'GMFB' dissects hype around Giants' pass rushing abilities ahead of their preseason Week 1 matchup vs. Bills
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New York Giants coach Brian Daboll has kept his plans for playing time in Saturday's preseason opener against the Buffalo Bills a closely guarded secret. But signs point toward Daboll giving most of his starters the day off. That's good news for players on the bubble who need as many opportunities as possible to make an impression. Here are the 10 players with the most to gain Saturday and throughout the preseason: Dart isn't going to push Russell Wilson for the starting job based on his performance in exhibition games, although it would be a welcome development if the rookie plays well enough to at least create a discussion. But less important than Dart's standing on the depth chart is the experience he'll gain from live reps against opposing defenses. Advertisement Giants brass was impressed by Dart's competitiveness and leadership during the scouting process. Those traits should be on display even in an exhibition game. These dress rehearsals will provide progress reports on how Dart is developing. The preseason will be especially important for Dart since it could be his last chance to play in live games for a long time. With rookie Cam Skattebo (hamstring) sidelined and Eric Gray (knee) on the physically unable to perform list, a ton of carries should be available for Miller on Saturday. The Giants are unlikely to carry a fourth running back to join Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy and Devin Singletary. But a strong preseason from the dynamic Miller could force the Giants' hand or put him on another team's radar as a potential waiver claim. Miller, who spent his entire rookie season on the Giants practice squad, is also in the mix at kick returner. Teams will need two quality returners, with the kickoff rule change expected to produce fewer touchbacks. That could be another avenue to a roster spot for Miller. Washington has steadily climbed the wide receiver depth chart by consistently making plays in practice. But every year, an unheralded wide receiver emerges in camp, so practice catches won't be enough to keep Washington on the roster. The top of the receiver depth chart is established with Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton and Wan'Dale Robinson, and Jalin Hyatt is next up. There doesn't project to be many snaps on offense for the 5-foot-10, 170-pound Washington, so his ticket to a roster spot will come on special teams. Washington needs to beat out Ihmir Smith-Marsette for the top returner job to secure a roster spot. The shifty Washington offers a different skill set than Smith-Marsette and looks like a better backup slot receiver behind Robinson. The Giants should give Washington as many return opportunities as possible to see if he can win the job. Advertisement Undrafted rookie wide receiver Beaux Collins would have made this list, but he has been sidelined recently by an undisclosed injury. If Collins can't play Saturday, that opens the door for Cambre. Like Washington, Cambre's path to a roster spot will come on special teams. That suits the undrafted rookie well, as Cambre earned a contract based on his special teams acumen at Louisiana. The Giants lost core special-teamer Bryce Ford-Wheaton for the season with a torn Achilles. Cambre should get plenty of opportunities in the preseason to stake a claim to Ford-Wheaton's role. No player on the roster has more to gain in the preseason than Neal. The No. 7 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft made the (overdue) transition to guard this offseason, and he has been splitting first-team reps at right guard with Greg Van Roten. There is internal optimism about how the 6-foot-7, 340-pound Neal can transition inside due to his massive frame and power. But Daboll has emphasized the importance of game reps for Neal, who has still displayed struggles with footwork and balance at guard. In an ideal world, the 24-year-old Neal will become the next in a line of failed tackles to successfully shift to guard and unseat the 35-year-old Van Roten. But Neal needs to prove he's worthy of replacing the reliable Van Roten, who played every snap last season. The only catch is that Neal's debut at guard could be delayed, as he was working with trainers on a side field during Thursday's practice. Missing Saturday's game would be a blow to Neal's odds of winning a starting job. Kubas has gotten some first-team reps at right guard during camp, but he's been spending more time with the backups lately. The Giants like the gritty Kubas, who spent his entire rookie year on the active roster and made three starts at the end of the season. There will be a numbers crunch on the offensive line, with Kubas having the inside track to one of the backup interior spots. But he needs to perform well in the preseason to maintain his standing ahead of a veteran like Aaron Stinnie or a true center like Austin Schlottmann. Advertisement Ezeudu won't give up his roster spot without a fight. The 2022 third-round pick seemed to be on the outside looking in when the Giants made some offensive line additions this offseason, but Ezeudu has settled in as the second-team left tackle. The actual backup left tackle, James Hudson III, has played with the first-team offense throughout camp because starter Andrew Thomas remains sidelined with a foot injury. Ezeudu has also worked at guard during camp. That versatility could give him the edge as the final offensive line spots are decided. Chatman made his mark last summer as an undrafted rookie by hustling downfield to chase a Houston Texans running back in the second preseason game. Chatman defied the odds to have a role as an interior pass rusher on third downs last season. The upgrades to the Giants defensive line this offseason seemingly pushed Chatman out of the picture. But he has continued to take extensive first-team reps during camp. It's hard to see how Chatman will fit into a more crowded D-line mix, but another strong showing in the preseason could solidify his spot. Jones made a memorable first impression, intercepting Dart's first pass of camp and returning it for a touchdown. Jones spent his first two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs before signing to little fanfare in February, days after Kansas City's Super Bowl loss. Jones, who added another interception of Dart in Wednesday's practice, has been the No. 2 slot cornerback all summer. That could make him more valuable than other backup cornerbacks who can only play outside. Jones should see plenty of action Sunday with backup corners Cor'Dale Flott, Tre Hawkins, Korie Black and Art Green dealing with injuries. Jones played 111 special teams snaps for the Chiefs as a rookie in 2023. As always, the kicking game is an important piece of the puzzle for a bubble player to make the roster. Advertisement Layne has been the No. 4 safety all offseason, fending off veteran K'Von Wallace, who was signed at the start of camp. The Giants liked Layne enough to carry him on the practice squad all last season. Layne was elevated for two games late in the season, but he suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 16. Layne is another player who can bolster his odds of making the roster by playing well on special teams in the preseason. Layne's main competition for a spot might come from a waiver claim after cut day. (Photos of Evan Neal and Jaxson Dart: Adam Hunger / The Associated Press; Vincent Carchietta / Imagn Images) Spot the pattern. 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