New York Giants Undrafted Free Agent Tracker

Who is planning to sign with the Giants now that the draft is over? WE have the tracker plus scouting thumbnails.

Author:
Gene Clemons
Updated:
May 1, 2023 12:02 PM EDT
Original:
Apr 30, 2023

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The New York Giants have approximately eight roster spots available to sign undrafted free agents, and they wasted little time in getting to the task following the conclusion of the 2023 draft.

The following players have been linked to the team, either as those the team intends to sign or try out. Keep in mind nothing is official until the players undergo a physical and report; in past years, players have been linked to the team only to change their minds or suddenly not appear at the rookie minicamp.

Speaking of which, the rookie minicamp is next weekend, May 5-6. Please check this page periodically this week for updates and for scouting thumbnails on the names linked to the Giants.

Note: Added new profiles for tryout players at the bottom of this report.

Reported Signings

CB Gemon Green, Michigan

6-foot-2 | 186 lbs.

Green was considered the best coverage guy in the Michigan secondary at one point this past season. He has good athleticism, and his change of direction allows him to pattern match well. He has suffered through adversity his entire Michigan career but finished the assignment, which speaks to his toughness and grit. Those qualities also are signs of a good special teams player. (Pending signing reported by Clayton Sayfie)

LB Dyontae Johnson, Toledo

6-foot-2 | 230 lbs.

Johnson can keep his pad level at a normal level and also get low on his tackle attempts. He’s able to lay a really good pop because of it. When playing ILB, he shows good patience in reading the hat of the running back before deciding which gap to shoot. It works well for him. He flashed some rush potential against EMU coming off the edge and might have some upside in that capacity. He's capable of playing either inside or outside linebacker. (Pending signing reported by Tom Pelissero)

LB Troy Brown, Ole Miss

6-foot-1 | 220 lbs.

A former three-time, first-team All-MAC selection at Central Michigan, Brown started 30 games for the Chippewas before he moved to Ole Miss to play his final season. He tallied 93 tackles and five pass breakups for the Rebels. Brown has a nose for the ball and knows how to sift through traffic and get to the ball carrier. (Pending signing reported by Jordan Schultz)

QB Tommy DeVito, Illinois

6-foot-2 | 210 lbs.

Very good throwing mechanics and arm strength. It shows that he can consistently drive the ball to the opposite hash. They will be able to make those throws in the pros. Good on timing routes, as the ball comes out quickly, and the placement is generally good. This isn't a negative when I say this, but DeVito is a solid game manager who protects the ball, the drive, and the series and keeps the offense on pace. (Pending signing reported by Doug Kyed)

WR Bryce Ford-Wheaton, West Virginia

6-foot-3 | 224 lbs.

Ford-Wheaton has a flair for the dramatic/acrobatic catch. He will do what he can to haul in the reception. He does a really good job of helping out his quarterback in that regard. He has good overall athleticism, as he can get his body into various positions to make the catch.

Tough as nails, too; he's not afraid to take a shot for a reception. He has that "dog mentality" you want at the position. The effort will be there. He has some suddenness to his game, where if he wins off the release, he can hit the accelerator and blow past a defender. (Pending signing reported by Jordan Raanan)

DE Habakkuk Baldonado, Pittsburgh

6-foot-5 | 260 lbs.

Very good vs. the running game. He can maintain the line of scrimmage, set an edge to close the door on the outside run and play both the run toward and away from him. It gives you good length up front that helps him stay active at the POA. If the ball isn’t coming his way, or if he can’t get to the QB, his hands stay up in the air, trying to get the knockdown. Gives maximum effort on each play. (Pending signing reported by Jordan Schultz)

LS Cameron Lyons, Charlotte

6-foot-0 | 225 lbs.

He made 30 starts as the long snapper for Akron before transferring to Charlotte for his final two seasons. He became a two-time honorable mention, All-Conference performer. The first was in Conference USA, and the next year it was in the American Athletic Conference. At only six feet tall, he is a little short to be considered among the premium long snappers in the league, but he has executed well for five seasons. (Pending signing reported by Charlotte Football)

Reported Tryouts

SAF Alex Cook, Washington

6-foot-1 | 196 lbs.

Very fluid athlete and athleticism, with the flexibility to play all the safety spots equally well. He shows that he can get out in the slot and cover tight ends and certain wide receivers. He is able to fluidly transition out of his backpedal into a speed turn to make up ground or accelerate to close on the receiver. When coming downhill in run support, he had top-notch acceleration and took consistent, assertive angles. Strong open-field tackler in space and in the hole. (Tryout reported by Mike Vorel)

LB O’Rien Vance, Iowa State

6-foot- 2 | 260 lbs.

A four-year starter at Iowa State, Vance is a heart and hustle linebacker who has a tireless motor. He was able to hold off more physically gifted players at the position over his time with the Cyclones. He could definitely be a special teams staple for a team. (Tryout reported by Ryan Fowler)

OL Khalil Keith, Baylor

6-foot-5 | 314 lbs.

Moves like a tight end out there on the field. I’d be interested to see what he runs in the 40-yard dash because he’s got some quicks. That initial burst off the ball helps him get position and an angle on defenders in the run game. When he's able to fire off the ball downhill, he’s able to make something happen in the run game. Has the versatility to play guard or tackle as a pro. Could even be a solid swing OL option as well. (Tryout reported by Ryan Fowler)

WR Garett Maag, North Dakota

6-foot-4 | 210 lbs.

