Even before Bryce Ford-Wheaton landed on injured reserve (IR) with a torn Achilles, several undrafted rookie free agents were pushing for a spot on the New York Giants‘ 53-man roster.
Because of his special teams prowess and unique utility, Dalen Cambre was considered an early favorite. However, after six training camp practices, there may be a new frontrunner in the wide receiver room: Beaux Collins.
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The 6-foot-3, 201-pound Collins, who joined the Giants out of Notre Dame, has been receiving first-team reps, just as he had during minicamp, and has seized upon his opportunity thus far.
Collins has made several standout plays, using his size and length to outmuscle defenders. He’s been on the receiving end of big gains off the arms of both Russell Wilson and fellow rookie Jaxson Dart.
“I think guys like Collins have really shown some unbelievable growth,” Wilson told reporters last week.
With Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Wan’Dale Robinson, and Jalin Hyatt already locked into roster spots, there are precious few jobs available at receiver. That’s especially true if you throw in Ihmir Smith-Marsette, who will serve as the team’s return specialist.
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That leaves Collins and a handful of others vying for one or two spots, depending on how many the Giants opt to carry.
But plays like this will only help Collins state his case:
There’s still a long way to go in camp and the preseason, and everything is subject to change, but at least for now, Collins appears to be leading the race in what has turned out to be a deep wide receiver room.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Beaux Collins staking claim for spot on Giants 53-man roster