The New York Giants were armed with two picks in the top 10 of the 2026 NFL Draft, and the new regime led by head coach John Harbaugh showed its focus on the trenches on both sides of the ball.

With the fifth overall pick, the Giants saw Ohio State star edge rusher Arvell Reese fall to them and they pulled the trigger, taking their third edge rusher in the first round since 2022.

Then, with the No. 10 overall pick, the Giants had the opportunity to take another Buckeyes defensive star, as safety Caleb Downs fell down the draft board. But it’s clear the Giants are protecting their future, quarterback Jaxson Dart, as they went offensive line with their next pick.

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Arvell Reese of Ohio State celebrates after being selected as the fifth overall pick by the New York Giants during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa., on April 23, 2026. (Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

Miami tackle Francis Mauigoa was called out of the NFL Draft green room in Pittsburgh as the No. 10 overall pick. While he played tackle with the Hurricanes, Mauigoa is expected to move to the offensive interior line.

The Giants re-signed Jermaine Eluemunor, who shined as the team’s right tackle in 2025, during free agency. He’s expected to remain in that role, but the Giants have question marks at guard, and there’s a belief Mauigoa can move inside.

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In some mock drafts entering Thursday, Reese was projected to go second overall to the New York Jets. But the Jets went with David Bailey out of Texas Tech instead.

From there, the Arizona Cardinals went with Jeremiyah Love, making him the highest-picked running back since the Giants took Saquon Barkley in 2018. The Tennessee Titans went with wide receiver Carnell Tate, the first Buckeyes player off the board, and Reese fell into their laps.

Giants receiver Malik Nabers, making an appearance on a draft show alongside Green Bay Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons, questioned where Reese would play considering Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux and Abdul Carter, the team’s No. 3 overall pick a year ago, play edge rusher.

But Harbaugh hinted at the plan to make Reese an inside linebacker – an area of need on the Giants’ defense. If that is the plan, Reese’s athleticism, which has been on display throughout his Ohio State career, will be tested at the NFL level.

Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected as the tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa., on April 23, 2026. (Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

As for Mauigoa, the 6-foot-5, 329-pound tackle was viewed as one of the top offensive line prospects in this draft throughout the process.

Mauigoa was a first-team All-American selection this past year for a Miami squad that reached the national championship game. He started all 16 games at right tackle for the Hurricanes.

There was, however, an injury question surrounding Mauigoa, as he has dealt with a back issue that may require surgery at some point in his pro career. Teams have their due diligence in these matters, and the Giants don’t seem to be concerned to spend the pick on him.

This was the 10th overall pick the Giants acquired after trading All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals last week, fulfilling his trade request amid a contract dispute.

Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese poses for a portrait during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on April 23, 2026. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

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Mauigoa already put himself in Giants fans’ good graces, saying during his draft interview, “I’ll die for you, Jaxson Dart.” That’s the type of energy Harbaugh, Dart and the rest of the Giants are looking for at an essential position on the football field.

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Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad dedicated Chennai Super Kings’ comprehensive 103-run victory to Mukesh Choudhary, who featured in the match despite the recent demise of his mother, as players wore black armbands in tribute during their clash against Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 33 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. “Pretty tough on him (Mukesh Choudhary), I would dedicate this win to him. All glory to him. Everyone chipped in and wanted to be there for him. Feels good (on the win),” Gaikwad said after the match.

CSK delivered a dominant all-round performance, posting a formidable 207/6 after opting to bat first. Sanju Samson led from the front with a magnificent unbeaten 101, while contributions across the batting order ensured the total crossed the 200-run mark.

In response, the Mumbai Indians struggled from the outset and were eventually bowled out for 104 in 19 overs. Akeal Hosein starred with the ball, picking up four wickets, while Noor Ahmad provided crucial support.

Speaking about the decision at the toss, Gaikwad revealed it was instinctive. “My gut feeling wanted me to bat first. Sanju and I said that it wasn’t coming on nicely.”

He credited the collective batting effort, highlighting the importance of small contributions. “Everyone chipped in really well. Even the 20s helped. Sanju played a magnificent knock and took us home,” he said.

“Mukesh to Quinton de Kock, that set the momentum. He started really well,” he added.

Praising the bowling unit and team balance, he added, “It’s a blessing to have Akeal and Noor. Everyone is settling. Everyone is calm and composed.”

Reflecting on the team’s approach and growing rhythm in the tournament, Gaikwad said, “We have been doing well; it’s just starting to click. We are trying to cover all the bases. We start from zero, it’s about assessing.”

Meanwhile, after the win, CSK have moved up to the fifth position in the points table with six points in seven matches. They will next face the Gujarat Titans on April 26.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

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Kris Lees will highlight a duo of gifted three-year-olds in his Anzac Day lineup at Randwick, following news that Lord Of Biscay takes his place in the Tamworth Cup.

Winner of the Provincial-Midway Championships Final, the gelding Lord Of Biscay leads early betting for Saturday’s First Australian Imperial Force Handicap (1500m), though Lees reveals he will journey to Tamworth a day ahead.

“It looks a nice race for him,” Lees said of the Tamworth Cup, which carries Big Dance eligibility.

Lees, riding high from an excellent autumn featuring Changingoftheguard’s long-shot success in the Sydney Cup, seeks to identify future stars in Night Agent and Cantiamo.

