The New York Giants surprised the world when they made Ohio State linebacker Arvel Reese the fifth overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. While Reese is a linebacker first, many projected him to become primarily a pass-rusher at the next level. Thus, many assumed that the Giants would try to trade the team’s third pass-rusher, Kayvon Thibodeaux.
Still, this may not happen. However, that doesn’t mean Giants general manager Joe Schoen didn’t try during draft weekend.
according to athleticAccording to Dan Duggan, the Giants actually made a field trade call about Thibodaux on draft weekend. But they were reportedly asking for a second-round pick in exchange for the fifth overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.
“However, according to a league source, the Saints were the team most interested in trading for Thibodaux. The problem was that the sides were not close to potential compensation. The Saints’ best offer was believed to be a fourth-round pick (No. 132), while the Giants were seeking a second-round pick – the Saints had the 42nd selection. The Saints moved on, instead, for defensive end Tyree Wilson and a seventh-round pick. Sent to the Raiders.
The Athletic on Giants’ Kevon Thibodeaux trade talks
Thibodeaux is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Chances are, he’ll be looking for a bigger playing opportunity once he hits the open market next season. Perhaps the Giants will revisit trade talks before the 2026 season trade deadline passes, but for now, they prefer the possibility of receiving a compensatory pick if Thibodaux departs as a free agent.
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