Giants, Round 1, 19th Overall, DB Prince Amukamara: The Giants ignored needs at linebacker and on their offensive line when they drafted Amukamara, who now gives them one of the more formidable pass defenses in the NFL. ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. called him the steal of the draft.
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Jets, Round 1, 30th Overall, DE Muhammad Wilkerson: ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. called Wilkerson the 10th best overall player in the draft, but there have been questions regarding his work ethic. He is an excellent pass rusher and could be a starter for the Jets this season.
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Giants, Round 2, 52nd Overall, DT Marvin Austin: The NCAA suspended Austin all of last season for receiving improper benefits, which dropped the first-round talent into the second round. Tom Coughlin that the Giants are “in a high-risk business” and that Austin’s upside was too much to pass up in Round 2.
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Giants, Round 3, 83rd Overall, WR Jerrel Jernigan: Jernigan was a somewhat surprising third-round selection because many expected the Giants to address their offensive life at some point during the first three rounds. Jernigan could provide the Giants with the return man they have been lacking.
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Jets, Round 3, 94th Overall, DT Kenrick Ellis: Ellis had enough character issues, including a pending assault charge, to keep teams away from the nose tackle early in the draft. But Ellis’ on-field work ethic and raw size made him a high-risk, high-reward pick for the Jets in the third round.
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Giants, Round 4, 117th Overall, OT James Brewer: The Giants knew they needed help on the offensive line, but Brewer won’t provide any immediate impact. Brewer didn’t begin playing football until his senior year of high school, and started 21 games at Indiana. He is a long-term project for the Giants.
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Jets, Round 4, 126th Overall, RB Bilal Powell: Powell joins an abundance of Jets running backs, and likely will not see much playing time as a rookie. Though his physical skills are not the best, Powell has superior vision and relies on his instincts.
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Jets, Round 5, 153rd Overall, WR Jeremy Kerley: The TCU slot receiver adds to a receiving corps in need of more depth. Kerley is an explosive, Wildcat-type player who can return kicks. If Brad Smith leaves in free agency, Kerley likely would move into his role.
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Giants, Round 6, 185th Overall, ILB Greg Jones: Jones is undersized and has mediocre speed, but he has an impressive college resume that includes 465 career tackles and two-time first-team All American honors. He has a chance of cracking the lineup in his rookie season.
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Giants, Round 6, 198th Overall, S Tyler Sash: Sash’s poor speed likely will make him a major liability in coverage defense. Instead he will start his career on special teams. Sash’s superior instincts and football IQ makes him a player with upside.
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Giants, Round 6, 202nd Overall, LB Jacquian Williams: There’s not much tape on Williams before his senior season, tagged as a late bloomer after his final year at USF. In the immediate future he projects as a special teams contributor, but his athleticism suggests the potential for more.
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Jets, Round 7, 208th Overall, QB Greg McElroy: Jets GM Mike Tannebaum often drafts developmental quarterbacks, and the former Alabama QB presents a long-term project. Despite owning the top score on the Wonderlic (43) out of any quarterback in the draft, McElroy’s poor arm strength likely will limit his professional potential.
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Giants, Round 7, 221st Overall, RB Da’Rel Scott: Giants GM Jerry Reese liked Scott’s speed and strength, but his upside may be determined by his ability to stay on the field. Scott battled injuries throughout his career at Maryland, but was the fastest running back in the 40-yard dash (4.34 seconds) at the NFL Combine.
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Jets, Round 7, 227th Overall, WR Scotty McKnight: McKnight is quarterback Mark Sanchez’s buddy from high school, so it’s hard to believe Sanchez didn’t have a hand in the Jets’ final selection. The wide receiver had 219 career catches at Colorado.
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