New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) is shown in front of New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium, Sunday, November 26, 2023.
Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz and Nate Tice debate the choices for New York’s first pick in this year’s NFL draft, including whether the team should target a wide receiver or a quarterback. Listen to the complete talk on the “Zero Blitz” podcast and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you listen.
Video Transcript
JASON FITZ: So you are on the clock with the Giants at this point.
NATE TICE: I am. And this is— Giants almost wished they could move back a little bit to help themselves. Giants require juice. Giants need pass catchers. The Giants need someone who can actually play on the
outdoors, not simply in the slot. And there will be Malik Nabers from LSU, which I believe is a typical combo for these two. This makes a lot of sense.
C is all about making explosive plays. I rank Rome Odunze of Washington slightly higher than Nabers, but Odunze, Nabers, and Harrison Jr. are all in the top ten on my big board. Nabers is essentially a walking, talking explosive play; he takes things below to the house, takes stuff over the top, and has interesting ball skills outside. So, I believe Nabers provides the Giants’ offence with the energy it requires.
