Giants Trade Up, Select Jaxson Dart at No. 25

The New York Giants traded back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft to select Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart with the 25th overall pick, amid speculation about internal divisions regarding the choice. General Manager Joe Schoen described the selection as an organizational decision, emphasizing collaboration between the front office and coaching staff, and refuted claims that head coach Brian Daboll was solely responsible or that the front office preferred Shedeur Sanders. The Giants reportedly shifted their focus to Dart after a disappointing pre-draft meeting with Sanders, who ultimately dropped to the fifth round. Coaches Brian Daboll, Mike Kafka, and Shea Tierney, all with strong quarterback development backgrounds, were especially convinced of Dart's potential, citing his toughness and SEC experience. Dart is set to develop behind veteran quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston, with the expectation that he will eventually assume a leading role. The ultimate success of the pick will depend on Dart's future performance.