Mel Kiper Mock: Giants Pick Love 5th Overall

0:00It's April 3rd, NFL News Today starts now, AI-powered and game-ready. I'm Cory with the story. ESPN draft guru Mel Kuiper Jr. dropped his latest three-round mock for the 2026 NFL draft, and he has Notre Dame running back, Jeremiah. Love going fifth overall to the New York Giants. That's a big deal since Kuiper usually stays away from early picks on running backs, but he sees love as a game-changer who can boost their whole. Love stands six-speed tall, weighs 212 pounds, and lit up the field last year with 1,652 scrimmage yards, and 21 touchdowns. His 4.36 second 40 yard dash shows elite speed, and he's not just a rusher. He catches passes and breaks big plays like Jameer. Gibbs, the Giants have shown serious interest, hosting love for a top 30 visit, meeting him at the NFL Combine, and even sending scouts to his Notre Dame. Gaines. Head coach John Harbaw called him a very good player, and they're all about taking the

1:03best guy available no matter the position. League sources like Todd McShay say the Giants are among the top teams chasing love in the top 10 picks. With quarterback Jackson Dart leading and veteran Cam Skatebo in a run-heavy setup, love could add that explosive spark they've been missing. Kipers move signals love stock is rising fast as a true impact talent who transcends the running back label, setting up the Giants for a potential offensive lead.