The #Giants have always looked hard at tackle, and that’s exactly what they do: The first off the board at No. 4 is #Georgia LT Andrew Thomas. The cleanest and safest prospect of the tackles.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 24, 2020

Andrew Thomas is a very sensible pick for the Giants at 4th overall. He's the one tackle that was hard to find negatives on. To the point where I was asking people why he wasn't the first one going.

Turns out, he was.

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) April 24, 2020

Andrew Thomas was the safest OT in the draft due to his experience (41 starts) and steady game. He can mail and mash in the run game, and anchor well vs elite pass rushers. @Giants get a solid starter at OT for the next decade. #NFLDraft

— Bucky Brooks (@BuckyBrooks) April 24, 2020

Andrew Thomas started as a true freshman at right tackle in the SEC and only allowed 17 pressures on 351 pass blocking snaps.

The fact that he was so good already without any real college coaching is a big reason why he's PFF's OT1 #GiantsPride

— Mike Renner (@PFF_Mike) April 24, 2020

The Giants took OT Andrew Thomas with the No. 4 overall pick. A pro-ready tackle who played mostly on the left side at Georgia. Someone to protect Daniel Jones’ blindside for years to come.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 24, 2020

Lorenzo Carter told me a few months ago that when Andrew Thomas showed up on campus at UGA as a freshman and a starter, he and the rest of the edge rushers tried to put him in his place in practice. They quickly learned that Thomas was the real deal.

— Tom Rock (@TomRock_Newsday) April 24, 2020

Andrew Thomas: 92.4 PFF grade

Best among Power-5 OTs in the 2020 NFL Draft pic.twitter.com/N2Q1CrlD9a

— PFF (@PFF) April 24, 2020

Best LT in the Draft 🙌🏻 #HogMolly https://t.co/sybnLIcU0R

— Shaun O'Hara (@ShaunOHara60) April 24, 2020

The Giants take Andrew Thomas a versatile tackle that can come in right now and will move people in the running game and protect Danny dimes in the passing game

— Maurice Jones-Drew (@MJD) April 24, 2020

Andrew Thomas career at Georgia:

1,075 pass-block snaps
37 QB pressures allowed pic.twitter.com/62XpURMIt1

— PFF Draft (@PFF_College) April 24, 2020

New Giants tackle Andrew Thomas, @PFF's top offensive tackle in the class, dominated LSU's K'Lavon Chaisson in their matchup in 2019.

OT1pic.twitter.com/Rh3PAkGIi2

— Austin Gayle (@PFF_AustinGayle) April 24, 2020

Andrew Thomas was a tackle who offensive coaches really like. He has played left or right tackle. He's got a rare ability to reset his feet in lieu of resetting his hands when recovery against the rush. He's gritty and tough. Average run blocker. Professional tough guy.

— Lance Zierlein (@LanceZierlein) April 24, 2020

Was hoping Andrew Thomas would slide down to Brady's Bucs. I slightly liked him the best of the four top tackles. Three-year starter at Georgia. High quality player/person. Rock. Gettleman made a sound decision here.

— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) April 24, 2020

I like the @Giants pick. Build upon your strength.

— Phil Simms (@PhilSimmsQB) April 24, 2020

Giants picked their franchise left tackle in Andrew Thomas. They had their choice of linemen in a praised class. Strong commitment to protect investments Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley.

— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) April 24, 2020

New Giants OT Andrew Thomas hasn't allowed more than 2 pressures in a single game since 2017. pic.twitter.com/8f4IBqLjUU

— PFF Draft (@PFF_College) April 24, 2020

Recently had a lunch w a college football player that went to high school w Andrew Thomas. Raved. Loved his character. Rock solid LT for a decade.

