The New York Giants may have hit the jackpot by selecting Malik Nabers as the No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, with many likening him to the 'next Odell Beckham Jr'.
The LSU star's speed and playmaking ability are eerily reminiscent of former Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Both players have the knack for gaining separation once they have the ball and are notoriously difficult to bring down.
Despite his impressive speed, Nabers is far from a one-trick pony, boasting a skillset that extends beyond just pace. Nabers has the strength to power through contact and tackles - complete with an effective stiff arm - demonstrating his ability to adapt to any situation on the field.
After being drafted, Nabers expressed his eagerness to contribute both on and off the field. "I'm just hoping to be the best teammate I can be," he said, via NFL Network. "Get in with the community, hit the ground running and show what kind of athlete I am."
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Interestingly, Nabers had the highest scores of all available wide receivers at that point. However, it remains unclear who will be the Giants' quarterback as New York grapples with what to do with Daniel Jones following a disappointing 2023 season.
Given the uncertainty surrounding the quarterback position, the Giants could have opted for a signal caller like Michael Penix Jr , surprise pick by the Atlanta Falcons, or JJ McCarthy, drafted by the Minnesota Vikings. Instead, they chose the LSU star, who is expected to become the next big receiver in the Big Apple, filling the gap left by Beckham.
Before Nabers was chosen, Caleb Williams was selected first overall by the Chicago Bears as anticipated, while the Washington Commanders picked Jayden Daniels, the current Heisman Trophy winner, as the No. 2 overall pick. Both the Bears and Commanders will be hoping their new Heisman winners can lead their teams into a new era.
The Patriots picked Drake Maye No. 3 overall, who is set to lead New England after the Mac Jones experiment didn't work out. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals selected Marvin Harrison Jr. from Ohio State fourth, as they try to figure out how to provide quarterback Kyler Murray with more support.
Malik Nabers could be the New York Giants' next Odell Beckham Jr. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)The Los Angeles Chargers have chosen star tackle Joe Alt as the No. 5 overall pick, a move by head coach Jim Harbaugh to bolster the offensive line protecting star quarterback Justin Herbert. Alt, widely regarded as the best tackle in his class, offers Herbert some much-needed security in both pass protection and the run game.
Standing at an imposing 6-foot-8 and tipping the scales at 325 lbs, Alt has the physical stature to effectively shield Herbert. Moreover, Alt combines speed and finesse to keep pace with faster pass rushers, while also possessing the strength to hold these players at bay.
In his most recent 700 snaps, Alt conceded just 13 pressures, underlining his effectiveness when given the chance. However, his size could potentially be a disadvantage as he may struggle against smaller, quicker players. It remains to be seen how he will fare under Harbaugh's guidance at the Chargers.
As each team drafts their desired player, many have the potential to make an immediate impact. Nabers certainly has that capability, much like Beckham, regardless of who is calling the signals in New York.
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