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Giants add dynamic weapon to passing game with Evan Engram

Spruce Derden-USA TODAY Sports / Reuters

The New York Giants have selected tight end Evan Engram out of Ole Miss with the 23rd overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.

Engram, an elite athlete as evidenced by his sensational combine numbers, adds yet another dynamic weapon to the Giants' passing game.

Working as a matchup player in the slot, his ability alongside the likes of Odell Beckham Jr. and Brandon Marshall may be difficult for opposing defenses to gameplan against.

Engram was virtually unstoppable in that role with Ole Miss.

Evan Engram Bio

Position: TE
School: Ole Miss
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 234 lbs.

Strengths

  • Elite athlete, proven by phenomenal combine workout.
  • Wins in the small game by creating separation and running for yards after the catch; also has ability to go up and make plays over the top of defenders.
  • Can be moved all over the field to contribute in the passing game; particularly dominant from the slot.
  • Capped off college career with 65 receptions for 926 yards and eight touchdowns in 2016.

Weaknesses

  • Lack of blocking ability will make him solely a matchup receiving tight end.
  • Size is just average; more in line with a big wideout.

Combine Results

Event Result
40-yard Dash 4.42 sec
Bench Press 19 reps
Vertical Jump 36 inches
Broad Jump 125 inches
3-Cone Drill 6.92 sec
20-yard Shuttle 4.23 sec

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