The New York Giants will likely head into 2026 with Jaxson Dart as their starting quarterback.
Though New York could opt to select a quarterback in April's draft, Dart has shown promise in his rookie campaign this season, and moving on from the 2025 No. 24 overall pick after just one year would be complete malpractice from the Giants. Dart has completed 63.5% of his passes for 2,042 yards with 13 touchdowns and five interceptions in 11 starts.
New York's offseason focus should be to surround Dart with as much talent as possible. That said, Bleacher Nation's Patrick K. Flowers predicts the Giants will give Dart a new weapon by using their first-round pick on Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate.
Here is what Flowers had to say about Tate and his fit in New York.
"A smooth, reliable separator with strong hands and route discipline. Tate gives the Giants a technician who can win on schedule and move the chains."
Tate is a dynamic playmaker who could be a difference-maker at the next level. As the WR2 opposite Jeremiah Smith in 2025, Tate tallied 51 receptions for 875 yards and nine touchdowns.
The Giants are currently slated to have the No. 2 overall pick in April's draft. Though using that high of a selection on Tate would be a risk, it's a gamble New York could take. The offense was incredibly stagnant this season, and Tate would provide an intriguing blend of explosiveness and route-running savvy to the unit.
In order to give Dart the best possible chance for success in 2026, the Giants must invest heavily in his supporting cast. Selecting Tate with their first-round choice would certainly be a massive investment in Dart and the offense.
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