Giants Writer Says Recent Draft Pick’s Roster Spot Could Be ‘in Jeopardy’

Getty New York Giants running back Gary Brightwell Jr. could be facing make or break training camp in 2024.

After allowing Saquon Barkley to walk in free agency, the New York Giants have retooled their running back room around Devin Singletary.

NYG general manager Joe Schoen also drafted a ball carrier for the second straight offseason, while also signing an intriguing rookie in Dante “Turbo” Miller. That creates an interesting training camp competition behind Singletary at the position, and 2021 sixth rounder Gary Brightwell Jr. could be the odd man out with a lackluster preseason.

“Drafted in the sixth round in 2021 under former head coach Joe Judge, Gary Brightwell has had limited opportunities, with just 42 rushing attempts for 173 yards and one touchdown,” Empire Sports Media founder and Giants writer Alexander Wilson stated while listing Brightwell as a player that he believes is “in danger of losing” his roster sp

“Although he has contributed on special teams, the addition of Eric Gray and Tyrone Tracy to the roster puts his position in jeopardy,” Wilson continued. Adding: “Brightwell will need a standout performance this summer to secure his spot.”