Giants Stun Fans by Trading Down—Land Surprise LSU Offensive Tackle in Bold Mock Draft Move!
In a move few saw coming, the New York Giants shook up the latest mock draft by trading down and selecting a standout offensive tackle from LSU — a strategy that’s drawing both praise and shock across the league.
After weeks of speculation that the Giants would stay put and target a playmaker on offense or a pass rusher on defense, general manager Joe Schoen flipped the script. The team traded back several spots in the first round, stockpiling additional draft capital in the process. But it was their choice with the new pick that truly caught fans and analysts off guard.
Instead of going for a more talked-about name, the Giants zeroed in on Lance Broussard, LSU’s powerful and polished offensive tackle who had quietly been climbing draft boards in recent weeks. While not a household name to casual fans, Broussard has been lauded by scouts for his elite footwork, pass protection skills, and high football IQ.
“People can call it a surprise, but we’ve had our eye on Lance for a while now,” Schoen said during a post-mock interview. “He’s a plug-and-play guy who brings toughness and leadership to the locker room. Trading down gave us flexibility, and we still landed our guy.”
The decision is already sparking debate across social media and sports talk shows. Some fans are thrilled the Giants addressed their long-standing need on the offensive line, while others question whether they passed up a potential star in favor of a “safe” pick.
Former Giants lineman and current analyst Shaun O’Hara weighed in on the move: “It’s a bold play. Not flashy, but it’s the kind of pick that builds a foundation. Protecting the quarterback has been an issue for years — this could be the start of fixing that.”
With the draft just around the corner, this shakeup is a reminder that the Giants are willing to think outside the box. Whether this gamble pays off remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the Giants are playing by their own rules.