One interesting selection was made by the New York Giants at pick No. 3, selecting Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter. There was speculation that New York might target a quarterback with their top pick, but the Giants would later trade into the No. 25 pick to take Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart.

Asked what number he'll wear with the New York Giants, edge rusher Abdul Carter said "56 sounds real good" but admitted that may not be possible.