There has been a lot of turnover on the New York Giants’ roster since Dave Gettleman took over as general manager in 2017, and the 2020 team looks nothing like the group Gettleman inherited from Jerry Reese.
But the turnover is almost complete. The Giants have filled most of their needs and are in building mode. Gettleman has addressed many of his mandatory needs through the NFL Draft and free agency, and there is little room for undrafted free agents to walk into camp this summer and make an impact.
Here are three undrafted free agents we believe could make the roster and make an impact.
Austin Mack, WR, Ohio State
OSU is famous for pumping out productive receivers and sometimes talented players get pushed to the side. That appears to be the case with Mack, who only had 79 receptions for 1,050 yards over three seasons in Columbus.
The 6-foot-2, 215-pounder is a solid route runner with a lot of discipline to his game. He was been compared by scouts to former Giant Cody Latimer. If Mack can distinguish himself on special teams — like Latimer did — he will increase his chances of nailing down a roster spot.
Kyle Murphy, OL, Rhode Island
Murphy (6-foot-4, 302 pounds) is a legitimate pro prospect who played both guard and tackle in college and that is something the Giants love — versatility and flexibility.
Murphy is also a strong pass protector and likely went undrafted because of where he went to school. That won’t matter once he gets into camp. The Giants are revamping their offensive line and are looking for upgrades no matter where they come from.
If Murphy shows the toughness, strength and agility the Giants are seeking, he can sneak onto this roster.
Javon Leake, RB/returner, Maryland
The Giants love special teams players and the 6-foot, 215-pound Leake fits that mold being a top returner.
Leake became the first player in Big Ten Conference history to earn Offensive and Special Teams Player of the Week for the same game last year against Illinois. The Giants have Saquon Barkley and Dion Lewis in the backfield but could use some depth.
Leake should make the team as a returner, though, and then they’ll integrate him into the offense.
