NY Giants news: 7 UDFAs signed as rookie minicamp begins
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Key Points:
- Bankston, despite being undersized at 5-foot-10 and 196 pounds, is a tenacious, quick, and agile runner known for his short, choppy strides and exceptional contact balance, making him elusive on the field.
- He is also a capable receiver with 31 catches for 397 yards and three touchdowns, and his primary value lies as a kickoff returner, having averaged 36.2 yards per return with two touchdowns at New Mexico.
- The NFL's recent kickoff rule changes increase the importance of having a dynamic kickoff returner like Bankston, who can create scoring opportunities and improve field position.
- Schernecke, versatile in playing both tackle positions and possibly guard, is seen as a promising investment by the Giants, with coaches confident he will exceed expectations regardless of his eventual role.
- Dominic Zvada, Michigan's 2024 Big Ten kicker of the year, is considered a strong candidate to make an impact in the NFL, potentially addressing the kicking needs of teams looking for reliable specialists.
