The New York Giants head into the 2025 NFL Draft holding the No. 3 overall pick, and with it, a huge opportunity to reshape the direction of the franchise. Even after bringing in veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, the search for a long-term answer at quarterback is far from over—it's just the beginning.
Beyond quarterback, there are holes to fill on both sides of the ball. Offensive guard and defensive tackle stand out as immediate needs. The good news? This year’s class is pretty stacked in the trenches. There’s real value to be found outside of Round 1—especially if the Giants can get aggressive and move around the board.
This one’s not about playing it safe. It’s about taking shots where it counts, finding value in the chaos, and maybe—just maybe—building a roster that feels like it’s going somewhere. Without further ado, here's my first Giants full mock draft.
NY Giants full 7-round mock draft (with trades)
Round 1: Pick 3 - Travis Hunter (WR/CB, Colorado)
There's only one 'generational' talent in this draft, so the G-Men won't overcomplicate it. Travis Hunter is the epitome of versatility. The first player in NCAA history to win the Heisman Trophy, Chuck Bednarik Award, and Biletnikoff Award in the same season, Hunter’s two-way ability is unparalleled. With 92 receptions for 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns as a receiver, alongside 4 interceptions and 11 pass breakups as a cornerback, he’s a game-changer on both sides of the ball.
His elite ball skills, route recognition, and competitive toughness make him a perfect fit for the Giants, whether lining up as a lockdown corner alongside Paulson Adebo or a dynamic receiver next to Malik Nabers.
We have a trade to announce: The New York Giants are sending the 34th and 65th picks, along with a 2024 fourth-rounder to the Minnesota Vikings for the 24th overall pick.
Round 1: Pick 24 - Jaxson Dart (QB, Ole Miss)
The Giants need a future franchise quarterback and the Vikings need more draft capital. Win-win. Jaxson Dart offers Big Blue a compelling option. Standing at 6-foot-2 and 225 pounds, Dart threw for 4,279 yards with 29 touchdowns against just six interceptions in his final season at Ole Miss.
His dual-threat capability, quick release, and improvisational skills make him a promising prospect to develop behind Wilson and Winston. While he needs to refine his deep ball accuracy and pocket presence, Dart’s potential is worth the bold investment here.
Round 3: Pick 99 - Shemar Turner (DT, Texs A&M)
The Giants can’t keep asking Dexter Lawrence to do it all in the interior. Shemar Turner is the kind of explosive, versatile lineman who could finally give Sexy Dex a real running mate inside. He’s got the size to anchor and the juice to disrupt, with inside-out flexibility that would let Wink (or whoever’s calling plays next) mix and match fronts.
Turner’s still raw, but the flashes are real—and next to a guy like Lawrence, those flashes could turn into something way more consistent.
Round 4: Pick 105 - Hollin Pierce (OT, Rutgers)
The Giants added a pair of swing tackles this offseason in Stone Forsythe and James Hudson, but let’s not pretend that solves anything long-term. Evan Neal is a certified bust at right tackle, and while Andrew Thomas is elite when healthy, when healthy is doing a lot of work these days.
Hollin Pierce is massive, raw, and plays like a guy who used to weigh 450 pounds—because he did. But the Rutgers product moves better than you’d expect for a 6-foot-8 mammoth and has a ton of starting experience. He’s a project, sure, but give him the right coaching and you might have a future bookend tackle. At worst, he’s a quality depth piece. At best, he gives this line some stability and potential.
Round 5: Pick 154 - Garrett Dellinger (OG, LSU)
Garrett Dellinger’s versatility along the offensive line is a significant asset. With starts at left guard, left tackle, and center during his time at LSU, he brings flexibility and depth to New York's interior line. His stout anchor in pass protection and heavy hands in the run game address the team’s need for a starting guard in the middle rounds.
Round 7: Pick 219 - Tyler Batty (Edge, BYU)
With Azeez Ojulari cashing a Philadelphia Eagles check in free agency (gross), Big Blue has a clear opening for a developmental edge to sneak into the rotation. Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux are the headliners, but every good pass-rush duo needs a third man to keep things fresh—and that’s where Batty comes in.
He’s not going to wow anyone with bend or burst, but the motor runs hot, he sets a strong edge, and he’s versatile enough to contribute in multiple fronts. Think of him as the gritty depth piece who earns snaps early on special teams and eventually works into the rotation as a rock-solid No. 3. There’s room to grow, and the opportunity is sitting right there.
Round 7: Pick 246 - Isas Waxter (CB, Villanova)
This is the kind of late-round swing the Giants should take. Waxter’s size and downhill mentality scream special teams ace, and with the DB depth chart getting messy this offseason with Adebo and Jevon Holland, who knows what the future holds?
He’s got the frame to transition to safety, where the Giants could use more physicality behind Tyler Nubin. The technique needs cleaning up, especially as a tackler, but the aggression and versatility give him a shot to stick. At worst, he’s lighting people up on kick coverage in Week 1.