There was much belief the Giants would draft a wide receiver at No. 25 overall. Especially when each of the top four in the class lasted until No. 20.
But after the top names came off the board consecutively from picks 20-23, the Giants pivoted to their other major need: cornerback. And following a trade-up that saw Big Blue give Jacksonville the No. 25, 160, and 240 selections, GM Joe Schoen took Maryland cornerback Deonte Banks.
It was understandable to desire a receiver or tight end in this draft to add to the various offensive acquisitions already made this offseason.