New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen was among a large contingent who attended the USC-Washington game on Saturday.
Schoen was flanked by assistant general manager Brandon Brown and director of player personnel Tim McDonnell as they got an up close and personal look at two of the nation’s top quarterbacks — Caleb Williams and Michael Penix.
Lot of NFL eyes on USC vs Washington tonight to see Caleb Williams and Michael Penix in person. There’s 21 scouts from 15 teams credentialed, including the GMs from Broncos and Giants.
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) November 4, 2023
Both Williams and Penix put on quite the show, too.
In a 52-42 Washington victory, Penix completed 22 of his 30 passes for 256 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. Williams completed 27 of his 35 passes for 312 yards, three touchdowns, no interceptions and one fumble in a losing effort.
With the Giants likely headed for a top pick in the 2024 NFL draft, it makes sense that Schoen & Co. would want a good look at the top available quarterbacks — even after signing Daniel Jones to a four-year, $160 million deal.
The Giants dropped to 2-7 on the season following a 30-6 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 9, and Jones appears to have suffered a season-ending torn ACL, putting his future very much in doubt.
In addition to Washington-USC, the Giants also had scouts at the following games: