The New York Giants are scouring the depths of the 2020 NFL Draft class as they seek roster upgrades, and they’ve dug out a few interesting names in recent days.
With a need for talent along the edge, another potential diamond in the rough they’ve been sniffing around is Michigan defensive end Michael Dana, with whom they’ve have substantial contact, according to Matt Lombardo of NJ Advance Media.
The Giants have been in close contact with Michigan defensive end Mike Danna, according to an individual with knowledge of the team’s plans.
Danna has communicated with members of the front office, and the coaching staff has been impressed.
Danna transferred to Michigan last season after spending three seasons at Central Michigan, where the 6-foot-2, 262 pounder recorded 151 tackles, 27.5 tackles for loss and 15 sacks. With the Wolverines, Danna was limited to just 38 total tackles, three sacks and one forced fumble.
Although labeled an “athletic freak” by our friends over at Wolverines Wire, Danna is projected to be a Day 3 pick or potential undrafted free agent. But with four seventh-round picks in tow, the Giants may opt to snag him instead of running the risk that he signs elsewhere in the aftermath of the draft.
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