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If they have a choice, which one should the Giants draft?
The New York Giants are in an advantageous position with the third overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Tennessee Titans hold the first pick in the draft, and odds suggest that Miami quarterback Cam Ward will find a home in Nashville, leaving one of Colorado phenom Travis Hunter and Penn State edge Abdul Carter as possible selections for the Giants at three.
Of course, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders is also in the conversation for New York. Nevertheless, the Giants may forgo selecting Sanders in the first round and possibly add one of two blue-chip prospects.
Drafting Abdul Carter would arguably give New York the best pass rush in the NFL. Brian Burns and Carter are screaming off the edge, Dexter Lawrence pushing the pocket, and Kayvon Thibodeaux inside as a NASCAR rusher, which is just one of many unique and dangerous combinations at Bowen’s disposal.
Micah Parsons did attend Penn State and wore number 11, but the comparisons are still apt, albeit lofty. Bowen’s simulated pressure package of four rushers — coupled with his twist game — would strike fear into the souls of every offensive line coach. Carter and Burns are plenty fluid enough to navigate space. The options are endless.
Then there’s Travis Hunter — an A+ character kid with All-Pro upside at cornerback and wide receiver. Few players possess Hunter's overall movement skills. Pairing him with Malik Nabers — even if in limited offensive packages — would give Brian Daboll’s offense immense upside. Hunter could also quickly develop into the Giants’ cornerback one if Tae Banks’ development declines.
Here are my scouting reports on both players:
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