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The New York Giants used educated speculation to pre-write draft-night stories about potential No. 5 or No. 10 picks, sharing a look behind the newsroom process, while in reality selecting linebacker Arvell Reese and offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa in the first round.
New York’s seven picks (Arvell Reese, Francis Mauigoa, Colton Hood, Malachi Fields, Bobby Jamison-Travis, J.C. Davis, Jack Kelly) are analyzed with suggested alternatives—potential Reese trade for Burns or Styles, tighter value plays at DT/WR, and other swing picks—plus notes on how medicals and board dynamics shaped the draft, and concerns about DT and WR depth going forward.
Giants coach John Harbaugh says Malik Nabers’ public questions about how the two top-10 picks will be used aren’t a concern, noting Nabers and the team had a productive, clarifying talk and Nabers even posted to quell the chatter. Harbaugh described a flexible, position-less defense and said Nabers asked how he’d be used; Nabers later explained on social media. Downs could pose a future matchup issue, since Nabers will face him twice a year after the Cowboys traded up to nab Downs. Overall, the chatter is treated as minor.
Giants coach John Harbaugh says Malik Nabers’ public reactions to the draft won’t derail their plans, noting Nabers is curious and will be shown how they intend to use Arvell Reese. Harbaugh emphasized they don’t get too worried about such comments as long as players have good hearts. Nabers spoke on a Bleacher Report livestream about Reese’s fit, and New York later drafted Francis Mauigoa at No. 10, with Dallas trading up to grab Caleb Downs a pick later.
The New York Post grades the Giants’ 2026 draft as strong overall (A): Arvell Reese is praised as a versatile, Pro Bowl-caliber inside linebacker; Francis Mauigoa earns an A- after moving from tackle to guard; Colton Hood is viewed as a potential starter at corner; Malachi Fields is a bold mid-round acquisition; late picks Bobby Jamison-Travis (C), J.C. Davis (B-), and Jack Kelly (A-) receive mixed grades. The piece notes good value and positional fits but questions the trade cost and how the pieces fit long-term.
The New York Giants closed the 2026 NFL Draft with seven selections after trading Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals for an extra first-round pick, using it to draft Arvell Reese (Edge, Ohio State) at No. 5 and Francis Mauigoa (OT, Miami) at No. 10 in Round 1, added Colton Hood (CB, Tennessee) at No. 37 in Round 2, and Malachi Fields (WR, Notre Dame) at No. 74 in Round 3 via a Browns deal, then finished with three sixth-rounders: Bobby Jamison-Travis (DTR, Auburn), J.C. Davis (OL, Illinois), and Jack Kelly (LB, BYU).
The New York Giants kicked off the 2026 NFL Draft by taking Arvell Reese (LB/EDGE, Ohio State) at No. 5 and Francis Mauigoa (OL, Miami) at No. 10, then added Colton Hood (CB, Tennessee) at No. 37. Analysts widely praised the haul, with Reese’s versatility and pass-rush upside and Mauigoa’s power and interior versatility cited as key upgrades, and Hood viewed as an immediate contributing starter. Overall, the picks prompted near-universal A grades, signaling a potential transformational upgrade to the team’s front seven and offensive line.
Giants fans voting in Big Blue View polls gave high marks to first‑round picks Arvell Reese (LB, No. 5) and Francis Mauigoa (OT/guard, No. 10) in the 2026 NFL Draft, with about 70% awarding Reese an A and 61% giving Mauigoa an A. Coach John Harbaugh attributed Schoen’s extensive draft simulations to the choices, noting Reese was rarely on the board; New York also holds the 37th overall pick in Round 2 and fans are hopeful for additional strong selections.
New York Giants used Day 1 to grab two high-upside, versatile youngsters: inside linebacker Arvell Reese and offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa. Reese brings position-flexibility and coverage plus pass-rush potential, and will play beside Tremaine Edmunds in a flexible defense. Mauigoa projects as a guard with tackle ability, and the team emphasized comfort with his back after a recent recheck, aided by a UM trainer on staff. Both picks were made to stick with the board and add two young foundational pieces under a five-year rookie deal, rather than trading down.
New York Giants pull off a surprise Round 1, taking Arvell Reese at No. 5 and Francis Mauigoa at No. 10, after simulations didn’t expect Reese to fall; the picks fortify the middle of both sides of the ball and come after trading Dexter Lawrence to Cincinnati for Mauigoa. With only pick No. 37 on Day 2, the team is eyeing Ohio State’s Kayden McDonald, Denzel Boston, or Emmanuel McNeil-Warren as potential targets.
Across multiple outlets, the New York Giants’ 2026 first-round picks—Arvell Reese at No. 5 and Francis Mauigoa at No. 10—were met with strong praise as high-value additions that bolster a versatile front seven and a run-heavy offense. Reese offers three-down versatility as an edge/linebacker, Mauigoa brings a powerful interior blocking presence with right-tackle background, and the picks align with a Harbaugh-style run game. Some caveats include Mauigoa’s back history and questions about how quickly Reese will develop, but overall the grades are glowing.
The New York Giants used their top two picks in the 2026 NFL Draft to grab EDGE Arvell Reese from Ohio State at No. 5 and OT Francis Mauigoa from Miami at No. 10, with SB Nation Reacts inviting fans to grade the haul and analysts weighing how the selections could impact the team’s pass rush and offensive line, plus follow-up coverage on related trades and scouting notes.
The New York Giants used their No. 10 pick (via a trade with Cincinnati) to select Miami OL Francis Mauigoa with their second first-round selection, after taking Arvell Reese at No. 5. Mauigoa, a durable three-year starter, is projected as a guard who could move to right tackle, bringing strength, balance and football IQ but with questions about arm length and foot speed. Analysts applaud his ceiling while noting technique tweaks are needed. The pick aims to bolster Jaxson Dart’s protection; the Giants may address Dexter Lawrence’s shoes later in the draft or free agency as they build the line across multiple rounds.
With the 2026 NFL Draft near, ESPN’s Peter Schrager, NFL Media’s Bucky Brooks, and NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein each released final Giants mock drafts. Schrager has Arvell Reese at No. 5 and Jordyn Tyson at No. 10 (the latter helped by the trade that brought a second top-10 pick from Cincinnati). Brooks slots Jeremiyah Love at No. 5 and Tyson at No. 10, prioritizing offense around Jaxson Dart. Zierlein sticks with Caleb Downs at No. 5 and Francis Mauigoa at No. 10, highlighting safety value and versatile OL potential. Collectively, the mocks emphasize adding playmakers and versatile blockers to boost the Giants in 2026.
NFL.com’s bold 2026 mock predicts Kansas City will select Kadyn Proctor at No. 9, a prototypical offensive tackle who could start at right tackle after Jawaan Taylor’s release or protect Mahomes on the left if Josh Simmons shifts. This diverges from mocks that favor Francis Mauigoa and notes other Chiefs considerations (WR and edge needs) as well as potential trades, with Jordyn Tyson among the receiver options.