Reports out of training camp on Wednesday suggest that OBJ stepped up in practice, adding to positive updates from previous days. Harbaugh confirmed Beckham’s great performance, especially this week.

“Odell’s had a good camp. His best week of camp has come this week,” Harbaugh told reporters on Wednesday, via Pat Leonard of NY Daily News Sports.

OBJ shines for NY Giants just before roster cuts

If the reports of Beckham’s great practices weren’t enough, Harbaugh’s comments should give reason to believe in OBJ’s chances of making the Giants‘ 53-man roster.

Beckham impressing in training camp, combined with Austin’s setback, might be the perfect combo to see the former first-rounder stay in NY beyond Sunday, when Harbaugh has to submit his 53-man roster for the 2026 NFL season. Beckham already has the Giants executives’ blessing, and it appears that he impressed Harbaugh as well.

NY Giants’ expected WR depth chart for 2026

Austin’s torn ACL leaves the Giants’ healthy depth chart at wide receiver with Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Darnell Mooney, Malachi Fields, Braxton Berrios, and Beckham.

Dalen Cambre and Xavier Gipson are expected to be part of the practice squad, with six wideouts making the active roster. Beckham’s spot appeared to hinge on whether Harbaugh opted to include six or seven wideouts, but with Austin on the sidelines, that may no longer be cause of concern for OBJ. Besides, he made sure to earn consideration with solid auditions in the offseason.

According to the Giants’ official website, the G-Men added veteran Josiah Deguara as well as rookie Kobe Prentice, who joins the receiving corps. That said, it appears he is behind OBJ on the depth chart, with Beckham Jr. seemingly having a clear path to securing a spot on the 53-man roster.

OBJ has had a strong performance in his latest practice, according to multiple reports. At this crucial stage in the decision-making process, the veteran appears to be convincing the coaching staff to keep him on the team, with Harbaugh also confirming Beckham Jr.’s positive performance.

Also, as the insider Dan Duggan revealed on his X account, another receiver who stood out during the latest practice was Darnell Mooney. It appears that the Giants’ passing attack will be well covered heading into the upcoming season.

Another active day for OBJ

Odell Beckham Jr.’s connection with his quarterbacks is slowly starting to take shape during a crucial stage of preparation. The wide receiver not only caught passes from Jaxson Dart but also developed an intriguing rapport with Jameis Winston.

USA Today reporter Art Stapleton noted that Odell hauled in an impressive 30-yard pass in the end zone, as well as two touchdowns from Dart. It looks like this duo could make some noise in New York.

How does the Giants’ receiving corps shape up?

Serious injuries, last-minute roster moves, and uncertainty surrounding the decisions Harbaugh and his staff will make on Sunday for the final cuts. For now, this is how the Giants’ wide receiver depth chart looks in East Rutherford.

According to insider Paul Dottino via his X account, Brown said OBJ’s numbers during this stage of preparation have been outstanding. Not only from a football standpoint, but physically as well, stating that the wide receiver “still has juice in his legs.”

The Assistant General Manager also highlighted Beckham Jr.’s ability to make an impact on the field, creating separation and getting open while consistently finding spots where he can be targeted. Clearly, all of these comments could carry weight when the coaching staff makes its final decision.

Joe Schoen also praises OBJ’s performance

Joe Schoen often has a say in roster-building decisions, and he recently shared his thoughts on Odell Beckham Jr.’s situation. During a recent appearance on WFAN Sports Radio, the General Manager expressed his enthusiasm about the wide receiver’s current situation.

“He’s done a good job again when, you know, before we brought him in here looking at the Miami film a couple years ago, you know after speaking to him, he wasn’t healthy. I wasn’t sure if he had much left in the tank having watched that film but then, after we worked him out twice he’s been in good shape, he can still get open, he moves well,” Schoen started.

“I know he wishes he would have caught that ball on Saturday in Miami but, you know the route and ability to separate in tight quarters in red zone like that is impressive. So, I think the kid can still play and you know again it’s he’s gonna play on Friday, and we’re gonna continue to evaluate those guys. But he has shown enough that he can still play in this league.“

Beckham Jr.’s chances of making the roster

Odell Beckham Jr. impressed the Giants at a crucial moment, with Calvin Austin set to miss the season due to injury. Could this be a sign of what the future holds for OBJ in the NFL? Undoubtedly, with Harbaugh now in need of an experienced receiver to bolster his WR room.