He elects to reduce Night Agent’s distance to 1400m in the Last Post Handicap on Saturday, interested in his level of form.

After two triumphs, the gelding debuts on Sydney Saturdays, having powered home by 10 lengths at a country meet on Beaumont and then claiming a 1500m midweek metro race at Hawkesbury.

“It was a Cessnock meeting, with all due respect,” Lees said of Night Agent’s win two starts ago.

“Still, he did it convincingly and won well. Then he went to a Hawkesbury metro and won well. He was just a little aggressive early and it took its toll late, although he still won.
“But we decided to drop him back to 1400. It’s probably a more appropriate distance at the moment.”

Cantiamo has been a firm favourite of Lees, who has entered her in stakes events repeatedly, including a brave sixth in her last start, the P J Bell Stakes (1200m).

In The Third Australian General Hospital Handicap (1200m) against more experienced mares, Lees tips her to dominate, with sights set on the Denise’s Joy Stakes (1200m) at Scone come May 16.

“That would be the plan if she runs well. It’s in three weeks so she can have a freshen and drop back in trip,” Lees said.

“We tried her in stakes company a few times and she has been competitive without winning. It’s a little drop back in grade and she is going really well.”

Valorous Power joins Night Agent but remains in adjustment phase per Lees, building fitness, as Zaphod and Kind Words pose credible dangers in the Anzac Day Cup (1800m).

Lees pins his greatest faith on the three-year-olds for victories.

“Cantiamo and Night Agent are two really nice horses and they’ll both run well,” he said.

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Salty Pearl stands out as the most resilient filly currently in training, handled by Ciaron Maher.

Having navigated a tough spring with Group 2 successes, the dependable filly pursues Group 1 riches in the Australasian Oaks (2000m) at Morphettville on Saturday.

Saturday’s effort will be her sixth this season, initiated in January atop a four-run spring lead-up.

She has handled rapid returns well in the past, yet this occasion introduces significant travel to prove her mettle.

Limited to Melbourne fixtures so far, Salty Pearl shipped to Sydney last time, securing third in the Group 1 Vinery Stud Stakes (2000m) at Rosehill on March 28, now en route to Adelaide four weeks hence for the Australasian Oaks.

Jack Turnbull, National Assistant Trainer at Ciaron Maher Racing, mentioned breaking the Adelaide haul with a Ballarat stop.

“It is hard to travel and maintain form, but she did it for Sydney and the question mark is whether she can back up in Adelaide,” Turnbull said.

“We can break the trip up by stopping over in Ballarat and then it’s only five hours from there, so it’s not a huge ask.

“She’s just a wonderful horse to train.

“She’s incredibly consistent. She doesn’t take any extra work to manage. She’s hardy to train, which is fantastic.

“She had a jump-out last week and ran a really good race in the Vinery, so she will head to the Oaks.”

Stablemate Paltrow Miss joins her in the Oaks, differing greatly in career starts.

The filly contests her mere fourth race Saturday, launching in New Zealand then Maher’s team, victorious first-up at Sandown and second at Caulfield subsequently.

“She’s obviously a lot less experienced, but profiles as a horse that warrants going over there,” Turnbull said.

“She still has a bit to learn, but she’s showing good ability.

“It will be tough for her, but she’s only three once, it’s the right time of year, so we’ll give her that chance.”

Craig Williams takes over on Paltrow Miss, while Ben Allen continues with Salty Pearl.

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In past seasons, Flemington’s Listed Anzac Day Stakes has unearthed quite a few useful racers.

The 1400m two-year-old feature has been won by the likes of Epimeles (2024), Tijuana (2022), Chaillot (2019), Vassilator (2017), Merchant Navy (2017), Long John (2013) and Confectioner (2003).

It provides perfect timing for an inexperienced galloper aiming to extend in trip distance and staying local rather than venturing interstate.

Grahame Begg’s charge Profligate is primed for just that, entering her sophomore start on Saturday en route to a spell for spring preparation.

On April 2, she triumphed at 1200m during her debut run at Pakenham.

“I wanted to give her another run before I turn her out and there really wasn’t another race to run her in,” Begg said.

“It’s not easy to win first-up at 1200 metres, let alone being your first start in a race, and to be truthful she wasn’t wound right up for it.

“She had jumped out well and showed us she was ready to go to the races and anything she did there was going to be a bonus.

“She was pretty raw but got the job done, so I thought ‘let’s roll the dice’ and run her over 1400 metres on Saturday on the big track, which will suit her, and there’s the added bonus of some Black Type.

“She can go for a break afterwards. It gives her a little bit more exposure and in previous years some nice horses have won it and gone on to do nice things.”

Profligate struck Begg as an understated filly set to develop physically, whom he termed a ‘big, tally leggy girl’.

“She’s a half-sister to Encap who ran third in the Doncaster last year and I liked her as a type, an athletic filly and she could develop into a spring filly, if we aim her right,” Begg said.

“I wouldn’t suggest she’s going to be a middle-distance horse, but she might be one to run up to a mile.

“You certainly don’t have to be running against the ones early in the spring as there’s plenty of options for a three-year-old in the spring, and the autumn which can then set them up as four-year-olds.”

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