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CONFIRMED UDFA Signings Thread

Matt in SGS : 4/29/2017 4:45 pm
Since the draft is now over, it's a BBI tradition that we have a thread that collects all the confirmed UDFA signees. This thread is not meant to be a wish list, but rather a running updated list of players signed- with validation with a link or twitter confirmation.

Things usually start picking up a couple hours after the draft, so figure around 7ish tonight we should get word of players who the Giants will be bringing in.
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Eric from BBI : Admin : 4/29/2017 4:47 pm : link
This is NOT a discussion thread. Please only put signings here.
Giants sign S Jadar Johnson of Clemson  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 6:57 pm : link
Love this pickup
Per Christian Dandrea. SB Nation  
Earl the goat : 4/29/2017 6:58 pm : link
Jadar Johnson Safety Clemson
RE: Giants sign S Jadar Johnson of Clemson  
giantsfan227B : 4/29/2017 6:58 pm : link
In comment 13453731 Anakim said:
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Love this pickup


Beat me to it.
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Ranked 180 out of his top 364  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 7:02 pm : link
by Colin, gbn
Giants sign LB Calvin Munson  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 7:02 pm : link
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San Diego State LB Calvin Munson  
Vin_Cuccs : 4/29/2017 7:03 pm : link
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Eric from BBI : Admin : 4/29/2017 7:08 pm : link
James Kratch‏Verified account @JamesKratch

James Kratch Retweeted Chauncey Scissum

That would be Notre Dame DT Jarron Jones, the early favorite for the UDFA most likely to make the 53? #Giants
Yes!  
SHO'NUFF : 4/29/2017 7:08 pm : link
I was just about to tweet him to say "The Giants need you, bro!"
Dave Te told us  
battttles : 4/29/2017 7:10 pm : link
to watch ND for UDFAs...
link to UDFA tracker  
gogiants : 4/29/2017 7:11 pm : link
Some of interest

Indianapolis Colt
Krishawn Hogan, WR, Marian

Atlanta Falcons
Andreas Knappe, OT, Connecticut

UDFA tracker - ( New Window )
Munson,  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 7:13 pm : link
Rated 253 ouf 364 top players by GBN and 145 out of 150 Top players by USA Today
RE: Giants sign S Jadar Johnson of Clemson  
rich in DC : 4/29/2017 7:15 pm : link
In comment 13453731 Anakim said:
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Love this pickup


A KR too.
Jarron Jones,  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 7:15 pm : link
167th ranked, GBN and 142 ranked USA Today
what position for  
Steve in South Jersey : 4/29/2017 7:17 pm : link
Munson
Jarron Jones?
RE: what position for  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 7:18 pm : link
In comment 13453802 Steve in South Jersey said:
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Munson
Jarron Jones?




Munson LB

Jones, DT
Was  
AcidTest : 4/29/2017 7:19 pm : link
hoping we'd get Knappe.
Jadar Johnson write up  
5BowlsSoon : 4/29/2017 7:22 pm : link
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FB Shane Smith, San Jose State  
Tyree'sHelmet : 4/29/2017 7:27 pm : link
Jimmy Durkin‏Verified account @Jimmy_Durkin 4m4 minutes ago
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Former San Jose State FB Shane Smith has a UDFA deal to join the New York Giants.
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Shane Smith...  
Moose and Fury : 4/29/2017 7:27 pm : link
FB, San Jose St. Ranked 399 overall on CBS.
Jargon Jones write up  
5BowlsSoon : 4/29/2017 7:27 pm : link
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UNH RB  
Pete in MD : 4/29/2017 7:30 pm : link
Dalton Crossan signed with the Colts.
Wake DT Josh Banks  
KevinBBWC : 4/29/2017 7:33 pm : link
Congrats to Wake DT Josh Banks who agreed to terms as a free agent with the New York Giants ! Hard work pays off ! I'm happy for you josh
'...245 and still hittin 37 in (vertical jump)..'  
Dave in VA : 4/29/2017 7:34 pm : link
Smith's twitter account has some interesting info and photos https://twitter.com/shanesmith821?lang=en
RE: UNH RB  
robbieballs2003 : 4/29/2017 7:35 pm : link
In comment 13453834 Pete in MD said:
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Dalton Crossan signed with the Colts.


Thanks.
TSU OL Jessamen Dunker  
KevinBBWC : 4/29/2017 7:36 pm : link
TSU Athletics‏Verified account @TSU_Tigers 2m2 minutes ago

Congratulations to former TSU OL Jessamen Dunker on signing a Free Agent Contract with the New York Giants #BigBlueRising
TSU OL Jessamen Dunker  
KevinBBWC : 4/29/2017 7:38 pm : link
Strengths Good athlete with few physical limitations in space. Has the feet to reach challenging blocks with more technique work. Able to get to cut-off blocks. Has adequate connection rate on linebackers and box safeties. Arm length and hand size is a plus. Plays with a wide base in his pass sets. Has ability to slide from gap to gap to handle quickness requirements against twists and blitzes.
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Dunker write up  
5BowlsSoon : 4/29/2017 7:39 pm : link
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TE Colin Thompson, Temple  
Tyree'sHelmet : 4/29/2017 7:41 pm : link

Owls247 Retweeted Colin Thompson
Former #Temple TE Colin Thompson has signed with the #Giants as an UDFA.

