The Giants are holding three tryouts in a mandatory minicamp

Former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Willie “Tre” Herndon III headlined the list of players brought to the New York Giants minicamp for a tryout. Herndon was joined by tight ends Noah Togiai and Geor’quarius Spivey.

Herndon has built a respectable NFL career for himself since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2018, more or less holding down the Jaguars’ secondary fort following the departure of franchise top prospect Jalen Ramsey.

Last year at Duval County, he recorded 243 tackles, 32 pass breakups and three interceptions, including 46 knockdowns in 16 appearances. Herndon also turned up the pressure with a career-best three quarterback hits.

The Giants’ linebacker could use some experience, considering second-round rookie Tyler Nubin is currently on track to take the starting snaps at strong safety this time around. Herndon played primarily in Jacksonville, but has played in 34 games over the past six seasons.

Elsewhere, the Giants brought in two more potential names that could compete for tight ends. The first is Noah Togiai, a former two-sport athlete at Oregon State (in addition to his football duties, he briefly competed for the Beavers basketball team). He has made three appearances for the Philadelphia Eagles since entering the league as an undrafted free agent. agent in 2020