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Sy'56 : 3/22/2020 3:01 pm
Hi all -

I have 2 more deadlines that I will meet this upcoming week, and then it is BBI time.

My tentative position previews and discussions will be:

March 29 - Safety

March 31 - Cornerback

April 3 - Linebacker

April 5 - Defensive Tackle

April 7 - EDGE

April 9 - Center / Guard

April 12 - Offensive Tackle

April 14 - Tight End

April 17 - Wide Receiver

April 19 - Running Back

April 21 - Quarterback

Looking forward to healthy discussions that can help distract us from the real-life stress that everyone is going through.

Remember - none of us are right or wrong about this stuff!!! Its all a guess at the end of the day.
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C'mon give us a nugget Sy  
Torrag : 3/22/2020 3:02 pm : link
One sneak peak. Tell us something to wet our appetites. Maybe about this crazy WR class?
Can't wait  
Chocco : 3/22/2020 3:05 pm : link
Thank You
Can't wait Sy  
dune69 : 3/22/2020 3:06 pm : link
You're the man.
Thanks, Sy. Looking forward now, as every year at this time, to your  
Ira : 3/22/2020 3:06 pm : link
insights on the draft.
Let me preface I have what I think is a higher grade on a WR than most  
Torrag : 3/22/2020 3:11 pm : link
Donovan Peoples Jones has really impressed me with his tape. And I don't think Harbaugh's offense or his QB's did him many favors.
2nd in 2018 - RB Saquon Barkley -  
90.Cal : 3/22/2020 3:14 pm : link
6th in 2019 - QB Daniel Jones
4th in 2020 - ?

Sy'56 is there a OT worthy of the 4th pick that can grow alongside our last two 1st round picks? Or basically is this OT group really that good at that top and does 1 guy stand out of the group for you?
RE: C'mon give us a nugget Sy  
Sy'56 : 3/22/2020 3:15 pm : link
In comment 14846091 Torrag said:
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One sneak peak. Tell us something to wet our appetites. Maybe about this crazy WR class?


Strongest WR class I have ever done. The three year average of WRs drafted is 31.

I have 49 draftable WRs in this class. I don't think that many will be drafted - but we could easily see 40+

Jerry Jeudy? Not number one. Not number 2. And someone is tied with him at number 3.
RE: Let me preface I have what I think is a higher grade on a WR than most  
Sy'56 : 3/22/2020 3:15 pm : link
In comment 14846101 Torrag said:
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Donovan Peoples Jones has really impressed me with his tape. And I don't think Harbaugh's offense or his QB's did him many favors.


I have him graded higher than most do.
RE: 2nd in 2018 - RB Saquon Barkley -  
Sy'56 : 3/22/2020 3:16 pm : link
In comment 14846105 90.Cal said:
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6th in 2019 - QB Daniel Jones
4th in 2020 - ?

Sy'56 is there a OT worthy of the 4th pick that can grow alongside our last two 1st round picks? Or basically is this OT group really that good at that top and does 1 guy stand out of the group for you?


Yes. I have 2 OTs that I consider good enough to take at 4. And I am leaning in that direction right now.
Thx Sy  
Torrag : 3/22/2020 3:17 pm : link
Looking forward to the reviews. The OT discussion is going to be epic.
Sy: "I have 2 OTs that I consider good enough to take at 4."  
Torrag : 3/22/2020 3:20 pm : link
That's exciting. I have one and am curious who your second is but we'll have to wait.

After Free Agency I'm sold we're drafting an OT in Round 1...be it at #4 or after a trade.
RE: RE: 2nd in 2018 - RB Saquon Barkley -  
aGiantGuy : 3/22/2020 3:20 pm : link
In comment 14846109 Sy'56 said:
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In comment 14846105 90.Cal said:


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6th in 2019 - QB Daniel Jones
4th in 2020 - ?

Sy'56 is there a OT worthy of the 4th pick that can grow alongside our last two 1st round picks? Or basically is this OT group really that good at that top and does 1 guy stand out of the group for you?



Yes. I have 2 OTs that I consider good enough to take at 4. And I am leaning in that direction right now.


