Imagine if the Mona Lisa were to find a new home, not in the esteemed halls of the Louvre, but at the Giants’ practice facility. Picture a slow trickle of water cascading down the wall, transforming Leonardo da Vinci’s timeless masterpiece into a dismal shadow of its former self, with its famous smile reduced to a forlorn frown.

The New York Giants, unfortunately, do not inspire the same reverence as da Vinci’s artwork.

Fans are caught in a cruel dilemma, torn between the desire to see their team break free from the relentless cycle of defeat and the strategic temptation of securing the coveted No. 1 draft pick. Victory brings temporary relief, but a loss could pave the way for a brighter future.

That top draft pick is a golden ticket, especially with the buzz surrounding Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza. After two solid seasons with Cal and a triumphant Heisman Trophy-winning stint at Indiana, Mendoza is considered this year’s quarterback prodigy. The Giants, with Jaxson Dart already established as their quarterback, could capitalize on this opportunity, trading the pick for a potentially lucrative return.