Next Sunday, following the conclusion of the final preseason games, teams will announce their final decisions, with the Giants being one of the teams under the biggest spotlight. Which players will ultimately represent the G-Men in the 2026 NFL season?

As a result, Braxton Berrios now emerges as the primary option at the position, following an impressive training camp with the G-Men. Further down the depth chart are Dalen Cambre and Xavier Gipson.

Jaxson Dart’s other primary options through the air are Malik Nabers and veteran Darius Slayton. Behind them, players such as Malachi Fields, Darnell Mooney, and Odell Beckham Jr. are expected to play prominent roles.

Confidence in the Giants’ WR room

The loss of Calvin Austin could have been a major blow for the Giants, not only from a football standpoint but also emotionally. However, based on Matt Nagy’s comments to the media, there is still plenty of optimism within the organization regarding the rest of the wide receivers on the roster.

“It would be a disservice to him if I said it wasn’t a blow. But I think the beautiful part of what Harbs has done with us as a staff and as a team – his message this whole time has been positivity. The next guy’s gotta step up and play,” the offensive coordinator said.

More roster moves for the Giants

With a new NFL season just around the corner, the New York Giants continue to make moves with an eye toward the future. This time, one of their veteran guards will no longer wear the Big Blue colors.

According to the insider Ian Rapoport on X, Joshua Ezeudu is heading to the Kansas City Chiefs to help protect Patrick Mahomes, while John Harbaugh’s Giants received a 2028 seventh-round pick in exchange.

The situation sparked serious concern after the team huddled around him, with Calvin Austin even being consoled by John Mara himself. The outlook does not appear encouraging at all.

With only a few days remaining to finalize the G-Men’s 53-man roster, this unexpected setback could force John Harbaugh to reconsider his plans, as Austin’s situation changes the Giants’ wide receiver outlook.

What are the Giants’ options behind Calvin Austin?

While Austin’s final diagnosis remains uncertain, many are already beginning to wonder who will step up behind him on the depth chart. Harbaugh, an experienced NFL coach, has several options to fill his role in the receiving corps.

Braxton Berrios, who has been having a strong training camp so far, is the first name behind Austin. A bit further down the pecking order are Dalen Cambre and Xavier Gipson at the SWR position.

The Giants’ injury curse

Staying competitive in the NFL often depends on keeping a healthy roster throughout the season. The Giants have suffered some tough setbacks in that regard in recent years, something they hope to leave in the past.

The most notable cases from 2025 include Malik Nabers and Cam Skattebo. Both players, one through the air and the other on the ground, are now fully healthy heading into Week 1 of this season and hope to stay healthy throughout the year to remain offensive threats.

Calvin Austin’s situation now represents another headache for the G-Men, and the first one for Harbaugh as the team’s head coach. It will be a matter of waiting to see how serious his injury is and whether he will be available to the coaching staff this season.

This opens up an immediate competition for that spot in the short term, with next Sunday marking the final deadline for the 53-man roster. Depending on their head coach’s final decision, any of these three experienced running backs could find themselves with a different fate.

Although Skattebo’s rookie season has been marked by a serious injury, the new coaching staff has complete confidence in him. The only question remaining is who will ultimately serve as his primary backup if needed.

Will one of the Giants’ running backs be traded or cut?

The running back room in East Rutherford suddenly became crowded and, in a way, overloaded. The recent signing of Najee Harris raised questions about what would happen with both Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Devin Singletary.

The possibility of either of these two experienced players no longer wearing a Giants uniform in the near future remains very real, especially after Harris’ strong adjustment to the G-Men. It will be up to John Harbaugh to determine how he wants to structure his backfield for what promises to be a long and competitive season.

The benefits of choosing Harris, Singletary, or Tracy Jr.

In 2025, the Giants’ backfield delivered solid production: Tyrone Tracy Jr. led the ground attack with 740 rushing yards, 2 TDs and added 36 receptions for 288 yards and 2 receiving TDs, proving to be a dual-threat weapon. Meanwhile, Devin Singletary provided reliable veteran relief, putting up 437 rushing yards and 5 TDs along with 18 catches for 151 yards.

