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Just days before the 2026 NFL Draft was set to begin on Thursday night in Pittsburgh, the Giants shook up the draft order by trading defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals in exchange for their No. 10 overall selection. The Giants now have two picks in the top 10, including the original No. 5 choice, among eight total selections.
2026 New York Giants Draft Picks
- Round 1 – No. 5
- Round 1 – No. 10 (from CIN)
- Round 2 – No. 37
- Round 4 – No. 105
- Round 5 – No. 145
- Round 6 – No. 186
- Round 6 – No. 192 (from MIA)
- Round 6 – No. 193 (from DAL)
Below is a look at the final projections for what the Giants could do with their pair of top-10 picks.
NFL Media analyst Daniel Jeremiah released his ranking of the top 150 prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.
No. 150 Albert Regis, DT, Texas A&M
No. 149 Michael Heldman, Edge, Central Michigan
No. 148 Jordan van den Berg, DT, Georgia Tech
No. 147 Parker Brailsford, IOL, Alabama
No. 146 Ja'Kobi Lane, WR, USC
No. 145 Justin Joly, TE, N.C. State
No. 144 Brian Parker II, IOL, Duke
No. 143 Kaleb Elarms-Orr, LB, TCU
No. 142 Will Kacmarek, TE, Ohio State
No. 141 Taylen Green, QB, Arkansas
No. 140 Charles Demmings, CB, Stephen F. Austin
No. 139 Jadon Canady, CB, Oregon
No. 138 Chandler Rivers, CB, Duke
No. 137 Beau Stephens, IOL, Iowa
No. 136 VJ Payne, S, Kansas State
No. 135 Nate Boerkircher, TE, Texas A&M
No. 134 Wade Woodaz, LB, Clemson
No. 133 Trey Zuhn III, IOL, Texas A&M
No. 132 Rayshaun Benny, DT, Michigan
No. 131 Kamari Ramsey, S, USC
No. 130 Bishop Fitzgerald, S USC
No. 129 Skyler Bell, WR, Connecticut
No. 128 Jalen Huskey, S, Maryland
No. 127 Jake Slaughter, IOL, Florida
No. 126 Caleb Douglas, WR, Texas Tech
No. 125 Eli Raridon, TE, Notre Dame
No. 124 Josh Cameron, WR, Baylor
No. 123 Emmett Johnson, RB, Nebraska
No. 122 Cole Payton, QB, North Dakota State
No. 121 Febechi Nwaiwu, IOL, Oklahoma
No. 120 Connor Lew, IOL, Auburn
No. 119 Lorenzo Styles Jr., S, Ohio State
No. 118 Michael Trigg, TE, Baylor
No. 117 Nicholas Singleton, RB, Penn State
No. 116 Kage Casey, OT, Boise State
No. 115 Justin Jefferson, LB, Alabama
No. 114 Romello Height, Edge, Texas Tech
No. 113 Zane Durant, DT, Penn State
No. 112 Kendrick Law, WR, Kentucky
No. 111 Dametrious Crownover, OT, Texas A&M
No. 110 Cyrus Allen, WR, Cincinnati
No. 109 Domonique Orange, DT, Iowa State
No. 108 Max Llewellyn, Edge, Iowa
No. 107 Dani Dennis-Sutton, Edge, Penn State
No. 106 Harold Perkins Jr., LB, LSU
No. 105 Gracen Halton, DT, Oklahoma
No. 104 Malik Muhammad, CB, Texas
No. 103 Josiah Trotter, LB, Missouri
No. 102 Bryce Boettcher, LB, Oregon
No. 101 Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU
No. 100 Devin Moore, CB, Florida
No. 99 Bryce Lance, WR, North Dakota State
No. 98 Keith Abney II, CB, Arizona State
No. 97 Brenen Thompson, WR, Mississippi State
No. 96 Austin Barber, OT, Florida
No. 95 Jalen Farmer, IOL, Kentucky
No. 94 Drew Allar, QB, Penn State
No. 93 Travis Burke, OT, Memphis
No. 92 Markel Bell, OT, Miami
No. 91 Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia
No. 90 Chris Brazzell II, WR, Tennessee
No. 89 Kaleb Proctor, DT, Southern Louisiana
No. 88 Genesis Smith, S, Arizona
No. 87 Tyler Onyedim, DT, Texas A&M
No. 86 Julian Neal, CB, Arkansas
No. 85 Ted Hurst, WR, Georgia State
No. 84 Marlin Klein, TE, Michigan
No. 83 Sam Roush, TE, Stanford
No. 82 Chris McClellan, DT, Missouri
No. 81 Max Klare, TE, Ohio State
No. 80 Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana
No. 79 Mike Washington Jr., RB, Arkansas
No. 78 Joshua Josephs, Edge, Tennessee
No. 77 Jaishawn Barham, Edge, Michigan
No. 76 Jalon Kilgore, CB, South Carolina
No. 75 Logan Jones, IOL, Iowa
No. 74 Carson Beck, QB, Miami
No. 73 Tacario Davis, CB, Washington
No. 72 Sam Hecht, IOL, Kansas State
No. 71 Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia
No. 70 Deion Burks, WR, Oklahoma
No. 69 Daylen Everette, CB, Georgia
No. 68 Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
No. 67 Keyron Crawford, Edge, Auburn
No. 66 Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt
No. 65 Derrick Moore, Edge, Michigan
No. 64 A.J. Haulcy, S, LSU
No. 63 Gennings Dunker, IOL, Iowa
No. 62 De'Zhaun Stribling, WR, Mississippi
