, Minnesota

It only took two days and 218 picks but the New York Giants finally addressed a need at edge rusher. Coughlin is an undersized linebacker with a high football IQ and high motor.

Coughlin lacks the physical intangibles necessary to thrive as a pass rusher in the NFL. At just 6 foot 3 and 236 pounds, he doesn't have the requisite size and strength to beat NFL offensive tackles. However Coughlin's college career proves he deserves a shot in the NFL.

With a well-rounded stat line of 159 tackles, 40 tackles for loss, 22.5 career sacks and seven forced fumbles, Coughlin's defensive production in college is worthy of a much higher draft pick.

The Giants' hope is that Coughlin's impressive college career is evidence that his polish and work ethic will be enough to overcome his physical obstacles so that he may be a meaningful contributor on special teams. Coughlin seems to fit the culture that head coach Joe Judge is looking to build, as Coughlin may find a similar role to that of special teams ace free-agent signing Nate Ebner.

Round 7, Pick 238 Overall: LB T.J. Brunson, South Carolina

The Giants add their third consecutive linebacker to start their final five picks and Brunson is a polar opposite to their previous pick Coughlin as a prospect.

Brunson is a brutish physical mauler that doesn't quite have the quickness or awareness to function in an NFL defense. Brunson does boast a unique toughness and leadership potential as a team captain who has played through pain.

Round 7, Pick 247 Overall: CB Chris Williamson, Minnesota

The Giants added their third defensive back of the draft. Williamson is a scrappy slot corner who has the ability to play zone in certain schemes. Williamson lacks the tackling skills to bring down NFL wide receivers.

Round 7, Pick 255 Overall: LB Tae Crowder, Georgia

And with the last pick in the 2020 draft, the New York Giants have made Tae Crowder this year's Mr. Irrelevent.

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