Giants 53-man roster projection after first preseason game
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 02: The New York Giants take the field prior to a game against the Seattle Seahawks at MetLife Stadium on October 02, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
The New York Giants opened the preseason with a 14-3 victory over the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
There are now two preseason games remaining before things count, so Giants head coach Brian Daboll will soon have to make decisions about his roster. Cutdown day comes on Tuesday, August 27 and some potential personnel decisions are becoming more clear.
Bubble players still have time to make their case but that clock is ticking.
With all of that in mind, here's a Giants 53-man roster prediction after Week 1 of the preseason.
1. QB Daniel Jones
Sep 10, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports
2. QB Drew Lock
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 30: Drew Lock #2 of the New York Giants throws a pass during OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 30, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
3. QB Tommy DeVito
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 07: Tommy DeVito #15 of the New York Giants looks to throw a pass during the second half in the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on January 07, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
4. RB Devin Singletary
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 30: Devin Singletary #26 of the New York Giants runs the ball during OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 30, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
5. RB Eric Gray
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 31: Eric Gray #20 of the New York Giants looks on prior to a game against the Los Angeles Rams at MetLife Stadium on December 31, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Lawrence/Getty Images)
6. RB Tyrone Tracy Jr.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 10: Running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. #29 of the New York Giants runs drills during New York Giants Rookie Minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 10, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
7. RB Dante Miller
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 06: Dante Miller #25 of the New York Giants participates in drills during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
8. TE Daniel Bellinger
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 26: Daniel Bellinger #82 of the New York Giants runs with the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter in the game at MetLife Stadium on September 26, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
9. TE Theo Johnson
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 10: Tight end Theo Johnson #47 of the New York Giants runs drills during New York Giants Rookie Minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 10, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
10. TE Chris Manhertz
Jul 25, 2024; East Rutherford, NY, USA; New York Giants tight end Chris Manhertz (85) participates in a drill during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
11. WR Malik Nabers
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 30: Malik Nabers #9 of the New York Giants makes a catch during OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 30, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
12. WR Darius Slayton
Dec 9, 2019; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) reacts after his touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
13. WR Jalin Hyatt
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 22: Jalin Hyatt #13 of the New York Giants warms up prior to a game against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium on October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
14. WR Wan'Dale Robinson
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 02: Wan'Dale Robinson #17 of the New York Giants reacts after a play during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at MetLife Stadium on October 02, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
15. WR Allen Robinson
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 06: Allen Robinson #15 of the New York Giants participates in drills during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
16. WR Isaiah McKenzie
Aug 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (87) runs up the middle against the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Rausenberger-USA TODAY Sports
17. OL Andrew Thomas
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 16: Andrew Thomas #78 of the New York Giants reacts as he walks off the field after defeating the Baltimore Ravens 24-20 at MetLife Stadium on October 16, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
18. OL Jon Runayn Jr.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 06: Jon Runyan #76 of the New York Giants speaks to the media during New York Giants OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on June 06, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
19. OL John Michael Schmitz
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 26: John Michael Schmitz Jr. #61 of the New York Giants lines up for a play during the second quarter against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium on November 26, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
20. OL Greg Van Roten
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21. OL Jermaine Eluemunor
Jul 25, 2024; East Rutherford, NY, USA; New York Giants offensive guard Jermaine Eluemunor (72) practices during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
22. OL Evan Neal
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 17: Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants celebrates a play with Evan Neal #73 during the third quarter in the game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
23. OL Aaron Stinnie
Jul 24, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants guard Aaron Stinnie (64) talks with media during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
24. OL Austin Schlottman
Jul 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants offensive guard Austin Schlottmann (65) does a drill during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
25. OL Jake Kubas
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 30: A general view of a New York Giants helmet during OTA Offseason Workouts at NY Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 30, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
26. DL Dexter Lawrence
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 22: Dexter Lawrence II #97 of the New York Giants celebrates after a sack in the second quarter of the game against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium on October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
27. DL Rakeem Nunez-Roches
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 22: Rakeem Nunez-Roches #93 of the New York Giants celebrates after a tackle in the second quarter of the game against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium on October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
28. DL Jordan Phillips
