The New York Giants face critical decisions heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. With uncertainty surrounding quarterback Daniel Jones and potential moves up in the draft, GM Joe Schoen must focus on bolstering the offense. Following the loss of Saquon Barkley and lacking consistent receiving threats, the Giants could target LSU’s Malik Nabers at No. 6. Pro Football Focus suggests Nabers as a perfect fit due to his explosive playmaking ability, versatility, and sure-handedness, making him a top target to elevate the Giants’ passing game.
Malik Nabers NFL Draft Scouting Report
Malik Nabers would add a big-play element to the New York Giants’ offense and Jones’ arsenal in the vertical passing game, if he’s Schoen’s pick in the NFL Draft.
Last season, Nabers caught 89 passes for 1,569 yards with 17 touchdowns while averaging an eye-popping 17.6 yards per reception.
“(Ja’Marr) Chase was more of a dude physically and (Justin) Jefferson was already really skilled when he came out, but you can see some flashes of both of those guys with the way [Nabers] plays,” an AFC personnel executive tells NFL.com
It’s difficult to imagine Nabers not arriving in East Rutherford and immediately ascending to the top of the New York Giants’ depth chart at receiver.
“Nabers is the next big thing coming out of LSU’s receiver room,” NFL Media’s Lance Zierlein writes, comparing Nabers to Vikings All-Pro Justin Jefferson. “With the pure explosiveness and talent to be mentioned in the same breath as former LSU stars starring in the league today. Despite a lack of polish and precision as a route-runner, Nabers’ gliding movements and speed alterations seem to disguise the top-end speed and separation potential that await opposing coverages.
“He’s a bouncy leaper with the athletic ability to make the impossible catches possible. He tucks away accurate throws and displays the toughness and play strength to fight for tight-window victories over the middle. Nabers will need to address his tendency to track and play deep throws with finesse, or his early advantages will turn into 50/50 battles.”
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