Monday, April 25, 2011

5 Most Likely Giants First Round Targets





5 Most Likely Giants First Round Targets


From the NY Post:

The Giants might have a glaring need at defensive tackle if Barry Cofield goes elsewhere.
They might be in the market for a new starting running back if Ahmad Bradshaw signs with another team.
There would be no proven tight end on the roster if Kevin Boss leaves.
All three could be deemed free agents, or all three valuable players could be contractually bound to the Giants for another season.



WISH LIST
Five players who should interest the Giants in the first round:
MIKE POUNCEY, C/G, FLORIDA (6-5, 303): Twin brother of Steelers standout center Maurkice Pouncey projects more neatly as NFL guard but has experience at center and is a safe choice.
Has nasty streak.
ANTHONY CASTONZO, OT, BOSTON COLLEGE (6-7, 311): Strong, long-armed athlete is natural left tackle and accomplished pass protector who needs work in run game.
COREY LIUGET, DT, ILLINOIS (6-2, 298): Junior entry lost
30 pounds before last season. Quick off ball and can get into backfield. Could be insurance if Barry Cofield leaves.
MARK INGRAM, RB, ALABAMA (5-9, 215): Junior considered top back in the draft, looks part and runs with toughness. Not flashy or speed burner but very productive and can handle full load. Son of former Giants WR Mark Ingram.
KYLE RUDOLPH, TE, NOTRE DAME (6-6, 259): Junior played through severe hamstring injury in 2010 that limited production. Great size, hands and attitude, not great speed.


Here is what some of the other draft pundits see happening with the Giants pick in Round One according to Darren Pike of Bleacher Report. Not a great deal of consensus there, although it is OL heavy.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/676901-2011-nfl-mock-draft-comparing-expert-mocks-from-around-the-web-consensus-picks/page/20

Rob Rang: Mike Pouncey, G, Florida

Chad Reuter: Kyle Rudolph, TE, Notre Dame

Todd McShay: Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin

Mel Kiper: Mike Pouncey, G, Florida

Walter Football: Gabe Carimi, OT, Wisconsin

Scott Wright: Corey Liuget, DT, Illinois

Don Banks: Mike Pouncey, G, Florida

Darin Pike: Anthony Castonzo, OT, Boston College

Russ Lande: Derek Sherrod, OT, Mississippi State

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Giants Top Minor League Prospects

  • 1. Joey Bart 6-2, 215 C Power arm and a power bat, playing a premium defensive position. Good catch and throw skills.
  • 2. Heliot Ramos 6-2, 185 OF Potential high-ceiling player the Giants have been looking for. Great bat speed, early returns were impressive.
  • 3. Chris Shaw 6-3. 230 1B Lefty power bat, limited defensively to 1B, Matt Adams comp?
  • 4. Tyler Beede 6-4, 215 RHP from Vanderbilt projects as top of the rotation starter when he works out his command/control issues. When he misses, he misses by a bunch.
  • 5. Stephen Duggar 6-1, 170 CF Another toolsy, under-achieving OF in the Gary Brown mold, hoping for better results.
  • 6. Sandro Fabian 6-0, 180 OF Dominican signee from 2014, shows some pop in his bat. Below average arm and lack of speed should push him towards LF.
  • 7. Aramis Garcia 6-2, 220 C from Florida INTL projects as a good bat behind the dish with enough defensive skill to play there long-term
  • 8. Heath Quinn 6-2, 190 OF Strong hitter, makes contact with improving approach at the plate. Returns from hamate bone injury.
  • 9. Garrett Williams 6-1, 205 LHP Former Oklahoma standout, Giants prototype, low-ceiling, high-floor prospect.
  • 10. Shaun Anderson 6-4, 225 RHP Large frame, 3.36 K/BB rate. Can start or relieve
  • 11. Jacob Gonzalez 6-3, 190 3B Good pedigree, impressive bat for HS prospect.
  • 12. Seth Corry 6-2 195 LHP Highly regard HS pick. Was mentioned as possible chip in high profile trades.
  • 13. C.J. Hinojosa 5-10, 175 SS Scrappy IF prospect in the mold of Kelby Tomlinson, just gets it done.
  • 14. Garett Cave 6-4, 200 RHP He misses a lot of bats and at times, the plate. 13 K/9 an 5 B/9. Wild thing.

2019 MLB Draft - Top HS Draft Prospects

  • 1. Bobby Witt, Jr. 6-1,185 SS Colleyville Heritage HS (TX) Oklahoma commit. Outstanding defensive SS who can hit. 6.4 speed in 60 yd. Touched 97 on mound. Son of former major leaguer. Five tool potential.
  • 2. Riley Greene 6-2, 190 OF Haggerty HS (FL) Florida commit.Best HS hitting prospect. LH bat with good eye, plate discipline and developing power.
  • 3. C.J. Abrams 6-2, 180 SS Blessed Trinity HS (GA) High-ceiling athlete. 70 speed with plus arm. Hitting needs to develop as he matures. Alabama commit.
  • 4. Reece Hinds 6-4, 210 SS Niceville HS (FL) Power bat, committed to LSU. Plus arm, solid enough bat to move to 3B down the road. 98MPH arm.
  • 5. Daniel Espino 6-3, 200 RHP Georgia Premier Academy (GA) LSU commit. Touches 98 on FB with wipe out SL.

2019 MLB Draft - Top College Draft Prospects

  • 1. Adley Rutschman C Oregon State Plus defender with great arm. Excellent receiver plus a switch hitter with some pop in the bat.
  • 2. Shea Langliers C Baylor Excelent throw and catch skills with good pop time. Quick bat, uses all fields approach with some pop.
  • 3. Zack Thompson 6-2 LHP Kentucky Missed time with an elbow issue. FB up to 95 with plenty of secondary stuff.
  • 4. Matt Wallner 6-5 OF Southern Miss Run producing bat plus mid to upper 90's FB closer. Power bat from the left side, athletic for size.
  • 5. Nick Lodolo LHP TCU Tall LHP, 95MPH FB and solid breaking stuff.