The New York Giants are in obvious need of an offensive tackle as they head into the 2020 NFL Draft, so it comes as little surprise that they’ve met with all four of the top prospects at the position and then even a few in the second tier.
However, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Giants have held a particular interest in Iowa’s Tristan Wirfs, with whom they have spent “significant time.”
Giants among teams in top 10 that spent significant time with OT Tristan Wirfs, getting to know him, per source. He could be in play at 4 or if NYG trades back. For all the4 buzz about WR class, OTs could also push the needle in the first round, and not just with the top-four OTs
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) April 18, 2020
Of course, all meetings have been held in a non-traditional sense, either via teleconference, Skype or Zoom. In-person meetings have been shut down as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, leaving all interactions to occur virtually.
Despite that change, the Giants appear dead-set on gathering all the information they can on the top offensive tackle prospects and the connection to Wirfs certainly has gained some steam in recent days.
As far as fit, Wirfs likely projects more as a right tackle than a left tackle, where the Giants currently have veteran Nate Solder.
Here’s a quick breakdown on Wirfs from Draft Wire:
Wirfs has all of the tools to be a high-end starting offensive lineman for years to come. From his brute strength to his impressive athleticism to his nonstop motor once engaged with a defender, his skill set has much to be excited about. Regardless of whether teams plan on playing him at tackle or guard, he should be an early pick in this year’s class.
Whether the Giants stay put at No. 4 overall or trade down, do not be surprised to see Wirf’s name called whenever they are put on the clock.
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