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2026 NFL offseason grades: Draft, trades, more moves by team | ESPN.com
New York Giants: B+. Nothing was more significant than the Giants successfully landing John Harbaugh. He should be a stabilizing force given his long track record of success in Baltimore, and he rightfully gives fans hope in the franchise’s new direction.
But in terms of players, the biggest decision the Giants made was to trade Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals for the No. 10 pick. That was a huge win. As much as I — and probably the Giants! — like Lawrence as a player,
he was coming off a down season, and the value of the No. 10 pick was simply a much better return than the veteran defensive tackle is likely worth. Thanks to that trade, the Giants had two top-10 picks in the draft. They added linebacker/edge rusher Arvell Reese — who surprisingly fell to No. 5 — and OT Francis Mauigoa at No. 10. Those two young players can be the foundation of the Giants’ new core if they play well. Nothing will affect the Giants’ win total in the short term more than second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart’s development. But this offseason was more about setting up a foundation for the medium to long term.
Jameis Winston has been a breakout star for Fox’s World Cup coverage
One outstanding question for every team as the NFL’s summer break begins | The Athletic
Will Malik Nabers be ready for Week 1? It’s impossible to know this right now, but it’s hard to believe that there’s any more pressing question for the Giants. The star wide receiver is recovering from a torn ACL and meniscus and had a second cleanup surgery this spring. General manager Joe Schoen expressed optimism he’ll be back for Week 1, and coach John Harbaugh is hopeful he’ll be back soon. The Giants have plenty of receivers after adding three big names late this spring, but none bring the juice Nabers provides. Oh, and even if Nabers is ready for Week 1, will he be the same explosive playmaker right away?
The 5 Most Underrated Players in the NFL Entering 2026 Season | Bleacher Report
OT Jermaine Eluemunor, New York Giants. The team brought in a new head coach in John Harbaugh and several other high-profile additions to help get over the hump, but one of their most important moves of the offseason was retaining incumbent offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor.
The 31-year-old was a late bloomer, suiting up sporadically for three different franchises over his first half-decade in the league. He finally became a regular starter for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022, parlaying a successful two-year run with the club into a modest free-agency contract with the G-Men in 2024. Eluemunor may not ever get Pro Bowl recognition or become a household name, but he’s a huge piece of the puzzle for a Giants team that will rely on his steady presence to get back into the playoffs.
Rookie Sisi Mauigoa already making best kind of Giants impression: ‘Doesn’t take BS from anyone’ | New York Post
There is no truth to the rumor that Mike Bloomgren grabbed the card, scribbled in the name of his heart’s desire, and demanded the card be submitted when the Giants were on the clock for the No. 10 pick in the draft.
None of that. But close.
According to Rival Scout, Giants Defense Might Be Better Than You Think | AthlonSports.com
Despite those setbacks, one rival scout, speaking anonymously, had some positive things to say about this unit.
“Signing heavyweight nose tackle D.J. Reader and veteran Shelby Harris helps make up for the trade of Dexter Lawrence,” the scout said. “Brian Burns’ pass-rushing skills are practically unparalleled. Edge rusher Arvell Reese has size, strength and growth in front of him as a pass-rusher working in his favor. … The Giants need Abdul Carter to keep getting better. Signing Tremaine Edmunds gives the Giants an imposing inside linebacker who can run.”
Around the league
Cowboys RB Javonte Williams: ‘I’ve still got a lot more to prove’ | NFL.com
Texans optimistic about growth between C.J. Stroud, Nick Caley | ESPN.com
Dianna Russini named-dropped ex-Giants coach Brian Daboll during traffic stop | USAToday.com
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