No. 61 Gabe Jacas, Edge, Illinois
No. 60 Malachi Fields, WR, Notre Dame
No. 59 Caleb Tiernan, OT, Northwestern
No. 58 Bud Clark, S, TCU
No. 57 Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson
No. 56 Emmanuel Pregnon, IOL, Oregon
No. 55 Kyle Louis, LB, Pittsburgh
No. 54 Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
No. 53 Keionte Scott, CB, Miami
No. 52 Chase Bisontis, IOL, Texas A&M
No. 51 Caleb Banks, DT, Florida
No. 50 D'Angelo Ponds, CB, Indiana
No. 49 Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama
No. 48 Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona State
No. 47 Keylan Rutledge, IOL, Georgia Tech
No. 46 Christen Miller, DT, Georgia
No. 45 Zion Young, Edge, Missouri
No. 44 R Mason Thomas, Edge, Oklahoma
No. 43 Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
No. 42 Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech
No. 41 Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech
No. 40 Malachi Lawrence, Edge, UCF
No. 39 Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
No. 38 Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
No. 37 Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas
No. 36 Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
No. 35 Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
No. 34 Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
No. 33 Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State
No. 32 CJ Allen, LB, Georgia
No. 31 Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State
No. 30 Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
No. 29 Keldric Faulk, Edge, Auburn
No. 28 Cashius Howell, Edge, Texas A&M
No. 27 T.J. Parker, Edge, Clemson
No. 26 Akheem Mesidor, Edge, Miami
No. 25 KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
No. 24 Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
No. 23 Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
No. 22 Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
No. 21 Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
No. 20 Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
No. 19 Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
No. 18 Jordan Tyson, WR, Arizona State
No. 17 Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana
No. 16 Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
No. 15 Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo
No. 14 Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
No. 13 Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
No. 12 Makai Lemon, WR, USC
No. 11 Olaivavega Ioane, IOL, Penn State
No. 10 Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
No. 9 Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
No. 8 Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
No. 7 Rueben Bain Jr., Edge, Miami
No. 6 Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
No. 5 Arvell Reese, Edge, Ohio State
No. 4 David Bailey, Edge, Texas Tech
No. 3 Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
No. 2 Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
No. 1 Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Pick for No. 5: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Analysis: "In this scenario, Love falls into the Giants' lap and they can't turn down the opportunity to pair Jaxson Dart with a home run hitter in the backfield. If Love is off the board at No. 5, I think WR Jordyn Tyson would be the pick here."
Pick for No. 10: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Analysis: "With Jordyn Tyson off the board, Tate comes into play for the Giants. The rookie joins Malik Nabers to give Jaxson Dart two outstanding wide receivers heading into a critical year in his development."
Pick for No. 5: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "If things fall this way, the Giants will have a tough call to make on three Ohio State prospects. I could see Carnell Tate as the team's No. 2 receiver opposite Malik Nabers. I could certainly see Sonny Styles quarterbacking the defense from the middle linebacker spot. But I keep coming back to what Downs could do from the back end of this secondary. Next to Jevon Holland, his incredible instincts would pop in this defense. Downs would be the first safety taken in the top five since Eric Berry went to the Chiefs in 2010, and he'd be worth it."
