Those two decisions have done a couple things, however. It has sped up the rebuild, but also opened a window to contend that doesn't line up with the roster. Carroll is 73 and Smith is 34, which likely means they aren't long-term solutions for the silver and black.

The New York Giants called the names of seven players over three days at the 2025 NFL draft beginning with Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter and ending with Oklahoma State cornerback Korie Black. General manager Joe Schoen has already begun to receive high praise for his draft haul from a value standpoint.