2017 NFL Mock Draft: 1st-Round Projections after Week 3

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Sep 3, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive back Justin Evans (14) celebrates his interception with linebacker Shaan Washington (33) during the second half against the UCLA Bruins at Kyle Field. Texas A&M won in overtime 31-24. Mandatory Credit: Ray Carlin-USA TODAY Sports /

23. player. 31. . S. Texas A&M. Justin Evans

This late in the first round, the New York Giants can sit back and wait for a smart value pick. The Giants could with an offensive lineman or some help on the defensive front seven, but I’d be interested to see them find a safety to pair with Landon Collins.

Right now, Nat Berhe is starting alongside Collins, but that needs to change in 2017 if they’re going to compete in the NFC East. Texas A&M’s Justin Evans is someone who NFL personnel are calling a top-20 pick, which makes him an appealing option for the Giants this late in the first round.

Evans is a ferocious safety that loves to make the big hit. He is also continuing to develop in pass coverage with some solid ball skills and instincts. With him and Collins in the defensive secondary, opposing offenses are going to be a a little jumpy worrying about getting leveled.

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