#TempleMade #GDQOwls247 added,
Colin Thompson @ColinThompsonTU
Lets go Giants! Honored to be a NYG! Let's go! @Giants

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Jess Dunker, OG,  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 7:41 pm : link
ranked 154 out of 364 by GBN
RE: Was  
OBJRoyal : 4/29/2017 7:44 pm : link
In comment 13453813 AcidTest said:
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hoping we'd get Knappe.


I was thinking the same thing
Dunker and Johnson  
Mike in NY : 4/29/2017 7:44 pm : link
Both made my list on the other thread. I swear I do not have a connection.
Thompson is a blocking TE  
sjnyfan : 4/29/2017 7:46 pm : link
Originally signed to Florida before transferring to Temple. He's from PA
Shane Smith  
Mike in NY : 4/29/2017 7:47 pm : link
Had some intriguing numbers at his Pro Day including 10 yard split, VJ, and Bench
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Jadar Johnson  
Earl the goat : 4/29/2017 7:57 pm : link
Will be the Giants 3rd Safety behind Collins and Thompson
Giants sign OL Chad Wheeler of USC  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 7:58 pm : link
Love this pickup also. He's light but he has great feet. Character concerns though.
Chad Wheeler OT USC  
TheMick7 : 4/29/2017 7:58 pm : link
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RE: Jadar Johnson  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 7:58 pm : link
In comment 13453877 Earl the goat said:
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Will be the Giants 3rd Safety behind Collins and Thompson


It wouldn't shock me. Johnson has FANTASTIC ballskills and range. He should compete with Andrew Adams to back up Thompson and I think he could potentially be a starter down the road.
I like the undrafted signings more than I do our draft  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 8:00 pm : link
Haha. I think we're getting better value.
My kind of guy! Note the Twitter handle  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 8:03 pm : link
Jessamen Dunker‏ @QB_Bodyguard66
Proud to be a New York Giant but mark my words, every team that passed up on will pay dearly in the long run. That's a promise👊🏽
TE Chad Wheeler, USC  
Tyree'sHelmet : 4/29/2017 8:03 pm : link
Art Stapleton‏Verified account
@art_stapleton
Art Stapleton Retweeted Chad Wheeler
Most intriguing UDFA for #Giants so far

Chad Wheeler @ChadWheeler72
Excited and thankful for the opportunity ahead. Cannot wait to compete for a championship as a @Giants #GMen #BigBlue #NewYorkGiants

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Jones, Johnson, Dunker, Wheeler. Love all four of these pickups.  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 8:04 pm : link
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Maybe we can consolidate all the names here?  
robbieballs2003 : 4/29/2017 8:04 pm : link
FB Shane Smith, San Jose State
OL Jessamen Dunker, TSU
OL Chad Wheeler, USC
TE Colin Thompson, Temple
DT Josh Banks, Wake
DT Jarron Jones, Notre Dame
LB Calvin Munson, San San Diego State
S Jadar Johnson, Clemson
They had visits with Munson and Jones I believe  
jeff57 : 4/29/2017 8:04 pm : link
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If Wheeler gets stronger, stays healthy and commits himself to  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 8:05 pm : link
football, he may end up as a steal. Those are HUGE ifs, but I love the gamble as an UNDFA.
Thanks robbie  
Samiam : 4/29/2017 8:05 pm : link
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No kicker yet?  
Jesse B : 4/29/2017 8:08 pm : link
One glaring position left
Jones and Johnson  
jeff57 : 4/29/2017 8:09 pm : link
were the top rated undrafted players at their positions according to NFL.com.
If the roster on Giants.com is correct  
pjcas18 : 4/29/2017 8:09 pm : link
and unsigned draft picks count for roster spots then the Giants have room for 12 total UDFA's.
Johnson  
bc4life : 4/29/2017 8:11 pm : link
gotta work on that tackling.
Wheeler rated  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 8:12 pm : link
at 161st of top 364 by GBN
RE: If Wheeler gets stronger, stays healthy and commits himself to  
burtmanjack : 4/29/2017 8:12 pm : link
In comment 13453899 Anakim said:
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football, he may end up as a steal. Those are HUGE ifs, but I love the gamble as an UNDFA.


Kirwan has said all along that if this kid could ever get his head screwed on right and get serious about football he could be one of the best OL in this class.
RE: If the roster on Giants.com is correct  
Eric from BBI : Admin : 4/29/2017 8:15 pm : link
In comment 13453911 pjcas18 said:
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and unsigned draft picks count for roster spots then the Giants have room for 12 total UDFA's.


