Wed Mar 19 10:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Giants Projected to Draft Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders at No. 3 in Mel Kiper’s Mock Draft
**NEW YORK, NY** – ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has released his latest post-free agency NFL mock draft, and it features a surprising pick for the New York Giants: Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders at number three. Kiper’s projections are based on inside league sources.
While the Titans are predicted to select quarterback Cam Ward first overall, and the Browns are expected to draft edge rusher Abdul Carter second, Kiper believes the Giants will address their long-term quarterback needs by selecting Sanders. Even if the Giants sign veteran quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers or Russell Wilson, Kiper argues that drafting Sanders provides crucial depth and a future franchise player. The veteran quarterbacks would mentor Sanders, reducing pressure and allowing for a smoother transition.
Sanders boasts impressive statistics, including a 74% completion rate in 2024 and a remarkable 64 touchdown passes over the last two seasons, despite facing a high number of sacks. Kiper highlights Sanders’ accuracy and toughness as key attributes. The selection would bring a level of quarterback stability to the Giants not seen since the Eli Manning era.
Kiper’s prediction aligns with the sentiment of ESPN’s Valentine, who suggests this scenario is entirely plausible. The draft, therefore, could see a significant shift in the Giants’ future at the quarterback position.
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