New York Giants

The New York Giants reportedly haven't yet made a firm decision on what they plan to do with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

According to ESPN's Peter Schrager, the Giants have had "fluid conversations" throughout the week, and he noted that he wouldn't be surprised if teams are contacting the Giants for a potential trade up if New York is not convinced about taking Penn State pass-rusher Abdul Carter third overall.

Schrager noted that as of a few days ago, it sounded like the Giants would take whoever was still on the board between Carter and Colorado wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter at No. 3, but that is far from set in stone.

While the Giants have an obvious need for a future franchise quarterback above all else, Miami's Cam Ward seems likely to go first overall to the Tennessee Titans.

That would leave Colorado's Shedeur Sanders and Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart as the top quarterbacks remaining, but taking either of them at No. 3 would perhaps be a reach, especially considering what New York could get for a potential trade down.

If Ward goes first and Hunter then goes second to the Cleveland Browns, it would leave Carter as the consensus best player still available on the board.

Pass-rusher is not among the Giants' most pressing needs, though, since they tied for eighth in the NFL in sacks last season and are set to return Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux as starting edge-rushers.

Given the perceived drop-off in talent from Carter to the next tier of players, it stands to reason that Giants could land a substantial trade package from a team that wants to move up and select Carter on the heels of him recording 12.5 sacks and 24 tackles for loss in his final collegiate season.

Depending on how far the Giants trade down in that scenario, it would allow them to address areas of greater need such as offensive line with LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell, Missouri offensive tackle Armand Membou or Alabama guard Tyler Booker.

The Giants could also look to take a tight end such as Penn State's Tyler Warren or a cornerback such as Texas' Jahdae Barron or Michigan's Will Johnson.

Of course, quarterback could remain an option as well, especially on the heels of Schrager saying Tuesday on the Pat McAfee Show that the Giants "haven't closed the door" on the idea of taking Sanders.

"The Giants haven't closed the door on taking Shedeur Sanders..

I still think that Shedeur makes sense to the Steelers because I hear that him and Mike Tomlin had a great meeting" ~ @PSchrags #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/TLQ8lwxUyM

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) April 22, 2025

That would give New York a quarterback of the future to develop behind Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, and trading down from No. 3 likely would net the Giants several extra picks as well.

Staying at No. 3 and making a pick may still be the likeliest scenario, though, and that is what the BR NFL Scouting Department projected to happen in its latest mock draft with the Giants selecting Carter third overall.

The New York Giants added South Carolina CB O'Donnell Fortune as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL draft.

O'Donnell Fortune is a zone corner who is at his best when playing off coverage and could fit into a Cover 3- or Cover 4-heavy scheme. He has good instincts in coverage to effectively pattern-match and reads the quarterback's eyes well. The latter helped him make plays on the ball on a few occasions last season.

However, Fortune isn't a high-level athlete, which is reflected in his 2.61 RAS from South Carolina's pro day. His change-of-direction skills and long speed are subpar, as evidenced by the testing numbers above, which makes him a liability in man coverage.

Overall, the former Gamecock will need to go to the right scheme to be successful in the NFL, but he has the potential to make a roster and add depth to a team's cornerback room.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'1"

WEIGHT: 185

HAND: 9¼”

ARM: 31½”

WINGSPAN: 74¾”

40-YARD DASH: 4.58

3-CONE: 7.40

SHUTTLE: 4.47

VERTICAL: 32.5"

BROAD: 9'11"

POSITIVES

— Good eyes and peripheral vision in zone coverage to eye the quarterback and recognize wide receivers' routes simultaneously.

— Impressive route recognition to pattern-match and execute exchanges when playing zone.

— Solid at reading the quarterback's eyes to anticipate routes.

— Decent acceleration to drive on short routes when playing off coverage.

— Solid ball production with seven interceptions in the last three seasons.

NEGATIVES

— Lean frame that lacks muscle mass, which shows up in his ability to take on blocks against wide receivers, makes his jams in press coverage ineffective and can lead to him getting bullied at the top of routes.

— Lacks short-area quickness and change-of-direction skills to cover 90-degree routes when playing man.

— Overaggressive against double-moves.

— Not much of a factor in the running game and tackling needs work. Likes to dive at ankles or is too high, leading to misses.

— Lacks long and makeup speed.

