NY Giants draft odds: Sonny Styles the betting favorite at pick No. 5

Diving into the odds for the most likely selections with the fifth pick in the draft.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:04am

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The 2026 NFL Draft is just over two weeks away, and the New York Giants hold the fifth overall pick. According to betting odds, Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles is the favorite to be selected by the Giants at that spot, with Ohio State safety Caleb Downs, Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate, and Miami offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa also among the top contenders.

Why it matters

The Giants have had a top-10 pick in each of the last three drafts, a sign that the team has struggled in recent seasons. Selecting the right player at No. 5 overall could be a key part of the team's rebuilding efforts as they look to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2022.

The details

The odds for the Giants' pick at No. 5 overall reflect the uncertainty of the draft after the first couple of selections. While Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is a heavy favorite to go No. 1 overall to the Raiders, and Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese is expected to be taken by the Jets at No. 2, the picks after that are wide open. The Giants could go in a number of directions, with Styles, Downs, Love, Tate, and Mauigoa all considered top contenders according to the betting odds.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft is just over two weeks away (April 24-26, 2026).
  • The odds referenced in the story were current as of April 7, 2026.

The players

Sonny Styles

An Ohio State linebacker who is the betting favorite to be selected by the Giants with the fifth overall pick.

Caleb Downs

An Ohio State safety who is also considered a top contender for the Giants' pick at No. 5.

Jeremiyah Love

A Notre Dame running back who is among the top prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Carnell Tate

An Ohio State wide receiver who is one of the highest-rated receivers in the 2026 draft class.

Francis Mauigoa

A Miami offensive tackle who is also considered a potential target for the Giants at No. 5 overall.

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What’s next

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place from April 24-26, 2026, and the Giants will be on the clock with the fifth overall pick. The team's final decision will likely come down to the players available at that spot and how they fit the team's needs.

The takeaway

The Giants have a crucial decision to make with the fifth overall pick, as they look to continue rebuilding their roster and return to the playoffs. The betting odds suggest Sonny Styles is the favorite, but the team could also opt for other top prospects like Caleb Downs, Jeremiyah Love, Carnell Tate, or Francis Mauigoa depending on how the draft unfolds ahead of them.