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Every NFL Team’s Missing Piece on Offense and Defense | Bleacher Report
Offense: Cam Ward is the obvious missing piece under center, but Russell Wilson and Sam Darnold are potential consolation prizes for now. One could have a few good years left, and the upside could still be there for the other.
Defense: A game-changing cornerback could work wonders while addressing a major need, even if Adoree’ Jackson sticks around. If they don’t go the quarterback route early in the draft, Travis Hunter would be the obvious choice here.
Giants free agent primer: QB, CB and right guard atop the wish list | ESPN
The Giants have almost $50 million under the salary cap to work with this offseason. It’s close to middle of the road in terms of available money, but it’s enough for the team to make some significant moves. The most likely are expected to be at quarterback, right guard and cornerback when the free agent negotiating window opens at noon on Monday.
San Francisco’s RG Aaron Banks is considered by most to be the top option, but he seems likely to be out of the Giants’ price range. The next tier (around $10 million per season) are Will Fries, Patrick Mekari and Brandon Scherff. Mekari is a name to watch.
Matthew Stafford left $15 million on table from Giants in their failed pursuit: ‘It’s a tough thing’ | nj.com
“What I think the trade compensation would’ve been — the Giants give up their second-round pick, which is the 34th pick, and then the Rams give up a third round and Stafford,” Schrager said. “But then Stafford would need to tear up the contract and have a massive contract, which would’ve been paying him close to $15 million more per year than what he’s essentially going to play for, with the Rams.”
Caitlin Clark taken down by Eli Manning in pop-a-shot
Giants NFL mock draft mailbag: Trade up for Cam Ward? If the price is right … | The Athletic
The Giants are slated to make eight picks in this year’s draft, including one projected fourth-round compensatory pick for losing safety Xavier McKinney in free agency last year. Here is where the Giants are slated to pick with those Day 3 slots not finalized until the compensatory selections are made official: Round 1, No. 3; Round 2, No. 34; and Round 3, No. 65. After that they have two picks in the Round 4 and 7, one pick in 5.
Examining history to gauge possible Giants trade price for No. 1 pick | New York Daily News
The Giants might make a big trade up to No. 1 to ensure they will land their preferred QB, especially after striking out on their aggressive pursuit of a Matthew Stafford trade.
2025 NFL draft: Giants will meet with Purdue's Marcus Mbow | USAToday.com
On Wednesday, Purdue showcased 11 players for 31 NFL teams. Among those participating was offensive lineman Marcus Mbow, although he only took part in offensive drills. He opted not to jump, lift or run after showcasing those traits at the combine. The 6-foot-4, 303-pound Mbow said he has no preference on playing guard or tackle. He also revealed that he has a visit set up with the Giants.
Around the league
Washington Commanders Roster Moves: Bobby Wagner re-signed to 1-year deal | Hogs Haven
Deebo Samuel: Commanders 'one of the best possible fits for me' | NFL.com
The Saquon Barkley contract is probably bad. So what. | Bleeding Green Nation
Inside the new Saquon Barkley deal | Pro Football Talk
Dallas Cowboys history of big extensions to two players from same draft | Blogging The Boys
Bills, LB Terrel Bernard agree on four-year, $50M extension | NFL.com
Lions, LB Derrick Barnes reach 3-year extension, source says | ESPN.com
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam declines meeting with Myles Garrett amid All-Pro DE’s trade request | NFL.com
Daniel Jeremiah's top 50: 2025 NFL Draft prospect rankings 3.0 | NFL.com
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