Giants' New Offense: Arkansas RB Mike Washington Jr. Day 2 Draft Pick

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The New York Giants' offense could shift even more toward the run game in 2026 under new head coach John Harbaugh and offensive. Coordinator Matt Nagy. They already have a solid duo in running backs. Cam's cataboe and Tyrone Tracy, but those guys lack top in size and speed. That's why the team might target Arkansas running back Mike Washington, Jr. in the 2026 NFL draft to round out the backfield. Washington stands out with his rare mix of size and speed. At 6'1 and 223 pounds, he's one of the biggest backs in the class, yet he posted the fastest 40 yard dash time among. Running backs at the NFL scouting combine. His explosive work out there has scouts buzzing, putting him squarely on the Giants radar. Fans and analysts see him as a perfect complement because of his downhill power, quick cuts, and ability to break big runs. He shows good

1:01vision, contact balance, and even steps up and pass protection, plus he catches passes reliably out of the backfield. With no major red flags, he's drawn comparisons to prototypical NFL workhorses. That said, Washington has room to grow. Mainly with his pad level, he runs a bit upright, which can lead to tackles low down before he gets rolling. He also needs better anticipation at the second level to turn more runs into home runs consistently. Overall, he projects as a day-to-draft pick with rotational upside and starter potential, especially for run-heavy teams like the Giants. Pair him with their current backs, and New York could have a scary ground attack ready to pound defenses. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. A pillow that plays your podcasts, music, or white noise privately, no ear buds required. S-O-L-I-SOL pillow dot com.