Giants Draft Picks Divide Players, Fans

0:00It's April 24th, I'm Corey with The Story, and this is NFL News Today, your AI-powered football briefing. Giants fans and draft experts are buzzing about Big Blue's first round in the 2026 NFL draft. They snagged Ohio State Linebacker Arville Reese at number 5, and Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa at number 10. Folks around the league say these picks fill key needs on defense and the line. Meanwhile, Giants-wide receiver Malik Neighbors wasn't feeling it during Bleacher reports draft stream. He shrubbed off Reese, pointing out they already drafted Ed rusher Abdul Carter last year in a similar spot. Neighbors figured the second they needed help after trading defensive tackle dexter Lawrence. Neighbors stayed stone faced on Mauigoa too, questioning if the guy fits at guard since they have tackles locked in. Packer star Michael Parsons even called him out, saying he looked pissed. First kept harping on wanting a playmaker back there instead. Then it got worse when the Cowboys traded up to number 11 for Ohio State's safety, Caleb

1:03Downs. The guy neighbors was rooting for. He jumped up yelling he'd rather have Downs than face him twice a year in the division. Called him versatile. Everywhere on tape, nickel, safety, even blitzing. This split vibe shows the tension between front office moves and player wishes. But those picks could still pay off if Reese and Mauigoa ball out next, season.