Yes, another scenario to consider

ESPN draft analysts Mel Kiper and Field Yates have combined for a three-round mock draft in which they alternated selections. The New York Giants end up with a wide receiver at No. 6 in Round 1 and a quarterback via trade in Round 2. Let’s see how it played out.

Round 1 (No. 6) — Malik Nabers, WR, LSU

Yates made this pick after Kiper engineered a trade at No. 5 allowing the Minnesota Vikings to move up and select J.J. McCarthy, the fourth quarterback off the board.

Yates writes:

A trade up was contemplated, but a prohibitive price made such a move less appealing, and Nabers’ explosive traits would be such a welcome addition to the Giants’ offense. His ability to stress defenses both vertically and after the catch makes him one of the best players in the class.

Valentine’s View: An absolutely realistic scenario and a fine selection. The Giants may want to move up, but they can’t compete with the three first-round picks the Vikings can offer (Nos. 11 and 23 this year and a first-rounder in 2025).

Round 2 (No. 38) — Bo Nix, QB, Oregon

The Giants trade up from No. 47 with the Tennessee Titans, a move orchestrated by Yates.

• Giants get: Nos. 38 and 146
• Titans get: Nos. 47 and 70

Michael Penix Jr. went off the board to the Los Angeles Rams at No. 33, with the Rams trading up with the Carolina Panthers to make that happen. The Giants, with questions about their future at quarterback, make the move for Nix.

Yates writes:

One of the top six QBs is falling here, and the Giants might have to get ahead of other teams to get him ... Nix’s accuracy and processing speed should translate well to the NFL, and he would give New York yet another option under center.

Valentine’s View: Again, a realistic and understandable move. How you feel about Nix is up to you, but whether they will admit it or not the Giants need to come out of this draft with another option at quarterback.