I haven't counted my own roster, but the beat reporters were saying 13.
Mizzell signed with the Ravens  
Dunedin81 : 4/29/2017 8:20 pm : link
Oh well
RE: RE: UNH RB  
Pete in MD : 4/29/2017 8:22 pm : link
In comment 13453841 robbieballs2003 said:
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In comment 13453834 Pete in MD said:


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Dalton Crossan signed with the Colts.





Thanks.


That's my only asshat info. My "source" is my mother (the kid's dad works with my brother in law so she is following his career.)
RE: RE: If the roster on Giants.com is correct  
pjcas18 : 4/29/2017 8:23 pm : link
In comment 13453927 Eric from BBI said:
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In comment 13453911 pjcas18 said:


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and unsigned draft picks count for roster spots then the Giants have room for 12 total UDFA's.



I haven't counted my own roster, but the beat reporters were saying 13.


Yes, that's correct, I forgot the Giants traded their 7th and only had 6 draft picks.

71 on the current roster, 6 draft picks = 77.

13 spots.
for the last couple of slots  
Steve in South Jersey : 4/29/2017 8:32 pm : link
don't they usually invite a few players to the rookie camp. Look them over and then sign one or two of the bunch>
banks possibly a DE at 278lbs  
idiotsavant : 4/29/2017 8:34 pm : link
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jones 303 6'5"
We signed Keeon Johnson as well  
Dunedin81 : 4/29/2017 8:35 pm : link
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UNH Tackle Andrew Lauderdale  
Chip : 4/29/2017 8:35 pm : link
signs with the Saints
WR Keeon Johnson, 6'3" 215, 49 catches for 476 yards last yr  
Dunedin81 : 4/29/2017 8:38 pm : link
Big target, possession wideout
Banks 250lbs in 2014  
idiotsavant : 4/29/2017 8:38 pm : link
an end really
Banks pro day  
idiotsavant : 4/29/2017 8:46 pm : link
Dates: 03/13/17
Height: 6034
Weight: 278
40 Yrd Dash: 4.90
20 Yrd Dash: 2.81
10 Yrd Dash: 1.73 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 17
Vertical Jump: 31 1/2
Broad Jump: 09'04"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.50
3-Cone Drill: 7.61
...  
BleedBlue : 4/29/2017 8:52 pm : link
Ben Boulware signing with Carolina...would have liked to add him to the mix
Not sure if mentioned  
ajr2456 : 4/29/2017 8:53 pm : link
We signed Travis Rudolph. WR, FSU
RE: Not sure if mentioned  
Mike in NY : 4/29/2017 9:03 pm : link
In comment 13453996 ajr2456 said:
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We signed Travis Rudolph. WR, FSU


What he did for Bo Paske, would love to see him have a great NFL career
Who is Banks  
Nomad Crow on the Madison : 4/29/2017 9:03 pm : link
and where did Keeon Johnson play?
RE: Who is Banks  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:05 pm : link
In comment 13454013 Nomad Crow on the Madison said:
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and where did Keeon Johnson play?


Josh and Virginia
RE: Who is Banks  
mavric : 4/29/2017 9:05 pm : link
In comment 13454013 Nomad Crow on the Madison said:
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and where did Keeon Johnson play?


Really - wondering the same thing.

We have his stats. What we don't have is his full name, what position he plays and the biggest question of all, "did he sign with the Giants??????"
RE: Not sure if mentioned  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:06 pm : link
In comment 13453996 ajr2456 said:
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We signed Travis Rudolph. WR, FSU


Whoa! Another huge signing and a wonderful guy to boot. He's the one who sat with the kid at lunch.
Rudolph's father was killed this week  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:08 pm : link
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Rudolph was a top 3 HS recruit  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:09 pm : link
He was very good for Florida State. We're killing it tonight!
UNH Lauderdale  
Dave in VA : 4/29/2017 9:10 pm : link
Seems to have been a TE...could he be the big blocking TE we have not had, didn't get with Engram and still need for this season? :) :)
RE: Jones, Johnson, Dunker, Wheeler. Love all four of these pickups.  
Paulie Walnuts : 4/29/2017 9:13 pm : link
In comment 13453894 Anakim said:
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Reese killing it, Love it
RE: Not sure if mentioned  
pganut : 4/29/2017 9:14 pm : link
In comment 13453996 ajr2456 said:
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We signed Travis Rudolph. WR, FSU
Really rooting for him. This young man is a good human being and no surprise the Giants selected him given our predisposition to grab character guys. Would be great to see him crack the squad.
RE: UNH Lauderdale  
annexOPR : 4/29/2017 9:15 pm : link
In comment 13454027 Dave in VA said:
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Seems to have been a TE...could he be the big blocking TE we have not had, didn't get with Engram and still need for this season? :) :)


Ellison is 1 of the better blocking TE in the league. We're fine
Sorry, Keeon Johnson went to UVA  
Dunedin81 : 4/29/2017 9:15 pm : link
Big possession receiver on a shitty team. Ran a 4.57 and did 25 reps on the bench. 7 flat on his 3 cone, 1.64 10 yard split, 35.5" very, 11' broad. Pro day numbers though. Could surprise.
top UDFA S,DL,WR signed  
Floyd_Fan : 4/29/2017 9:15 pm : link
if you go by NFLN grades. not bad at all.
Is it sad that I'm more pumped to see the undrafted guys than I am to  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:15 pm : link
See the drafted guys? That's 5 incredibly talented players that we signed.
RE: Is it sad that I'm more pumped to see the undrafted guys than I am to  
Chris in Philly : 4/29/2017 9:19 pm : link
In comment 13454037 Anakim said:
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See the drafted guys? That's 5 incredibly talented players that we signed.


