While the 2017 NFL Draft is still well over two months away, there are college prospects that are climbing up draft boards. South Alabama tight end Gerald Everett is one of those prospects and is reportedly the tight end of choice for the New York Giants.

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While everyone has Alabama tight end O.J. Howard as the cream of the crop, and rightfully so, Everett as impressed many and his hype train seems to be gaining some momentum.

Tony Pauline of Draftanalyst.com sees Everett climbing draft boards and could possibly be creeping up as late first round pick.

“Everett was impressive both days he participated in practice and though he has a size deficiency compared to other tight ends, teams view him as the truest deep threat and downfield playmaker at the position. There’s a belief Everett could slide into the late part of round one if he performs well at the combine. Right now I’m told he’s the tight end of choice for the New York Giants.”

It is still early to be seriously discussing the draft as the Giants won’t finalize their strategy until after the free agency period is over with in March. Much of what happens then will impact how they will go about the draft.

In 13 games last season, Everett caught 49 passes for 717 receiving yards and four touchdowns.

Along with Howard and Everett, the Giants are likely interested in Miami tight end David Njoku as a possible selection when they are on the clock at 23rd overall.

With how far away the draft is, there will be many options that the Giants will be targeting for their first round pick, but Everett seems to be climbing up the board.