Should New York Giants trade down?

The New York Giants hold the sixth overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft and it’s anyone’s guess what they intend to do with it.

The most likely scenario sees general manager Joe Schoen selecting either a top quarterback or a top wide receiver, but that’s not necessarily set in stone. They may surprise and take an offensive tackle or defensive player as well.

There are also trade options. Former Giants executive Marc Ross believes the team could trade up for a quarterback, but Bleacher Report’s Maurice Moton says they should actually trade down.

The Giants need a top-flight wide receiver and a promising young offensive lineman to compensate for Evan Neal’s lack of development. They may even consider a tight end as Darren Waller contemplates retirement.

Though Jones (knee) may not be ready for Week 1 of the upcoming season and team owner John Mara told reporters he won’t stop general manager Joe Schoen from drafting a quarterback, the Giants don’t have much offensively after losing running back Saquon Barkley in free agency.

Jones and (J.J.) McCarthy wouldn’t have enough around them if New York traded draft capital for the latter.

Also, note that Big Blue has six draft selections, and it may need more to overhaul the roster.

The Giants should trade down and pick up picks to bolster their offense rather than chase a rookie quarterback who will need a strong supporting cast. Perhaps On Day 2 of the draft, they can take a signal-caller to develop behind Jones and Drew Lock.

Many won’t like that argument but it’s based in reality. The Giants are remarkably thin in terms of game-changing offensive talent and have a greater short-term need at wide receiver than quarterback.

A trade-down would allow Schoen to land a top talent while still adding to their much-needed draft assets.

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