NY Giants hosting pre-draft visit with Utah OL Spencer Fano — Could he be the solution at right guard?

The New York Giants are taking a look toward the trenches as the NFL Draft approaches. According to Ryan Fowler, the Giants are officially bringing in Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano for a top-30 visit.

Fano is a projected first-round prospect who could be under consideration for the Giants with the No. 5 overall pick. His elite athletic profile and versatility make him a prime target if they choose to address the offensive line early in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Could the Giants Consider Utah OT Spencer Fano at 5?

Fano is a technically polished prospect who allowed just three sacks across his entire college career, per PFF. And he isn’t just a big body; he is a verified athletic freak who shattered expectations at the 2026 NFL Combine.

Measuring 6’5 ½” and 311 pounds, Fano scorched the turf with a 4.91-second 40-yard dash (96th percentile) and a blistering 1.72-second 10-yard split. His athleticism allowed him to post an 81.5 PFF pass-blocking grade in 2025, a mark that reinforces his status as one of the top pass-protecting offensive linemen in this class.

Fano enters the draft as a unanimous All-American and the 2025 Outland Trophy winner, an award given to the best interior lineman in the nation. His 2024 tape was even more dominant, as he led all FBS tackles with a 92.6 overall PFF grade and a nation-leading 93.6 run-blocking grade.

Fano Could Move Inside to Guard

While he is listed as a tackle, Fano could be a target for the Giants at guard. Some scouts have suggested Fano moves inside to guard due to his 32-and-1/8-inch arms. The Giants have yet to address their glaring need at right guard, but Fano could be the solution.

However, that is the one hurdle in Fano’s path to the top five: the measurables. His 32-and-1/8-inch arms fall below the traditional 33-inch threshold teams prefer for left tackles, sparking debate about his long-term positional fit. However, the Giants don’t need a left tackle; they have All-Pro Andrew Thomas.

Instead, for a Giants front office that has neglected to sign a high-end guard in free agency, Fano’s potential to become an All-Pro interior lineman makes him a versatile chess piece for Big Blue to consider.

By Anthony Rivardo

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