Pick for No. 10: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Analysis: "Well, that shook things up. The Giants traded defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II to the Bengals on Saturday night, giving New York another pick in the top 10. And after going defense at No. 5, the Giants would be happy to see the class' top offensive tackle still on the board here. They brought back Jermaine Eluemunor, but adding Mauigoa would take this unit to the next level. Plus, they could even kick Mauigoa inside, where I think he has a Pro Bowl ceiling. Mauigoa has started 42 games in college, he's a sound pass protector, and he'd open some rushing lanes for Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr."
Pick for No. 5: Arvell Reese, Edge, Ohio State
Analysis: "I haven't seen many mock drafts having Reese slip this far, and maybe he won't. But I also remember Leonard Williams inexplicably falling out of the top five in 2015. These things happen. Edge rusher is not one of the Giants' holes, but the roster needs good football players."
Pick for No. 10: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Analysis: "Tyson could join Malik Nabers, Isaiah Likely and crew to give Jaxson Dart some real options in the pass game."
Pick for No. 5: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Analysis: "Love will team with Cam Skattebo and Malik Nabers to give Jaxson Dart a stellar supporting cast that will help the second-year pro grow. In fact, this pick is only New York's first gift to the 22-year-old quarterback in this mock ..."
Pick for No. 10: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Analysis: "Taking an oft-injured pass catcher is a risky proposition, but Tyson is a dominant lead receiver with big-play potential. If the Arizona State standout avoids the injury bug, the Giants will have a dynamic pairing on the perimeter with the acrobatic playmaker joining Malik Nabers to give New York co-WR1s."
Pick for No. 5: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Analysis: "When John Harbaugh -- who typically never attends pro days -- showed up to Ohio State's event, I knew New York had eyes for a Buckeye; I just didn't know which one. The Giants scoop up Styles here, but in this mock, they're not done mining the Columbus football factory ..."
Pick for No. 10: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "If [Jordyn] Tyson is gone, like in this simulation, Big Blue doubles down on Buckeyes, with Downs providing an excellent upgrade to the secondary."
Pick for No. 5: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Analysis: "John Harbaugh teams have historically had a commanding presence at middle linebacker. There hasn't been an off-ball linebacker drafted in the top five since 2019 (Devin White), but Styles is a rare linebacker prospect in a draft class that lacks true high-end options at high-leverage positions. Styles' size, instincts, movement ability and continued development make him an ideal fit in the middle of the Giants' defense."
Pick for No. 10: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "The Giants added another top-10 pick over the weekend in the Dexter Lawrence II trade, and they can use it to keep addressing the defense. It has been nearly a decade since a safety was picked in the top 10 (Jamal Adams, 2017), but Downs is fully worthy of breaking that streak. He is one of the smartest football players I've ever studied, and he has the versatility and sure tackling skills to complement that intelligence. He trusts his coverage instincts, allowing him to routinely make plays against the pass and in run support. Downs would be a perfect addition to John Harbaugh's defense."
View photos of every NFL player selected with the fifth overall pick since the first draft in 1936.
