NFL Draft 2026: What will Giants do after trading Dexter Lawrence? | 7-round mock

• Round 2 (No. 37): OG Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon

Instead of reaching for a defensive tackle to replace Lawrence — and this isn’t a great draft for that position — Harbaugh gets a much-needed piece for his offensive line.

He has big-time issues at both guard spots. And Pregnon “has the prototypical frame of a downhill blocker,” according to his NFL.com scouting report. Plus, the Giants are expected to sign veteran D.J. Reader (128 career starts) after the draft to help replace Lawrence.

• Round 4 (No. 105): CB Malik Muhammad, Texas

He isn’t going to be a sure-thing Day 1 option as the Giants’ No. 1 corner. (He’s a fourth-round pick, after all.) But Harbaugh needs to do something to address his less-than-ideal corner situation.

Muhammad, who is 6 feet and 182 pounds, must get bigger and stronger.

But there’s a lot to like about him, including these items from his NFL.com scouting report: “He can man up from press or off and is a plus pattern-matcher, staying in-phase and shadowing break points. He displays outstanding vision and adheres to his zone-cover principles, allowing him to play with ideal efficiency on all three levels.”

• Round 5 (No. 145): DT DeMonte Capehart, Clemson

Lawrence also went to Clemson back in the day, for what it’s worth. Obviously, Capehart will not be expected to solely replace Lawrence immediately (if ever). But he provides some depth along the interior defensive line, in the wake of Lawrence’s departure.

• Round 6 (No. 186): C Pat Coogan, Indiana

John Michael Schmitz has failed to impress through three seasons and is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Coogan can slot in as his backup in 2026, spend time learning and maybe compete for the starting job in 2027.

• Round 6 (No. 192): S Cole Wisniewski, Texas Tech

Some safety depth and special teams help, with Downs already in the mix. Wisniewski’s run-stopping skills will intrigue Harbaugh. But Wisniewski must prove he can consistently stay healthy.

• Round 6 (No. 193): Edge rusher Quintayvious Hutchins, Boston College

An undersized player who plays stronger than he looks. From his NFL.com scouting report: “He’s an above-average athlete with good short-area burst when pursuing runners and quarterbacks. Hutchins should compete for a backup role as a stand-up edge and become a plus contributor on special teams.”

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