Edge depth named Giants’ top post-2023 NFL draft need
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New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen has been doing a stellar job filling up his team’s roster and addressing their needs.
But no one can be expected to get their ‘to-do’ list all done every offseason. The Giants are still lacking in some areas. Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic believes that position is edge rusher.
Overall, the Giants did a great job of addressing their biggest needs during the draft. However, other areas that could use some improved depth are edge and safety. Kayvon Thibodeaux and Azeez Ojulari are a solid 1-2 punch on the edge for the Giants, but some depth would be beneficial given they both dealt with injuries this season and the players behind them don’t have a lot of pass rush production on their resumes. GM Joe Schoen said it’s a position they can continue to look for, but they’re excited about Elerson Smith and Tomon Fox.
True, the Giants could have used another young stud at edge rusher but there just wasn’t value at the points in the draft where they could have taken one.
Cornerback, center, and speed at wide receiver were more important needs and Schoen had to burn some draft capital to move up to secure the players he wanted.
The Giants did sign Pitt’s Habakkuk Baldonado, who fell through the cracks in the draft, so perhaps he will surprise. Or maybe Oshane Ximines, who recently re-signed, and Elerson Smith finally live up to their potential.
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