He has underrated acceleration with the ball in his hands. He has that ‘tall speed,’ as we like to say; he can really pick’em up and put’em down. As a red-zone option, he’s really solid because he can play the physical game and does a really consistent job of winning quickly on his route to get open. He could develop into a core special teams candidate, especially on coverage units. (Tryout reported by Cullen Holt)

WR Carlos Carriere, Central Michigan

6-foot-5 | 203 lbs.

Has good overall athleticism. Can resemble Stretch Armstrong at times with the catch radius he has. Does a good job with his releases off the line of scrimmage. Very quick twitch for such a taller receiver. Shows an understanding of how to operate vs. zone coverage. Has good acceleration to slip down the seam or on a takeoff route where he gets an inside release. Solid hands to make catches at any level of the field. Had a strong Tropical Bowl week. Has good developmental upside. (Tryout reported by Ryan Fowler)

TE Kemore Gamble, UCF

6-foot-4 | 236 lbs.

A very good receiver who could develop into a legitimate, solid ‘big slot’ option for a team. Has the physicality to fight through contact within the route to work himself open. Soft hands; able to catch any type of pass thrown his way. Shows a willingness to lay out for receptions as well. Gives a good effort in the passing game. Good quickness and agility to make one miss in the open field. (Tryout reported by Alec Degan)

TE Ryan Jones, ECU

6-foot-3 | 247 lbs.

Raw tight end prospect. He was a four-star defensive recruit for Oklahoma, where he spent two seasons playing on the defensive side. Transferred to ECU and amassed 78 receptions for 855 yards and ten touchdowns during his two-year transition to tight end. A big-time athlete at the position. (Tryout reported by Ryan Jones)

QB/RB Haaziq Daniels, Air Force

6-foot-1 | 205 lbs.

Local prospect (Franklin, NJ). Above average arm talent, able to make any throw on the field. Has a good combination of arm strength, velocity, touch, and anticipation. He has good athleticism, including his ability in the run game and throwing on the move. The anticipation part is really impressive. Hits the receiver as he’s breaking open. Also protects the ball and receiver with his placement. Reads coverages rather well. (Tryout reported by Aaron Wilson)

QB Hunter Johnson, Clemson

6-foot-2 | 210 lbs.

Not afraid to put the ball up top and give his receiver a chance to make a play. In the quick game he’s able to get the ball placed right where you’d need it to be. Shows that he’s able to put it on the receiver. He had a solid Tropical Bowl Scrimmage on short notice, which got him elevated into the regular week. (Tryout reported by Greg Doyel)

RB Ike Irabor, Union College

6-foot | 200 lbs.

He is a slasher who can press that outside zone well before planting his foot in the ground and cutting it back, knifing through the defense. He has good, continuous acceleration, able to increase speed and change gears as he moves downfield. He was a legit game-breaker at Union. Very good field vision, excellent in the open field. Would be an ideal perimeter player as a pro. (Tryout reported by Ike Irabor)

RB Peter Oliver, Holy Cross

6-foot | 222 lbs.

Oliver is a big, strong running back who was a tough runner in a highly dynamic offense over the past few seasons at Holy Cross. In his final season for the Crusaders, he averaged over six yards per carry as he helped the team advance to the second round of the FCS Playoffs. (Tryout reported by Holy Cross Football)

WR Tarique Milton, Texas

5-foot-10 | 192 lbs.

Spent five seasons at Iowa State before transferring to Texas for his final season. His best season was as a sophomore for the Cyclones, where he was second on the team in receiving yards (722) and fourth in receptions (35) and led the team with three touchdown catches. He ranked second in the Big 12 and seventh nationally in yards per catch (20.6). He was part of the stable of receivers at Texas in 2022. (Tryout reported by Jeff Howe)

C Ahofitu Maka, UTSA

6-foot-3| 325 lbs.

Gets great initial pop into the defender. Really can uncoil with power into the defensive lineman and keep him at the POA/LOS. He has good quickness off the ball and shows above-average explosiveness when you combine his ball get-off with his initial contact power. Excellent core strength, showing the ability to anchor rather well. He has good patience & recognition upfront and doesn’t find himself getting persuaded by twists and late pressures. (Tryout reported by UTSA Athletics)

DL Ami Finau, Maryland

6-foot-2| 320 lbs.

Really good awareness for the position. He seems to know where the ball is going at all times, allowing him to get in position to make a play. Underrated point of attack strength. He’s capable of holding down and maintaining the LOS. Uses his hands really well, doesn’t allow himself to get reached, and can lock out and extend. (Tryout reported by RV3 Sports Agency)

DL Lwal Uguak, TCU

6-foot-5 | 275 lbs.

A big strong interior defensive lineman, Uguak has been a good rotational player this season at TCU. Before transferring to play for the Horned Frogs, Uguak spent four seasons at UConn. A sub-five second forty shows the flashes of athleticism that the 6-foot-5, 275-pound Canadian and South Sudanese lineman has repeatedly shown throughout his career. (Tryout reported by John D. Hodge)

Colorado LB Quinn Perry

6-foot-2 | 245 lbs.

A big, strong interior linebacker that was named one of the team captains his senior season. Perry finished his final campaign in Boulder with 77 tackles, one sack, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and a couple pass breakups. A definite box linebacker who can be a thumper in the middle. (Tryout reported by Colorado Football)

S Eli Weber, Augustana