Jan 8, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) during warmups before the start of the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports
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NEW YORK — The NFL Draft is rapidly approaching. And as the days count down, the seconds tick away. The New York Giants — and their franchise’s future — will be on the clock.
There’s no secret that ‘Big Blue’ will consider a QB, but the question remains who.
And according to Jordan Schultz, that could be Washington QB Michael Penix Jr.
The NFL Insider reports Giants’ head coach Brian Daboll flew 3000 miles across the country to see Penix Jr. at the Washington Pro Day, followed by a dinner.
In addition to meeting with the Giants, Schultz said multiple sources have also shared that Penix will have top 30 visits with the Broncos, Falcons, Raiders, and Commanders.
The Giants have showed interest in a multitude of QB prospects, but Penix is a legitimate candidate for them sometime in the selection process.
Penix impressed as Washington’s Pro Day last week, running a 40-yard dash in the 4.5 range while also performing well in the vertical jump and excelling in passing drills.
It’s no surprise that multiple teams with picks outside of the top five are interested in the 23-year-old, who could prove to be the answer to their quarterback woes. While it would be a surprise to see him go as high as No. 2 to the Commanders, you shouldn’t rule out any of these other teams taking a shot on him if he falls to them.
As for the Giants? Daboll wouldn’t be going to these lengths if the organization did not have a solid amount of interest in the former Husky. There’s no doubt that his ability to push the ball downfield and display veteran leadership means something to New York and other teams.
For now? There’s plenty of pressure on Daniel Jones entering year two of his contract extension. And while it’s tough to see the Giants taking a Penix Jr. with their first pick, a second-round selection make plenty of sense for NY.