DT Mason Graham - Cleveland Browns (2025)
OT Joe Alt - Los Angeles Chargers (2024)
CB Devon Witherspoon - Seattle Seahawks (2023)
OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux - New York Giants (2022)
WR Ja'Marr Chase - Cincinnati Bengals (2021)
QB Tua Tagovailoa - Miami Dolphins (2020)
LB Devin White - Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2019)
LB Bradley Chubb - Denver Broncos (2018)
WR Corey Davis - Tennessee Titans (2017)
CB Jalen Ramsey - Jacksonville Jaguars (2016)
G Brandon Scherff - Washington Redskins (2015)
LB Khalil Mack - Oakland Raiders (2014)
DE Ezekiel Ansah - Detroit Lions (2013)
WR Justin Blackmon - Jacksonville Jaguars (2012)
CB Patrick Peterson - Arizona Cardinals (2011)
S Eric Berry - Kansas City Chiefs (2010)
QB Mark Sanchez - New York Jets (2009)
DT Glenn Dorsey - Kansas City Chiefs (2008)
OT Levi Brown - Arizona Cardinals (2007)
LB A.J. Hawk - Green Bay Packers (2006)
RB Carnell Williams - Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2005)
S Sean Taylor - Washington Redskins (2004)
CB Terence Newman - Dallas Cowboys (2003)
CB Quentin Jammer - San Diego Chargers (2002)
RB LaDainian Tomlinson - San Diego Chargers (2001)
RB Jamal Lewis - Baltimore Ravens (2000)
RB Ricky Williams - New Orleans Saints (1999)
RB Curtis Enis - Chicago Bears (1998)
CB Bryant Westbrook - Detroit Lions (1997)
DE Cedric Jones - New York Giants (1996)
QB Kerry Collins - Carolina Panthers (1995)
LB Trev Alberts - Indianapolis Colts (1994)
DE John Copeland - Cincinnati Bengals (1993)
CB Terrell Buckley - Green Bay Packers (1992)
CB Todd Lyght - Los Angeles Rams (1991)
LB Junior Seau - San Diego Chargers (1990)
CB Deion Sanders - Atlanta Falcons (1989)
DB Rickey Dixon - Cincinnati Bengals (1988)
LB Mike Junkin - Cleveland Browns (1987)
LB Anthony Bell - St. Louis Cardinals (1986)
LB Duane Bickett - Indianapolis Colts (1985)
DT Bill Maas - Kansas City Chiefs (1984)
LB Billy Ray Smith - San Diego Chargers (1983)
QB Jim McMahon - Chicago Bears (1982)
LB E.J. Junior - St. Louis Cardinals (1981)
RB Curtis Dickey - Baltimore Colts (1980)
WR Jerry Butler - Buffalo Bills (1979)
RB Terry Miller - Buffalo Bills (1978)
DE Gary Jeter - New York Giants (1977)
CB Mike Haynes - New England Patriots (1976)
DE Mack Mitchell - Cleveland Browns (1975)
DT John Dutton - Baltimore Colts (1974)
DT Dave Butz - St. Louis Cardinals (1973)
TE Riley Odoms - Denver Broncos (1972)
DE Richard Harris - Originally drafted by Philadelphia Eagles (1971)
DE Al Cowlings - Buffalo Bills (1970)
QB Greg Cook - Cincinnati Bengals (1969)
LB Fred Carr - Green Bay Packers (1968)
LB George Webster - Houston Oilers (1967)
G John Niland - Dallas Cowboys (1966)
QB Craig Morton - Dallas Cowboys (1965)
QB Pete Beathard - Detroit Lions (1964)
OT Bob Vogel - Baltimore Colts (1963)
RB Bob Ferguson - Pittsburgh Steelers (1962)
TE Mike Ditka - Chicago Bears (1961)
RB Tom Moore - Green Bay Packers (1960)
DB Dave Baker - San Francisco 49ers (1959)
WR Jim Phillips - Originally drafted by Los Angeles Rams (1958)
QB Len Dawson - Pittsburgh Steelers (1957)
DB Art Davis - Pittsburgh Steelers (1956)
LB Tom Bettis - Green Bay Packers (1955)
QB Cotton Davidson - Baltimore Colts (1954)
QB Ted Marchibroda - Pittsburgh Steelers (1953)
B Johnny Bright - Philadelphia Eagles (1952)
DT Bob Gain - Green Bay Packers (1951)
C Joe Watson - Detroit Lions (1950)
QB Stan Heath - Green Bay Packers (1949)
C Vaughn Mancha - Boston Yanks (1948)
E Hub Bechtol - Pittsburgh Steelers (1947)
T George Connor - New York Giants (1946)
WR Elroy Hirsch - Cleveland Rams (1945)
HB Steve Van Buren - Philadelphia Eagles (1944)
HB Mike Holovak - Cleveland Rams (1943)
HB Bob Westfall - Detroit Lions (1942)
HB Jim Thomason - Detroit Lions (1941)
HB Olie Cordill - Cleveland Rams (1940)
HB Bob MacLeod - Brooklyn Dodgers (1939)
HB Jack Robbins - Chicago Cardinals (1938)
C Mike Basrak - Pittsburgh Pirates (1937)
HB Jimmy Lawrence - Chicago Cardinals (1936)
Pick for No. 5: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Analysis: "Francis Mauigoa is a three-year starter at right tackle who has developed under one of the country's top offensive line coaches in Alex Mirabal. He has remained injury-free and logged more than 2,500 snaps at Miami. Mauigoa plays with high-end power at the point of attack in the run game, showing strong leverage and technique while excelling as a puller who reaches the second level. He's technically sound in pass protection, with good instincts and footwork, plus the ability to mirror and anchor against power."