Best news I’ve heard all week! Looking forward to the reviews!
Thanks  
jeff57 : 3/22/2020 3:23 pm : link
Look forward to it
Three  
Professor Falken : 3/22/2020 3:25 pm : link
more weeks until OTs. #ontheclock
Thank you  
90.Cal : 3/22/2020 3:32 pm : link
.
I guarantee that Sy has  
Earl the goat : 3/22/2020 3:42 pm : link
Becton at 1. From the discussion I had with him in early December
RE: I guarantee that Sy has  
ColHowPepper : 3/22/2020 4:00 pm : link
In comment 14846150 Earl the goat said:
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Becton at 1. From the discussion I had with him in early December
Yikes! That will get the fevers raised to torrid pitch.

And Sy', this year more than ever, thank you, sir.
My guess is that Sy  
DonnieD89 : 3/22/2020 4:01 pm : link
Has Wirfs and Thomas as his top 2 OTs.
RE: My guess is that Sy  
aGiantGuy : 3/22/2020 4:02 pm : link
In comment 14846170 DonnieD89 said:
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Has Wirfs and Thomas as his top 2 OTs.


My guess as well
Sy, thanks....looking forward to it  
George from PA : 3/22/2020 4:03 pm : link
Interesting that you have 2 OT, which means a small trade down could be possible.....as long as the QBs are worth it.

Seems to be a decent class of Centers and FS class, would be nice fit in the 2nd

RE: RE: C'mon give us a nugget Sy  
Coach Red Beaulieu : 3/22/2020 4:08 pm : link
In comment 14846106 Sy'56 said:
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In comment 14846091 Torrag said:


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One sneak peak. Tell us something to wet our appetites. Maybe about this crazy WR class?



Strongest WR class I have ever done. The three year average of WRs drafted is 31.

I have 49 draftable WRs in this class. I don't think that many will be drafted - but we could easily see 40+

Jerry Jeudy? Not number one. Not number 2. And someone is tied with him at number 3.

Sounds good to have a lot of 7th round picks and a need at WR in this draft.
I also guess that  
DonnieD89 : 3/22/2020 4:11 pm : link
Sy is very high on Simmons from reading what he has said. I just don’t know how close he has his scores between these OT’s and Simmons. Mama
The OT's I like are Wills and Thomas. I think the other two (Becton  
Ira : 3/22/2020 4:20 pm : link
and Wirfs) will end up at guard.
I also guess that  
DonnieD89 : 3/22/2020 4:20 pm : link
Sy is very high on Simmons from reading what he has said. I just don’t know how close he has his scores between these OT’s and Simmons.
RE: My guess is that Sy  
BigBlueShock : 3/22/2020 4:26 pm : link
In comment 14846170 DonnieD89 said:
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Has Wirfs and Thomas as his top 2 OTs.

Unless he’s reversed course after watching more film, it seemed to me Sy soured a bit on Thomas as the season went on.
Sy,  
Giant John : 3/22/2020 4:52 pm : link
What group you putting Simmons in?
I still  
Jon in NYC : 3/22/2020 4:55 pm : link
would love to trade down and acquire more picks, but if we sit I think Wirfs is the guy I'm learning towards right now. The best athlete of the bunch by a fairly decent margin. Fastest, strongest, most explosive. And it's not news that OT is a massive concern in both the short and long term.

If Simmons was a lock to be an impact player that's one thing, but I have a huge amount of concern if he'll be able to shed blockers at ILB. Teams will scheme to attack him.

Ask me again in two days and I'm sure I'll have a different opinion though.
Thanks Sy can’t wait  
Rjanyg : 3/22/2020 4:58 pm : link
Here is my guess on the OT
1. Becton
2. Wills
3. Wirfs
4. Thomas

Reason is Becton is a freaking house that can move, Wills is technically sound, Wirfs is athletic but may be a better fit at guard, Thomas isn’t as physical as the rest.

In the end he will have Simmons rated higher than any of the OT’s.

I'd say my favorite LB's are Simmons and Murray  
Torrag : 3/22/2020 5:15 pm : link
McKinney is my top pure S. I don't like the depth here this year with a couple of exceptions.

Lamb my top WR.

