Battle For Success: NY Giants Offense Position Battles In 2024 Season

Starting QB - Daniel Jones vs. Drew Lock

Although fans have created this competition, it is clear that Daniel Jones holds the higher potential despite neither being an ideal option. Jones will definitely be the starter, while Lock provides a solid backup option who may not be a steep drop-off if called upon to play.

RB2 - Tyrone Tracy Jr. vs. Eric Gray vs. Dante Turbo Miller vs. Jashaun Corbin

This is perhaps the toughest battle to call, with two rookies, a second-year player, and a third-year player totaling just 18 career NFL carries. Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a converted wide receiver who started playing as a running back only in the past two years and began starting last year at Purdue. Eric Gray, who disappointed as a returner, never really had a chance to show his capabilities as a running back during the season. Dante Turbo Miller has not played much football since 2021, making him a wildcard. Jashaun Corbin, in his third year, hasn't seen playing time with the Giants or during his stint with the Carolina Panthers. The verdict here is that Corbin likely won't make the final roster. Tracy Jr., due to his draft status, will likely make it barring injury. The real battle seems to be between Gray and Miller, raising the question of whether the Giants will keep four running backs.

3rd WR - Darius Slayton vs. Jalin Hyatt

Both players are contenders for the role of the speedy third receiver in the offense. Darius Slayton has been a consistent 700-yard receiver and seemed to have fixed his drop issues last year, with established chemistry with Daniel Jones. However, he is in the last year of his contract and has likely peaked without reaching elite receiver status. Jalin Hyatt, on the other hand, may be the fastest wide receiver in the NFL and has not yet reached his peak. While he was projected as a project due to the offense he played in at Tennessee, he didn't light up his rookie year, partly due to the offense. He also didn't pass Slayton on the depth chart last year. The verdict is that Hyatt will see more action this year, with increased production likely. Slayton will still get his playing time, but Hyatt's ceiling is high, and he may surprise everyone by overtaking Slayton next year.

Starting TE - Daniel Bellinger vs. Theo Johnson vs. Darren Waller?

If Darren Waller returns, he is undoubtedly the number one tight end. However, if he doesn't, the battle for TE2 still exists. Daniel Bellinger had a better-than-expected rookie season, is a hard worker respected in the building, and has blocking upside. However, he had a down year last year and will likely never be a great receiving threat. Theo Johnson boasts high athletic traits and already seems a better receiver than Bellinger, though he is very raw with a learning curve expected. The verdict is that they will likely split time, especially early in the season, with both possibly being on the field often. Johnson's versatility as an h-back, slot receiver, and outside receiver contrasts with Bellinger's more traditional in-line tight end role. Playing time may depend on the opponent each week.