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With the Giants holding the 5th and 10th overall picks in the 2026 NFL Draft after trading Dexter Lawrence, Pro Football Focus outlined five potential pairings for GM Joe Schoen and coach John Harbaugh (including combinations like Styles-Downs, Styles-Tyson, Mauigoa-Downs, Love-Delane, and Styles/Downs with Ioane), and readers can vote in the accompanying poll while analysts weigh the merits of each option.
With the No. 5 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the New York Giants weigh trading down to add more early-round capital. The piece maps out realistic routes (chiefly swapping 5 for 9 and 29 or 9 and 40 with the Chiefs) and alternative paths like 10 and 41 or 14 and 45 plus a 2027 pick, then projects likely targets at those slots (Caleb Downs, Mansoor Delane, Vega Ioane, Denzel Boston, Chris Johnson, etc.). The author argues any of these trades could boost the Giants’ long-term value, though finding a willing partner to move up remains challenging.
A Pro Football Focus seven-round mock for the 2026 NFL Draft projects no trades for the Eagles, headlined by Spencer Fano at 1.23 to bolster tackle, with late‑round adds at safety, WR, CB and edge—including A.J. Haulcy, Skylar Bell, Daylen Everette, Anthony Lucas, Zane Durant, Max Llewelyn, Tanner Koziol and Adam Randall.
Paulson Adebo, entering the second year of his three-year, $54 million Giants deal, was the only player absent from the first voluntary offseason workout day, not informing coach John Harbaugh. Dexter Lawrence and Sam Roberts were out for other reasons (trade request and surgery). Harbaugh treated the absence as a voluntary choice, while Adebo’s rough first year—12 games due to a knee injury, allowing 48 catches on 74 targets for 579 yards and two touchdowns with a 58.4 PFF grade—adds intrigue about his approach in year two and the impact of the $250k yearly workout bonuses tied to offseason participation.
New England is prioritizing an upgrade at wide receiver this offseason, with about $60 million in cap space after reportedly releasing Stefon Diggs. If a big-name trade for a target like A.J. Brown isn’t possible, the Patriots could spend on a new No. 1 receiver, considering a pool of targets (Alec Pierce, Mike Evans, Rashid Shaheed, Romeo Doubs, Christian Kirk, Jalen Nailor, Jalen Tolbert, Tim Patrick, Treylon Burks) with Pro Football Focus projecting contracts from roughly $1.5 million to $24 million per year.
Chicago Bears offensive lineman Joe Thuney won the NFL Honors' inaugural Protector of the Year for his standout first season with Chicago, anchoring the line, finishing first in pass blocking per PFF and posting a 79.4 overall grade as the Bears went 11-6 and advanced to the NFC Divisional Round.
Max Brosmer, an undrafted rookie, delivered one of the worst quarterback performances in modern NFL history during a 26-0 loss to Seattle, with PFF grades nearly breaking records for the lowest scores, making it one of the worst games by a QB in the last 20 years, comparable to or worse than performances by Ryan Fitzpatrick, Mac Jones, Nathan Peterman, and others.
The Green Bay Packers' defense struggled significantly in Week 4 against the Dallas Cowboys, especially after losing starting DT Devonte Wyatt, with rookie Nazir Stackhouse receiving a very low grade from Pro Football Focus and failing to make impactful plays, highlighting concerns about the team's depth at defensive tackle.
Pro Football Focus ranks J.J. McCarthy as the 21st best NFL quarterback out of 32, a notable position given his limited NFL experience, reflecting high expectations for his potential in 2025 with the Minnesota Vikings.
The New York Giants' recent 14-11 loss to the New Orleans Saints highlighted ongoing struggles, particularly with quarterback Drew Lock, who faced significant pressure and had a poor performance despite a late-game rally. The offensive line excelled in run blocking but faltered in pass protection, with several players committing penalties. On defense, Kayvon Thibodeaux stood out with strong run defense, while Micah McFadden excelled in tackling and run support. The Giants' injury-ravaged defense managed to hold the Saints to 14 points, showcasing resilience despite numerous challenges.
The Green Bay Packers secured a 30-17 victory over the Miami Dolphins in Week 13, marking their highest Pro Football Focus (PFF) grade of the 2024 season. Key offensive performances included TE Tucker Kraft and RB Josh Jacobs, while S Xavier McKinney led the defense. Despite some struggles from players like LG Elgton Jenkins, the Packers excelled in forcing missed tackles, with Josh Jacobs alone accounting for 15. QB Jordan Love delivered a solid performance with an adjusted completion percentage of 88.5%.
Pro Football Focus (PFF) has released a new first-round mock draft for the 2025 NFL Draft, heavily influenced by the strong quarterback class. The Jacksonville Jaguars are projected to select two-way player Travis Hunter first overall, while the New York Giants and Las Vegas Raiders are expected to pick quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward, respectively. The mock draft highlights the focus on QB-needy teams and includes notable prospects like WR Tetairoa McMillan and EDGE Abdul Carter in the top five picks.
The New York Giants suffered a 30-7 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with Pro Football Focus grading their performance as the worst of the season at 50.4. Offensive struggles were evident, with the highest player grade being just average, and significant issues in pass blocking. Defensively, despite allowing 30 points, individual grades were not as poor, with Dexter Lawrence excelling in run defense. However, tackling and pass coverage were problematic, contributing to the defeat. The Giants' coaching and player utilization decisions are under scrutiny as the team continues to struggle.
The Detroit Lions secured their ninth consecutive win with a 24-6 victory over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 12, improving to a 10-1 record. Despite missing key defensive players, the Lions handed the Colts their largest defeat of the season. Pro Football Focus (PFF) graded Lions players, highlighting LT Taylor Decker (81.3) and EDGE Za’Darius Smith (88.8) as top performers, while CB Kindle Vildor (28.0) and LB David Long (33.5) received the lowest grades. The team's highest metrics were in special teams (80.6) and running (77.7), with coverage (50.9) being the lowest.
The Buffalo Bills ended the Kansas City Chiefs' perfect season with a 30-21 victory, despite missing key players. Josh Allen and the Bills' offense excelled, with Allen receiving a top Pro Football Focus (PFF) grade of 90.2. Khalil Shakir, Curtis Samuel, and Amari Cooper stepped up in the absence of other top receivers. The Bills' defense also performed well, limiting Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs to 21 points, with Cam Lewis and Greg Rousseau earning high PFF grades. The win brings the Bills to a 9-2 record as they enter their bye week.