Overview
- The Giants are currently projected by Tankathon to hold the top selection in the 2026 NFL Draft after a 2-11 start.
- In ESPN analyst Field Yates' mock, the Jets move up for Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza by sending Nos. 7 and 18 plus a Day 2 pick.
- Yates' scenario has the Giants using those picks on Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson at No. 7 and Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell at No. 18 to address major needs.
- The Jets' motivation in the projection stems from ongoing quarterback instability and increased draft capital after trading Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner.
- Alternate mocks that do not allow trades keep New York at No. 1 for Tyson, and analysts note both the draft order and the ultimate value of the top pick remain fluid with games left to play.