New York Giants Rookie Wide Receiver Wan’Dale Robinson Ready to Quiet Critics About His Size
Feature - May 1, 2022
On Day 1 of the 2022 NFL Draft, the Giants did what many thought they would do given their selections of edge Kayvon Thibodeaux and offensive tackle Evan Neal, two blue-chip players who fill big needs on the roster.
The start of Day 2 was quite a different story. With the No. 36 pick--a pick largely anticipated to be one of a cornerback, safety, or linebacker--the Giants traded down two spots with the Jets to No. 38th while picking up an additional fifth-round pick.
Not long after, the Giants traded down again, this time with the Falcons, to acquire the 43rd and 114th overall picks, the former of which became Kentucky wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson.
The selection of Robinson was a curious one given the Giants perceived needs and the timing of that pick. Projected to go in the fourth or fifth round by NFL.com's Chad Reuter, many people immediately opined that the selection was a reach by new general manager Joe Schoen.
The Giants feel otherwise about the 5-foot-8, 178-pound Robinson.