Big Blue Wants Shedeur Sanders, But How Far Are They Willing to Go?
The New York Giants Need a Quarterback
The New York Giants need a quarterback and Shedeur Sanders is at the top of their list. General manager Joe Schoen has been somewhat enamored by the Colorado product in recent years, even going as far as preparing to draft him in the second or third round last year had he declared for the NFL Draft, per SNY’s Connor Hughes.
Pickings are Slim
Pickings are slim for the Giants this year, who hold the No. 3 pick in the 2025 selection process and are desperate to address their quarterback situation. After cutting Daniel Jones, they finished the season with Drew Lock, Tommy DeVito, and Tim Boyle. But a late Week 17 win destroyed their chances of getting the No. 1 overall pick, and with it, their choice of whichever quarterback they like, which appears to be Sanders at this point.
A Slim Draft Class
There are no consolation prizes, either. This year’s draft class is slim at the quarterback position with Sanders and Cam Ward leading the rest of the passing prospects by a significant margin.
Miss Out on Sanders?
Even at No. 3, it feels likely at this point that the Giants will miss out on both of those quarterbacks. The Tennessee Titans will move on from Will Levis with the No. 1 pick and the Cleveland Browns’ decision at No. 2 becomes tougher after Deshaun Watson ruptured his Achilles.
Trade Up for Sanders?
That leaves the Giants on the outside looking in, and if they really want Sanders, they would have to attempt to trade up into a top-two spot. The Browns are the team more likely to trade their pick. If they still believe in Watson after his recovery — they spent an awful lot of money on him to be their No. 1 man under center, after all — they have a chance to swap their No. 2 pick and acquire further draft capital in the process.
What Would the Giants Have to Give Up?
Such a move would deepen Cleveland’s pockets and allow them to take a standout talent at No. 3, whether that be Colorado’s Heisman Trophy-winning talent Travis Hunter or the imposing Penn State pass-rusher, Abdul Carter. The Giants would have to part with valuable assets — perhaps maybe even a first-round pick at the 2026 draft, too — but if Schoen truly believes that Sanders or even Ward could turn the franchise around, it is a risk worth taking.
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Conclusion
If the Giants want to land Shedeur Sanders, they will have to be willing to part with valuable assets and potentially trade up into a top-two spot. It’s a risk, but one that could pay off if Sanders can become the franchise quarterback they need. With the 2025 season just around the corner, it will be interesting to see how the Giants approach the draft and whether they are willing to go all in for Sanders.
FAQs
Q: Why is Shedeur Sanders a top target for the Giants?
A: Sanders has been a standout quarterback for Colorado, and General Manager Joe Schoen has been impressed by his talent and potential.
Q: Why are the Giants having trouble getting the No. 1 overall pick?
A: The Giants finished the season with a late Week 17 win, which destroyed their chances of getting the No. 1 overall pick.
Q: What are the Giants’ options if they can’t get Shedeur Sanders?
A: The Giants could potentially trade up into a top-two spot or settle for other quarterback prospects in the draft.
