The New York Giants quickly turned their attention to undrafted free agents after the draft, beginning with a familiar face for their new quarterback.
The team signed Ole Miss wide receiver Antwane Wells, according to Arye Pulli, providing rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart with one of his former college teammates to help ease his transition to the NFL.
In some cases, success isn’t solely about talent—it’s also about comfort, chemistry, and finding ways to support your future franchise quarterback.
What Antwane Wells Brings to the Giants’ Depth Chart
Wells, a 24-year-old receiver standing at 6’0″ and 205 pounds, has the build of a strong possession receiver rather than a speedster.
Last season at Ole Miss, he spent 87.2% of his snaps lined up on the outside and just 12.8% in the slot.
While his 2024 statistics—550 yards and six touchdowns—might not stand out, there’s more to his game than what meets the eye.
Wells is a tough, physical player after the catch, making him difficult to bring down. This scrappy style could be an asset if he earns a special teams role.
The Drop Issue That Holds Wells Back
However, Wells has a significant flaw that likely contributed to his undrafted status—his drop rate.
He dropped five passes on just 56 targets last season, raising concerns about his consistency and hands.
At the NFL level, missed opportunities can cost a player their spot, and drops are often the quickest way to be cut.
That said, Wells had a standout season in 2021 with James Madison, racking up 1,138 yards and 13 touchdowns, showing that there’s real potential if he can resolve his drop issues.
A Practice Squad Project with Upside
At this point, Wells is almost certainly a candidate for the Giants’ practice squad.
He’s not known for separation and struggles with contested catches, but his connection with Dart could give him a leg up in training camp.
If Wells impresses, special teams may be his best path to making an impact.
Otherwise, he’ll need to show significant development before he can secure a spot on the 53-man roster.
For an undrafted free agent, though, it’s a low-risk move with the added bonus of helping to build early chemistry for the Giants’ young quarterback.