— Colin Cowherd (@ColinCowherd) April 24, 2020

The #Giants need an OT #AndrewThomas is their guy. Massive frame with the proper blend of length & thickness. Eye-opening raw athletic ability that can make a difference in the open field. Gets after LBers at the second level and maintains the ability to adjust to late movement. pic.twitter.com/mT4DaqNRoX

— Dan Shonka (@Ourlads_Shonka) April 24, 2020

The #Giants quickly turn the pick in, selecting #Bama safety Xavier McKinney at No. 36. Most teams had him as a clear first-rounder. Joe Judge coached at Alabama, now take a player from there.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 24, 2020

X.Mckinney is a versatile safety with a high IQ and excellent communication skills. He can play in the box for the @Giants as $ LB in nickel packages or man the post as a deep middle player. #NFLDraft

— Bucky Brooks (@BuckyBrooks) April 24, 2020

Xavier McKinney was just as versatile Isaiah Simmons last year without any of the fanfare. He played over 200 snaps in box, slot, and deep.

Big fan of Giants draft so far

— Mike Renner (@PFF_Mike) April 24, 2020

I trust Daniel Jeremiah. @MoveTheSticks just called McKinney "the best safety in the draft." #NYG

— Kimberly Jones (@KimJonesSports) April 24, 2020

New York's newest addition Xavier McKinney can do it all pic.twitter.com/RUEIOUK5A9

— PFF Draft (@PFF_College) April 24, 2020

And I love the Giants getting Xavier McKinney, too. The Alabama safety is a big-time favorite of Nick Saban's. His ex-assistant Joe Judge did well to get him at 36.

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) April 24, 2020

I love me some Xavier McKinney awesome free safety nickel type. He throws his body around. Has no regard for his body. He is awesome in coverage.

— Chris Simms (@CSimmsQB) April 24, 2020

Xavier McKinney @AlabamaFTBL Exc move by @giants - My #1 Safety - I surveyed 9 teams and they him as their #1 DS too- Natural Free Safety movement and instincts. Can cover TE's too in NFL @nflnetwork

— Charley Casserly (@CharleyCasserly) April 24, 2020

Daniel Jeremiah on Xavier McKinney: "This is a first round player."

— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) April 24, 2020

McKinney was awarded most versatile Safety in the class. He recorded a 87.6 overall grade his final year at Alabama, 88.1 grade in coverage.

In 2019, McKinney had 4 pass-breakups, 4 forced fumbles, and 3 interceptions. McKinney allowed just 350 yards on 58 targets.

— PFF NY Giants (@PFF_Giants) April 24, 2020

Most people had Xavier McKinney as a top 20 player on their board. He played all over the place for Alabama last year. Deep, box, slot. Really good football player. Reports were that Nick Saban raved about him to teams. Nice moveable piece on defense. First safety taken.

— John Schmeelk (@Schmeelk) April 24, 2020

Xavier McKinney career at Alabama:

984 Coverage snaps
3 TD allowed pic.twitter.com/NSP7YU4RV4

— PFF Draft (@PFF_College) April 24, 2020

Alabama coach Nick Saban told teams that S Xavier McKinney was one of his very favorite players. McKinney goes to @Giants at 36. New coach Joe Judge was on Saban’s staff as an analyst for 3 years.

— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) April 24, 2020

#Giants, Xavier McKinney is the next great @AlabamaFTBL safety in the NFL!! His range and football IQ are elite!

What makes him special- #AchoAnswers@mckinney15__ @JordanRaanan @MattLombardoNFL @RVacchianoSNY #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/IIzA0yAA6r

— Emmanuel Acho (@thEMANacho) April 24, 2020

#Giants-#XavierMcKinney-. Aggressive tackling and has made some big hits. Sudden change of direction and chase ability puts him in position to make a lot of plays. Sudden to drive on the ball in the air. Solid ball skills getting his hands to the catch point

— Dan Shonka (@Ourlads_Shonka) April 24, 2020

Hey Giants fans: @JimNagy_SB comped Matt Peart to D'Brickashaw Ferguson.

Get excited.

— Thor Nystrom (@thorku) April 25, 2020

I love this idea by the way for the Giants. They've got their developmental tackle for next season, maybe sooner. https://t.co/jZOLkO1x1f

— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) April 25, 2020

Matt Peart and Terrell Burgess are two of my favorite third-round picks:https://t.co/IESdS7gQz1

— Steve Palazzolo (@PFF_Steve) April 25, 2020

Matt Peart was another second round tackle on my draft board.

An absolute steal for the #Giants at 99. Potential bookend tackles with Thomas and Peart.