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29. DL Ryder Anderson
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 21: Ryder Anderson #90 of the New York Giants looks on against the Philadelphia Eagles during the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 21, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
30. DL Jordon Riley
Dec 17, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Jordon Riley (95) warms up before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
31. OLB Brian Burns
Jul 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Brian Burns (0) walks the sideline during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
32. OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux
Nov 19, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) celebrates after making a sack against the Washington Commanders during the fourth quarter at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
33. OLB Azeez Ojulari
Dec 11, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants linebacker Azeez Ojulari (51) celebrates after making a sack on Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
34. OLB Boogie Basham
Jul 25, 2024; East Rutherford, NY, USA; New York Giants linebacker Boogie Basham Jr. (55) looks on during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
35. ILB Bobby Okereke
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 07: Bobby Okereke #58 of the New York Giants celebrates after a sack during the second quarter in the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on January 07, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
36. ILB Micah McFadden
Nov 19, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants linebacker Micah McFadden (41) at the line of scrimmage against the Washington Commanders during the first half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
37. ILB/S Isaiah Simmons
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 31: Isaiah Simmons #19 of the New York Giants celebrates after a sack during the second half against the Los Angeles Rams at MetLife Stadium on December 31, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Lawrence/Getty Images)
38. ILB Darius Muasau
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 10: Linebacker Darius Muasau #57 of the New York Giants runs drills during New York Giants Rookie Minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 10, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
39. ILB Dyontae Johnson
Jul 24, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants linebacker Dyontae Johnson (54) participates in drills during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
40. ILB Matthew Adams
Jul 25, 2024; East Rutherford, NY, USA; New York Giants outside linebacker Matthew Adams (49) looks on during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
41. CB Deonte Banks
Nov 26, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (25) celebrates an interception against New England Patriots in the 1st half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
42. CB Cor'Dale Flott
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43. CB Andru Phillips
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 10: Cornerback Dru Phillips #22 of the New York Giants runs drills during New York Giants Rookie Minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 10, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
44. CB Nick McCloud
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 18: Nick McCloud #44 of the New York Giants reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Washington Commanders at FedExField on December 18, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)
45. CB Darnay Holmes
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 22: Darnay Holmes #30 of the New York Giants looks on in the second half of the game against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium on October 22, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
46. CB Tre Hawkins
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 17: Tre Hawkins III #37 of the New York Giants attempts to intercept a pass intended for Marquise Brown #2 of the Arizona Cardinals during the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
47. S Jason Pinnock
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 11: Jason Pinnock #27 of the New York Giants celebrates with his teammates after intercepting a pass thrown by Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers during the second quarter in the game at MetLife Stadium on December 11, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
48. S Dane Belton
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 31: Dane Belton #24 of the New York Giants celebrates after an interception during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at MetLife Stadium on December 31, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Lawrence/Getty Images)
49. S Tyler Nubin
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - MAY 10: Safety Tyler Nubin #31 of the New York Giants runs drills during New York Giants Rookie Minicamp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center on May 10, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
50. S Gervarrius Owens
Jul 25, 2024; East Rutherford, NY, USA; New York Giants safety Gervarrius Owens (39) walks to the sideline during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-USA TODAY Sports
51. K Graham Gano
ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 15: Graham Gano #9 of the New York Giants kicks a field goal in the first quarter of a game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images)
52. P Jamie Gillan
Dec 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants punter Jamie Gillan (6) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
53. LS Casey Kreiter
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54. Roster breakdown
Sep 22, 2019; Tampa, FL, USA; General view of New York Giants helmets on the bench prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports
Quarterback (3)
Running back (4)
Tight end (3)
Wide receiver (6)
Offensive line (9)
Defensive line (5)
Outside linebacker (4)
Inside linebacker (6)
Cornerback (6)
Safety (4)
Specialists (3)
Notes: Evan Neal may start the season on the PUP list but the Giants continue to insist he's working his way back. For now, we'll leave him in the projection but not as a starter -- he's a backup now.
Meanwhile, it's clear the Giants will have to carry three quarterbacks into the season, so Tommy DeVito is back on the board here.
Six inside linebackers may seem like a lot, but that came as the result of fierce debate. We took into consideration that Isaiah Simmons will play multiple roles (ILB, OLB, Nickel, S) and then were forced to decide on the final spot on the 53. Who brings the most value: Miles Boykin, Alex Johnson, or Matthew Adams? We could have gone with two and left Muasau off the roster, but he's a leader and embraces playing special teams.
Ultimately, we settled on Adams for the same reason. He's a leader who loves to hit and has All-Pro potential on special teams. If he needs to step in on defense, he brings more value than Johnson (and more value than Boykin would bring to the offense).
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