NFL.com Projects Giants’ Picks in Four-Round Mock Draft
We are now under a month from the 2026 NFL Draft. Mock draft talk has accelerated as free agency winds down.
Filmogaz.com covered Chad Reuter’s recent four-round mock draft. In it, Reuter slots Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love to the Giants at No. 5 overall.
Draft context and rationale
Reuter’s projection follows the first two weeks of free agency. He produced projections across the first four rounds.
Filmogaz.com projects the Giants’ picks in a four-round mock draft, noting New York could also target a defensive back. Reuter observed coach John Harbaugh might favor a player like Caleb Downs. Still, Love’s explosiveness could be irresistible.
Jeremiyah Love — measurables and college output
Love checks in at 6-foot, 212 pounds. He burst onto the scene as a sophomore in 2024.
- 2024: 1,125 rushing yards, 17 touchdowns on 163 carries.
- 2024: 6.9 yards per carry, 28 receptions for 237 yards, two receiving TDs.
- Notre Dame reached the 2024 National Championship, falling to Ohio State.
- 2025: 1,372 rushing yards, 18 touchdowns, 6.9 yards per carry in 12 games.
- 2025: 27 receptions for 280 yards and three receiving TDs.
- Awards: Unanimous All-American and the Doak Walker Award.
Explosive traits and fit
Scouts highlight Love’s top-end speed on outside runs. He threatens to turn the corner and score long touchdowns.
Evaluators praise his agility and elusiveness. His spin move and sudden change of direction create big-play opportunities.
Analyst rankings and scouting notes
Daniel Jeremiah places Love near the top of his prospect list, ranking him No. 2 in a recent top 50. Jeremiah emphasizes Love’s receiving skills and route running.
Analysts say Love catches the ball cleanly and runs routes like a wide receiver. They add he is willing and aware in pass protection.
Overall, evaluators call him a playmaker who can expand an offense immediately. That upside explains why Reuter views him as a strong candidate for the Giants’ first-round selection.