NOTES

— Born Sept. 8, 2001

— 3-star recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2024 (Lower body, left 2 games early, described as minor/nagging)

— Suspended for a half of one game in 2023 due to a violation of South Carolina Athletic Department's policy and suspended for another game due to violation of team rules.

— 2024 Honorable Mention All-SEC

GRADE: 5.8 (Backup/Draftable — 6th-7th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 253

POSITION RANK: CB31

PRO COMPARISON: Derion Kendrick

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

The New York Giants could have a surplus of pass-rushers if they land Penn State star edge-rusher Abdul Carter with the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Some believe that would spell the end for a former first-round selection in New York.

One NFL executive told The Athletic's Jeff Howe that the Giants could trade edge-rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux for a third-round pick if they select Carter in this year's draft. New York has a looming decision on whether to exercise the fifth-year option for the 2022 No. 5 pick, so the exec feels he could be a trade candidate if he's not in the team's long-term plans.

Thibodeaux has had a productive three-year career for the Giants, but he hasn't yet reached the superstar level that was expected of him coming out of Oregon. After recording a career-high 11.5 sacks in 2023, he was limited to 12 games last season due to a wrist injury and finished with a career-low 28 total tackles while adding 5.5 sacks, two pass breakups and a forced fumble.

Carter appears to be destined for stardom, as he's considered an instant-impact player in the NFL. B/R's NFL Scouting Department has him ranked as the No. 2 overall player on its big board and predicted in its latest mock draft that the Giants would select him with the No. 3 pick.

Pairing Carter with veteran edge-rusher Brian Burns would give the Giants a dangerous pass-rushing duo, but that could leave Thibodeaux as the odd man out.

Amid a divide in the front office about what to do with the No. 3 overall pick, Abdul Carter remains the favorite to be selected by the New York Giants in the 2025 NFL draft.

On the latest episode of The McShay Show (starts at 7:15 mark), Todd McShay said all of the intel points to Carter being the Giants' pick despite some people in the building "pushing" for Shedeur Sanders at No. 3.

The Giants created intrigue after holding private workouts with Sanders, Jalen Milroe and Tyler Shough last week.

While hosting workouts this late in the process is unusual, The Athletic's Dianna Russini noted New York's decision-makers wanted to be "prepared for as many situations that can happen" in the draft.

One key member of the Giants who is reportedly not trying to influence things, at least right now, is owner John Mara. McShay said on Monday that Mara is "staying out of it so far," while adding the coaching staff as a whole is "anti-taking Shedeur."

If this means the front office is more on the side of selecting Sanders, then Mara's presence could become critical. In the past, he has been known to cast the tiebreaking vote if the head coach and general manager are split on what to do.

Carter seems to be the consensus favorite to land with the Giants. B/R's NFL scouting department projected the Penn State star to them in its latest mock draft.

Sanders would give the Giants, who signed Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston as free agents, a long-term option at quarterback if they want to go in that direction.

Adding Carter to a defensive line that includes Dexter Lawrence, Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux would be very formidable, particularly in a division with Jalen Hurts, Jayden Daniels and Dak Prescott as the quarterbacks New Yorj has to play six times every season.

The New York Giants selected Penn State EDGE Abdul Carter with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

After primarily playing off-ball linebacker during his first two seasons in college, Abdul Carter is still relatively new to playing on the edge.

Carter is an elite athlete, which gives him a high ceiling as a pass-rusher at the next level. His get-off is very impressive as he explodes off the line of scrimmage and can win with speed around the edge when times up the snap. Also, he's shown a very good dip-rip move and the potential to develop a stick move as an inside counter with his movement skills.

However, his use of hands as a pass rusher is still a work in progress at this point. He showed growth down the stretch of the season when it came to working offensive linemen's hands, but he is more reliant on using speed and athleticism to put pressure on the quarterback right now.

This can come with more time and experience on the edge, but Carter's block recognition against the run isn't there yet, which is most noticeable against pullers. He'll often get caught staring in the backfield instead of keeping his eyes down the line of scrimmage when he's unblocked.

Additionally, Carter lacks the strength to get extension and consistently hold his ground against offensive tackles in the running game. However, he did improve in this area toward the end of the 2024 season and has room for growth on his frame to pack on some muscle.

