The New York Giants selected cornerback Colton Hood with the 37th overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, rejecting multiple trade offers. General manager Joe Schoen emphasized Hood as their top choice heading into Day 2 of the draft.
New York Giants turned down multiple picks to select Colton Hood at No. 37
During the 2026 NFL draft, the New York Giants demonstrated a strong belief in cornerback Colton Hood by selecting him with the 37th overall pick, despite receiving attractive trade-down offers.
Giants general manager Joe Schoen shared these details in the team's Giants Life draft video, offering fans a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the war room.
"As we headed into Day 2, we're talking through different scenarios. It's an opportunity to acquire more draft picks," Schoen said. "Colton Hood was our top guy on the board going into Day 2. If he was there, we were going to turn the card in. If not, we had a few options to move back in the second round and acquire more picks."
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Stephon Johnson (80) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
The Giants selected Colton Hood because he was their top player on the board heading into Day 2 of the draft.
The Giants turned down multiple attractive trade-down offers to secure Colton Hood with the 37th pick.
Colton Hood is a cornerback selected by the New York Giants in the 2026 NFL draft.
Joe Schoen stated that they had options to move back for more picks but prioritized selecting Hood as their top choice.
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Damon Bankston (37) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Keagan Johnson (9) looks on during a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Keagan Johnson (9) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Miles Davis (27) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants tight end Johncarlos Miller (82) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants tight end Johncarlos Miller (82) blocks tight end Josiah Deguara (47) during in a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Grant Finley (45) blocks tight end Johncarlos Miller (82) during a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Keagan Johnson (9) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants tight end Josiah Deguara (47) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Sawyer Robertson (5) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants safety Lento Smith (20) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh talks with running back Grant Finley (45) during in a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Michael Jackson (17) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants cornerback Colton Hood (12) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) looks on during a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Michael Jackson (17) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Miles Davis (27) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Kevorian Barnes (25) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants rookies Arvell Reese (52), Colton Hood (12), Malachi Fields (0) and Francis Mauigoa (65) walk off the field after rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) looks on after a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) awaits a press conference after rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) and cornerback Colton Hood (12) chat after rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants cornerback Colton Hood (12) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Stephon Johnson (80) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Damon Bankston (37) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Keagan Johnson (9) looks on during a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Keagan Johnson (9) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Miles Davis (27) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants tight end Johncarlos Miller (82) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants tight end Johncarlos Miller (82) blocks tight end Josiah Deguara (47) during in a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Grant Finley (45) blocks tight end Johncarlos Miller (82) during a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Keagan Johnson (9) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants tight end Josiah Deguara (47) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Sawyer Robertson (5) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants safety Lento Smith (20) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh talks with running back Grant Finley (45) during in a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Michael Jackson (17) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants cornerback Colton Hood (12) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) looks on during a drill at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Michael Jackson (17) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Miles Davis (27) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants running back Kevorian Barnes (25) participates in a drill during rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants rookies Arvell Reese (52), Colton Hood (12), Malachi Fields (0) and Francis Mauigoa (65) walk off the field after rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) looks on after a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) awaits a press conference after rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malachi Fields (0) and cornerback Colton Hood (12) chat after rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese (52) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (65) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants head coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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May 9, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants cornerback Colton Hood (12) speaks during a press conference at rookie minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
The franchise received proposals from the Cincinnati Bengals and New Orleans Saints that would have allowed it to fall back to the 41st or 42nd pick. Those deals promised two fourth-round selections and a fifth-round pick in compensation.
Separately, the Detroit Lions offered the 118th, 128th, and 157th picks to slide back to No. 50.
"When we got to pick 37 and Colton Hood was there, it was an easy decision for us," Schoen said.
Although the Giants were more than willing to trade back for additional picks, Hood was the top player on their draft board entering Day 2. Team officials confirmed they would have accepted one of the trade offers had Hood been unavailable at No. 37.
Immediately after the selection, head coach John Harbaugh and Schoen began discussing a plan to move back up for wide receiver Malachi Fields, a maneuver they successfully completed in Round 3.
This sequence of decisions highlights New York’s targeted approach: Securing elite talent at critical positions while remaining flexible to address other needs.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Giants turned down multiple picks to select Colton Hood at No. 37