I would have been happy to use a draft pick on several of these guys.
Rudolph  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 9:20 pm : link
Ranked at 268 of 364 GBN's Big Board
TE Romond Deloatch  
Tyree'sHelmet : 4/29/2017 9:20 pm : link
Temple Football‏Verified account
@Temple_FB

Another Owl on his way to the @NFL.

Romond Deloatch ➡️ @Giants
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RE: Rudolph  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:23 pm : link
In comment 13454039 Big Blue '56 said:
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Ranked at 268 of 364 GBN's Big Board


Watch him in the Chick-Fil-A Bowl. He was unbelievable. Had over 200 yards in receiving. He ran a slow 40 which is why he went undrafted.


If he had come back for his senior year, he would've been drafted.
RE: Is it sad that I'm more pumped to see the undrafted guys than I am to  
Paulie Walnuts : 4/29/2017 9:23 pm : link
In comment 13454037 Anakim said:
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See the drafted guys? That's 5 incredibly talented players that we signed.


over reaction sir.. you will love the TE we got and Webb is way better than Nassib every was
Some of these guys are almost certainly tryouts  
Dunedin81 : 4/29/2017 9:27 pm : link
Rather than signed UDFAs
can we have an updated list  
Canton : 4/29/2017 9:28 pm : link
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RE: Some of these guys are almost certainly tryouts  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:29 pm : link
In comment 13454051 Dunedin81 said:
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Rather than signed UDFAs


My 5 guys won't be. They're worthy of contracts.
De Garrett Sickles  
Dirt1 : 4/29/2017 9:31 pm : link
from Penn St. headed to the Colts.
RE: can we have an updated list  
pjcas18 : 4/29/2017 9:34 pm : link
In comment 13454053 Canton said:
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from Walter Football, not sure if there is a better source, I think some names could be missing.

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New York Giants
Romond Deloatch, TE, Temple
Jadar Johnson, SS, S, Clemson
Keeon Johnson, WR, Virginia
Jarron Jones, DT, 3-4DE, NT, Notre Dame
Calvin Munson, OLB, San Diego State
Travis Rudolph, WR, Florida State
Shane Smith, FB, San Jose State
Colin Thompson, TE, Temple
Chad Wheeler, OT, USC
Read more at http://walterfootball.com/draft/UDFASigningsByTeam#zOmEjm1mFfju4yjw.99
We picked up 2 of CBS top 10 Undrafted guys  
ZogZerg : 4/29/2017 9:41 pm : link
#4 - Jadar Johnson
#10 - Chad Wheeler
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RE: Some of these guys are almost certainly tryouts  
81_Great_Dane : 4/29/2017 9:41 pm : link
In comment 13454051 Dunedin81 said:
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Rather than signed UDFAs
Good point. There's a lot of that every year.

On another note, this kind of thing blows my mind. From Jessamen Dunker's NFL.com writeup:
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Can be rag-dolled at point of attack by power.

He's 6'-4," 318 pounds.
That Travis Rudolph  
BurlyMan : 4/29/2017 9:42 pm : link
story last year was incredibly moving. Sad to hear he lost his father in a bizarre accidental shooting. Really hope he sticks.
...  
Eric from BBI : Admin : 4/29/2017 9:46 pm : link
Romond Deloatch has played DE too.
RE: RE: can we have an updated list  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:47 pm : link
In comment 13454058 pjcas18 said:
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In comment 13454053 Canton said:


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from Walter Football, not sure if there is a better source, I think some names could be missing.



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New York Giants
Romond Deloatch, TE, Temple
Jadar Johnson, SS, S, Clemson
Keeon Johnson, WR, Virginia
Jarron Jones, DT, 3-4DE, NT, Notre Dame
Calvin Munson, OLB, San Diego State
Travis Rudolph, WR, Florida State
Shane Smith, FB, San Jose State
Colin Thompson, TE, Temple
Chad Wheeler, OT, USC
Read more at http://walterfootball.com/draft/UDFASigningsByTeam#zOmEjm1mFfju4yjw.99



