Just Blog Baby 2014 NFL Mock Draft: Round One
By Chase Ruttig
Sep 28, 2013; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers defensive lineman Aaron Donald (97) celebrates getting a sack during the second quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers at Heinz Field. Pittsburgh defeated Virginia 14-3. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports
#12 New York Giants: Aaron Donald DE/DT Pitt
Rory’s Take: The Giants really lacked interior pass rush last year and some penetration up front would be a massive assist for JPP making his job easier.
Chase’s Take: New York hinted at an end of an era for their once vaunted pass rush in the offseason by letting Justin Tuck walk to the Oakland Raiders. Donald, a tweener who has great tape and a great Senior Bowl and Combine to back up his stock as a first rounder, would be the perfect pick to add to the Giants inside pass rush while being able to mentor him with the proven veterans who are still in the fold.