NFL Draft Analyst Identifies Potential Day 2 CB Targets for Giants

Daniel Jeremiah believes Avieon Terrell and Brandon Cisse could be good fits for New York's defense in the second round.

Feb. 26, 2026 at 11:39pm

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NFL.com draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah believes the New York Giants should consider Clemson's Avieon Terrell and South Carolina's Brandon Cisse as potential second-round picks to address their need at cornerback. Jeremiah highlighted the strengths of both prospects, noting Terrell's versatility to play both outside and in the slot, as well as Cisse's elite speed and explosiveness.

Why it matters

The Giants have a pressing need at cornerback with the potential departures of Cor'Dale Flott and Deonte Banks. Finding quality cornerbacks in the second round could be crucial for the Giants to improve their secondary and support their young quarterback Jaxson Dart.

The details

Jeremiah believes Avieon Terrell of Clemson and Brandon Cisse of South Carolina would be good fits for the Giants in the second round. Terrell, a junior-eligible, has played over 1,500 snaps outside and in the slot, allowing just 52.3% completion rate and recording 3 interceptions and 17 pass breakups. Cisse, also a junior-eligible, has played mostly outside but has experience in the slot as well, allowing a 51.8% completion rate and 2 interceptions with 10 pass breakups.

  • Jeremiah made these comments during a pre-combine conference call on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

The players

Daniel Jeremiah

NFL.com draft analyst who provided insights on potential Day 2 cornerback prospects for the Giants.

Avieon Terrell

Junior-eligible cornerback from Clemson who has played over 1,500 snaps outside and in the slot, with a 52.3% completion rate allowed and 3 interceptions.

Brandon Cisse

Junior-eligible cornerback from South Carolina who has played mostly outside but also has experience in the slot, allowing a 51.8% completion rate and recording 2 interceptions.

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What they’re saying

“Avieon Terrell is a playmaker. I mentioned him as someone who plays inside. I think he can play outside as well. He does both there in college, but is really high on the nickel board.”

— Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com Draft Analyst

“Cisse from South Carolina – super explosive. He might run in the 4.2s. He's got a lot of juice there.”

— Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com Draft Analyst

What’s next

The Giants will have to evaluate Terrell, Cisse, and other potential Day 2 cornerback options as they prepare for the upcoming NFL Draft, where they hold the 5th overall pick and a second-round selection at #37.

The takeaway

With the Giants facing uncertainty at cornerback, finding talented prospects like Avieon Terrell and Brandon Cisse in the second round could be crucial to improving their secondary and supporting young quarterback Jaxson Dart.