Some see a future WR1 in Jordyn Tyson, while others see a medical red flag. And with draft night not far, WR-needy teams like the New York Giants are trying to decide just how much they’re willing to risk for this Arizona State star. Unfortunately for him, that risk just became riskier.

NFL doctor Jesse Morse dropped a red flag in his assessment of Tyson. The sports medicine physician flagged him as a “high risk for injuries, especially to his left knee/leg.” The concern isn’t just about past injuries but also about how he moves, as he added a clip of himself using his legs.

Dr. Morse referred to the GOATA (Greatest of All Time Action) vs. WOATA (Worst of All Time Action) framework to study Tyson’s case. It’s a biomechanical lens that separates efficient, injury-resistant movement from patterns that invite breakdown. Tyson falls into the WOATA category, which features collapsed movement patterns and increased joint stress. That could elevate the risk of ACL tears, Achilles issues, and hamstring strains.

Tyson’s injury history is a significant concern, starting with a devastating multi-ligament knee tear (ACL, MCL, and PCL) in 2022, followed by a broken collarbone in 2024 and subsequent hamstring strains, which contributed to him missing 17 games over his college career. This makes franchises question whether his body can actually handle an NFL workload.

The reason the NFL is still high on him is his explosiveness when he was healthy. Just days before the draft, Tyson had a private workout that checked boxes with his routes and bursts. But that doesn’t erase the concerns. Morse isn’t the only doctor who weighed in. Dr. David Chao, a former NFL team physician, didn’t dismiss the former ASU WR, but he didn’t fully endorse him either. His verdict is a “yellow light,” not a red flag nor a green light.

“The biggest worry is still the multi-ligament knee issue,” he said. 

Multi-ligament injuries could become major setbacks that can dictate a player’s career. But then some almost shrugged off the risk. One scout went as far as putting Tyson in the same grading tier as Malik Nabers from last year’s class. That shows the belief that he can make that level of difference.

“He does everything,” the scout said. “The guy is just open. He is quick at the top of his route, his feet have no wasted movement, he has the speed to win downfield. Great hands. He checks a lot of boxes.”

And if you watch the tape, it’s hard to argue. This makes it hard for the Giants to decide, as the debate isn’t about his elite talent but whether he can stay on the field. 

Jordyn Tyson could be the solution for the Giants

The Giants didn’t accidentally end up with picks No. 5 and No. 10. Trading Dexter Lawrence reshaped their roster, and now they’re staring at two chances to define their future. Jordan Tyson is firmly in that conversation, and the interest is real. ESPN’s Adam Schefter pointed out the dilemma.

“Now, a lot of people believe the Giants have a high level of interest in the Arizona statewide receiver, Jordan Tyson,” he said. “They were at his private workout on Friday in Arizona. The question would be if they don’t take them at 5, will he be there at 10?”

GM Joe Schoen’s presence confirmed that interest, including a dinner with Tyson the night before. The Giants are building a relationship with the prospect because the fit makes sense. Pairing him with Malik Nabers could create a receiving duo reminiscent of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. But the catch is still durability. The Giants have been here before. They’ve seen what happens when an elite receiver meets an unforgiving injury cycle. But not everyone is scared.

“The injuries wouldn’t scare me off,” one scout said. “He’s the best receiver in this draft, so it’s worth a risk. Especially for the Giants: Jaxson Dart is not the most accurate quarterback and Tyson is going to help him by being open.”

So when the Giants are on the clock, it won’t just be about who Tyson is today; it’ll be about what they believe he can survive tomorrow.