Post by BamaBlue on Jul 19, 2018 7:12:54 GMT -5
Ryan Dunleavy does a very credible job of projecting the Giants roster and some of the possible outsiders in the linked NJ.Com article. A key element of this team is the offensive line. One of the projected guys on the outside is John Jerry. He's been as much a Giants Fans' lightning rod as he has been a symbol of the legacy of neglect by Jerry Reese. More than anything else, the projected 2018 Giants OL demonstrates how much Gettleman has invested in improvement to the OL.
53 Man Roster/Sleepers/Surprises
OFFENSIVE LINEMEN (9)
Who's out? Evan Brown, Nick Becton, Jarron Jones, Chris Scott, Zac Kerin, Malcom Bunche, Nick Gates, John Jerry
Ereck Flowers
Interesting offseason for Flowers, who went from starting left tackle, to fighting for a spot at right tackle, to trade bait, to entrenched starter at a new position. Shurmur has tried to build up Flowers' confidence, but former coach Ben McAdoo's brutally honest assessment of Flowers is a reminder it isn't such a simple fix.
Patrick Omameh
Omameh might be the least talked about free-agent signing made by the Giants. He has started 45 of 53 career games and has the versatility to play on either side of the line. He is the prototype of the new massive offensive lineman employed by the Giants.
Jon Halapio
Drafted by the Patriots in 2014, Halapio made his NFL debut with six starts last season. He elevated from backup guard to first-team center with his performance in the spring. Can he hold onto that job?
Will Hernandez
It was a surprise — and the Giants' gain — when Hernandez slipped out of the first round of the draft. He carries himself like a veteran and sets a physical tone. Hernandez already is acting like a personal chauffeur for Barkley
Nate Solder
Solder is the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL despite being the Giants' fall-back option after losing out on free-agent guard Andrew Norwell. The Giants have had a left tackle problem since David Diehl retired. Solder was a Super Bowl fixture with the Patriots.
Brett Jones
Jones started the final 13 games of last season at center and his play encouraged the Giants to move on from Weston Richburg. He is in a position battle with Halapio. The loser of the battle likely will be the first off the bench at all three interior line positions.
Chad Wheeler
Wheeler started six games at right tackle as an undrafted rookie but it seemed he needed to get stronger in the weight room. He played left tackle at USC and likely will be the No. 3 tackle swinging from side to side as needed.
John Greco
The eighth spot completely is up for grabs, but Greco gets the edge. He saw some first-team reps in the spring and has played under Shurmur in two other places. There is something to be said for familiarity and comfort with so much newness.
Nick Becton
The Giants could be in the market for an offensive tackle when other teams start making their training camp cuts. Until then, Becton, who spent last season on the practice squad and has six career games played, has a shot to convince the Giants to stay in-house
Who's out? Evan Brown, Nick Becton, Jarron Jones, Chris Scott, Zac Kerin, Malcom Bunche, Nick Gates, John Jerry
Ereck Flowers
Interesting offseason for Flowers, who went from starting left tackle, to fighting for a spot at right tackle, to trade bait, to entrenched starter at a new position. Shurmur has tried to build up Flowers' confidence, but former coach Ben McAdoo's brutally honest assessment of Flowers is a reminder it isn't such a simple fix.
Patrick Omameh
Omameh might be the least talked about free-agent signing made by the Giants. He has started 45 of 53 career games and has the versatility to play on either side of the line. He is the prototype of the new massive offensive lineman employed by the Giants.
Jon Halapio
Drafted by the Patriots in 2014, Halapio made his NFL debut with six starts last season. He elevated from backup guard to first-team center with his performance in the spring. Can he hold onto that job?
Will Hernandez
It was a surprise — and the Giants' gain — when Hernandez slipped out of the first round of the draft. He carries himself like a veteran and sets a physical tone. Hernandez already is acting like a personal chauffeur for Barkley
Nate Solder
Solder is the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL despite being the Giants' fall-back option after losing out on free-agent guard Andrew Norwell. The Giants have had a left tackle problem since David Diehl retired. Solder was a Super Bowl fixture with the Patriots.
Brett Jones
Jones started the final 13 games of last season at center and his play encouraged the Giants to move on from Weston Richburg. He is in a position battle with Halapio. The loser of the battle likely will be the first off the bench at all three interior line positions.
Chad Wheeler
Wheeler started six games at right tackle as an undrafted rookie but it seemed he needed to get stronger in the weight room. He played left tackle at USC and likely will be the No. 3 tackle swinging from side to side as needed.
John Greco
The eighth spot completely is up for grabs, but Greco gets the edge. He saw some first-team reps in the spring and has played under Shurmur in two other places. There is something to be said for familiarity and comfort with so much newness.
Nick Becton
The Giants could be in the market for an offensive tackle when other teams start making their training camp cuts. Until then, Becton, who spent last season on the practice squad and has six career games played, has a shot to convince the Giants to stay in-house
53 Man Roster/Sleepers/Surprises