— Jonah Tuls (@JonahTulsNFL) April 25, 2020

#Giants got a good one here in #UConn's Matt Peart, who had a solid #SeniorBowl wk. In the run game, fires off the football, able to reach, wash, base block & pin with great effectiveness. A coach’s dream, as he is one of the few lineman you’ll see that block through the whistle.

— Emory Hunt (@FBallGameplan) April 25, 2020

Giants select UConn Tackle Matt Peart at 99, a gifted athlete and raw talent with incredibly long arms

— Madelyn Burke (@MadelynBurke) April 25, 2020

The Giants took Matt Peart (UConn) with the 99th overall pick. Picking for value at this point. Developmental tackle with talent, athleticism and size. Has great length. His 36 5/8-inch arms were the longest of all O-linemen at the combine.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 25, 2020

11th best pass blocking grade in 2019 among the draft class with an 86 grade allowing just 7 total pressures in 415 pass blocking snaps!

— PFF NY Giants (@PFF_Giants) April 25, 2020

Peart started 24 games at right tackle at UCONN, and 24 at left tackle. Started his career at LT before moving to the right side. Fist Team All-AAC and team captain in 2019. 5.06 40 yard dash at NFL Combine.

— John Schmeelk (@Schmeelk) April 25, 2020

Some of the 3rd picks I like: Matt Peart OT @Giants Malik Harrison LB @ravens Logan Wilson LB @bengals Lucas Niang OT @chiefs Devin Asiasi TE @patriots Cameron Danzler CB @Vikings @nflnetwork

— Charley Casserly (@CharleyCasserly) April 25, 2020

Darnay Holmes got his degree at UCLA in three years. Hard worker, self-motivated. Seems like a Joe Judge Guy.

— Tom Rock (@TomRock_Newsday) April 25, 2020

Already a fan of some of these early fourth-round picks

Giants - Darnay Holmes, CB, UCLA
Panthers - Troy Pride Jr., CB, Notre Dame
Jaguars - Ben Bartch, OT, St. John's (Minn.)

— Michael Schwartz (@MikeMSchwartz) April 25, 2020

Day 3 Steal:@seniorbowl alum and former 5-star @ProwayDarnay

He projects as a nickel CB due to his frame and tackling ability

Holmes is a high effort player that will also give his team special teams value (93 yd KR TD vs Stanford) pic.twitter.com/sY3X67f6UR

— Mike Tannenbaum (@RealTannenbaum) April 25, 2020

One scout told me Darnay Holmes might be the smartest defensive player in the draft. They just said on @nflnetwork he graduated UCLA in 2 1/2 years. ... He's also got 4.48 speed, which probably impressed the scouts more.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) April 25, 2020

Darnay Holmes was locking down WRs at the Senior Bowl🔒

pic.twitter.com/pO02R725UX

— PFF Draft (@PFF_College) April 25, 2020

Slot corner Darnay Holmes was giving #SeniorBowl WRs problems all week long. Another piece to the secondary for the #Giants

— Emory Hunt (@FBallGameplan) April 25, 2020

The Giants are taking CB Darnay Holmes (UCLA) with the 110th overall pick near the top of the fourth round. He had eight career interceptions in three years. Aggressive but undersized man-coverage corner.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 25, 2020

#Giants take UCLA CB Darnay Holmes at #110 - he's a nickel ...told me at the Combine he "loves to tackle" as the gunner on specials..has quicks, ball skills...will need some polish but he's gritty and determined

— GiantsWFAN (@giantswfan) April 25, 2020

#Giants got good value with Darnay Holmes, one of the top slot CBs in the 2020 draft.

— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) April 25, 2020

#NYG #DarnayHolmes CB Has experience in off and press man as well as with outside zone coverage. As a press corner mixed it up between reactive and jam. Could be physical with jam. Also flashed quick reacting to route breaks. Has the speed to stay in phase on vertical routes.

— Dan Shonka (@Ourlads_Shonka) April 25, 2020

The @PFF Draft Board ranks of the Giants draft picks:

4. Andrew Thomas (8th)
36. Xavier McKinney (19th)
99. Matt Peart (96th)
110. Darnay Holmes (86th)

Great value for every single pick so far. Love the draft

— Mike Renner (@PFF_Mike) April 25, 2020

NFL Network's @BuckyBrooks believes Darnay Holmes is the best nickel CB in the 2020 draft class.

