The quarterback landscape is getting interesting as Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders continues to gain traction leading up to the draft. While the New Orleans Saints remain the favorites to secure his services with the ninth overall pick, there’s a compelling storyline unfolding with the New York Giants that could impact his availability.
Recently, the Giants announced they would hold a private workout with Sanders, signaling their interest in the young quarterback. After adding veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston to their roster, the Giants now find themselves in a unique situation. Neither of these seasoned quarterbacks has a guaranteed long-term starting role, which leaves the door open for a potential franchise quarterback like Sanders.
While some analysts doubt that the Giants would select Sanders at the third pick, there’s a possibility they could trade down to snag him. As long as they don’t slide past the eighth pick, they’d be in a strong position to fend off any Saints’ attempts to jump ahead and take Sanders at No. 9.
The Giants could leverage the third pick as part of a trade to acquire key assets from a team looking to move up. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans appear poised to take former Miami quarterback Cam Ward, leaving the door open for the Giants to retain options with players they may covet, like cornerback/receiver Travis Hunter or edge rusher Abdul Carter. This could create an intriguing situation, where the Giants not only benefit from a valuable trade but also find themselves with the option to draft a dynamic talent still available.
Currently, the Saints hold a slight edge as the favorites at +100 to draft Sanders, with the Giants trailing at +250. As the draft approaches, keep an eye on these odds; they’re likely to shift based on the evolving narratives around both franchises and their quarterback strategies. The excitement is palpable, and whatever happens, one thing’s for sure—this draft is shaping up to be a thrilling spectacle for football fans.
