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Giants Mock Drafts Reveal Divergent #5, #10 Picks

4/23/2026

Summary

Analysts Mock Draft

On April 22, 2026, ESPN’s Peter Schrager, NFL Media’s Bucky Brooks, and NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein released Giants mock drafts.
Schrager projected Ohio State rusher Arvell Reese at No. 5 and Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson at No. 10.
Brooks selected Notre Dame back Jeremiyah Love at No. 5 and backed Tyson at No. 10 to aid Jaxson Dart.
Zierlein chose State safety Caleb Downs at No. 5 and lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10 for flexibility.

Summary

Giants Secure Picks

The Giants acquired the No. 10 pick from the Bengals in the Dexter Lawrence II trade, securing two top-10 picks in 2026.
John Harbaugh’s focus led Lance Zierlein to rank Caleb Downs at No. 5, while Bucky Brooks said picking Jeremiyah Love would complement Giants’ O-line for Jaxson Dart.
Analysts flagged Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson’s injury record of missing 17 games, while Peter Schrager warned Arvell Reese could slide like Leonard Williams in 2015.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's introduction of the "Draft Trade Value Chart" in 2016 transformed team strategies during drafts, allowing teams like the New York Giants to enhance their positions through trades. In 2026, the Giants traded for the No. 10 pick from the Cincinnati Bengals, reflecting a trend of strategic trades aimed at building competitive rosters, particularly around key players like quarterback Jaxson Dart.

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Analysts Mock Draft

On April 22, 2026, ESPN’s Peter Schrager, NFL Media’s Bucky Brooks, and NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein released Giants mock drafts.
Schrager projected Ohio State rusher Arvell Reese at No. 5 and Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson at No. 10.
Brooks selected Notre Dame back Jeremiyah Love at No. 5 and backed Tyson at No. 10 to aid Jaxson Dart.
Zierlein chose State safety Caleb Downs at No. 5 and lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10 for flexibility.

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