— Giants Daily (@NYGDaily) April 25, 2020

Giants are low key having a top-5 Draft

— George Chahrouri (@PFF_George) April 25, 2020

The Giants selected guard Shane Lemieux from Oregon with their fifth-round pick (No. 150 overall). He was a second-team All-American. Adds depth at the position.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 25, 2020

Giants select Oregon G Shane Lemieux with the 150th overall pick.

Lemieux started every game at left guard for the Ducks in the last four years. He was ranked the No. 3 guard in the nation last season and No. 1 overall in the Pac-12, according to Pro Football Focus.

— Madelyn Burke (@MadelynBurke) April 25, 2020

Shane Lemieux is an iron man. 52 consecutive starts at left guard for Oregon. Plays very well in a phone booth, with some great power in the run game. Valuable depth for the Giants behind Hernandez and Zietler. #NFLDraft

— Nick Klopsis (@NickKlopsis) April 25, 2020

From the @PFF Draft Guide:

“Feet constantly driving in the run game. Line of scrimmage mover.”

Lemieux gave up only 1 sack and 16 total pressures in 2019 on 497 pass blocking snaps. On true pass-sets he earned a 65.7 pass-block grade.

Player comp? Senio Kelemete

— PFF NY Giants (@PFF_Giants) April 25, 2020

Hey #Giants fans, Shane Lemieux (@ShaneLemieux) is going to be a nasty OL for you. Get to know him better via my @TheDraftWire interview with him.https://t.co/q07cvb5u8p#NFLDraft2020

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) April 25, 2020

Giants fans ... Shane Lemueix is a physical mauler player. Good in a power type run game. Good punch in pass pro. Limited a bit in space or lateral quickness, but he’s a “blue collar” lineman. Should fit in well in Giants blue.

— Geoff Schwartz (@geoffschwartz) April 25, 2020

The Giants select LB Cam Brown with their sixth-round pick (No. 183 overall). The Penn State product has length and range at 6-5, 233 pounds. He had 15 tackles for a loss and 5.0 sacks in four seasons.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 25, 2020

Giants select Penn State OLB Cam Brown at 183

Brown produced 199 tackles — 15 for loss — and 5 sacks with four forced fumbles in 51 career college contests

— Madelyn Burke (@MadelynBurke) April 25, 2020

#Giants getting a very smart, versatile and athletic backer in Cam Brown. I was at his game vs Maryland, and his ability to be an overhang defender really stood out to me. He also has upside as a POA player too

— Emory Hunt (@FBallGameplan) April 25, 2020

Cam Brown is the 142nd ranked player on @PFF’s Board and the 11th ranked linebacker.

“With Brown, you’re betting on his athletic traits translating at the next level, and that’s not a bad bet considering how fluid he is at his size.”

— PFF NY Giants (@PFF_Giants) April 25, 2020

Report got from Penn State on BBKL for Cam Brown (6-5, 233, 4.72) - long and athletic and plays well in space.....would want to add power and play with more discipline

— GiantsWFAN (@giantswfan) April 25, 2020

Cam Brown plays fast, with a lot of athleticism, but is a bit raw. Was a strong leader on the Nittany Lions’ defense. His versatility being able to play inside linebacker or off the edge is likely something that drew the #Giants to take him here. #PennState

— Matt Lombardo (@MattLombardoNFL) April 25, 2020

#Giants draft Penn State LB Cam Brown No. 183 overall in the sixth round. 6-5, 233-pound senior. Long, fast, athletic, projected special teamer who had 72 tackles at linebacker as a senior. Another Senior Bowler.

— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) April 25, 2020

Giants with their first pick in the 7th round (218 overall) take LB Carter Coughlin of Minnesota.
Should be an excellent special teams player in Year 1.
Has some pass rush potential.

