Giants Core Begins with Draft

As start of the regular season approaches and I take a look at the Giants roster, it came to my mind that this team is truly built through the draft. Just like any other championship caliber team, some spots are also filled with free agents that can come in and fit in to make an impact. Below I will list the Giants starters and significant back ups for bother offense and defense and list the round they were drafted in.

QB - Eli Manning (1Rd. #1 pick Draft Trade) *

HB - Brandon Jacobs (Draft 4th Rd) *

HB - Ahmad Bradshaw (Draft 7th Rd) Leading rusher in Super Bowl XLII

WR - Hakeem Nicks (Draft 1st Rd)

WR - Ramses Barden (Draft 3rd Rd)

WR - Steve Smith (Draft 2nd Rd) *
WR - Mario Manningham (Draft 3rd Rd)

WR - Sinorice Moss (Draft 2nd Rd)

TE - kevin Boss (Draft 5th Rd) *

OT - David Diehl (Draft 5th Rd) * All Pro

OG - Chris Snee (Draft 2nd Rd) * All Pro

DT - Barry Cofield (Draft 4th Rd) *
DT- Jay Alford (Draft 3rd Rd)

DE - Justin Tuck (Draft 3rd Rd) * All Pro

DE - Osi Umenyiora (Draft 2nd Rd) * All Pro

DE - Mathias Kiwanuka (Draft 1st Rd) Could start for any team in the NFL

LB - Bryan Kiehl (Draft 4th Rd)

LB - Clint Sintim (Draft 2nd Rd)

LB - Jonahton Goff (Draft 5thRd)

CB - Aaron Ross (Draft 1st Rd) *

CB - Corey Webster (Draft 2nd Rd) *

CB - Terrell Thomas (Draft 2nd Rd) Could start for most teams in the league
S - Kenny Phillips (Draft 1st Rd) *

S- Michael Johnson ((Draft 7th Rd) *

* = Starter

As you can see above, this organization has truly established its foundation through the draft. In the NFL unlike most other leagues, success starts with building the core of your team through the draft. Not only do the Giants cherish their picks but they do a great job picking the right players to fit in and contribute.