Giants GM: Positional Value Ignored in Draft

The seemingly endless mock draft season is nearing its end, with the Giants preparing to make their draft selections. This year's draft is notable for a lack of clear blue-chip prospects, prompting questions about whether the team will prioritize the best available player or address specific positional needs.

General Manager Joe Schoen clarified the team's approach, stating their preference is for the best available player to align with a positional need. However, he emphasized that the team will stack their draft board and select the best player available, citing last year's decision to draft Abdul Carter despite existing strength at outside linebacker.

Schoen also acknowledged that the Giants, like much of the league, may be setting aside traditional notions of positional value for this draft. He explained that the compensation for top draft picks might not align with typical market values for certain positions this year, leading them to focus on acquiring the best talent irrespective of position to optimize their roster.