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2015 NFL Draft: New York Giants’ Pre-Combine Seven-Round Mock

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2015 NFL Draft: New York Giants Pre-Combine Seven-round Mock

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In retrospect, New York Giants GM Jerry Reese’s 2014 draft was an absolute home run. Several picks made an impact on the roster, while the remaining picks look to contribute in the near future. With their highest pick in a decade (when they drafted Philip Rivers and traded for Eli Manning), Reese aims to round out an improving Giants team. With plenty of holes and free agency not yet underway, there are a multitude of paths New York can take.

Round 1: Brandon Scherff, OT (Iowa)

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Round 1: Brandon Scherff, OT (Iowa)

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If the Giants bring back Jason Pierre-Paul, they should definitely look to bolster their offensive line with their first pick. If JPP walks, this pick might change. However, Scherff is a big, strong senior, who, although he played LT, could translate into a good NFL RT. With Justin Pugh currently holding the position, the Giants would have the choice of moving either to RG, really solidifying their O-line.

Round 2: Denzel Perryman, ILB (Miami, FLA)

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Round 2: Denzel Perryman, ILB (Miami, FLA)

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If Perryman is still on the board when the Giants draft with the 40th overall pick, they should be all over him. He projects to be an every-down middle linebacker who’s just as strong in pass coverage as he is against the run. He’s not the tallest linebacker, barely reaching 6 feet, but he has impressive strength. If he’s not on the board, Benardrick McKinney of Miss. St. isn’t a bad option, either.

Round 3: Gerod Holliman, FS (Louisville)

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Round 3: Gerod Holliman, FS (Louisville)

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After replacing former first-round pick Calvin Pryor, Holliman exploded onto the scene. He led the FBS with 14 INTs, and showed impressive ball-hawk skills. He changes direction well, but often doesn’t take ideal paths to the ball carrier and hits with his shoulder as opposed to wrapping up with his arms. He needs to improve against the run, but shows tons of promise.

Round 4: Tony Lippett, WR (Michigan State)

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Round 4: Tony Lippett, WR (Michigan State)

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Some projections have Lippett going in the third round, others in the fourth. If he’s still available when the Giants are on the board in the fourth round, he should certainly be on their radar. He’s 6-foot-3, 192 pounds, with great route-running abilities and good hands. He was the No. 1 receiver at Michigan St., and with only Odell Beckham Jr. a lock for New York, they could use some WR depth.

Round 5: Deion Barnes, DE (Penn State)

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Round 5: Deion Barnes, DE (Penn State)

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At 6-foot-4, 240 pounds, Barnes has nice size for a late-round pick -- and he can always add to that in the weight room. Although this draft could be front-loaded with pass-rushers, once we reach the end of the draft, the talent dips a bit. Barnes reads plays well, but didn’t improve his stats the way scouts wanted him to. In the fifth round, he’s a solid pick for a New York team looking for d-line depth.

Round 6: Jeff Heuerman, TE (Ohio State)

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Round 6: Jeff Heuerman, TE (Ohio State)

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Heuerman is strong as a pass-catcher and run-blocker. At Ohio State, he lined up all over the field -- in line, in the backfield, and split wide -- similar to Ben McAdoo’s use of Larry Donnell in New York. Some scouts have him as high as a fourth-round pick, while others have him as low as the sixth. Tight ends can fall in the draft, and if he’s on the board, his character and play style are perfect for the Giants.

Round 7: Sam Carter, SS (TCU)

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Round 7: Sam Carter, SS (TCU)

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If Antrel Rolle returns, it won’t be on a long deal, and the Giants will need some younger players to inherit his role. Carter might be underrated as he’s pretty good in center field and near the line of scrimmage. He’s shown improvements in his tackling, which means he can still get better once he’s drafted. Initially a quarterback, Carter has shown incredible work ethic to become a draft-eligible safety.

Round 7 (from Denver): Justin Coleman, CB (Tennessee)

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Round 7 (from Denver): Justin Coleman, CB (Tennessee)

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Although he might not be the best CB available in the seventh round (with Troy Hill of Oregon potentially being on the board), but his character should have him rated better by the Giants. Hill has been arrested several times, which probably pushes him into FA. Coleman is a bit undersized, but should be a good nickelback and special teams player.

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