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Talking to several coaches around the NFL right now ... they are STUNNED the #Giants got what the...

By Connor Hughes

Posted April 19, 2026

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Connor Hughes is a veteran NFL reporter for SNY, specializing in New York Giants coverage with deep insider access to players, coaches, and front office sources. His style is straightforward and analytical, often sharing anonymous quotes from league insiders to provide unique perspectives. He is highly credible within the Giants beat, known for accurate reporting on team moves and evaluations.

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The post reveals that multiple NFL coaches are stunned by the New York Giants' decision to draft Dexter Lawrence at No. 10 overall, deeming him a very good but not elite player worth that high pick. Concerns include his age at the time of the draft, injury history, conditioning issues, need for limited snaps to maximize production, and his limitation to one position. Despite these critiques, Hughes notes it as a great return for the Giants, highlighting Lawrence's subsequent impact amid the team's ongoing struggles.

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This post is trending amid the Giants' disastrous 2025 season, marked by firings of head coach Brian Daboll, defensive coordinator Shane Bowen, and others after repeated collapses and poor performance. The timing aligns with 'Black Monday' coaching changes and fan frustration, resurfacing past draft debates as Dexter Lawrence remains a defensive standout. It fuels discussions on team management decisions during their rebuild.

💡Fun Facts

1Dexter Lawrence was drafted 17th overall by the Giants in 2019, not 10th as some recall, yet has become a Pro Bowl force.
2Giants' 2025 season saw 11 straight road losses and a .336 winning percentage under Daboll before his firing.
3Lawrence's snap count is managed due to his size (6'4", 342 lbs), optimizing his pass-rush dominance.
4Connor Hughes frequently breaks Giants news, including recent coaching staff shakeups like Bryan Cox's dismissal.
5NFL 'Black Monday' in December 2025 led to six head coaching openings, amplifying Giants scrutiny.