Adding to this backfield mix, Najee Harris recorded 15 carries for 61 yards and 3 receptions for 25 yards across 3 games with the Chargers in 2025 before a season-ending Achilles injury cut his campaign short. Despite this setback, the former Pittsburgh Steelers player quickly showcased his talent during the G-Men’s training camp and could emerge as Skattebo’s primary backup.

“I think it says we feel good about our depth, for sure,” Harbaugh told reporters. “We do feel good about our depth on the offensive line generally and inside. And it’s not too often you get a trade like that. You know, it’s not too often you can trade a player for a sixth-round pick in the middle of training camp. But sometimes teams have needs, and Daniel’s started many games in the National Football League, so they felt like that was valuable for them.“

The coach acknowledged that Faalele’s role before his departure was valuable, but he still has alternatives who will be ready to step up to the challenge. The Giants received a 2027 sixth-round draft pick in exchange for the guard.

“With us, Daniel was doing well for the role he was going to be playing, and yet we have other guys that were doing well, too. So, it was a luxury for us. Any time you can add picks, it’s a valuable thing. It’s a future thing. Doesn’t seem like much now, but it’ll matter day three of the draft. It’ll be something that we’ll be happy we’ve got.”

Harbaugh’s interior line options

The right guard position for the G-Men took a hit following Faalele’s departure to the Jaguars. Still, despite Joshua Ezeudu’s injury, John Harbaugh has plenty of talent at the position.

The top name at the position is Francis Mauigoa, one of the biggest bets in the latest draft. At left guard, they have Jon Runyan, while John Michael Schmitz Jr. is the starting center. Jermaine Eluemunor is the right tackle, and Andrew Thomas is the left tackle.

The physical style Harbaugh will try to impose

It is well known that John Harbaugh has sought to establish a physical style of play since entering the NFL, particularly during his long tenure with the Baltimore Ravens. Now, that identity is being brought to East Rutherford, where he has assembled an elite roster with the goal of taking the franchise to the top of the NFC.

Protecting Jaxson Dart could be one of the main keys to ensuring the quarterback has a season worthy of a playoff run. It will be a matter of seeing how things unfold starting in Week 1 to determine whether the head coach’s goal is achieved.

Per Dan Duggan of The Athletic, the incident happened while Johnson was blocking, and he left the practice after slamming his helmet. However, Harbaugh then clarified the situation. This is the same practice where Malik Nabers gave the Giants hope with a new rehab milestone.

“Harbaugh said Theo Johnson collided with Kayvon Thibodeaux. Harbaugh said he didn’t get an update that it was serious, said he thinks he’s OK,” Duggan reported. When there is a serious injury, usually the initial reports indicate that. However, this is not the case.

Johnson lost a step but was important last year for Giants

With the addition of Isaiah Likely, Theo Johnson saw his role get diminished for this season. He’ll be featured more as a rotational piece rather than an ‘all-snaps playmaker‘. He is the TE2 of the roster.

Last season, however, Johnson had 45 catches for 528 yards and five touchdowns for the Giants. The 25-year-old was poised for a breakthrough, but with Likely coming to the team, he will not be able to shine in his own light.

Theo Johnson vs Isaiah Likely

Isaiah Likely and Theo Johnson form a two-tight-end tandem for the New York Giants, with Likely functioning as the primary receiving weapon and Johnson handling more inline and blocking responsibilities.

Likely is also not as polished in the blocking department, so their skillsets compliment really well for the team’s necessities. After all, none of them are elite at what the other excels at.

Malik Nabers, Calvin Austin III, and Darius Slayton remain the top options in the passing game for Jaxson Dart. Behind them, players like Darnell Mooney, Malachi Fields, and Braxton Berrios are also among the available options.

Odell Beckham Jr. is the most experienced player remaining on the depth chart, alongside Jalin Hyatt and Dalen Cambre. Harbaugh’s final two options are Xavier Gipson and Isaiah Hodgins. Recently, OBJ’s chances of making the 53-man roster were revealed.

Decision time for the Giants

John Harbaugh and the Giants have until Sunday, August 30, at 6:00 p.m. ET to lock in their final 53-man roster. With the NFL tweaking the rules to move final cuts right to the Sunday following the last preseason game, Harbaugh has a tight window to trim the camp squad down from 90 to 53 before shifting full focus to Week 1.