I have Okudah(slightly lower than most) and Henderson(higher than most) neck and neck for top CB. Mid round note I like Lavert Hill's skillset to play slot corner at the next level.

My top OT is Wills. You guys are probably tired of reading it.

Thomas and Becton are really close. Becton is a tough evaluation. He's really raw and I have long term durability concerns. He does seem to be working hard and transforming his body though. Every time we 'see' him he's dropped weight and in better shape. If you hit on him it could be epic, but if you miss it's a disaster for the franchise. I have a high grade on Wirfs but I think his best position could be OG based on concerns I have with his balance playing in space.

Outside of Young it's a weak DE class. Epenesa is probably the 2nd guy.

ER/OLB group is weak as well. Chaisson and Baun are probably the best and I have them lower than most.

Strength of the TE group is in the Round 3-4 area with Bryant's leading the way. Trautman and Okwuegbunam follow.

WR group is nuts. We'll just have to wait and see how they come off the board based on what teams value/need in size/speed/skillsets. Talent level is so deep it's historic.
sure would've been nice to have that early 3rd to grab a wr that drops  
MM_in_NYC : 3/22/2020 5:23 pm : link
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MM  
Torrag : 3/22/2020 5:26 pm : link
We got Slayton at the back of Round 5 last year in a good WR class. But not as good as this one. We'll get another this year.
I think I saw Sy post  
JoeyBigBlue : 3/22/2020 5:28 pm : link
That he was high on Wirfs and Wills.
Looking forward to it.  
RDJR : 3/22/2020 5:30 pm : link
Thank you.
Please  
Bradshaw's Decal : 3/22/2020 6:19 pm : link
Wills... If a trade down, next best tackle after wills...
RE: Sy,  
Sy'56 : 3/22/2020 7:05 pm : link
In comment 14846246 Giant John said:
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What group you putting Simmons in?


LB
I will repeat but slightly modify what several have said about the OTs  
Ivan15 : 3/22/2020 7:25 pm : link
Of the 4, one will be a Pro Bowler/All Pro, two will be very solid starters, and one will be a bust (at least as a tackle).

The Giants need to figure out who they think is #1 and should be picked at 4, which two players they might settle for in a trade down, and which one will be a bust. Even the potential bust might be desirable in the bottom of round 1.

If everything works out, they get their #1 guy in a trade down and extra picks too.
Oh Man, we have to  
section125 : 3/22/2020 7:33 pm : link
wait three weeks for the tackles review? You're killing us Sy!

Thanks for all you do. Looking forward to your reports.
Sy'56  
M.S. : 3/22/2020 8:21 pm : link

Always a treat to read your Draft Previews.

Can't wait!
Thank you, Sy...  
Stev7 : 3/22/2020 8:37 pm : link
And looking forward to your Our Lads draft guide. I think I’ve purchased one every year beginning in 1987.
Thanks Sy  
BigBlue2112 : 3/22/2020 9:02 pm : link
One of the best parts of BBI! Looking forward to your writeups
RE: Let me preface I have what I think is a higher grade on a WR than most  
barens : 3/22/2020 9:15 pm : link
In comment 14846101 Torrag said:
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Donovan Peoples Jones has really impressed me with his tape. And I don't think Harbaugh's offense or his QB's did him many favors.


Yeah, I’m a fan as well, though I’m not ready to blame the Patterson for DPJ not having great numbers. He was injured the first half of the season, but he’s gonna be an interesting prospect for scouts to grade.
Thanks.  
AcidTest : 3/22/2020 9:18 pm : link
I look forward to reading them.
Cant wait Sy  
Rudy5757 : 3/22/2020 9:21 pm : link
Reading your reviews gets me excited about the draft. Im starved for anything right now. Thanks in advance.
RE: I guarantee that Sy has  
shocktheworld : 3/22/2020 10:25 pm : link
In comment 14846150 Earl the goat said:
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Becton at 1. From the discussion I had with him in early December


You posted about Becton, I remember, in like November, right? Right about when I started to get excited about him...but back then I thought maybe we could steal him with our 2nd rounder...man has he flown up the rankings! Now I am perfectly happy with him at #4...there simply aren't many humans on the planet with his size and athletic qualities....he is going to be dominant in pass and run game...Plus he is still developing his skill set...give him a year or so in an NFL strength&conditioning program, look out! I see him becoming even more dominant...I "heart" him for our NYG!!!

