The New York Giants will face the New York Jets in their preseason finale Friday night at MetLife Stadium, with several roster spots and positional battles still undecided.
The wide receiver position has seen a shift in dynamics following an injury to Calvin Austin III, which potentially clears a path for Odell Beckham Jr. to secure a roster spot. The injury also impacts other receivers, such as Dalen Cambre, who is seeking to impress the coaching staff, and Braxton Berrios, who may see increased responsibility as a kick returner and a slot option on offense.
Defensive Tackle Competition
Competition is also fierce at defensive tackle, where roster spots are far from guaranteed. The Giants may explore external options once league-wide cuts are made on Sunday. While Darius Alexander remains with the team, he has not secured a starting position. Questions remain about whether veteran Leki Fotu or rookie Bobby Jamison-Travis have clinched a place on the final roster, with snap counts in this game expected to be closely monitored.
Kicking Competition
The kicking competition appears to be nearing a conclusion, with rookie Dominic Zvada emerging as the likely choice over Ben Sauls. Zvada has demonstrated superior accuracy and leg strength throughout training camp. The final decision on who handles kicking duties in the preseason finale, and whether Sauls might be showcased for other teams, remains to be seen.