With Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders off the board with the first two picks in this 2025 NFL Mock Draft, the New York Giants found themselves in a unique position at No. 3. Without a clear top quarterback available, general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll chose a bold path — stacking premium talent in the secondary while taking a calculated swing on a high-upside QB later in the draft.
New York Giants 3-Round Mock Draft: Exploring Potential Picks at Quarterback and Cornerback
Round 1, Pick 3: Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
The Giants grab the most electric player in the draft with the No. 3 pick. Travis Hunter is a rare two-way prospect who could make an impact at both cornerback and wide receiver, though New York likely sees his long-term future on defense. Hunter brings elite ball skills, unmatched versatility, and top-tier athleticism to a secondary in desperate need of playmakers. He instantly becomes the face of a young and reenergized defense.
Round 2, Pick 34: Shavon Revel, CB, East Carolina
Despite adding Hunter, the Giants double down at cornerback with the selection of Shavon Revel early in Round 2. At 6-foot-2 with length, instincts, and physicality, Revel is widely regarded as the third-best corner in this class behind Hunter and Michigan’s Will Johnson. This pairing gives New York a dynamic duo at one of the game’s most valuable positions — something that could define the next era of Giants defense.
Round 3, Pick 65: Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
With no QB taken in the first two rounds, the Giants address their biggest need by selecting Ole Miss signal-caller Jaxson Dart early in Round 3. Dart is a confident passer with plus athleticism and experience in a pro-style offense. While he may not carry the elite projection of a top-five quarterback, he gives the Giants a developmental option with intriguing tools to grow under Brian Daboll’s guidance.
Round 3, Pick 99: Anthony Belton, OT, North Carolina State
To close out their top-100 haul, the Giants add depth and long-term upside to their offensive line with the selection of Anthony Belton. A powerful tackle with ideal size and movement skills, Belton gives New York flexibility and competition at a position that has struggled with consistency in recent years.
Final Thoughts
The Giants opted for a best-player-available approach early and found themselves with two of the draft’s top defensive backs in Travis Hunter and Shavon Revel. Jaxson Dart might not be a Day 1 starter, but he represents a low-risk, high-upside shot at stabilizing the quarterback position. Anthony Belton adds value in the trenches and could develop into a reliable starter. While some may question bypassing a quarterback early, New York walks away from this mock with a balanced, high-ceiling draft class built for long-term success.
