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With minicamp in the books and training camp just weeks away, the New York Giants have a clearer picture of their roster hierarchy under first-year head coach John Harbaugh.
This pre-camp 53-man roster projection reflects spring performances, Harbaugh's preference for versatile and special-teams contributors, and a tight end-heavy offensive approach.
The team is carrying six wide receivers with lingering uncertainty around Malik Nabers' recovery timeline, while Patrick Ricard slots in at running back to bolster the ground game. Depth at offensive line, linebacker, and safety highlights the emphasis on competition and injury protection.
Final cuts will be determined by training camp battles, but this group represents the strongest consensus outlook entering July.
Jaxson Dart and Jameis Winston form the duo. The Giants are comfortable carrying just two, trusting Winston’s veteran presence as the backup while keeping the third spot open for another position. Brandon Allen is the clear odd man out.
Out: Brandon Allen
Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., Devin Singletary, and Patrick Ricard give the Giants a versatile and physical group. Ricard’s hybrid fullback role adds blocking and short-yardage punch in a run-heavy scheme. This unit should be a strength with little competition for roster spots.
Out: Eric Gray, Damon Bankston, Dante Miller
Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Darnell Mooney, Malachi Fields, Calvin Austin III, and Odell Beckham Jr. make up a crowded room. The Giants are carrying seven due to uncertainty around Nabers’ recovery timeline — he is expected to contribute, but may be eased in early.
Out: Braxton Berrios, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Isaiah Hodgins, Beaux Collins, Dalen Cambre, Jalin Hyatt, Xavier Gipson, Ryan Miller, Gunner Olszewski (IR)
Isaiah Likely, Theo Johnson, Chris Manhertz, and Thomas Fidone II give the Giants significant depth. Harbaugh’s offense leans heavily on tight ends in multiple personnel packages, making four a prudent choice rather than risking injury-related shortages with only three. Fidone adds developmental upside despite his injury history.
Out: Tanner Conner
Andrew Thomas, Jon Runyan Jr., John Michael Schmitz, Francis Mauigoa, Jermaine Eluemunor, Marcus Mbow, Daniel Faalele, Lucas Patrick, and J.C. Davis create a deep and competitive group. The starters look set, but the extra bodies provide valuable swing and backup flexibility. This should be one of the stronger units on the roster (imagine that?).
Out: Aaron Stinnie, Josh Ezeudu, Bryan Hudson, Evan Neal, Jake Kubas, Ryan Schernecke, Jarrod Gray
D.J. Reader, Darius Alexander, Shelby Harris, Leki Fotu, and Bobby Jamison-Travis anchor the interior. The group emphasizes competition and depth following significant offseason turnover, including the trade of Dexter Lawrence. This unit should provide a solid foundation up front.
Out: Roy Robertson-Harris (Achilles), Josh Tupou, Sam Roberts, Zacch Pickens, Ben Barten, Anquin Barnes Jr.
Brian Burns, Abdul Carter, Kayvon Thibodeaux, and Chauncey Golston form a dynamic group, with Golston’s versatility allowing him to slide inside to the defensive line based on rotation and situation. The top three are established pass-rush threats, while Golston adds valuable multi-positional flexibility in sub-packages and injury scenarios. This remains one of the team’s biggest strengths.
Out: Trace Ford, Khalid Kareem, Caleb Murphy
Tremaine Edmunds, Arvell Reese, Micah McFadden, Darius Muasau, and Jack Kelly provide solid depth. Keeping five allows Muasau to contribute meaningfully on special teams while maintaining linebacker rotation options. The group balances experience, youth, and coverage ability.
Out: Zaire Barnes, Cam Jones
Paulson Adebo, Greg Newsome II, Dru Phillips, Deonte Banks, Colton Hood, and Art Green round out the secondary. Green’s special teams contributions help secure his spot in a competitive room. The Giants have invested heavily here and expect strong competition for starting roles.
Out: Jarrick Bernard-Converse, Korie Black, Nic Jones, Rico Payton
Jevon Holland, Tyler Nubin, Ar'Darius Washington, Jason Pinnock, and Elijah Campbell offer versatility and depth. Campbell’s inclusion bolsters special teams while providing reliable backup safety play. This group should benefit from the new coaching staff’s scheme.
Out: Beau Brade, Raheem Layne
Dominic Zvada (K), Jordan Stout (P), and Ben Mann (LS) complete the roster. Zvada stood out in spring workouts and earned the kicking job, while Stout and Mann provide stability. Special teams play a key role in final roster decisions under Harbaugh.
Out: Ben Sauls (K)
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: New York Giants 53-man projection: Who's in, out ahead of training camp?
