Giants Pass on Downs, Cowboys Snag Him

In the 2026 NFL Draft, the New York Giants passed on Ohio State safety Caleb Downs, opting for linebacker Arvell Reese and offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa instead. This decision left fans puzzled, as Downs was hailed as a potential Hall of Famer by coach John Harbaugh. The Giants strategy was to use one top-ten pick on offense to protect quarterback Jaxson Dart, with Reese filling the defensive need early. Now, Giants fans face Downs twice a year in divisional matchups, while the team builds around their young QB and hopes Reese delivers.

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