The New York Giants made a headline-grabbing trade on Thursday afternoon that promises to add depth and athleticism to their defense. Despite having an open slot for a starting linebacker next to Bobby Okereke, and with second-year talents like Micah McFadden and Darrian Beavers still under development, the Giants opted to inject some raw talent into the mix.
They traded a mere seventh-round pick and absorbed just $1 million of former Arizona Cardinals’ first-round pick Isaiah Simmons’ salary for the 2023 season. Although Simmons has fallen short of the high expectations since his NFL entry, he comes packed with untapped potential and unparalleled athleticism—assets the Giants defense aims to capitalize on.