Phil Simms: Love Could Boost Giants

0:00This is Cory with the story, with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. Former NFL quarterback Phil Sims believes Notre Dame running back Jeremiah Love could change the New York Giants faster than a new quarterback. As the top-rated back in this draft class by Pro Football Focus, Love stands out with his explosive stats, including the highest yards after contact, average, and leading long runs among eligible rushers. Love's skills would pair well with the Giants' current backs by Cam's Catebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Fullback Patrick Ricard. This setup could build a strong power run game, easing pressure on young quarterback Jackson Dart by cutting down his risky scrambles. Sims, who played for the Giants from 1979 to 1993, knows the value of a game-breaking runner. It balances the offense, stretches defenses, and opens passing lanes without needing a perfect line up front. Still, the Giants pass with high-pick Saquon Barkley raises doubts as he delivered big plays,

1:03but not much team success. They need more help on the offensive line and defense first, making linebackers like Sunny Styles or Avail Reese smarter choices at fifth overall. Draftock heats up as teams waste splashy backs against building blocks, leaving the Giants at a crossroads for their rebuild.