The New York Giants have shown a clear pattern under Joe Schoen when it comes to drafting defense in the first round. It’s not about filling short-term holes — it’s about securing long-term playmakers. Whether it’s Kayvon Thibodeaux, Deonte Banks, or Abdul Carter, the focus has been athleticism, upside, and the ability to disrupt.
That same formula may steer them toward another defensive lineman next spring. And this one has a familiar pedigree. Clemson’s Peter Woods is already drawing buzz as a potential 2026 top pick, and if the G-Men find themselves in the market for future help up front, he’ll be impossible to ignore.