With that, Carter can immediately contribute as a pass-rusher to begin his NFL career and should develop into a complete player with more reps on the edge.

Schematically, he'd be a good fit as a standup outside linebacker in odd fronts. He also can be used to drop in coverage occasionally, given his athleticism and background as an off-ball linebacker.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 250

HAND: 9¾”

ARM: 33"

WINGSPAN: 79¼”

POSITIVES

— Switched from off-ball linebacker to EDGE this season. He is an impressive athlete with room to grow as a pass-rusher down the line.

— Impressive burst off the line of scrimmage to win with speed around the edge.

— Has shown a very good dip-rip move as a pass-rusher, and he has the quickness and change of direction skills to develop a good inside stick move if his use of hands improves.

— Physical and aggressive style; plays with his hair on fire and isn't afraid to run into blockers going full speed.

— Occasionally uses his quickness to make offensive linemen miss against the run.

— Has experience in coverage and the athleticism to drop in coverage as a standup outside linebacker.

NEGATIVES

— Still raw as an edge player and learning how to play on the line of scrimmage, both as a run defender and pass-rusher.

— Needs to learn how to use his hands and arms as a rusher to add moves to his arsenal.

— Block recognition against the run is a work in progress. He's often late to see pullers and doesn't consistently put himself in a good position to take on blocks.

— Could afford to add some size and strength to improve his anchor against offensive linemen in the run game. Also needs to take on blocks with a wider base.

NOTES

— 4-star recruit in the 2022 class, per 247Sports

— Arrested for misdemeanor assault in April 2024, attended rehabilitation program, per StateCollege.com

— 2024 Unanimous All-American, Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, First-Team All-Big Ten

— 2023 All-Big Ten

— 2022 All-Big Ten; Freshman All-American

GRADE: 9.1 (Top-10 Player)

OVERALL RANK: 2

POSITION RANK: EDGE1

PRO COMPARISON: Von Miller

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

The New York Giants added Notre Dame WR Beaux Collins as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL draft.

Beaux Collins has the strong prototypical build required for traditional X-receivers. 

Collins’ frame is an advantage when gaining positioning for the ball and boxing defenders out. He plays to his size and wingspan. He displays the body control and confidence to go above the rim to high-point passes. Collins plays and makes catches through contact. His frame and strength show up in the run game; he is an effective crack blocker on toss sweeps to the outside. 

Collins has above-average foot quickness in short areas. He uses footfire techniques to freeze a corner before attacking their leverage. He can plant and cut at the top of his routes with quickness. Collins is capable of winning early with well-timed plants and footwork at the line of scrimmage. He's mostly effective on slants, out-breakers and back-shoulder fades. 

Collins is a sufficient mover with the ball for a bigger receiver. He is effective on screens and manufactured touches. After the catch, he breaks tackles with strength and evasive movements. 

Despite a four-year career, Collins is an unproductive playmaker. He never surpassed 510 yards receiving in a single season, partly because of his catch/hand mechanics. He is not a reliable and natural hands-catcher. Collins accounted for 20 drops in the last four seasons.

There also appears to be stiffness within his hips. Routes with multiple directional changes or shifts stress Collins more than the defender. He doesn’t drop or sink with ease at the top of his routes. 

Overall, Collins looks like a traditional X-receiver but needs to add more polish to his game. His release package is very repetitive and needs to be expanded. If he can correct some of his fixable flaws, there’s an opportunity for a receiver of his size with a solid athletic profile.

 MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'3"

WEIGHT: 201

HAND: 9½"

ARM: 31⅝"

WINGSPAN: 79½"

40-YARD DASH: 4.52 (via pro day)

VERTICAL: 38"

BROAD: 10'10"

POSITIVES

— Strong frame with a good wingspan; prototypical X-receiver build.

— Plays through contact to make difficult grabs.

— Above-average short-area quickness as a route-runner.

NEGATIVES

— Consistent issues with dropped passes, accounted for 20 in his career.

— Low level of on-field production despite having over 30 career starts.

— Hip tightness limits manipulation and separation as a route-runner.

NOTES

— Born Dec. 16, 2002

— 4-star recruit in 2021 class, per 247Sports

— Battled injuries during collegiate career; AC Joint and Plantar fascia tear

GRADE: 6.2 (Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 198

POSITION RANK: WR25

PRO COMPARISON: Justyn Ross

Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll is "high on" Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart entering the 2025 NFL draft, according to SNY's Connor Hughes.

