The New York Giants have given fans a pleasant surprise this season, getting off to a 3-1 start despite injuries to Jaxson Dart and Brian Burns. John Harbaugh's playoff hopes are alive and well, even if his starting quarterback won't be part of those plans.
But the difference between top franchises and one-year wonders is the ability to build on success by acing consecutive drafts. The 2027 NFL Draft may be easier to knock out of the park than others, as it's expected to be stacked with elite talent.
Still, Joe Schoen can't afford to miss on these picks. While the draft is still over six months away, let's take an early look at how the Giants' class could shake out.
Round 1 - Ahmad Moten Sr., DT, Miami
DJ Reader has done an admirable job of holding down the interior of the defensive line, but the Giants have to face reality. He's 32 years old, and they need a long-term replacement for him.
Ahmad Moten Sr. could be that guy. He works primarily as a nose tackle for Miami, but he can win as a three-technique defensive tackle, too. He's surprisingly agile for a 325-pound defender and consistently shoots his way into the backfield for the Hurricanes.
This class is loaded with elite defensive tackles, so the Giants should have strong options available even if they're picking near the end of the first round.
Round 2 - Kewan Lacy, RB, Ole Miss
Cam Skattebo hasn't done much to solidify himself as New York's running back of the future. Even if he does remain a featured part of the offense, the Giants will need to bring in another back.
Kewan Lacy doesn't have many weaknesses to his game. He's a touchdown machine and found the end zone 24 times last year. Like Skattebo, he consistently picks up extra yardage after contact. But unlike Skattebo, Lacy has the breakaway speed to turn 10-yard gains into 50-yard touchdowns.
Round 3 - Braelin Moore, C, LSU
John Michael Schmitz might lose his starting center spot to Bryan Hudson, whom the Giants signed as an emergency option in the middle of training camp. That's the state of the center position in New York at the moment.
Even if it isn't a highly valued position, the G-Men should address it early in next year's draft. Picking Braelin Moore out of LSU would be a safe way to do so. He hasn't allowed a sack yet this season for the Tigers and has only let up two pressures. He's a bit undersized, but his technique more than makes up for it.
Round 5 - Dezz Ricks, CB, Texas A&M
In the later rounds of the draft, teams often gamble on former top recruits who haven't lived up to their potential in college. Dezz Ricks fits the bill. He was a five-star recruit coming out of high school, but hasn't been especially productive in his collegiate career. Still, the traits are there for Giants defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson to craft a starting-caliber cornerback.
Round 6 - Ian Strong, WR, California
Ian Strong is the kind of player coaches want on their team. He's not the fastest player in the class by any means, but he's a good technician and gives solid effort as a blocker. He has shown flashes as a ball-winner, too, hauling in 37 contested catches between 2024 and 2025.
The Giants are already working with a thin group of wide receivers this season. It would be wise to add another player to the mix in the draft.
Round 6 - Joe Brunner, G, Indiana
Why not continue to build offensive line depth at the end of the draft? If Joe Brunner keeps up his early-season form, he won't be available in the sixth round, but he's John Harbaugh's ideal offensive lineman. He stands at a hulking 6'7" and 320 pounds, and he's solid both as a pass protector and as a run blocker. This would be a home run for the Giants.
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