After sitting out the preseason opener, how likely are we to see Saquon Barkley play in the New York Giants‘ second preseason contest? The Giants will host the Carolina Panthers on Friday night; here’s all we know about the chances of Barkley appearing.
Will Saquon Barkley Play in Second Preseason Game?
As of right now, there is no evidence to believe that the star running back will suit up for tonight’s preseason matchup against the Panthers or for any of this year’s preseason games. The nature of the position and the attempt to reduce wear and tear on running backs makes this a common decision across the league with your star ball carriers.
Barkley recently received a restructured contract that ended his brief riff with the organization and went a long way in making him feel respected by the team, which ultimately put him back in the building with an eye for the regular season.
How To Watch Carolina Panthers at New York Giants
Start time: 7 p.m ET
Channel: NFL Network and NFL+
Who Else Will Play for the Giants?
Behind Barkley, New York currently has three other running backs on the roster, beginning with veteran Matt Breida. Breida is going into his seventh NFL season and his second with the Giants. Last season, Breida had 54 carries for 220 yards and looks to be the next man up to spell Barkley in 2023.
Behind Breida is Eric Gray, the intriguing fifth-round rookie from the University of Oklahoma. Gray was a highly productive back as a Sooner and brings more fresh legs, but also adds more toughness and strength to this Giant’s backfield.
The fourth running back on New York’s RB depth chart is third-year veteran Gary Brightwell. Brightwell played his college ball at the University of Arizona and has spent his entire career as a Giant. With some new faces and experienced veterans added to the room, Brightwell will need to do everything he can to stand out this preseason.
