NYG 30 Visit: Virginia Tech DL Pheldarius Payne

checking out a lot of DLs.

In comment 16470246 Eric from BBI said:

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checking out a lot of DLs.

they dont have anyone in the simmons/autry athletic mid-size DL skillset. bowen played those guys in the B gap and over tackles a lot with a lot of success.

current giant roster has a lot of the 320+ plus size and 250lb edges, doesnt really have an athletic mid-size defensive lineman. this draft has a lot of athletic 280-290lbers. would be pretty surprised if they dont take 1 and could see them taking 2.

pff actually had him as the 3rd highest rated DT in CFB last year too.

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Payne was excellent in 2023, finishing seventh in pressures among all defensive tackles in the ACC. In a conference littered with draftable talent along the defensive line, Payne accrued more pressures (23) than the likes of Tyler Davis (Clemson) and Leonard Taylor III (Miami), as well as more sacks than projected middle-round selections in Ruke Orhorhoro (Clemson) and DeWayne Carter (Duke). Payne’s Pro Day was also an eye-opener for teams, as he flew in the 40-yard dash at 286 pounds, clocking in at 4.85—a time that would have ranked second among all NFL Combine participants in his positional group. His 1.65 10-yard split, a threshold that showcases a player's initial explosiveness off the line, also would have ranked second only to LSU’s Mekhi Wingo in Indianapolis.

looks like giants read the article.
Pheldarius Payne Should Be On Your NFL Draft Radar - ( New Window )

in his top 25+ DTs.

Would be curious to hear where he landed on Payne...

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In comment 16470295 bw in dc said:

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in his top 25+ DTs. Would be curious to hear where he landed on Payne...

wasnt in the beast or invited to the combine either. believe same was true of hawkins last year then his big pro day got him a visit.

Haven’t the Giants learned by now?

And I have absolutely no idea how he managed to get those stats. He looks stiff as a board and stands straight up right out of the snap.

In comment 16470246 Eric from BBI said:

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checking out a lot of DLs.

After losing Leo and Robinson, that s/b a concern.

We need to get back to being an kick ass DL. No teams fear us. I like that they are spending a lot of time on DL, or so it would seem.

Absolutely tremendous name

looking for a late round 3T who can provide some interior pass rush.