The Jets sent picks 38 and 146 to the Giants to move up two…
The Jets sent picks 38 and 146 to the Giants to move up two spots for Breece Hall at No. 36. Hall became a centerpiece of the Jets offense, recovering from a major rookie knee injury to produce multiple high-volume seasons and eventually top 1,000 rushing yards. The Giants used No. 146 on Micah McFadden and later moved No. 38 in another trade. New York's NFC team received good value, but Hall became the best player.
New York Giants Received
- pick 2022 2nd round pick (38th overall subsequently traded, Arnold Ebiketie )
- pick 2022 5th round pick (146th overall, Micah McFadden)
New York Jets Received
- pick 2022 2nd round pick (36th overall, Breece Hall)
Trade Analysis
What Changed Hands
The Jets traded picks No. 38 and No. 146 to the Giants for No. 36 early in the second round of the 2022 draft. The Jets immediately selected Iowa State running back Breece Hall. The Giants used No. 146 on linebacker Micah McFadden and subsequently traded No. 38 in another draft-day move. This was a small two-slot jump, but the extra fifth-round pick gave the Giants meaningful compensation for allowing their cross-town rival to secure its preferred player.
Why the Jets Came Out Ahead
Hall became the deal's defining player. He showed explosive three-down ability immediately, returned from a serious rookie knee injury, and remained the focal point of the Jets' backfield. His combination of rushing and receiving production gave New York an offensive weapon with far more impact than the typical second-round selection. By 2025 he had produced a 1,000-yard rushing season, reinforcing that the Jets did not merely trade up for potential; they landed a long-term featured player.
How the Giants Fared
The Giants' return was good enough to keep the grade gap small. McFadden developed into a productive linebacker and gave the team inexpensive defensive snaps from the extra fifth-rounder. The Giants also retained value by moving No. 38 again rather than forcing a selection. That downstream transaction should be judged separately, but the ability to trade the pick confirms that the Giants received real draft leverage. Their side was efficient even without landing the best individual player.
Final Verdict
The Jets earn an A and the Giants a B+. The Giants were paid fairly to move down two spots and found a useful defender with the extra pick. The Jets still win because Hall became the most valuable player directly tied to the exchange and justified the aggressive move with sustained offensive production. This is a strong trade for both teams, with the star outcome giving the Jets the edge.