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Good morning New York Giants fans! Happy Wednesday and Happy New Year!
New Year’s Eve is here, which is historically one of the biggest days in college football. Today we get some potentially great games, culminating in the first game of the second round of the College Football Playoffs. The showdown between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Miami Hurricanes could be of huge importance for the Giants, as multiple players on both teams could be in play for the Giants in the first round.
ESPN – noon
We’re starting the afternoon off with a game that has the potential to be a really good one. Neither of these teams are powerhouses this year, but both have been good enough to be ranked. From a draft perspective, each of these teams have players who could interest the Giants on the second day of the draft. We’ll highlight each of those in a bit, but I also want to shout out Vandy quarterback Diego Pavia. Pavia is an undersized quarterback who isn’t likely to be drafted highly — and might carry a “Priority Free Agent” grade. However, he’s also an exciting playmaker who’s creativity and competitiveness remind of Russell Wilson or Dillon Gabriel. He could be an option for the Giants if they decide they want to develop a backup behind Jaxson Dart.
(14) Vanderbilt – Miles Capers (OLB, 29) – Capers is an undersized EDGE for Vandy at 6-foot-4, 235 pounds, and he may have to transition to being an off-ball linebacker at the next level. However, he has been a very good run defender off the edge this year, while also generating 24 hurries per Pro Football Focus. He needs to get better at finishing his rushes, but at a nearly 10 percent run stop rate, he could be good depth as a late round pick or priority free agent.
(23) Iowa – Gennings Dunker (OT, 67) – The big question with Dunker is where he’ll play in the NFL. He’s been one of the top tackles in college over the last couple seasons, but it remains to be seen whether he has the athleticism to stay on the edge against NFL speed. He’s a stocky, powerful blocker at 6-foot-5, 315 pounds and has given up 6 hurries, 2 hits, and 3 sacks this year. Dunker has the frame and demeanor to move inside to guard — but could also be a mauler at tackle reminiscent of Jack Conklin if he proves that he has the quickness, agility, and flexibility to match up with NFL pass rushers.
CBS – 2:00 p.m.
Unfortunately, the best player on either team, and the one the Giants should be most interested in, won’t be playing. Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft and isn’t expected to play in this game.
In fact, Arizona State’s roster will...
