Giants video reveals Detroit Lions attempting a huge trade up in 2026 NFL Draft

The New York Giants released a behind-the-scenes draft video showing the Detroit Lions pursued a significant trade up in the 2026 NFL Draft’s second round. With the Giants set to pick 37th overall, Lions general manager Brad Holmes reportedly offered three future picks—Round 4, Pick 18 (118th overall), Round 4, Pick 28 (128th overall), and Round 5, Pick 17 (157th overall)—alongside their 50th overall pick to move up 13 spots. The Lions ultimately executed a smaller trade, moving from 50th to 44th using their second fourth-round pick (128th overall) to secure Michigan edge defender Derrick Moore. Holmes later confirmed Moore was his top-rated defensive end entering the round, describing him as their No. 1 target despite being a lower-ranked prospect for other teams. Had the Giants agreed to the trade, Detroit would have lost picks that later selected Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder (118th) and Arizona State cornerback Keith Abney (157th). Instead, the Giants prioritized Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood, who remained available at 37th overall, and declined the trade. The Lions saved two draft picks by waiting seven spots to trade up, securing Moore without sacrificing additional future selections. The video highlights the high-stakes negotiations that often unfold behind the scenes during NFL Draft events.