This is my wet dream= we trade back with LAC at #6 for their second rounder (#37)...the two QB's go off the board at #4 and #5 and we are left to snag Becton at#6, then at picks #36 and #37 (with a little luck) we can snag Zack Baun (edge and gonna be a star!) and Cesar Ruiz(best Center in the draft and can play in any system) Ruiz is a plug and play starter from day 1...that's 3 HUGE holes filled with the rest of the draft left for more talent acquisition!!! Cant wait for April 23...
Thank you so much Sy!!!  
Jay on the Island : 3/22/2020 11:07 pm : link
I have been looking forward toward your positional rankings for weeks. Last years WR rankings introduced me to Darius Slayton. After watching several highlight videos I immediately saw why you had him ranked so high.

I was very disappointed when the Giants passed on him in round 3 and their first 5th round pick, I wanted him in round 4 but I was thrilled to land Julian Love. I was ecstatic when the Giants still landed him with their second 5th round pick. IIRC you had him ranked as the fifth best WR in the draft which was much higher than every other expert. Man were you right about him.

Sy  
Jay on the Island : 3/22/2020 11:50 pm : link
I am hoping that the Giants land an OT in round 1, preferably with a trade down with the Dolphins, Chargers, Panthers, Jaguars, or even the Raiders, and then another developmental type in round 3, 4, or 5. Out of Ben Bartch, Matt Peart, Hakeem Adeniji, Robert Hunt, and Alex Taylor who do you like the most for the Giants in the 3-5 round range as someone who could develop into a starter. I was going to include Ezra Cleveland but I don't think he falls all the way to the Giants 3rd round pick.

I would love to see the Giants trade down to 6 with the Chargers acquiring their 2nd and 4th this year and a day two pick next year.
1st OT Tristan Wirfs Iowa
2nd ER Zack Baun Wisonsin
2nd C Cesar Ruiz Mich
3rd WR Antonio Gandy Golden
4th OT Ben Bartch
4th LB Akeem Davis-Gaither Appalachian State
Great news, Sy!  
TC : 3/23/2020 12:27 am : link
A morale boost that's sorely needed. I hope we get to see them play eventually. A lot of exciting prospects.

I'm with you on the WR class, but while you can assess potential, predicting what they'll do in the NFL is a lot tougher.

I'll go out on the limb; the most talented WR in this year's draft (Though not necessarily the best.) is Denzel Mims. Unreal potential, but he needs work, and sometimes seems to lose interest. But when he's on, he's fantastic, with otherworldly measurables: 6'3", long arms, 4.38 40, incredible 6.66 3-cone. No one else in this draft has the potential ceiling he has.

If he can get his head screwed on right and keep it that way, he can be anything he and his coaches could imagine.
Bless you, Sy  
CT Charlie : 3/23/2020 12:29 am : link
not only for the magnificent work you do for all of us, BUT ALSO for including the two hints of hints (re OT and WR) that will keep us speculating for weeks. Drive the traffic! Relieve the boredom!! Keep teasing us!!! Thank you!!!!
Can't wait for the reports !  
Bluesbreaker : 3/23/2020 1:38 am : link
Really an important draft . Picking 4th overall .
With plenty of holes to fill we are in desperate need
of a impact player on Defense so with Young likely
out of the picture and the O_line in dire need of a
LT and a Center it will hard to pass up on a LT
prospect . That said a slight trade down would be the
best case scenario for the Giants and hopefully
get an extra 1st or 2nd round pick ,
My favorite would be Simmons he can do it all and
he is a play maker
RE: Bless you, Sy  
Nomad Crow on the Madison : 3/23/2020 7:01 am : link
In comment 14846634 CT Charlie said:
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not only for the magnificent work you do for all of us, BUT ALSO for including the two hints of hints (re OT and WR) that will keep us speculating for weeks. Drive the traffic! Relieve the boredom!! Keep teasing us!!! Thank you!!!!


Charles, you are good! You really rang the bell this time.
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