BREAKING: Giants RB Turning Heads at Camp—Is Eric Gray the Secret Weapon in 2025? 👀

Many Giants fans expected running back Eric Gray to step up in 2024 following Saquon Barkley’s departure in free agency — but that breakout never materialized.

The signing of Devin Singletary and the rise of rookie Tyrone Tracy Jr. pushed Gray down the depth chart. Now entering his third NFL season, Gray still brings some value with his ability to contribute as both a runner and receiver, but his ball security issues became a major red flag last year. With Cam Skattebo added to the roster and Ihmir Smith-Marsette taking over as the return specialist, Gray’s future in New York is uncertain.

Eric Gray, RB – Snapshot

• Height: 5’10” | Weight: 211 lbs
• Experience: 3rd NFL season
• College: Oklahoma
• Drafted: Round 5, 2023

2024 Season Recap

Gray saw limited action in 2024, totaling just 24 touches for 113 yards and no touchdowns. More concerning: he fumbled three times.

As the primary kick returner, he returned 21 kicks for 554 yards, averaging a respectable 26.4 yards per return — but that wasn’t enough to solidify his place in the offense.

Contract Situation

Gray signed a four-year rookie deal in 2023 worth $4.08 million, with $244,980 guaranteed — paid as annual bonuses of $61,245.

While he has two years left on his deal, Gray is easier to cut financially than Singletary, Skattebo, or Tracy, making him a potential cap casualty if the Giants carry fewer than four running backs.

2025 Outlook

New York’s backfield is deeper this season, with Singletary, Tracy, and rookie Skattebo leading the charge, and Dante “Turbo” Miller returning as well.

Gray’s roster spot is far from safe. He and Miller will likely battle for one of the final backfield slots, with emphasis on ball security, pass protection, and special teams value.

To make the 53-man roster, Gray must prove he can hold onto the ball and offer consistent contributions beyond basic carries — otherwise, he may be on the outside looking in by the end of camp.