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The Giants' 2026 NFL Mock Draft predicts S Caleb Downs from Ohio State as the No. 5 overall pick. The draft landscape is influenced by potential selections of Jeremiyah Love and Sonny Styles by other teams.
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Itâs remarkable how mock drafting has changed over the years. My first full-time season covering the NFL was in 2016. Then, as now, these held real value this time of year. But for seven-round mocks, you needed a big board and had to guess who might be available in each round.
Now, there are countless simulators, each more detailed than the last. This yearâs version from Pro Football Focus is particularly impressive.
We took it for a spin a week before the real thing in Pittsburgh. Hereâs how it played out for the Giants:
This selection came after running back Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame) and linebacker Sonny Styles (Ohio State) went to the Cardinals and Titans, respectively. Thereâs significant buzz in league circles, per sources, that the draft could unfold exactly that way. The Cardinals could opt for whichever pass rusher the Jets pass on at No. 2, but donât be surprised if they select Love. Thereâs a lot of smoke there.
With Styles off the board, the Giants land Downs, giving new head coach John Harbaugh his Kyle Hamilton in New York. It should be noted: thereâs a strong chance this is the pick even if Styles is available.
There werenât many appealing receiving options here, so Harbaugh and GM Joe Schoen bolster the offensive line. Pregnon, at 6-foot-4 and 314 pounds, brings size and power. The Giants attempted to address guard in free agency but lost Alijah Vera-Tucker to the Patriots. Pregnon can compete with Daniel Faalele and Lucas Patrick for a starting role.
The Giants could have addressed receiver earlier if the right option fell to No. 37, but Stribling is too good to pass up here. Heâs 6-foot-2, 207 pounds and ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. He totaled 107 receptions for 1,693 yards and 12 touchdowns over his final two seasons at Mississippi.
The predicted No. 5 overall pick for the Giants is S Caleb Downs from Ohio State.
Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame and Sonny Styles from Ohio State are expected to be selected before the Giants' pick.
Jeremiyah Love is projected to be drafted by the Cardinals, while Sonny Styles is expected to go to the Titans.
Mock drafting has evolved significantly, with more detailed simulators available now compared to 2016, enhancing the drafting process.
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Mississippi Rebels wide receiver De'zhaun Stribling (1) makes a catch against the Miami Hurricanes in the second half during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. / Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Few prospects bring Zuhnâs experience. He started 50 games in college, including 48 at left tackle. He may project as a guard at the next level due to shorter arms (32.5 inches), but his versatility makes him a valuable addition to a 53-man roster.
The uncertainty surrounding Dexter Lawrence exposed a lack of depth along the interior defensive line. The Giants arenât far removed from relying on DJ Davidson for meaningful snaps. Itâs difficult to count on sixth-round picks, but Brevard offers size (6-foot-3, 346 pounds) and developmental upside as a run-stuffer.
The Giants have a history with Boston College prospects. Hutchins recorded nine tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks over his final two seasons. He plays with a high motor, can contribute on special teams, and has the potential to develop into a rotational defensive lineman.