Giants Draft Mauigoa, Boosting Line with Stud Tackle

0:00On April 24th, the New York Giants grabbed two studs in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft last Thursday night. They took Ohio State Limebacker Arville Reese at number 5 overall, then snag Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigua at number 10. That 10th pick came from trading all pro nose tackle, Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bangles. Giants GM Joe Showin says they planned to slide Mauigua inside to guard right away. Though he can flex back to tackle, Showin raved about his tape against top rushers at Miami. Mauigua balled out as a three year starter at right tackle for the Hurricanes, earning consensus all American honors and the ACC's top blocker award. In 2025, he started every game over those seasons, led and snaps and helped Miami reach the national title game. Scouts love his massive frame at six foot five and a half, around three thirty pounds, with power to mall in the run game and a solid anchor.

1:01In pass pro, he's got high football IQ, good balance and versatility for different schemes, though he needs to clean up some leaning tendencies. Giants fans should be hyped. Mauigua looks like a day one starter who could anchor the line for years, pairing perfectly with Reese to rebuild that. Defense and offense up front. That's your update from NFL News Today, powered by AI.