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J.C. Davis is quietly becoming Giants’ biggest steal of the 2026 Draft

The New York Giants are getting more than they expected out of rookie offensive tackle J.C. Davis.

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 2:28 PM
J.C. Davis is quietly becoming Giants’ biggest steal of the 2026 Draft
Key Things to Know
  • Michael Haney argues sixth-round rookie J.C. Davis is quietly emerging as the New York Giants' biggest 2026 draft steal.
  • Davis stepped in for Andrew Thomas in Week 6, allowing zero pressures on 25 snaps against New Orleans.
  • During the preseason, Davis surrendered just one pressure across 89 pass-blocking snaps to secure an active roster spot.
The Story in 60 Seconds

GMEN HQ's Michael Haney argues that sixth-round offensive tackle J.C. Davis is emerging as the New York Giants' biggest steal from the 2026 NFL Draft. Originally expected to be a developmental project, the rookie from Illinois has quickly established himself as a reliable backup option on the offensive line.

Davis stepped in for the injured Andrew Thomas in Week 6 against the New Orleans Saints, allowing zero pressures across 25 snaps at left tackle. He also yielded just one pressure over 89 pass-blocking snaps during the preseason, solidifying his role on the roster.

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