The New York Giants have been busy rebuilding their roster—and they’re not done yet. Through the first two days of the 2025 NFL Draft, Joe Schoen has attacked key needs: grabbing Penn State pass rusher Abdul Carter at No. 3 overall, trading back into Round 1 for high-upside quarterback Jaxson Dart, and adding disruptive Toledo defensive tackle Darius Alexander to reinforce the front.
But one spot still needs attention: the backfield. Tyrone Tracy Jr. gave the Giants a huge boost as a rookie, but Devin Singletary and Eric Gray aren’t exactly ironclad options behind him. Day 3 of the draft gives the Giants a perfect opportunity to add competition—and based on their pre-draft visits, it’s clear they’re seriously eyeing this class.
With four picks left, Big Blue can find value at running back if they want it. Here’s one ideal fit for each selection.
1 ideal running back target for every remaining Giants pick
Round 4, Pick 105: Cam Skattebo (Arizona State)
Skattebo would be the ultimate tone-setter behind Tracy. Built like a fire hydrant at 5-foot-11, 215 pounds, he runs angry, catches passes naturally, and energizes an offense with his relentless style. Skattebo’s ability to contribute on early downs, third downs, and even special teams makes him a perfect fit for a Giants team looking to rebuild its offensive identity from the ground up.
Round 5, Pick 154: Brashard Smith (SMU)
Smith brings a totally different skill set. A former receiver who transitioned to running back, Smith is a pure space player—explosive, shifty, and dangerous as a pass-catcher. His kick return background would give the Giants immediate special teams value, while his versatility could open up more creative personnel groupings for head coach Brian Daboll.
Round 7, Pick 219: Ollie Gordon II (Oklahoma State)
This would be a classic Day 3 home-run swing. Gordon fell after a disappointing final college season, but his 2023 tape—where he ran for 1,700+ yards and 21 touchdowns—is undeniable. At 6-foot-2, 226 pounds, he’s a physical chain-mover who could step into a short-yardage and goal-line role while developing behind Tracy and Singletary.
Round 7, Pick 246: Montrell Johnson Jr. (Florida)
rIf the G-Men want a more natural third-down back late, Johnson is their guy. He’s reliable, tough between the tackles, and has shown real growth as a receiver (61 career catches). His compact frame and no-nonsense running style would fit well in a rotation where touches are earned, not handed out.
The Giants don’t need a bell-cow running back on Day 3—they just need the right fit. Whether it’s adding more toughness, more speed, or more versatility, there’s still real value left on the board. If Schoen wants to round out the offense, one of these picks could easily help.