DT Josh Banks of Wake Forest and Jessamen Dunker, too
Anyone sign Zane Gonzalez, PK?  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 9:47 pm : link
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Here:  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:48 pm : link
Romond Deloatch, TE, Temple
Jadar Johnson, SS, S, Clemson
Keeon Johnson, WR, Virginia
Jarron Jones, DT, 3-4DE, NT, Notre Dame
Calvin Munson, OLB, San Diego State
Travis Rudolph, WR, Florida State
Shane Smith, FB, San Jose State
Colin Thompson, TE, Temple
Chad Wheeler, OT, USC
Jessamen Dunker, OG, Middle Tennessee
Josh Banks, DT, Wake Forest
RE: Anyone sign Zane Gonzalez, PK?  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 9:48 pm : link
In comment 13454077 Big Blue '56 said:
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He was drafted by the Browns
RE: RE: Anyone sign Zane Gonzalez, PK?  
Big Blue '56 : 4/29/2017 9:53 pm : link
In comment 13454081 Anakim said:
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In comment 13454077 Big Blue '56 said:


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He was drafted by the Browns


Bummer. Thanks
RE: RE: Not sure if mentioned  
AcidTest : 4/29/2017 10:07 pm : link
In comment 13454011 Mike in NY said:
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In comment 13453996 ajr2456 said:


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We signed Travis Rudolph. WR, FSU



What he did for Bo Paske, would love to see him have a great NFL career


Agreed. ESPN or the NFL Network did a story on that during the draft. It was great.
RE: Rudolph's father was killed this week  
AcidTest : 4/29/2017 10:08 pm : link
In comment 13454022 Anakim said:
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Wow. That is awful. Prayers. RIP.
Messed up story of Travis Rudolph's dad's death  
Giantgator : 4/29/2017 10:15 pm : link
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FWIW, here are the seven UDFAs with the highest grades per nfl.com  
Big Blue Blogger : 4/29/2017 10:36 pm : link
(I know, their scores can be a little goofy and dated, but still...)

Jones, Jarron DT 6'6" 316 Notre Dame 5.53
Buchanan, Collin OL 6'5" 316 Miami (OH) 5.51
Rudolph, Travis WR 6'0" 189 Florida St. 5.49
Scott, Artavis WR 5'10" 193 Clemson 5.47
Cox Jr., Bryan DE 6'3" 265 Florida 5.46
Dural, Travin WR 6'1" 202 LSU 5.46
Johnson, Jadar S 6'0" 206 Clemson 5.45

As CiP said, any of these players would have been a credible draft pick - especially with the seventh-round choice that the Giants gave up to get Bisnowaty. Among the other UDFA additions, Dunker was graded at 5.28, Wheeler at 5.0, Munson at 4.95. Obviously, none of this matter now. On to mini-camp!
Sam Ekwonike OG Coastal Carolina just signed with the Giants  
Floyd_Fan : 4/29/2017 10:47 pm : link
according to the link
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Since there's no general discussion thread on UDFA (that I saw)...  
Milton : 4/29/2017 11:05 pm : link
Love the Wheeler pick. He was literally one of Boylhart's top rated prospects overall, not just for OL....
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Chad is an efficiently, smart, athletic pure left tackle who reminds me a lot of Browns Joe Thomas. Hes a smooth operator working his position with the fluidity of shark in deep waters calmly hunting for its prey. When pass block he comes off the snap quickly establishes his technique and then calmly without losing his techniques adjust to his opponents attack. What I like about Chads play is that he doesnt lose his techniques, believes in them and never seems to panic when an opponent looks as if they are going to be beat him and sack his quarterback. Chads ability to recover and adjust and continue to trust his techniques along with his natural athletic talents shows maturity beyond most left tackles coming out in a draft.
But it comes with a warning...
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Chads Medical history is the only issue that I think could affect Chads draft status. His history of injuries and operations are extensive and has to be taken into account. I think it would be very difficult for teams to select Chad early in this draft.

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2 others:  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 11:06 pm : link
Aaron Wilson ✔@AaronWilson_NFL
Penn State DE-LB Evan Schwan to New York Giants on UDFA deal


Armando Bonheur‏ @ArmandoBonheur
Time to go to work #Blessed


The above is an OL from Samford
Surprising that we haven't brought in any CBs yet.  
yatqb : 4/29/2017 11:15 pm : link
Still time, but I imagine they're going quickly.
Jessamen Dunker, OG  
5BowlsSoon : 4/29/2017 11:21 pm : link
FWIW, Gil Brandt has this guy ranked 135 on his top 150 board. That reflects a 5th round rating, which ain't bad.

So, it does look like we picked up 3 OL guys who might give us added depth and may even start: Nasty, Dunker, Wheeler
RE: Surprising that we haven't brought in any CBs yet.  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 11:22 pm : link
In comment 13454163 yatqb said:
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Still time, but I imagine they're going quickly.



Haven't heard of anyone who hasn't been taken except for Will Likely III out of Maryland...and he's 5'7...and injured.


But other than that, he's awesome. Amazing athleticism.
LOVE that they picked up a FB!  
David B. : 4/29/2017 11:28 pm : link
Hope he makes the team. They really need one.

