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Giants Snag Tennessee CB Hood at No. 37
25 Apr
Summary
- The Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood with the 37th pick.
- Houston traded up to select defensive tackle Kayden McDonald before the Giants.
- Hood will compete for a cornerback spot in the Giants' defense.
The New York Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood with the 37th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. This move occurred shortly after the Houston Texans acquired the 36th overall pick from the Las Vegas Raiders to select defensive tackle Kayden McDonald, a prospect believed to be a target for the Giants.
Following the departure of Dexter Lawrence via trade, the Giants aimed to address defensive line needs, potentially considering players like Christen Miller or Denzel Boston. However, with cornerback also identified as a pressing need due to competition concerns, Hood was ultimately chosen. The 5-foot-11⅝, 193-pound cornerback is expected to integrate into the Giants' aggressive defensive scheme under coordinator Dennard Wilson.
The Giants' draft selections include Arvell Reese (OLB) in Round 1 and Francis Mauigoa (OL) in Round 2. The draft continues with Rounds 4-7 on Saturday, April 25, starting at 12 p.m. ET, broadcast on NFL Network, ESPN, and ABC.
