The New York Giants had a shot at securing the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. They were in prime position until their unexpected 45-33 victory over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 16 shifted their trajectory.
By the end of the regular season, the Giants finished with a 3-14 record, earning them the third overall pick in the 2025 draft. This likely cost them the opportunity to select future franchise quarterback Cam Ward, who is widely expected to be picked first overall by the Tennessee Titans.
However, the second overall pick, held by the Cleveland Browns, remains more uncertain. The Giants may be looking to move up to secure their top target, and the cost of such a move could be lower than anticipated.
New York might still land one of the draft’s top prospects, even if they miss out on Ward. The player most likely to interest the Giants is Travis Hunter, who could be selected by the Browns. To secure him, the Giants might need to execute a trade, potentially swapping picks with Cleveland to move up to the second spot.
According to NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, the Giants could acquire the second overall pick for a third, fourth, and fifth-round selection. The move would allow New York to draft Hunter, a versatile player who could fill critical needs at both cornerback and wide receiver. This relatively low cost for a player of Hunter’s caliber could be a wise investment for the Giants, especially considering the steep price typically required for a quarterback in the upper draft rounds.