Pick for No. 10: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Analysis: "Joe Schoen was one of two GMs at Tyson's individual pro day on Friday, and what he saw was good enough for him to trade Dexter Lawrence for the 10th overall pick."
Pick for No. 5: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Analysis: "To be frank: The Giants hit the jackpot with this trade. New York was already in a great position to add talent to an already intriguing young roster before Harbaugh's first season. Now, the Giants can add two premium talents to a hungry group. Love's presence as a true three-down weapon with legit receiving ability is perfect for Harbaugh-ball. And if New York is hell-bent on landing Styles, it now has the capital to make sure that happens. This should be an exciting draft for Giants fans."
Pick for No. 10: Caleb Downs, DB, Ohio State
Analysis: "We've been running through 2025 mocks for four months now and the two players I've been torn about slotting to New York at No. 5 were Love and Downs. Two of my favorite X-factors in this draft, two players who can enter an NFL locker room and make an impact on Day 1. Thanks to the Bengals, the Giants now get both."
Pick for No. 5: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Analysis: "This pick reminds me of Washington's selection of Brandon Scherff at this same spot in 2015. Scherff played tackle at Iowa, but it was clear he possessed the strength and tenacity to be an excellent run blocker as well as provide sturdy pass protection. He ended up being a five-time Pro Bowler and one-time All-Pro at guard over 10 NFL seasons. Mauigoa presents similar aptitudes, so he could start at right guard for the Giants as a rookie and move back outside in the future if needed."
Pick for No. 10: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "New York adds Downs using the pick it just acquired from Cincinnati for Pro Bowl DT Dexter Lawrence. A sure-tackler with elite instincts and leadership traits, Downs could be a target for the Giants at No. 5 overall, but they're thrilled to find him still on the board at this slot."
Pick for No. 5: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "The Giants have invested heavily in the front seven of this defense and still have a lingering contract dispute with Dexter Lawrence. But their secondary needs some help to help elevate the results of this entire defense. With the No. 5 pick, the Giants go with Ohio State safety Caleb Downs. Downs is a three-level impact player that should remind fans of a Xavier McKinney-style player who is aggressive, fast, and physical at the defensive back position."
Pick for No. 10: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Analysis: "The Giants now have two first-round picks inside the Top 10. This allows them to address another critical part of their team, and that's the OL. In this spot, the Giants draft Miami OT Francis Mauigoa. Mauigoa can play OT or OG for the Giants and help solidify a group that has had its ups and downs."
Pick for No. 5: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "The Lawrence blockbuster gives the G-Men options. Trade up for Love perhaps? Take a receiver of their choice? Plenty on the table to choose from … yet probably little incentive for new coach John Harbaugh to rush into a potentially rash direction given the amount of work to do here. Is Downs the best defender in this draft? Arguably. Can he play exceptionally in the slot, box or center field − a skill set Kyle Hamilton provided Harbaugh in Baltimore? Yep – though don't confuse Downs for the type of imposing physical specimen Hamilton is. Yet Downs' ability to anticipate and read the field and ability to play chess in real time could really render him a professional game changer at a position that normally isn't drafted this highly. With Jaxson Dart installed as the Giants' new franchise quarterback, Downs would be a worthy defensive counterpart."
Pick for No. 10: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Analysis: "A lot of dots being connected between the Giants and Tyson given the Lawrence deal was struck just a day after GM Joe Schoen attended the wideout's belated workout in Arizona. Tyson's injury history is certainly problematic, but he's also widely considered this draft's best receiver otherwise. And New York certainly has a need at the position following WR2 Wan'Dale Robinson's departure during free agency combined with WR1 Malik Nabers' recovery from ACL and meniscus injuries – Harbaugh recently indicating his availability for Week 1 could be in doubt. Regardless, a Nabers-Tyson combo would be one heckuva way to set Dart up for long-term success."
Pick for No. 5: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Analysis: "A young QB's best friend is good protection. The Giants brought back Jermaine Eluemunor to protect the right side, but Mauigoa is too good to pass up here. If needed, he can become an All-Pro guard and turn what was once a weakness into a strength for the G-Men."
