Arvell Reese 2026 NFL Draft Profile: Everything you need to know about Giants' No. 5 pick

Arvell Reese 2026 NFL Draft Profile: Everything you need to know about Giants' No. 5 pick

With the No. 5 overall pick, theGiants had an opportunity to add some serious talent to the roster and did just that by selecting Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese...

By The Numbers

Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 241 pounds40-Yard Dash: 4.46 seconds
Vertical: N/ABench: N/A
Broad Jump: N/A
2025 Stats: 69 combined tackles, 6.5 sacks, 10.0 tackles for loss, two passes deflected, consensus All-American

Prospect Overview

NFL.com: It’s under construction, but Reese has already sprouted go-to moves and rush plans that need more refinement. He might need some runway to hit his stride, but his rare blend of traits, explosiveness and versatility could become a perfect storm of chaos once a defense decides how to deploy him.

Bleacher Report: Arvell Reese is the most physically impressive linebacker in the 2026 draft class. Whether he falls into a hybrid role or converts to being a full-time edge defender, the former Buckeye has a bright future as an impact defender in the NFL.

Why Reese makes sense for the Giants

Reese was widely considered one of the best defensive players in the draft, and there was a good chance he wouldn't make it past the second pick. But when he fell to No. 5, the Giants jumped on him, and they added a defensive weapon.

Reese can be a force in blitz packages, and can also play off the ball. He'll be able to learn from and giving the Giants a very strong group of edge rushers.