Many players still don’t have a guaranteed spot, and the preseason games have been an important opportunity for them to impress the coaching staff. Others, like Miller, won’t be as fortunate and will have to look for new opportunities elsewhere.

Could another wide receiver be at risk in New York?

Only a few days remain before major decisions are made in East Rutherford, and one of the most crowded position rooms on the roster is wide receiver. According to insider Art Stapleton on X, the Giants have received calls about Darnell Mooney from teams inquiring about his availability.

Mooney arrived this offseason from the Atlanta Falcons, and at this point, his chances of staying or leaving appear to be fairly even. It will ultimately come down to the decision made by the coaching staff and front office ahead of the 2026 NFL season.

The Giants have a mix of familiar faces and a major offseason addition competing for opportunities. Cam Skattebo, Devin Singletary and Tyrone Tracy Jr. are all battling for roles, while newly signed Najee Harris has added another intriguing element to the competition.

Skattebo appears to have taken the lead and has made a strong case to become the Giants’ RB1. Meanwhile, Harris remains something of an unknown after a solid run with the Pittsburgh Steelers but a serious injury during the 2025 season with the Los Angeles Chargers. That uncertainty puts additional pressure on Tracy as the Giants prepare to finalize their roster.

What is the Giants’ current running back depth chart?

John Harbaugh was asked directly about the current pecking order at running back and offered almost no clues about how the competition is developing ahead of the 2026 season.

“It’s an ongoing pecking order. It’s ongoing right now. It’s still to be determined over the course of the next week to see exactly where it shakes out. We’ll keep working at it.”

The answer was deliberately cryptic. Harbaugh did not identify an RB1, RB2 or any player who might be in danger of missing the final roster, making it clear that the Giants are still evaluating the group.

Still, the preseason has provided some indications. Skattebo appears to have established himself as one of the safest players in the room, while Singletary’s experience and familiarity with the organization also give him a strong position heading into the final roster decisions.

Najee Harris and Tyrone Tracy under pressure

The biggest questions may surround Najee Harris and Tyrone Tracy Jr. Harris brings a proven NFL résumé after several productive seasons with the Steelers, but his current form remains difficult to evaluate after suffering a serious injury while playing for the Chargers in 2025.

If Harris is healthy and returns to his previous level, his experience and production could make him extremely difficult to leave off the roster. But the Giants also need to determine exactly what he can provide after the injury.

Tracy’s situation is equally fascinating. He has shown flashes as a runner and receiver, while also providing value on special teams. However, two costly mistakes during the preseason — a missed blocking assignment against the Vikings and a red-zone fumble against the Dolphins — have complicated his case.

Ezeudu suffered a hard blow to one of his legs after a teammate rolled up on it. In addition, Harbaugh revealed to the media that Francis Mauigoa suffered a stinger and is expected to return to practice with his teammates this week.

The first images of No. 75 getting up from the field in discomfort alarmed everyone. Fortunately for everyone in New York, it appears he is not facing any major risks heading into what’s next.

Harbaugh’s physical style of play requires his players to be at 100%, and both Ezeudu and Mauigoa are important pieces of this project. For now, it appears both should be available for the start of the season in Week 1.

The role of Ezeudu and Mauigoa on the Giants

The new era in East Rutherford with the arrival of a new coaching staff also means a different work culture from what the team had been doing before. Harbaugh is emphasizing a more physical style of play, which could make the roles of both Joshua Ezeudu and Francis Mauigoa particularly important.

Both players are listed on the depth chart as guards, alongside Evan Neal, although they could also line up at tackle if needed. Their primary goal is to protect Jaxson Dart and make sure he takes as few hits as possible.

The Giants’ imposing offensive line

If completely healthy for Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys, the G-Men starting offensive line features Andrew Thomas on the left side alongside guard Jon Runyan Jr., with John Michael Schmitz holding down the middle at center. The right side is anchored by rookie Francis Mauigoa taking over at right guard, paired with Jermaine Eluemunor at right tackle, giving New York a far more aggressive and physical front to counter Dallas’ front seven.

Final game before the start of the season

After winning both of their preseason games—first against the Minnesota Vikings and then against the Dolphins—Harbaugh’s Giants will wrap up their preseason on familiar ground. Next Friday, August 28, they will close out their preparation against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in the Big Apple rivalry.