New York Giants: 2016 Rookies progress report

Jerell Adams

Giants fans may not think Jerell Adams impressed all that much last season. But let’s face it: The tight end squad, in general, was less than impressive and Eli Manning was playing behind the equivalent of one massive piece of Swiss cheese. The guy had barely any time to even throw to Adams and the rest of the Giants receiving weapons. With that being said though, Adams playing time increased as the Giants 2016 progressed.

This year will be different for Adams — guaranteed. He has already impressed at OTAs with his speed and athleticism and his hands haven’t been an issue. Let’s not disregard the fact that Adams’ potential is two-fold. Not only is he a receiving threat, but he is a proven blocker as well. He is young, eager, ready and willing to improve on both of those skills to help the team in any way needed, per Giants Wire:

"“Getting bigger and putting on more weight,” Adams said. “I want to work on my blocking and my route running, getting down the seam and making tough catches. I felt like I could have blocked a lot better. My technique is the most important thing.”"

That is exactly what makes Jerell Adams so valuable to the New York Giants. He is a threat in so many different aspects of the offense, is aware of that fact and is constantly working to improve himself.