Eric Gray could play larger role than expected for Giants in opener

Running back Eric Gray, whom the Giants selected in the fifth round, hasn’t garnered as much attention as fellow rookies Deonte Banks, John Michael Schmitz, Jalin Hyatt and Tre Hawkins, all of whom are expected to start or have significant roles.

Gray will instead have to be much more patient finding playing time with star Saquon Barkley ahead of him.

But Gray will still have a big opportunity to make a major impact