After a brutal 2-9 start to the 2025 NFL season, the New York Giants will now begin to focus on the future, starting with the 2026 NFL Draft.

Since the Giants selected a quarterback in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, the front office finds itself in a position to potentially trade out of the spot to recoup future draft capital. Luckily for fans, this year’s quarterback draft class is promising, giving New York the opportunity to land multiple picks for the coming years.

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Here is the first edition of the Giants’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft.

Round One, Pick No. 10 (via Trade)*: Mansoor Delane (CB, LSU)

*Trade with ARI. Giants receive picks No. 10, No. 42, and a 2027 first-round pick for No. 2 and a 2027 fourth-round pick

The rumors continue to float around regarding Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray and his standing with the team, so it would make sense for the front office to try to land their next franchise quarterback in the upcoming draft.

Moving down to the No. 10 spot would likely put the Giants out of contention for Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate; however, the move would give New York the opportunity to address the secondary with LSU star cornerback Mansoor Delane.

After transferring from Virginia Tech this past offseason, Delane has quickly become one of the best cornerbacks in all of college football this season. This season, the veteran defender has allowed a total of 11 receptions while also racking up seven pass breakups and one interception. His physical style of play would be a perfect fit for the Giants’ defense, which currently lacks an alpha cornerback.

Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) on X #LSU CB Mansoor Delane continues to play like the best cover man (zone or man) in CFB. Easy NFL starter grade as a prospect. 3 PD, 1 INT vs. Arkansas

Round Two, Pick No. 34 Elijah Sarratt (WR, Indiana)

In order for New York to truly develop rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, it’s clear that the struggling franchise must surround him with weapons.

The timetable for star wide receiver Malik Nabers to return remains a huge question mark heading into next season, which means the Giants need an additional wide receiver to aid Dart in his efforts in 2026.

Indiana’s wide receiver Elijah Sarratt gives the offense a talented pass catcher to complement Nabers. The senior wideout has recorded 609 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns on 45 receptions this season as the Hoosiers' top recevier.

Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) on X 2nd TD of the day for Elijah Sarratt 🔥 @IndianaFootball 📺: Peacock

At 6-foot-2, 213 lbs., Sarratt has a terrific frame that would allow him to excel on the opposite side of Nabers and provides more stability to a broken wide receiver corps.

Round Two, Pick No. 42: Austin Siereveld (OL, Ohio State)

Looking at the Giants’ free agents that will hit the open market in 2026, the offensive line is set to lose two starters in right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor and right guard Greg Van Roten. And while former 2025 third-round pick Marcus Mbow has shown promise this season, it’s obvious that the offensive line needs to be revamped in the offseason.

One name that makes sense for New York is Ohio State’s Austin Siereveld, who has seen his draft stock rise throughout the 2025 season. Siereveld has allowed just one quarterback hit and zero sacks in 10 games with the Buckeyes.

The junior tackle spent last season playing on the interior of the offensive line, which makes him an excellent fit for the Giants. Depending on the development track of Mbow, Siereveld could either play at tackle or guard in 2026.

Round Four, Pick No. 102: Zxavian Harris (IDL, Ole Miss)

Shifting the focus back to the defensive side of the ball, Ole Miss’s Zxavian Harris would be an intriguing option to assist the Giants’ run defense.

At 6-foot-7, 320 lbs., Harris is a massive interior threat that has done an outstanding job this season against both the pass and run game. This year with the Rebels, Harris has accumulated 28 solo tackles, along with four sacks. With proper coaching at the next level, the senior defensive tackle could be exactly what the Giants need up front with Dexter Lawrence.

NFL Draft Files (@NFL_DF) on X Zxavian Harris is a very very interesting DL prospect at 6’8, 330lbs

Rounds 5-7

Round Five, Pick No. 141: Zachariah Branch (WR, Georgia)

Round Six, Pick No. 180: Tacario Davis (CB, Washington)

Round Six, Pick No. 189: Austin Romaine (LB, Kansas State)

Round Six, Pick No. 190: Isaiah Nowokobia (SAF, SMU)

• With star wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson set to become a free agent, Georgia’s Zachariah Branch would make sense for the Giants as the next gadget player on offense.
• Washington cornerback Tacario Davis is a fun late-round flyer. Standing at 6-foot-4, 200 lbs., Davis has elite size and would be a perfect developmental piece in the secondary unit.