Kenny Pickett has become one of the premier quarterback prospects in the 2022 NFL draft due to his breakout season in 2021.
Pickett, a five-year quarterback for the Pittsburgh Panthers, had a lackluster start to his collegiate career as he threw only 39 touchdowns in his first four seasons. However, in his redshirt-senior season, Pickett erupted onto the scene throwing for 42 touchdowns (more than the previous four years combined) and 4,219 yards.
Additionally, Pickett also showcased his dual-threat capabilities as he rushed for 233 yards and five touchdowns.
This stellar play earned Pickett ACC Player of the Year and All-American First Team recognition. It has also made him a top-three quarterback prospect in this year’s draft.
At a time when many teams are desperate for a new franchise quarterback, this puts Pickett in a position to likely be an early first-round pick.
As for the New York Giants, they do not currently appear to be looking for the new face of the franchise in this year’s draft (with the singing of Tyrod Taylor and the verbal commitment to Daniel Jones) but you can never be too careful when scouting quarterbacks.
For that reason, the Giants, along with eight other organizations, were in attendance for Pittsburgh’s Pro Day on Monday to see Pickett.
Nine QB coaches have RSVPed to the @Pitt_FB Pro Day, where @MoveTheSticks’ top QB Kenny Pickett will be throwing: #Falcons, #Panthers, #Lions, #Saints, #Giants, #Eagles, #Seahawks, #Titans, #Commanders.
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Although the Giants were represented with a body or two, other teams appeared to send their entire contingent to the Pro Day.