Pick for No. 10: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Analysis: "When healthy, Jordyn Tyson could be considered the best WR in this draft, and it sounds like he's healthy. Malik Nabers, Isaiah Likely and Tyson -- good luck slowing that trio down."
Pick for No. 5: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "The Giants are locked and loaded with two of the top 10 selections in this year's draft after trading star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals. Now they wield 16 minutes' worth of picks Thursday night, opening up all kinds of possibilities to attack their roster. Downs would be the highest selected safety in over a decade. His game, a steadiness he brings every play from some part of the center of the defense, would help solidify the back end of a Giants unit that has yielded big play after big play over the past few seasons."
Pick for No. 10: Keldric Faulk, DL/Edge, Auburn
Analysis: "Out goes Dexter Lawrence, in comes Faulk. He is a monster against the run and has a ton of upside to grow as a player who doesn't turn 21 until September. He's raw as a pass rusher, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. His role in Auburn's defense didn't allow for many clean pass rushing reps, so he's a bit of a blank slate there. He's right at the "tweener" range now, but his ability to stand strong against the run and eat double teams is rare for someone with his frame. He probably has the best run defending tape in the class."
Pick for No. 5: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Analysis: "WR Jordyn Tyson, DS Caleb Downs, and OT Francis Mauigoa are the other three names linked to the Giants, but they cash in on the opportunity to draft the No. 1 player on my board—as well as many NFL teams' boards—at pick no. 5. They pair Love with Cam Skattebo (and Tyrone Tracy Jr.) in the backfield, complementing running styles and skill sets alongside second-year QB Jaxson Dart."
Pick for No. 10: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Analysis: "Caleb Downs and Vega Ioane could be in play here, but Mauigoa has been linked to the Giants for a while, and this would be great value to land a player many scouts believe is the top offensive lineman in the draft."
Pick for No. 5: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "John Harbaugh values the safety position and is looking to create a strong culture in the building. Downs makes plenty of sense here for the Giants."
Pick for No. 10: Francis Mauigoa, OL, Miami
Analysis: "With their second top-10 pick, the Giants take the first offensive lineman. Mauigoa is a pedigreed prospect who should offer high-level guard/tackle flexibility."
Pick for No. 5: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Analysis: "With Love going to Tennessee in this mock, there are three real options: Styles, Tyson or safety Caleb Downs (Ohio State)."
Pick for No. 10: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Analysis: "As a premium player at a nonpremium position, Downs is more likely to slip, which is common for safeties in Round 1. In this scenario, the Giants would have to hope the Saints don't select Downs. He is my No. 3 overall player."
Pick for No. 5: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Analysis: "The Giants look to get tougher and more physical up front here, adding a powerfully built day-one starter at either tackle or guard in Mauigoa. The former Hurricanes standout will help keep Jaxson Dart upright a little more consistently in 2026 and beyond, plus Mauigoa should be key in getting the team's run game going under new coach John Harbaugh."
Pick for No. 10: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Analysis: "After upgrading their offensive line with the fifth pick, the Giants turn around here and add to their defense. Styles is a super rangy and versatile defender who can line up at multiple spots, defending the run or covering as an off-ball linebacker or rushing the passer off the edge. He gives defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson plenty of options."
View photos of every player selected with the 10th overall pick since the first draft in 1936.
