New York Giants 2006 NFL Draft Day Rumors: The first three rounds of the 2006 NFL Draft begin today at noon. Some of the rumors circulating in the New York/New Jersey papers with respect to the Giants include:
- The Star-Ledger: Based on an unidentified source, the paper says the Giants are interested in WR Chad Jackson (Florida), LB Bobby Carpenter (Ohio State), CB Antonio Cromartie (Florida State), CB Johnathan Joseph (South Carolina), and HB Laurence Maroney (Minnesota) in the first round. The Ledger predicts the pick will be Maroney.
- The New York Post: The paper says the Giants will not take a left tackle or running back in the first round unless all other options are gone. The Post believes the Giants are most likely to draft a linebacker, cornerback, or wide receiver.
- The Daily News: Based on an unidentified source, the paper says the Giants would prefer to draft a defensive player at linebacker, cornerback, or defensive tackle, but could select a wide receiver, left tackle, or halfback if other options are gone.