Giants Must Make "Historic" Offer to Land No. 1 Draft Pick

The New York Giants are unlikely to select a quarterback with the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Cam Ward is the expected No. 1 overall pick, likely to be taken by the Tennessee Titans.

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The Giants would need to make a “historic offer” to have a shot at trading up for Cam Ward.

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Dianna Russini emphasized that no sources suggest the Titans are bluffing to bait the Giants.

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Ward going to the Titans appears to be a solid, widely accepted prediction.

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The Giants addressed the quarterback position in free agency by signing Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston.

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A “historic trade” likely involves multiple first-round picks, a cost too high for the Giants.

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The Giants are planning for a possible long-term quarterback solution in the 2026 draft.

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New York's win over the Colts in Week 17 cost them a higher draft position, which may be a lingering regret.

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Though Cam Ward is seen as a great fit, the Giants accept that acquiring him is unrealistic due to timing and draft position.

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