New York Giants 53-man roster projection following first preseason game

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New York Giants 53-man roster projection following first preseason game

The preseason is officially underway as the weathered a literal storm en route to a 14-3 win over the .As the position battles rage on, the preseason games are the best indicator as to which players are vying for the final handful of roster spots. Though there's still a long way to go, Thursday night's game could help certain players secure a roster spot.The Giants have a lot of spots up for grabs going into the rest of the preseason. Competitions at positions like running back, wide receiver, offensive line, cornerback and safety all have significant roles open.Following the first preseason game of the year, here's the latest roster projection for the Giants:Rookies are marked in italics.Giants' 53-man roster projection after first Charlie Morton Jersey preseason gameQuarterback (3)Daniel Jones, Drew Lock, Tommy DeVitoAnalysis: AfterLock's rough performance and DeVito's comfort in the offense, the Giants might not be able to sneak the latter onto the practice squad after roster cuts. Maybe Jones can restore faith in keeping just two quarterbacks, but the Giants have no choice but to carry three at this point.Running Back (3)Devin Singletary,Tyrone Tracy Jr., Eric GrayAnalysis: There's a strong competition in the backfield, especially after Thursday night's big performance from the trio of Tracy, Gray and undrafted rookie Dante Miller. As nice of a story as it would be for Miller to make the roster, depth is needed elsewhere.Notable cuts: Dante MillerWide Receiver (6)Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Wan'Dale Robinson, Jalin Hyatt, Isaiah Hodgins, Gunner OlszewskiAnalysis:Not much has changed with this unit. They might keep Brian McCann Jersey seven on the roster, but the top four are locked in place and will take the majority of snaps. Olszewski is the better option for returns than Isaiah McKenzie so the final battle comes down to Allen Robinson, Isaiah Hodgins and a handful of others. We'll give the nod to Robinson right now.Notable cuts: Isaiah Hodgins, Dennis Houston, Isaiah McKenzieTight End (4)Theo Johnson, Daniel Bellinger, Lawrence Cager, Chris ManhertzAnalysis: The short-lived era of Darren Waller is over. The Giants will rely heavily on the duo of Johnson and Bellinger while Cager continues to develop. The final spot is between Manhertz and Jack Stoll, but the former seems to have the advantage right now.Notable cuts: Jack StollOffensive Line (9)Starters: Andrew Thomas, Jon Runyan Jr., John Michael Schmitz, Greg Van Roten, Jermaine Eluemunor, Matt Nelson, Aaron Stinnie, Joshua Ezeudu, Austin SchlottmanAnalysis:As it currently stands, Evan Neal hasn't practiced. The Dallas Keuchel Jersey latest update made it seem as though it may not happen for a while. So we can't guarantee he'll be healthy enough to start the season on the active roster. That opens up a spot for Schlottman, who otherwise would be cut with the arrival of Van Roten. This unit is still very questionable going into the season.Notable cuts: Evan Neal (PUP?), Marcus McKethan, Jake KubasDefensive Line (9)Brian Burns, Dexter Lawrence, Jordan Phillips, Kayvon Thibodeaux, Azeez Ojulari, Rakeem Nunez-Roches, D.J. Davidson, Ryder Anderson, Boogie BashamAnalysis: Arguably the deepest unit Yordan Alvarez Jersey throughout the entire roster, the Giants boast a strong defensive line. They'll need more out of Ojulari and Basham for the group to truly hit its ceiling while the competition behind Lawrence will be key. Keep an eye on undrafted free agent Elijah Chatman to sneak into the final spot.Notable cuts: Elijah Chatman, Benton WhitleyLinebacker (5)Bobby Okereke, Micah McFadden, Dyontae Johnson,Darius Muasau, Matthew AdamsAnalysis:Keeping only five linebackers seems a bit light, admittedly. Okereke and McFadden are still the projected starters while Johnson has emerged as the No. 3 backer. Muasau is primed for a heavy special teams role while Adams has vast experience in that area as well. Darrian Beavers and Carter Coughlin are also in the mix for a roster spot.Notable cuts: Darrian Beavers, Carter CoughlinCornerback (6)Deonte Banks, Cor'Dale Flott, Andru Phillips, Nick McCloud, Tre Herndon, Tre Hawkins IIIAnalysis:This will be an interesting group. Banks, Flott, Phillips and McCloud are all probably safe. McCloud has been taking reps in the slot and the outside. Hawkins seems to have an advantage for the final boundary spot while Herndon and Darnay Holmes Nolan Ryan Jersey battle it out for the final nickel role. Herndon's interception despite a fumble on the return gives him the nod over Holmes.Notable cuts: Darnay Holmes, Breon BordersSafety (5)Jason Pinnock, Tyler Nubin,Dane Belton, Isaiah Simmons, Gervarrius OwensAnalysis: Pinnock and Belton are the current starters while Nubin will eventually take over at some point. Simmons has been used as a big nickel thus far in camp, and he can provide linebacker depth in a pinch. Owens is playing his way onto the roster, especially with Jalen Mills still out of practice. Keep an eye on undrafted free agent Alex Johnson here as well.Notable cuts: Jalen Mills, Alex JohnsonSpecialists (3)Starters: Graham Gano, Casey Kreiter, Jamie GillanMORE GIANTS
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