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2019 NFL Mock Draft: Dexter Lawrence continues to rise

By Rucker Haringey

CLEMSON, SC - SEPTEMBER 2: Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence #90 of the Clemson Tigers #90 celebrates a tackle against the Kent State Golden Flashes on September 2, 2017 at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Todd Bennett/Getty Images)
CLEMSON, SC - SEPTEMBER 2: Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence #90 of the Clemson Tigers #90 celebrates a tackle against the Kent State Golden Flashes on September 2, 2017 at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Todd Bennett/Getty Images) /
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EUGENE, OR – SEPTEMBER 22: Quarterback Justin Herbert #10 of the Oregon Ducks passes the ball during the third quarter of the game against the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium on September 22, 2018 in E (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images)
EUGENE, OR – SEPTEMBER 22: Quarterback Justin Herbert #10 of the Oregon Ducks passes the ball during the third quarter of the game against the Stanford Cardinal at Autzen Stadium on September 22, 2018 in E (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images) /

Quarterback. Oregon. Justin Herbert. 9. player. 31.

We’re not condoning the Giants’ foolish decision not to draft a quarterback in 2018, but it could work out in a strange way for Pat Shurmur and company. The fact that so many other teams filled their quarterback needs this season, could leave the Giants with a clear path to take the guy they like most in 2019.

Assuming no one jumps in front of them, Herbert should be the guy they select. He’s got above average mobility and an absolute cannon for an arm. Top-notch arm strength is important for a team that’s going to play in cold weather and wind so frequently.

Herbert’s accuracy is also an underrated part of his game. Oregon doesn’t ask him to make a ton of NFL level throws, but he puts the ball right on the money for his receivers. Doing that for a guy like Odell Beckham Jr. can result in big plays.

A lot of teams are going to think long and hard about making a move or Herbert in the draft. Ultimately, the Giants might be forced to move up to acquire their franchise quarterback. No matter what, they’ll face a nervous wait on draft night.

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