Giants Sign OL Daniel Faalele + Mock Draft | 964

The Talking Giants podcast episode dives into the New York Giants' latest offseason move: signing offensive lineman Daniel Falele from the Baltimore Ravens, a 6'8", 380-pound guard who has played every snap over the last two seasons. Hosts Justin and Sean express deep skepticism about the signing, criticizing Falele’s poor pass-blocking efficiency, lack of awareness, and frequent struggles in film, calling him a 'turd' despite the 'no harm' justification. They argue the move signals a failure to address critical needs at offensive guard and interior defensive line, especially with Greg Van Roten still unsigned and the draft approaching. The hosts lament the Giants’ lack of urgency, questioning why they haven’t re-signed Van Roten or added a proven veteran. The second half of the episode features a detailed mock draft, with the Giants taking Caleb Downs at #5—a safety with elite production, intelligence, and leadership—followed by Peter Woods at #37, Chase Bisanti at #37, Elijah Surratt at #105, and several Day 3 picks. The mock draft emphasizes value, positional need, and upside, with the hosts expressing excitement over Surratt’s red-zone dominance and Kennedy’s potential as a day-three safety. The episode ends with a humorous long-term prediction that Jaden Kennedy will be the one draft steal of the year.