Herc Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 Some promising stuff http://www.espn.com/blog/new-york-giants/post/_/id/52225/sterling-shepard-evan-engram-b-j-goodson-among-18-giants-spring-standouts Several Giants stood out this spring, and here are 18 of them Facebook Twitter Facebook Messenger Email comment 7:00 AM ET Jordan Raanan ESPN Staff Writer EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Giants completed seven weeks of strength and conditioning, which began in mid-April. They ran through four weeks of OTAs, then concluded with a mandatory three-day minicamp. The Giants accomplished some stuff this spring. The coaches taught, and the players worked, learned and refined their craft. Coach Ben McAdoo considered it a success. "The spring is about teaching and learning and jockeying for reps, really, in training camp and in the preseason games, just putting yourself in a better position so that you can go out and compete for a job in training camp," he said. "So it is more about teaching and learning. ... Yeah, we taught well and we learned well." After speaking with coaches, players and sources in and around the team, these are the players who stood out most: Even coming off a strong rookie season, Sterling Shepard was the Giants' most improved player this spring. Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire WR Sterling Shepard -- He was the Giants most improved player this spring. Thats saying a lot, since the 2016 second-round pick is coming off a promising rookie season. Shepards route-running is probably the best on the team, and he added some power and speed to an already strong, compact frame. WR Darius Powe -- He returned after a year on the practice squad with more confidence and explosion. Powe (6-foot-3, 220 pounds) already had the size. Now hes just more refined. He has a realistic shot at earning a spot on the active roster with a strong summer and preseason. WR Travis Rudolph -- Hes an undrafted rookie who made his mark in the spring. Rudolph flashed as a wide receiver and even showed some promise as a returner. He caught the coaches' eyes. TE Evan Engram -- The first-round pick stood out with that 4.42 speed in the spring practices, which McAdoo describes as being in underwear with their helmets. Engram flashed an ability to get down the middle of the field and make plays. His body control as a receiver was also noticeable. TE Jerell Adams -- He made a massive jump in the mental part of the game this spring. Adams was a rookie lost at sea at this time last year. TE Matt LaCosse -- Whenever hes been on the field over the past three years, hes impressed. This spring was no different. The Giants have high hopes for LaCosse as a receiver and blocker if he can remain healthy. OL Adam Gettis -- He continues to impress the Giants with his work ethic and fit in the offense. Gettis received first-team reps when starting left guard Justin Pugh was sidelined. That wasn't an accident. OT Chad Wheeler -- The undrafted rookie free agent didnt appear overwhelmed by the NFL game. He showed enough athleticism and physical ability to provide the Giants hope he can develop into a capable left tackle. OL Jon Halapio -- He had a strong spring and helped his cause by showing versatility with his ability to play center. DE Romeo Okwara -- He built on the momentum from a strong rookie season in which he went from undrafted free agent to late-season starter. It wasnt an accident that he was working with the first-team defense at OTAs this spring. DE Avery Moss -- The Giants are high on their fifth-round pick. They saw Moss size and movement skills in practice and are more confident than before that it can translate at the NFL level. One source insisted to me that Moss was going to be a serious player in the league. LB Calvin Munson -- The undrafted rookie opened some eyes in the spring. He could be an immediate special teams contributor if he earns a roster spot. LB B.J. Goodson -- The second-year middle linebacker made the jump the Giants were hoping to see this spring. Goodson received rave reviews for the way he handled the huddle with authority and moved fluidly around the field. He has the inside track to be the starting middle linebacker. Its his job to lose. CB Michael Hunter -- His name came up first when defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo was asked who impressed this spring. He worked his way into first-team reps and really stood out," according to Spagnuolo. Hunter is more confident and stronger. Hes in prime position to be the teams fourth cornerback after making a ton of plays this spring. S Jadar Johnson -- The undrafted rookie proved he belonged this spring. Its not exactly a surprise, coming from a program like Clemson. He flashed impressive ball skills and instincts. That was expected. How he tackles this summer may determine his fate, though. K Aldrick Rosas -- The Giants are so pleased with the way Rosas kicked that its unlikely they'll bring in competition for him this summer. They knew about his strong leg, but Rosas also opened some eyes with his accuracy. FB Jacob Huesman -- The former Chattanooga quarterback put on weight and worked with the first-team offense this spring. He also showed well on special teams. FB Shane Smith -- The undrafted rookie out of San Jose State quickly made the adjustment to the pro game and a new offense. With Smith and Huesman having strong springs, expect the Giants to have a fullback on the roster this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nas Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 Nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UK-Giantsfan Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 really good to hear that Okwara and Moss are looking promising . We need some depth behind JPP and Vernon at DE ( especially if Owa doesnt work out ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazedDogs Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 its very encouraging to see several guys that may be ready to break out at positiions of need. TE in particular appears to be going from a weakness to a strength. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herc Posted June 20, 2017 Author Share Posted June 20, 2017 Yeah basically all the young players I'm interested in hearing about showed up here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GA4M Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 Any good news before the start of the year is really just what it is, wishful thinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treehugger Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Giants gonna get themselves some B.J.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boohyah Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Erick flowers needed to be on that list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempest Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Erick flowers needed to be on that list Jordan and Erick haven't made up yet so expect to see little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mastershake Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 I want an all Alabama and Clemson team in five years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boohyah Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Jordan and Erick haven't made up yet so expect to see little. He did say it was only 18 of the several, whatever the fuck that means Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueInCanada Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Erick flowers needed to be on that list The two guys who stayed in NJ all off season "and trained like beasts" Hart and Flowers were the two guys who were constantly held out of practice with soreness and issues. Guess they went with Sinorice Moss's old trainer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeMesiS Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 Man, I'm really excited about our TEs. I hope the offensive line can give Eli some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazedDogs Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 Man, I'm really excited about our TEs. I hope the offensive line can give Eli some time. LOL, and when was the last time we could say that?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeMesiS Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 LOL, and when was the last time we could say that?!? ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GA4M Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 LOL, and when was the last time we could say that?!? Eli plays about the same if he has time or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempest Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 Eli plays about the same if he has time or not. He does play better when there is a running game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GA4M Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 He does play better when there is a running game Yeah, miss those days too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazedDogs Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 If Flowers can take a huge leap forward, those pass protection and running game dreams may come true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nas Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 If Flowers can take a huge leap forward, those pass protection and running game dreams may come true. A 300 lbs man taking a huge leap forward? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmenroc Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 I was really surprised the Giants didn't do more for the offensive line this offseason, but at the same time, it seems they tried to get guys in on deals the Giants felt good on...so on one hand, I wish we'd have done more, but on the other, I'm glad we didn't overpay. But 'overpay' is a funny word, you don't know if it applies until after the season is over and the player actually performs or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueInCanada Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 I was really surprised the Giants didn't do more for the offensive line this offseason, but at the same time, it seems they tried to get guys in on deals the Giants felt good on...so on one hand, I wish we'd have done more, but on the other, I'm glad we didn't overpay. But 'overpay' is a funny word, you don't know if it applies until after the season is over and the player actually performs or not. This years free agency was weak in Oline as well, alot of over the hill players, or others looking for a big pay day. If anything the draft was where the Gints were gonna find starters, draft was packed in the first few rounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazedDogs Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 A 300 lbs man taking a huge leap forward? I think he can out leap me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempest Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 If Flowers can take a huge leap forward, those pass protection and running game dreams may come true. We need more than just Flowers to take that leap in ability. Hart was worse and then there is John the pillow Jerry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazedDogs Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 after the last couple years, I'm aspiring to average. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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