Giants Draft Carter, Trade Up for Dart

The New York Giants selected Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and traded up to draft Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart at No. 25. Dart, who broke Eli Manning's Ole Miss passing records, joins a franchise with a tradition of notable Ole Miss quarterbacks, including Manning and Charlie Conerly. Manning welcomed Dart with a video message, while analysts see Dart's style as more similar to Jalen Hurts. Head coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen highlighted Dart's leadership and plan for him to develop behind veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston. The Giants' close scouting of Dart was influenced by Schoen's daughter attending Ole Miss. Carter's selection has sparked debate over whether he should wear Lawrence Taylor's retired No. 56 jersey.