And a couple of extra TEs. AMEN.
We got Travis Rudolph as a UDFA?  
dpinzow : 4/29/2017 11:29 pm : link
How on earth was he not drafted? He's a legit NFL receiver at least when I saw him at FSU
This is the list so far (by position):  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 11:31 pm : link
1. Shane Smith, FB, San Jose State
2. Travis Rudolph, WR, Florida State***
3. Keeon Johnson, WR, Virginia
4. Romond Deloatch, TE/DE, Temple
5. Collin Thompson, TE, Temple
6. Jessamen Dunker, OG, Middle Tennessee***
7. Chad Wheeler, OL, USC***
8. Armando Bonheur, OL, Samford
9. Sam Ekwonike, OL, Coastal Carolina
10. Jarron Jones, DT, Notre Dame***
11. Josh Banks, DT, Wake Forest
12. Evan Schwan, DE/OLB, Penn State
13. Calvin Munson, OLB, San Diego State
14. Jadar Johnson, S, Clemson***
RE: We got Travis Rudolph as a UDFA?  
Anakim : 4/29/2017 11:32 pm : link
In comment 13454174 dpinzow said:
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How on earth was he not drafted? He's a legit NFL receiver at least when I saw him at FSU


I know, right? He ran a very slow 40 and should've gone back to school, but he would be a fantastic guy to develop. I love the player, the talent and the potential.
Avery Gennesy, OL signs with.......  
5BowlsSoon : 4/29/2017 11:35 pm : link
Jax Jaguars. He was another highly rated OL guy several people had him high.

I follow OL guys very closely.
At least from what I know of Rudolph,  
dpinzow : 4/29/2017 11:35 pm : link
He is at worst a 5th round pick based on talent. Giants got a steal and a guy who can fill in well if Marshall or Shepard get hurt
I feel like we got a hell of a haul in UDFA  
Ten Ton Hammer : 4/29/2017 11:45 pm : link
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Michigan RB De'Veon Smith signed with Miami.  
Big Blue Blogger : 4/30/2017 12:08 am : link
I think several BBIers mentioned him as a possible complement to Perkins. He's a load, but doesn't seem to have many other NFL qualities.
Demore'ea Stringfellow signed with the Dolphins  
Milton : 4/30/2017 12:16 am : link
I think the only one of my targets left is Max Rich. Any word on him yet?
RE: Demore'ea Stringfellow signed with the Dolphins  
Milton : 4/30/2017 12:22 am : link
In comment 13454204 Milton said:
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I think the only one of my targets left is Max Rich. Any word on him yet?
Just googled Max Rich and it looks like he signed with the Patriots. Harvard guy wanted to stay in New England apparently...
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Giants could have signed  
prdave73 : 4/30/2017 2:44 am : link
RB Stanley Williams?! Went undrafted, but I think Bengals have signed him now.. smh.
Chad Wheeler  
Carson53 : 4/30/2017 7:24 am : link
Yes, we have found the LT of the future, after an exhaustive search in the draft...LOL!
All kinds of red flags, from that link posted above,
guess that's why he went undrafted.
ZogZerg post  
Carson53 : 4/30/2017 7:29 am : link
is the link I am referring to above, off the field as well.
Top undrafted free agents following the 2017 NFL Draft  
KevinBBWC : 4/30/2017 7:31 am : link
By Gil Brandt
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Giants are bringing in for a tryout, Felix Menard Briere a K  
TheMick7 : 4/30/2017 8:58 am : link
from U of Montreal who ran a 4.62 in his CFL tryout Dan Duggan joked he can kickoff & cover his kick!
Who needs one 7th round pick  
5BowlsSoon : 4/30/2017 9:05 am : link
When you can get 5 of them: Wheeler, Rudolph, Dunker, Jones, and Johnson.
After the 3 starters  
Ron Johnson : 4/30/2017 9:41 am : link
The roster is. Very this at corner
Whatever happened  
Nomad Crow on the Madison : 4/30/2017 9:48 am : link
to Jeremy Cutrer? I thought the Giants were hot on him.
RE: After the 3 starters  
rich in DC : 4/30/2017 9:54 am : link
In comment 13454439 Ron Johnson said:
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The roster is. Very this at corner


This is true. However, they did bring in one vet- Blake- to provide some cushion. I was intrigued by Donte Deacon last camp, but he was not ready to play. I wonder whether a year on the practice squad has "gotten him over the hump" to being ready- or if he simply is just too small to play in the NFL.
Jalen Williams WR UMass  
TheMick7 : 4/30/2017 10:05 am : link
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Romond DeLoatch TE Temple is a tryout not signing  
TheMick7 : 4/30/2017 10:06 am : link
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Surprised Rudolph would sign here with our current receiving options  
jgambrosio : 4/30/2017 10:15 am : link
But very happy he did. Maybe he can keep engram at end when Marshall retires.

Like the o and d line potential signings, hopefully we get some solid depth here and luck out with someone who can start.

Was hoping we would get more than one guy to push our LBs. With no one drafted and seemingly always the weakest link on defense, mildly disappointing.
RE: After the 3 starters  
Carson53 : 4/30/2017 10:23 am : link
In comment 13454439 Ron Johnson said:
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The roster is. Very this at corner


What, Valentino Blake doesn't excite people, don't know
anything abut the guy. They can find a couple free agent
backups, they found Sensabaugh and Wade that way.
Guys who I like but won't help in 2017  
Bob in Newburgh : 4/30/2017 10:51 am : link
Travis Rudolph needs to work with a personal trainer. His speed and vertical for a guy with average size won't get him past camp competition. PS guy, future depends on athletics improving combined with intangibles.

