Overview
- ESPN’s Jordan Reid, citing league sources, says New York would not hesitate to take an off-ball linebacker at No. 5, making Sonny Styles a real option.
- ESPN’s Jordan Raanan has signaled the team could favor Styles over safety Caleb Downs if the choice comes down to best player available.
- The front office still needs help at right guard, yet evaluators question whether any interior lineman carries a No. 5 grade, which pushes a best-player route.
- John Harbaugh has stressed the value of an inside linebacker and the Giants reinforced that priority by signing Tremaine Edmunds to a three-year, $36 million deal.
- Styles brings rare size and range, strong Pro Football Focus marks in run defense and coverage, and leadership traits, though the pick remains unannounced.