November 4, 2025<\/a><\/p>\nThat record put the Giants in somewhat of a tricky spot at the deadline. Obviously, a 2-7 team wouldn\u2019t traditionally be buyers at the trade deadline. However, the embattled regime of GM Joe Schoen and coach Brian Daboll needs to win to keep their jobs for a fifth season. And sure, finding help for Dart is a nice idea, in theory, but the reality is this is still a team without any realistic playoff hopes. They couldn\u2019t afford to break the bank for anyone, and, unsurprisingly, the price to land a top talent who would fit the long-term outlook was rich. SNY\u2019s Connor Hughes reported that the Miami Dolphins were looking for a first-round pick in exchange for WR Jaylen Waddle, who probably made the most sense for the Giants of the receivers considered to be available at the deadline.<\/p>\n
But for the Giants, sitting at 2-7, that 2026 first-round pick is on track to be a top-10 selection. So, while the idea of supporting Dart with a new receiving threat had merit, it didn\u2019t really make sense to mortgage the future, either. It\u2019s also worth mentioning that if ownership is thinking about making a change at GM and head coach, it probably doesn\u2019t make sense to allow the current regime to part with significant draft capital on their way out the door.<\/p>\n
On the other end of the spectrum, when it came to selling notable assets, that never seemed likely, either. Again, Schoen and Daboll need to win, so moving on from a player like Kayvon Thibodeaux didn\u2019t make much sense. The Athletic\u2019s Dianna Russini reported that the Giants told inquiring teams the cost for Thibodeaux would be a first-round pick \u2014 a sign they weren\u2019t seriously entertaining the idea of trading him.<\/p>\n
Even parting with some less notable pieces didn\u2019t materialize despite chatter leading into the deadline. Both offensive lineman Evan Neal and wide receiver Jalin Hyatt are still on New York\u2019s roster. Neal, a 2022 first-rounder, has endured a disappointing and frustrating career in New York. This offseason, he transitioned from tackle to guard but failed to earn a starting job in training camp. He was active for the first time all season this past Sunday (with numerous starters out due to injuries), but he didn\u2019t take a snap.<\/p>\n
\u201cI mean, that\u2019s out of my control,\u201d Neal said on Sunday when asked if New York was still a place he wanted to be. \u201cI was drafted here as the seventh overall pick. I\u2019m grateful and thankful for that. At this point, whatever happens come the deadline, I welcome it.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hyatt, meanwhile, has also struggled since the franchise traded up to select him in the third round of the 2023 draft. In six games this season, he\u2019s tallied just three receptions for 17 yards. On Sunday, he played a new role, serving as the Giants\u2019 kickoff returner. He averaged 27.8 yards on four returns.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhatever this team wants me to be, I\u2019ll be that,\u201d Hyatt said Sunday. \u201cWhatever happens, happens. \u2026 I love to be here. I love to make plays for this team. That\u2019s the biggest thing is I want to make plays. And to make plays, you got to be put in position to do that.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Giants will have to figure out how to use the players already in position for the remainder of the season. Next up is a road trip to Chicago on Sunday to face the 5-3 Bears.<\/p>\n