Wheeler needs strength training. He is definitely competing for a PS slot, not roster slot, in camp.
and now a CB  
YANKEE28 : 4/30/2017 11:10 am : link
Dan Duggan‏Verified account @DDuggan21 2m2 minutes ago
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Spoke too soon on the lack of UDFA CB signings. Giants will sign Iowa State CB Nigel Tribune, per source.
Expanding on Bob's point about the practice squad...  
Big Blue Blogger : 4/30/2017 11:11 am : link
Sure, it would be nice to get immediate help from the UDFA crop, but that's not the only way to benefit from these signings. In some ways, the team may reap more by parking these guys on the practice squad and conserving their full four years of cost control. Obviously, PS players have to clear waivers and remain free to sign elsewhere; but having passed through the draft and finding the Giants to be their best opportunity, they aren't all that likely to get a better offer elsewhere unless another team suffers a major injury wave at a particular position.

For signees like Jones and Wheeler, who have battled injuries, or Johnson, Dunker and Rudolph, who need time in an NFL program, 2017 is likely a redshirt year anyway. It's better for the team if they don't earn a year of service while spending game day in street clothes.
Giants always  
YANKEE28 : 4/30/2017 11:15 am : link
do their homework on players that had an off field issue. Hopefully it is nothing more.
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Eric from BBI : Admin : 4/30/2017 11:16 am : link
I'm researching these guys for my next update.

This is a pretty good group.
RE: and now a CB  
Big Blue Blogger : 4/30/2017 11:18 am : link
YANKEE28 said:
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Dan Duggan‏Verified account @DDuggan21 2m2 minutes ago
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Spoke too soon on the lack of UDFA CB signings. Giants will sign Iowa State CB Nigel Tribune, per source.
Tribune's final year at Iowa State was derailed by an arrest for drunk driving, among their things. He was suspended, played just six games, and seems to have dropped off the draft radar.
RE: ...  
gidiefor : Mod : 4/30/2017 11:19 am : link
In comment 13454601 Eric from BBI said:
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I'm researching these guys for my next update.

This is a pretty good group.


We have planned a podcast for tomorrow to chat about the Giants' UDFAs with Dave Te and Sy'56
Ive never watched a down of him playing  
Jim in Forest Hills : 4/30/2017 11:19 am : link
but Dunker's writeups and measureables are impressive.
FWIW, here are Tribune's Pro Day numbers:  
Big Blue Blogger : 4/30/2017 11:26 am : link
BP- 16, VJ- 35.5", BJ- 10' 6", 40- 4.46, 3-Cone- 7.21

Perfectly respectable stuff there, even adjusting for typical pro-day distortion. He's not real big, but not particularly undersized either.
RE: RE: Surprising that we haven't brought in any CBs yet.  
bob_in_ec : 4/30/2017 11:27 am : link
Will Likely is definitely an impact player for special teams as punt or kickoff returner. He had a torn ACL that ended his season early.
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Still time, but I imagine they're going quickly.




Haven't heard of anyone who hasn't been taken except for Will Likely III out of Maryland...and he's 5'7...and injured.


But other than that, he's awesome. Amazing athleticism.
Boylhart loves Chad Wheeler. He gave him a 1st round grade on talent,  
Ira : 4/30/2017 12:21 pm : link
but said he should be drafted late due to his injury history.
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Surprisingly good signings  
FGiant : 4/30/2017 12:27 pm : link
I like Jadar Johnson, FS, Clemson
Jarron Jones, DT, Notre Dame
Travis Rudolph, WR, Florida State
all have good chance of roster spots
RE: After the 3 starters  
Ten Ton Hammer : 4/30/2017 12:33 pm : link
In comment 13454439 Ron Johnson said:
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The roster is. Very this at corner


Most teams in this league don't have two legitimate starters.

Perspective.
Chad Wheeler was named a first team All-American by CampusInsiders.com  
Ira : 4/30/2017 12:39 pm : link
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USC redshirt senior left tackle Chad Wheeler was named a first team All-American by CampusInsiders.com, becoming the Trojans third All-American in 2016.

A third name will go up on USCs All-American walk after this season, as Trojan left tackle Chad Wheeler was voted to the Campus Insiders All-American first team.

The All-American nod is the cherry on top of an exceptional redshirt senior season for Wheeler, who was also named to the All-Pac-12 first team and took home honors as one of USCs Linemen of the Year.

The left tackle protected Sam Darnolds blindside and helped the Trojans limit opposing teams to just 11 sacks on the season the best mark in the conference.



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Updated List  
robbieballs2003 : 4/30/2017 12:42 pm : link
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Agree on the Clemson S  
Bob in Newburgh : 4/30/2017 12:44 pm : link
the other 2, barring injuries or combine being indicative of true fatal athletic flaws, have absolutely no chance of grabbing a roster spot.
Have a source  
Jon in NYC : 4/30/2017 12:52 pm : link
that the Giants have signed Rob Wheelwright from Wisconsin.

