NFL Trade Verdict

The Giants traded picks No. 89 and No. 128 to the Rams on…

The Giants traded picks No. 89 and No. 128 to the Rams on April 28, 2023, moving up to No. 73 for wide receiver Jalin Hyatt. Los Angeles used the return on defensive tackle Kobie Turner and quarterback Stetson Bennett. Hyatt produced limited receiving output through 2025, while Turner became a high-volume defensive starter, giving the Rams the best player and another draft asset.

Los Angeles Rams Received

New York Giants Received

Trade Analysis

What Changed Hands

On April 28, 2023, New York moved from No. 89 to No. 73 to select Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt. The Giants also sent the Rams pick No. 128. Los Angeles used No. 89 on defensive tackle Kobie Turner and No. 128 on quarterback Stetson Bennett. The corrected date matters because this was a live second-night draft move, not a January transaction.

Why Los Angeles Came Out Ahead

Turner quickly became the centerpiece of the return. He earned a major role on the Rams' defensive front as a rookie and developed into a durable starter, giving Los Angeles meaningful snaps and interior pass-rush value from the very pick New York surrendered. Bennett added a second player to the return, even though his role was far smaller. The Rams therefore received both the best established contributor and an extra prospect.

How New York Fared

Hyatt never turned his speed into comparable production during his first three seasons. He remained a rotational receiver and deep threat, totaling only 470 receiving yards through 2025 and failing to establish himself as a consistent scoring option. That is a disappointing result for a team that spent two selections to target him.

Final Verdict

Los Angeles earns an A- and New York a D+. The Rams converted the move down into Kobie Turner, a regular defensive starter, plus another fourth-round player. The Giants paid additional capital for Hyatt and received limited offensive production. The difference in realized value is substantial enough to make this a clear Los Angeles Rams Win.

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