There's also "not much out there right now" connecting the Giants and Colorado passer Shedeur Sanders, per Hughes.

The Giants own the No. 3 pick in the draft, but Hughes noted that Dart is considered a "trade-up option." The team also holds the No. 34 overall selection.

New York signed veteran Russell Wilson to a one-year contract worth $10.5 million in free agency, but the 36-year-old projects as a short-term option under center and may not prevent the team from drafting a quarterback.

Dart thrived under center for the Rebels in 2024, completing 69.3 percent of his passes for 4,279 yards and 29 touchdowns compared to six interceptions.

He was listed as the No. 3 quarterback and No. 57 overall prospect on the latest big board from Bleacher Report's NFL Scouting Department.

B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson highlighted Dart's ability to change the velocity of his throws in his scouting report.

"Overall, Jaxson Dart has a good physical skill set to be an effective starting quarterback," Parson wrote. "His ability to change up the speeds of his passes will translate well to the league. He is more than willing to take the check down underneath. Dart's ability to pickup an NFL offense will determine how early he sees the field and the success that comes with it."

The first round of the 2025 draft begins on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET.

The New York Giants selected Nebraska TE Thomas Fidone II with the No. 219 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Thomas Fidone is a long-limbed athlete who plays with a high motor. 

Fidone is an athletic mover in space. He has a long stride and builds up speed quickly to work behind second-level defenders. He's a good route-runner who can separate against multiple coverages.

Fidone has enough hip fluidity and wiggle to shake free from man coverage while working across the field. He is difficult to bring down in the open field due to his wiggle and strength at full speed. 

Fidone has strong hands to catch the ball away from his frame. He showcases the body control to adjust to less-than-accurate passes. He tracks the ball well and does not panic as it approaches. Fidone is a willing and high-effort run-blocker, which sets up advantageous coverage opportunities off play action. 

Fidone is tall and lean. He would benefit from adding more muscle mass to his frame. Strengthening his lower body would allow him to anchor better as a blocker and run his feet to move defenders vertically. Although he is a good route-runner, Fidone will be pushed off his path by physical man coverage. 

Fidone projects as a developmental and rotational backup tight end. His athleticism, frame and movement skills are impressive. Fidone has the tools that are worth buying into and nurturing. 

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'5"

WEIGHT: 243

HAND: 10⅝"

ARM: 34"

WINGSPAN: 82½"

40-YARD DASH: 4.7

3-CONE: 7.01

SHUTTLE: 4.29

VERTICAL: 35.5"

BROAD: 10'6"

POSITIVES

—Linear athlete with good straight-line buildup speed.

—Tall, lean build with great arm length and wingspan to make plays at the catch point.

— In-line run-blocking experience with a strong motor and effort.

— Untapped potential to develop into a strong pass-catching threat.

NEGATIVES

— Needs to improve his functional and play strength at the point of attack.

— Injuries kept him off the field for two years, limiting his development.

— Needs to become a stronger route-runner to combat physical/handsy defenders.

NOTES

— Born on Sept. 20, 2002

— 4-star recruit in 2021 class, per 247Sports

— Was held out of the 2021 and 2022 seasons while rehabbing an unspecified injury.

—  2022, 2023, 2024 Academic All-Big Ten

GRADE: 6.8 (Potential Role Player — 4th Round) 

OVERALL RANK: 135

POSITION RANK: TE8

PRO COMPARISON: Greg Dulcich

Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

The New York Giants selected Arizona State RB Cam Skattebo with the No. 105 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Cam Skattebo is a physical, hard-charging running back who looks to set the tone.

Skattebo is difficult to bring down on first contact. He runs with a forward lean and lowers his shoulders to power through arm tackles with a finisher's mentality. He's a physical runner who will test the defense's will. As a defender, you must be prepared to bring the same energy for all four quarters.

Skattebo has outstanding contact balance and pinballs off defenders as he drives forward for yards after contact. He has an innate feel for the space around him and keeps plays alive by staying upright in unconventional ways.

Skattebo offers more than a power presence downhill. He has good footwork to change directions and run lanes as he presses the line of scrimmage. He is a patient and efficient mover, allowing the offensive line to establish their blocks before he springs through the lanes. He epitomizes the coaching term, "Slow to, fast through."

