Giants Draft Mauigoa for QB Protection

0:00On March 24th, the New York Giants sit at the 5th spot in the 2026 NFL Draft Order, meaning four prospects will go before they pick. In the latest mock from Pro Football Focus analyst, Jordan Plotcher, they grab Miami offensive tackle Frances Mauigua right there at number 5. Teens like the Las Vegas Raiders, New York Jets, Arizona Cardinals, and Tennessee Titans hold the top four selections, but plenty of top talent should. Still be on the board for Big Blue no matter how that shakes out. Mauigua would give quarterback Jackson Dart better protection in the pocket, cutting down on scrambles and helping his long-term growth. At 6 foot 5 and 329 pounds, this 20-year-old brings a massive presence to the line. His 20-25 stats back it up, with just two sacks allowed, four quarterback hits, and nine hurries over 557. Pass blocking snaps. He also posted only 10 total pressures for the year. Mobility,

1:00quick feet, and smart play make him versatile enough for tackle or guard, positioning the Giants nicely as they build around their young, signal caller heading into draft season. From around the league, powered by AI, this is NFL News Today.