— Paul Schwartz (@NYPost_Schwartz) April 25, 2020

With the 218th pick, the #Giants select Minnesota LB Carter Coughlin

The consensus 4-star prospect out of Eden Prairie HS received a scholarship offer from Ohio State, but chose to stay home and continue the family tradition of playing for the Gophers at U of M

— Madelyn Burke (@MadelynBurke) April 25, 2020

The Giants select Minnesota LB Carter Coughlin in the seventh round (No. 218) of the draft. He had 22.5 sacks in four seasons. No relation to Tom Coughlin, ex-Giants coach.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 25, 2020

Coughlin’s overall grades the last two seasons; 89.5 in 2108 and 85.2 in 2019. Tested really well at the Combine and is listed 6’3 236 lbs.

— PFF NY Giants (@PFF_Giants) April 25, 2020

#Giants pick Carter Coughlin was my #7 OLB. He’s able to convert speed to power really well; he’ll set a good edge, and at times, will walk an OL back into the pocket. Very good use of his length as he is able to consistently shock-and-extend, then read

— Emory Hunt (@FBallGameplan) April 25, 2020

Giants picked a team captain in Carter Coughlin. Three year starter at Minnesota with 22.5 career sacks. Excellent football charater. Plays with great effort. Sounds like someone that could be a good special teams player.

— John Schmeelk (@Schmeelk) April 25, 2020

Carter Coughlin is such a good R7 pick by the Giants

6'3/236, former 4-star recruit, super productive

SPARQRASAdj. SPQ
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~859.860.82

Played out of position on the edge in college, but will be a good special teamer while he learns off-ball responsibilities

— Thor Nystrom (@thorku) April 25, 2020

Everywhere I looked up OLB Carter Coughlin, I found praise for his motor and work ethic......at this late stage of the draft, those are two key elements that will ring your phone

— GiantsWFAN (@giantswfan) April 25, 2020

At 238 overall, the #Giants draft South Carolina inside linebacker T.J. Brunson. Two-time team captain, college graduate, aggressive, possible special teamer. 6-0, 219.

— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) April 25, 2020

The Giants select South Carolina LB T.J. Brunson in the seventh round (No. 238) of the draft. Smallish linebacker who had six sacks in four seasons.

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 25, 2020

The Giants use the 247th pick to select another Gopher, Minnesota CB Chris Williamson.

Willliamson played in all 13 games in 2019, and started nine. He recorded 57 tackles (37 solo), including four for loss and 2.5 sacks... also had a nice pick 6 against South Dakota State

— Madelyn Burke (@MadelynBurke) April 25, 2020

The #Giants draft a second Minnesota defender, corner Chris Williamson, at 247 overall in the seventh round. 5-11, 199. Transfer from Florida who played final two years for the Gophers and started nine games as a senior. Likely nickel competitor/special teamer.

— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) April 25, 2020

#Giants go back to the secondary w/Chris Williamson: Plays almost like a S with regards to the run game; He’s
an excellent defender vs the run. Good footwork in zone, able to quickly flow through zones w/out losing sight of the QB or taking the cheese from different pass concepts

— Emory Hunt (@FBallGameplan) April 25, 2020

Williamson (6-0, 205, 4.55) primarily a big nickel and a 1-yr starter....played in the Shrine game

— GiantsWFAN (@giantswfan) April 25, 2020

The Giants final pick in the 2020 Draft is former Georgia LB Tae Crowder.

Crowder graded well the last two years:

2019 - 70.5 overall, 79 in coverage

2018 - 75.9 overall, 82.5 in coverage

— PFF NY Giants (@PFF_Giants) April 25, 2020

With the 255th & final pick of the #NFLDraft the #Giants select Georgia LB Tae Crowder

Crowder made the switch from RB to LB during his redshirt freshman year... He started 13 of 14 games last season, finishing w/ 62 tackles (4 for loss) & was a semifinalist for the Butkus Award

— Madelyn Burke (@MadelynBurke) April 25, 2020

With the final pick in the NFL Draft, at No. 255 overall to conclude the 7th round, the #Giants select 2020's "Mr. Irrelevant," Georgia ILB Tae Crowder who had 62 tackles as a senior and teammate of NYG's 1st-round pick, Andrew Thomas. That's the draft. #NFLDraft

— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) April 25, 2020