The IDP world is always changing and owners need to keep their eyes open for value. Last year the Giants invested a third round pick in former UCLA defensive end Owamagbe Odighizuwa. He came into the league a bit banged up and ended his rookie season quite early on injured reserve with a foot injury, although the Giants called it a hamstring issue. There is something of great value there buried behind a newly beefed up New York defensive line. I decided to re-review five of his 2014 collegiate games against Virginia, USC, Utah, Texas, and Arizona State, and it was clear this Giant has the skill set to wreak havoc in the NFC East and beyond. Here are my thoughts: DE – Owamagbe Odighizuwa, NY Giant formerly of UCLA 6’ 3” 267 lbs. Cons: Although, the aftermath did not show on the game tape I viewed, the former Bruin had hip surgeries in 2013, which caused him to miss that entire year. This injury may have affected his last season’s performance and might sap his fluidity. Once Odighizuwa comes out of his stance in pass rushing situations, he can get tunnel vision on the quarterback and tends to over pursue, while getting much too high, letting blockers into his body. Pros: The Giant defensive lineman lined up at both defensive end spots and occasionally kicked inside to defensive tackle. He mostly used a four-point stance off the line of scrimmage, but sometimes would stand up like a linebacker near the line. Odighizuwa has a quick first step and gets great […]
DE Owa Odighizuwa, New York Giants
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