Giants Hold No. 2 Pick in 2026 Draft, Weigh Trade Down During Coaching Search

A quarterback-rich class positions New York to shop the pick for broader draft capital.

Overview

New York fell to 2-9 with a fifth straight loss, a 27-20 defeat to the Packers at MetLife Stadium.
Per Tankathon, the Giants currently sit second in the projected 2026 draft order behind the one-win Titans.
Tiebreaker factors such as a remaining bye week and a tougher strength of schedule could help preserve or improve that slot.
With Jaxson Dart viewed as the long-term quarterback and multiple top passers expected in the class, analysts see trading down as the best value play.
Team needs at receiver, linebacker and the offensive line contrast with top prospects at edge and safety, and the high pick plus cap room and a young QB are cited as making the head-coaching job more appealing while GM Joe Schoen undergoes a season-end review.