Giants preseason win highlights players fighting for roster spots
New York defeated Miami 26-3 in a preseason game, with several players delivering strong performances that could improve their chances of making the final roster, while others struggled.
New York held the Miami Dolphins to three points in a preseason matchup, giving backup players a chance to showcase their abilities ahead of the roster cut deadline. Quarterback Jameis Winston completed 15 of 21 passes for 150 yards and added an 11-yard rushing touchdown, while wide receiver Darius Slayton led the team with four receptions for 58 yards. Rookie left tackle J.C. Davis allowed only one pressure on the line, and defensive rookie Bobby Jamison-Travis recorded a sack, a tackle for loss and a quarterback hit.
Defensive backs Dru Phillips, Greg Newsome II and Paulson Adebo also stood out. Phillips forced fumbles on consecutive plays, and the Newsome-Adebo duo limited Miami to a single reception on four targets. Safety Tyler Nubin was the highest-graded defender in coverage, allowing just one three-yard completion.
Conversely, running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. fumbled a handoff that led to the game’s only turnover, and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. dropped a potential touchdown pass in the second quarter. Defensive lineman Darius Alexander did not record a tackle on nine run-defense snaps, ranking near the bottom of the team in that metric.
With one preseason game remaining, the performances could influence the final depth chart as the Giants finalize their roster.