2008 NFL Draft: 1.31 Kenny Phillips, S, New York Giants
Giants fans waited a long time to hear their team’s first pick; but I’m most would agree it was worth the wait. The defending Super Bowl champs biggest need was at safety because Gibril Wilson left for Oakland in free agency. As it turned out, the Giants landed the top safety on the board in Miami’s Kenny Phillips. Phillips has all the tools: size, speed, tackling ability, reaction time. The only issue is that he’s too aggressive at times and that lead to defensive breakdowns. Expect coordinator Steve Spagnuolo to work on that in training camp.
Fantasy Impact: Minimal for now, but in IDP leagues safeties can rack up the points.
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