Joe Schoen’s draft history opens a trade conversation Giants can’t ignore

Writer Michael Haney argues that New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen should leverage late-round draft picks to acquire veteran contributors at the trade deadline. Despite leading the NFC East heading into Week 8, the Giants sit in a delicate spot between contending and rebuilding. Haney contends that Schoen's historical struggles with sixth- and seventh-round draft selections make parting with future day-three picks a low-risk strategy.

From 2022 to 2025, only tight end Thomas Fidone remains on New York's active roster among Schoen's late-round selections. The article suggests the Giants pursue affordable expiring veterans on struggling teams, specifically highlighting Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Grover Stewart and Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Donte Jackson as potential targets to support a playoff run.