It was announced yesterday that he signed with the Panthers, but that isn't true.
RE: Have a source  
Geomon : 4/30/2017 1:03 pm : link
In comment 13454756 Jon in NYC said:
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that the Giants have signed Rob Wheelwright from Wisconsin.

It was announced yesterday that he signed with the Panthers, but that isn't true.




You sure about that?
Absent  
AcidTest : 4/30/2017 1:13 pm : link
injuries, Johnson is the only one with a chance at the 53. A few others (Dunker, Wheeler, Munson, Rudolph, Jones) have a legitimate chance at the PS.
RE: Absent  
Mike in NY : 4/30/2017 1:20 pm : link
In comment 13454776 AcidTest said:
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injuries, Johnson is the only one with a chance at the 53. A few others (Dunker, Wheeler, Munson, Rudolph, Jones) have a legitimate chance at the PS.


Banks could have a shot as it isn't like the current coaching staff is wedded to Bromley and Thomas has not demonstrated he is really a #3 DT yet.
RE: RE: Have a source  
Jon in NYC : 4/30/2017 1:25 pm : link
In comment 13454766 Geomon said:
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In comment 13454756 Jon in NYC said:


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that the Giants have signed Rob Wheelwright from Wisconsin.

It was announced yesterday that he signed with the Panthers, but that isn't true.





You sure about that?


As I said chief, I have a source that I trust. If he's wrong, he's wrong, but I doubt it.
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Ryan in Albany : 4/30/2017 1:28 pm : link
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Sorry, but not sorry! I'm headed to the New York Giants....
RE: RE: Have a source  
Jon in NYC : 4/30/2017 1:32 pm : link
In comment 13454766 Geomon said:
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In comment 13454756 Jon in NYC said:


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that the Giants have signed Rob Wheelwright from Wisconsin.

It was announced yesterday that he signed with the Panthers, but that isn't true.





You sure about that?


Yeah. I'm sure.

Seems like an apologize is in order.
*  
Jon in NYC : 4/30/2017 1:32 pm : link
apology.

Damn auto correct.
This is the most exciting class of UDFA  
Jay on the Island : 4/30/2017 1:50 pm : link
in recent memory. Jadar Johnson, Jaron Jones, Chad Wheeler, Jessamen Dunker, and Josh Banks all have potential. IMO Wheeler is the most exciting as it appears the injuries are the only reason why he fell and if he can stay healthy he might be a steal.
Did those injuries affect his combine?  
Bob in Newburgh : 4/30/2017 2:04 pm : link
Not only did he test ridiculously weak in upper body, he was really slow in the 40, a number that never translates into a quality LT.

I don't know, just asking. The BP #s are a joke.
We should trade our 7th rounder every year!  
Anakim : 4/30/2017 2:16 pm : link
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RE: Have a source  
Anakim : 4/30/2017 2:22 pm : link
In comment 13454756 Jon in NYC said:
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that the Giants have signed Rob Wheelwright from Wisconsin.

It was announced yesterday that he signed with the Panthers, but that isn't true.


What's his deal? I know nothing about him, except he has an uphill battle to make the team. He probably would've been better off in Carolina with the fat Kelvin Benjamin.
We're trying out RB Jonathan Gray of Texas  
Anakim : 4/30/2017 2:25 pm : link
He'll probably amount to nothing ala Joe McKnight (R.I.P.), but I think I've mentioned him in the past.

Guys, this was THE #1 RB recruit out of high school. #1. AHEAD OF TODD GURLEY. He was even ranked ahead of Landon Collins and Jameis Winston coming out of high school.
I count 16 UDFAs and three workouts  
Anakim : 4/30/2017 2:27 pm : link
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Shane Smith  
ny2plano : 4/30/2017 2:30 pm : link
reportedly did the bench press 36 times. Unbelievable for a fullback. BTW, he is strictly a blocking back. Had only 2 carries and 3 receptions as a senior.
UDFAs are my favorite part of the draft process  
Floyd_Fan : 4/30/2017 4:56 pm : link
you get to read their stories & root for an underdog.

Only reason I watch pre-season games.
RE: Shane Smith  
Mike in NY : 4/30/2017 5:00 pm : link
In comment 13454921 ny2plano said:
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reportedly did the bench press 36 times. Unbelievable for a fullback. BTW, he is strictly a blocking back. Had only 2 carries and 3 receptions as a senior.


Also had a very good 10 yard split and jumps at his Pro Day. If he shows potential in camp I would not mind stashing him on the Practice Squad as insurance if Ellison gets hurt
Former Auburn QB Jeremy Johnson  
TheMick7 : 4/30/2017 5:02 pm : link
Try Out
RE: *  
Geomon : 5/3/2017 5:49 pm : link
In comment 13454804 Jon in NYC said:
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apology.

Damn auto correct.

Well shit. I will no longer question your sources Jon.
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