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This pre-camp 53-man roster projection reflects spring performances, Harbaugh's preference for versatile and special-teams contributors, and a tight end-heavy offensive approach.
The team is carrying six wide receivers with lingering uncertainty around Malik Nabers' recovery timeline, while Patrick Ricard slots in at running back to bolster the ground game. Depth at offensive line, linebacker, and safety highlights the emphasis on competition and injury protection.
Final cuts will be determined by training camp battles, but this group represents the strongest consensus outlook entering July.
Quarterbacks (2)
Jaxson Dart and Jameis Winston form the duo. The Giants are comfortable carrying just two, trusting Winston’s veteran presence as the backup while keeping the third spot open for another position. Brandon Allen is the clear odd man out.
Out: Brandon Allen
Running backs (4)
Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., Devin Singletary, and Patrick Ricard give the Giants a versatile and physical group. Ricard’s hybrid fullback role adds blocking and short-yardage punch in a run-heavy scheme. This unit should be a strength with little competition for roster spots.
Out: Eric Gray, Damon Bankston, Dante Miller
Wide receivers (6)
Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Darnell Mooney, Malachi Fields, Calvin Austin III, and Odell Beckham Jr. make up a crowded room. The Giants are carrying seven due to uncertainty around Nabers’ recovery timeline — he is expected to contribute, but may be eased in early.
Out: Braxton Berrios, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Isaiah Hodgins, Beaux Collins, Dalen Cambre, Jalin Hyatt, Xavier Gipson, Ryan Miller, Gunner Olszewski (IR)
Tight ends (4)
Isaiah Likely, Theo Johnson, Chris Manhertz, and Thomas Fidone II give the Giants significant depth. Harbaugh’s offense leans heavily on tight ends in multiple personnel packages, making four a prudent choice rather than risking injury-related shortages with only three. Fidone adds developmental upside despite his injury history.
Out: Tanner Conner
Offensive line (9)
Andrew Thomas, Jon Runyan Jr., John Michael Schmitz, Francis Mauigoa, Jermaine Eluemunor, Marcus Mbow, Daniel Faalele, Lucas Patrick, and J.C. Davis create a deep and competitive group. The starters look set, but the extra bodies provide valuable swing and backup flexibility. This should be one of the stronger units on the roster (imagine that?).
Out: Aaron Stinnie, Josh Ezeudu, Bryan Hudson, Evan Neal, Jake Kubas, Ryan Schernecke, Jarrod Gray
Defensive line (5)
D.J. Reader, Darius Alexander, Shelby Harris, Leki Fotu, and Bobby Jamison-Travis anchor the interior. The group emphasizes competition and depth following significant offseason turnover, including the trade of Dexter Lawrence. This unit should provide a solid foundation up front.
Out: Roy Robertson-Harris (Achilles), Josh Tupou, Sam Roberts, Zacch Pickens, Ben Barten, Anquin Barnes Jr.
Outside linebackers (4)
Brian Burns, Abdul Carter, Kayvon Thibodeaux, and Chauncey Golston form a dynamic group, with Golston’s versatility allowing him to slide inside to the defensive line based on rotation and situation. The top three are established pass-rush threats, while Golston adds valuable multi-positional flexibility in sub-packages and injury scenarios. This remains one of the team’s biggest strengths.
Out: Trace Ford, Khalid Kareem, Caleb Murphy
Inside linebackers (5)
Tremaine Edmunds, Arvell Reese, Micah McFadden, Darius Muasau, and Jack Kelly provide solid depth. Keeping five allows Muasau to contribute meaningfully on special teams while maintaining linebacker rotation options. The group balances experience, youth, and coverage ability.
Out: Zaire Barnes, Cam Jones
Cornerbacks (6)
Paulson Adebo, Greg Newsome II, Dru Phillips, Deonte Banks, Colton Hood, and Art Green round out the secondary. Green’s special teams contributions help secure his spot in a competitive room. The Giants have invested heavily here and expect strong competition for starting roles.
Out: Jarrick Bernard-Converse, Korie Black, Nic Jones, Rico Payton
Safeties (5)
Jevon Holland, Tyler Nubin, Ar'Darius Washington, Jason Pinnock, and Elijah Campbell offer versatility and depth. Campbell’s inclusion bolsters special teams while providing reliable backup safety play. This group should benefit from the new coaching staff’s scheme.
Out: Beau Brade, Raheem Layne
Specialists (3)
Dominic Zvada (K), Jordan Stout (P), and Ben Mann (LS) complete the roster. Zvada stood out in spring workouts and earned the kicking job, while Stout and Mann provide stability. Special teams play a key role in final roster decisions under Harbaugh.
Out: Ben Sauls (K)
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: New York Giants 53-man projection: Who's in, out ahead of training camp?
Continue reading...