In the passing game, he is reliable as a receiver out of the backfield and stays in the pocket to protect the quarterback. He keeps a strong base and strikes with intent to anchor against free-running blitzing defenders. He was second on Arizona State in receptions in 2024.

Skattebo runs a variety of routes out of the backfield, like wheel/rail, Texas, flat and vertical double-moves. That increases his value and fits into an offensive game plan.

Athletically, Skattebo will not wow anyone. He lacks the explosiveness, short-area burst and acceleration to pull away from pursuing defenders. His top-end speed is adequate at best. Skattebo is caught from behind by athletic, pursuing defenders, and that will be the case in the NFL as well.

Without upper-echelon athletic traits, Skattebo will need to thrive off yards after contact, which is difficult to do in the NFL. Even though his movements are efficient, he is not a twitchy athlete, and if his feet are stopped, NFL defenders will box him behind or at the line of scrimmage.

Skattebo is a tough, gritty and physical runner. He projects in the NFL as a rotational RB with an incredible motor and a desire to continue moving forward. His value as a receiver and blocker will ensure he sees the field. Athletic testing will be major for him during the draft process, but I'd want him in my RB committee.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 5'9½"

WEIGHT: 219

HAND: 9⅜"

ARM: 29⅞"

WINGSPAN: 73⅞"

40-YARD DASH: 4.65 (Pro Day)

3-CONE: N/A

SHUTTLE: N/A

VERTICAL: 39.5"

BROAD: 10'3"

POSITIVES

— Physical downhill runner with great contact balance.

— Combination of good patience when pressing the line of scrimmage and vision to find open lanes.

— Third-down value. Good receiving skill set and reliable pass protector.

— Unteachable effort and motor. Does not stop and brings the same energy all game.

NEGATIVES

— Lacks explosiveness and short-area burst.

— Adequate top-end speed, but won't win many footraces against NFL athletes.

— Not a twitchy athlete or mover.

NOTES

— Born Feb. 5, 2002

— Unranked recruit in 2019 class, per 247Sports

— 2024 First-Team All-Big 12; Outstanding Player of the 2024 Big 12 Championship Game

— 2022 First Team All-Big Sky; Big Sky Conference Offensive Player of the Year

GRADE: 6.9 (Potential Role Player — 4th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 114

POSITION RANK: RB11

PRO COMPARISON: A bigger and more physical Kyren Williams

Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

The level of interest in Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders from the New York Giants remains a subject of uncertainty, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Schefter reported the Giants have scouted Sanders more than any other team, with one NFL general manager telling Schefter that New York GM Joe Schoen "has lived in Boulder."

"And yet there still might not be consensus within the building about whether to draft him," Schefter wrote. "There is a belief around the league that certain segments of the Giants organization want Sanders more than others. Per sources, Sanders wants to be in a place where he has the full support of an organization, and there are questions about whether the Giants fit into that category."

The Ringer's Todd McShay reported on The McShay Show that "there's still a little push from the personnel department" to seriously consider selecting Sanders with the No. 3 pick.

McShay added that Giants co-owner John Mara "is staying out of it so far," and he described the coaching staff as a whole as "anti-taking Shedeur."

New York went with Penn State edge-rusher Abdul Carter in Bleacher Report's most recent mock draft. The New Orleans Saints traded up to get Sanders at No. 6.

From Sanders' perspective, the Giants may not be an ideal fit, partially for the internal division Schefter and McShay referenced.

Playing in New York City would be great for building Sanders' general profile. It's not as though he needs a lot of help in that category, but calling the Big Apple home means having plenty of commercial opportunities.

However, landing with the Giants may come with some drawbacks.

They signed a pair of veteran quarterbacks who will be stiff competition for the starting job. Even if the franchise uses its first-rounder on a QB, you'd assume Russell Wilson has the inside track to lead the offense in Week 1.

There's also the fact Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll are sitting on some of the hottest seats in the league. New York could plausibly have a new coach and GM installed next spring, and a different regime may not feel all that wedded to notable draft picks made by their predecessors.

Sanders isn't a big enough prospect to execute an Eli Manning-like power play to wind up in a preferred destination. Maybe he's at least trying to put his fingers on the scale to avoid a situation that won't set him up for long-term success.