The New York Giants were looking for a power running back to complement Paul Perkins in the backfield and there is a possibility that they have found one. The Giants agreed to contract terms with running back Shaun Draughn on Tuesday, who could fill that void.

The Giants’ rushing attack hasn’t been their strength for quite some time now. They were last in the NFL in rushing touchdowns scored in 2016, having reached the end zone just six times through the ground game.

Draughn himself had six total touchdowns last season with the San Francisco 49ers, which including four on the ground. With the Giants lacking production in short yardage situations, Draughn could be of service.

Perkins earned himself the starting role during the final stretch of the season in his rookie year and he will likely be the lead back going forward, barring any changes.

In addition to Perkins, Shane Vereen has already carved himself out a role in the passing game. He has value as a pass catcher the Giants like, especially on third downs.

Draughn can likely carve out a role in short-yardage and goal-line situations, especially since the Giants currently don’t have anyone to fill that spot. With this addition, it’s unclear how it will impact the draft plans if at all.

With this class being so deep at running back, it wouldn’t come as a surprise if the Giants added a young power back later in the draft to possibly work in with Draughn.

Perkins’ job is safe as is Vereen’s, but that doesn’t mean Draughn can’t or won’t have a significant role in the offense, especially when it comes to goal-line situations.