TE Colston Loveland - Chicago Bears (2025)
QB J.J. McCarthy - Minnesota Vikings (2024)
T Darnell Wright - Chicago Bears (2023)
WR Garrett Wilson - New York Jets (2022)
WR DeVonta Smith - Philadelphia Eagles (2021)
OT Jedrick Wills Jr. - Cleveland Browns (2020)
LB Devin Bush - Pittsburgh Steelers (2019)
QB Josh Rosen - Arizona Cardinals (2018)
QB Patrick Mahomes - Kansas City Chiefs (2017)
CB Eli Apple - New York Giants (2016)
RB Todd Gurley II - St. Louis Rams (2015)
TE Eric Ebron - Detroit Lions (2014)
G Chance Warmack - Tennessee Titans (2013)
CB Stephon Gilmore - Buffalo Bills (2012)
QB Blaine Gabbert - Jacksonville Jaguars (2011)
DT Tyson Alualu - Jacksonville Jaguars (2010)
WR Michael Crabtree - San Francisco 49ers (2009)
LB Jerod Mayo - New England Patriots (2008)
DT Amobi Okoye - Houston Texans (2007)
QB Matt Leinart - Arizona Cardinals (2006)
WR Mike Williams - Detroit Lions (2005)
CB Dunta Robinson - Houston Texans (2004)
LB Terrell Suggs - Baltimore Ravens (2003)
OT Levi Jones - Cincinnati Bengals (2002)
DE Jamal Reynolds - Green Bay Packers (2001)
WR Travis Taylor - Baltimore Ravens (2000)
CB Chris McAlister - Baltimore Ravens (1999)
DB Duane Starks - Baltimore Ravens (1998)
G Chris Naeole - New Orleans Saints (1997)
OT Willie Anderson - Cincinnati Bengals (1996)
WR J.J. Stokes - San Francisco 49ers (1995)
LB Jamir Miller - Arizona Cardinals (1994)
RB Jerome Bettis - Los Angeles Rams (1993)
OT Ray Roberts - Seattle Seahawks (1992)
WR Herman Moore - Detroit Lions (1991)
DE Ray Agnew - New England Patriots (1990)
LB Eric Hill - Phoenix Cardinals (1989)
OT Eric Moore - New York Giants (1988)
DB Rod Woodson - Pittsburgh Steelers (1987)
RB Keith Byars - Philadelphia Eagles (1986)
WR Al Toon - New York Jets (1985)
DB Russell Carter - New York Jets (1984)
DB Terry Kinard - New York Giants (1983)
RB Marcus Allen - Los Angeles Raiders (1982)
WR David Verser - Cincinnati Bengals (1981)
DE Jacob Green - Seattle Seahawks (1980)
OT Keith Dorney - Detroit Lions (1979)
OT Gordon King - New York Giants (1978)
DB Gary Green - Kansas City Chiefs (1977)
DB James Hunter - Detroit Lions (1976)
DT Jimmy Webb - San Francisco 49ers (1975)
DT Bill Sandifer - San Francisco 49ers (1974)
DT Joe Ehrmann - Baltimore Colts (1973)
LB Jeff Siemon - Minnesota Vikings (1972)
LB Isiah Robertson - Los Angeles Rams (1971)
WR Ken Burrough - Originally drafted by New Orleans Saints (1970)
WR Jim Seymour - Los Angeles Rams (1969)
OT Mike Taylor - Pittsburgh Steelers (1968)
DE Loyd Phillips - Chicago Bears (1967)
OT Francis Peay New York Giants (1966)
WR Larry Elkins - Green Bay Packers (1965)
DB Paul Martha - Pittsburgh Steelers (1964)
G Rufus Guthrie - Los Angeles Rams (1963)
QB John Hadl - Originally drafted by Detroit Lions (1962)
E Bob Crespino - Originally drafted by Cleveland Browns (1961)
T Ron Mix - Originally drafted by Baltimore Colts (1960)
QB Lee Grosscup - New York Giants (1959)
DT Alex Karras - Detroit Lions (1958)
LB Jerry Tubbs - Chicago Cardinals (1957)
E Menan (Tex) Schriewer - Chicago Bears (1956)
DB Dick Moegle - San Francisco 49ers (1955)
C Ed Beatty - Los Angeles Rams (1954)
LB Tom Stolhandske - San Francisco 49ers (1953)
DB Bert Rechichar - Cleveland Browns (1952)
B Billy Stone - Chicago Bears (1951)
FB Fred Morrison - Chicago Bears (1950)
T Bill Fischer (72) - Chicago Cardinals
DE Max Bumgardner - Chicago Bears (1948)
HB Vic Schwall - New York Giants (1947)
HB Emil Sitko - Los Angeles Rams (1946)
QB Elmer Barbour - New York Giants (1945)
B Johnny Podesto - Pittsburgh Steelers (1944)
HB Jack Jenkins - Washington Redskins (1943)
QB Frankie Albert - Chicago Bears (1942)
B Forest Evashevski - Washington Redskins (1941)
HB Grenny Lansdell - New York Giants (1940)
HB Walt Nielsen - New York Giants (1939)
B Joe Gray - Chicago Bears (1938)
HB Johnny Drake - Cleveland Rams (1937)
B John McCauley - Philadelphia Eagles (1936)
