When the New York Giants took Darius Slayton in the fifth round of this year’s draft, fans may not known what they were getting out of the Auburn product. His speed (4.39 40-yard dash at the combine) was likely a contributing factor to the Giants taking a chance on him.

With minicamp now in the rear-view mirror, the Giants are in full swing in their offseason with the rookies really getting their first taste of the NFL experience. And Slayton has been a player that has caught the eye of head coach Pat Shurmur.

“He’s done a really good job. I think we were all here during rookie minicamp when he kind of had the yips, drops and what not. He’s really smoothed it out and he’s been making plays,” Shurmur told reporters this week. “He’s the first guy that comes to mind. This time of year, it’s more about throwing and catching and less about blocking and tackling. I think the young guys in the secondary have been competing, all of the new players. That’s a good thing.”

Slayton’s speed has even caught the eye of Adidas, who he has officially signed with.

Slayton and rookie quarterback Daniel Jones have developed a nice chemistry during minicamp. The two could be a key connection in the Giants offense for years to come.

Slayton’s minicamp wasn’t all great as he had a rough first practice. Luckily, he was able to get passed it on his way to impressing his head coach during the entirety of camp.

The Giants may have found themselves a nice hidden gem in the fifth round. Slayton has big play capability that could help the giants right away and may be just another chip in the Giants offense this year.