The New York Giants had a successful first day of the 2023 NFL Draft, selecting Maryland cornerback Deonte Banks with the No. 24 pick after trading up and impressing analysts with his speed and size. Banks, who stands at 6-foot-1 and weighs 197 pounds, ran a 4.32 in the 40-yard dash at the combine, showcasing his “superpower” physicality (New York Post).
General Manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll explained that they were willing to be aggressive with their pick and wanted to ensure they landed a player they were high on (Big Blue View). The selection of Banks earned praise from analysts, with Big Blue View grading the Giants’ Day 1 performance as a success and The Athletic highlighting Banks as one of the best available players for the Giants (Big Blue View, The Athletic).
Looking ahead to Day 2, the Giants will have two picks and will have a strong pool of players to choose from. According to The Athletic, potential picks for the Giants could include wide receiver Jalin Hyatt and linebacker Drew Sanders. The team will need to carefully consider their needs and select players who can help them build on their Day 1 success.
Throughout the draft, fans and analysts alike will be tuning in to see how the Giants perform. NJ.com gave the team’s decision to trade up for Banks a grade of A, suggesting that the pick was a smart move. Bleacher Report provided a detailed scouting report on Banks, noting his impressive 42-inch vertical and 11’4″ broad jump. Giants fans can find analysis and grades for each pick on multiple media outlets, including The Athletic, which will be providing ongoing coverage of the 2023 NFL Draft (NJ.com, Bleacher Report, The Athletic).
Overall, the Giants are off to a strong start in the draft and will be looking to continue building their roster with picks on Day 2. With a talented group of players to choose from, the team will need to make careful decisions to ensure they make the most of their selections.
