Trending Now - Giants Stay Committed to Francis Mauigoa Despite Draft Offers

WHO:

Heavy NFL - The New York Giants, Caleb Downs, Dallas Cowboys, Joe Schoen, Dan Graziano

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - The New York Giants opted to select Francis Mauigoa in the draft instead of Caleb Downs.

NY Post - An unidentified team made a trade offer to the Giants on draft night.

WHERE:

NY Post - The trade offer was made to Joe Schoen, the general manager of the New York Giants.

WHY:

Heavy NFL - The Giants were reportedly very interested in Caleb Downs but chose to pass on him.

HOW:

NY Post - The draft-night video from the in-house production “Giants Life” captured the trade offer being made.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 21:24 UTC)

In a surprising move, the New York Giants opted to select Francis Mauigoa in the draft instead of the highly regarded Caleb Downs, despite their reported interest in him. On draft night, an unidentified team made a trade offer to Joe Schoen, the general manager of the Giants, which was captured on video by the in-house production “Giants Life.” This decision has sparked discussions among fans and analysts alike about the Giants' strategy moving forward.