The New York Giants selected Minnesota center John Michael Schmitz with the 57th overall pick in Round 2 of the 2023 NFL Draft on Friday night in Kansas City.
Schmitz had been rated the top center in the draft by multiple pundits and analysts. Here’s what they likely saw to make that determination.
Reminder that John Michael Schmitz was not only one of the best offensive lineman at the Senior Bowl, he was one of the best players in Mobile period. pic.twitter.com/lw9KmhADwJ
— Justin Penik (@JustinPenik) April 29, 2023
John Michael Schmitz downfield blocking is #art
Shoutout to the @GopherFootball star for giving a highlight during team drills 🙌 pic.twitter.com/mZA7THZ8ck
— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) February 1, 2023
John Michael Schmitz got his hips around the 2T very quickly, which allowed the PS OG to locate the LB…He then finished the block with authority to help spring a 19-yd Mo Ibrahim run
Great feet and positioning by JMS pic.twitter.com/64pBXeMZXh
— Nick Falato (@nickfalato) April 29, 2023
John Michael Schmitz has great hand strength and replacement in pass protection. Let’s go Giants! pic.twitter.com/PU1sZ1Zrt5
— Bobby Skinner (@BobbySkinner_) April 29, 2023
John Michael Schmitz has the 'Nick Gates' offensive lineman mentality that we loved so much. Just an aggressive tone-setting finisher. pic.twitter.com/3uHb4iTX6E
— Nick Falato (@nickfalato) April 29, 2023
Giants Center John Michael Schmitz Film Breakdown
We got him. Watch the damn thing.
Watch➡️ https://t.co/Pl4jF0luP1 pic.twitter.com/l6JplTD16t
— Bobby Skinner (@BobbySkinner_) April 29, 2023
Schmitz is expected to come in and start for the Giants at center on Day 1.
