Kurtis in Florida: With the signing of Logan Ryan, do the Giants have a competent secondary to compete and be a Top 10 secondary in the league this year?
John Schmeelk: The Giants' secondary is certainly better, but it would be premature to rank any NFL secondary before games are played. Joe Judge and Dave Gettleman spoke last week about using Ryan in a number of different spots, which could indicate he might be used as more of an inside cornerback and box player in a cornerback/safety hybrid role in various sub-packages than as a pure cornerback. It would still leave big roles for relatively unproven cornerbacks on the outside across from James Bradberry - and potentially in the slot - if Ryan doesn't fill that role immediately. No matter who wins those jobs, they will be unproven as NFL starters.
Phil in New York: While I agree that Logan Ryan is a solid player, with a winning pedigree, and strong veteran leadership, was he really worth signing? Doesn't this take away developmental opportunities from the younger players? Why would a team that is not competing for a title use capital on a one-year solution when they should be thinking long term?
John Schmeelk: The Giants want to win football games this year and Ryan will help them do it. With Xavier McKinney sidelined for an extended period of time, there will be snaps available that are not going to be filled by a high-profile draft pick. Ryan can step into that role and play well, and help the team win games. There is also room at cornerback without taking away snaps from young players who the team believes have bright futures. The position had a dearth of experienced, accomplished players, and Ryan fills a huge need there. Being a better, more competitive team also helps young players develop.
Bobby in New York: Now that training camp winds down, and cuts are inevitable, how many wide receivers do you think Joe Judge and Jason Garrett keep in their offense (or maybe for special teams)? And which receivers land on the 2020 expanded practice squad?
John Schmeelk: It will be very tough for this coaching staff to cut the receiver position. The only four wide receivers who are highly likely to land on the final 53-man roster are Sterling Shepard, Golden Tate, Darius Slayton, and Corey Coleman. After those four veterans, the rest of the spots are up for grabs among the youngsters in camp.
If history is any indication, the team will keep six wide receivers if they can get significant special teams contributions from at least one of those players, like they did from Cody Core last season. David Sills, Alex Bachman, Austin Mack, CJ Board and Binjimen Victor have had productive moments in camp. The team determining which of those players are more likely to slip through waivers and onto the practice squad might determine where they all land.
The Giants have signed cornerback Logan Ryan.
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) lines up for the snap during a regular season Week 13 NFL football game between the Houston Texans and the Tennessee Titans, Sunday December 3, 2017 in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans beat the Texans 24-13 (Matt Patterson via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) in coverage during an NFL AFC divisional playoff football game against the New England Patriots on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018 in Foxborough, Mass. New England won 35-14. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) waves his arms as he comes onto the field in a cloud of white smoke during pregame player introductions before the 2017 NFL week 9 regular season football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans won the game 23-20. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders, Sunday, September 10, 2017, in Nashville, TN. The Raiders won 26-16. (Paul Abell via AP)
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (13) runs a route in front of Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during a week 6 NFL football game on Monday, Oct. 16, 2017 in Nashville, Tenn. Tennessee won 36-22. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Tennessee Titans Logan Ryan (26) plays in a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars during an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Jacksonville, Fla. (Tom DiPace via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan gets set on defense in action against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL AFC Wildcard football game on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018, in Kansas City, Mo. The Titans won, 22-21. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) sets up for a play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) in coverage during an NFL AFC Championship football against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. Kansas City won 35-24. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) looks on during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs during the NFL AFC Championship football game, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. The Chiefs defeated the Titans 35-24. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) in coverage during an NFL AFC Championship football against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. Kansas City won 35-24. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) looks to defend during an NFL divisional playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, in Baltimore. The Titans beat the Ravens 28-12. (Matt Patterson via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) stands in pass coverage as he awaits the snap of the football during the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. The Chiefs defeated the Titans 35-24. (Scott Boehm via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) in coverage during an NFL AFC Championship football against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. Kansas City won 35-24. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan gets set on defense against the Kansas City Chiefs during an NFL AFC Championship football game, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won, 35-24. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) gets set during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs during the NFL AFC Championship football game, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. The Chiefs defeated the Titans 35-24. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) in coverage during an NFL AFC Championship football against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, in Kansas City, MO. Kansas City won 35-24. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
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Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) drops into coverage in an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020 in Baltimore. The Titans defeated the Ravens 28-12
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) drops into coverage in an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020 in Baltimore. The Titans defeated the Ravens 28-12
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) defends against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, in Baltimore. The Titans won 28-12. (Perry Knotts via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) closes to the ball in an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the New England Patriots, Saturday, January 4, 2020 in Foxborough, Mass. The Titans defeated the Patriots 20-13.
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) drops into coverage in an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020 in Baltimore. The Titans defeated the Ravens 28-12
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Saints beat the Titans 38-28. (Cooper Neill via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan is seen before a play against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, in Baltimore. The Titans won 28-12. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Saints beat the Titans 38-28. (Cooper Neill via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) celebrates with his teammates after an interception during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass.(Logan Bowles via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) celebrates his interception during an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the New England Patriots on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020 in Foxborough, Mass. The Titans won, 20-13. (Ric Tapia via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) in coverage during an NFL regular season football game against the Houston Texans on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 in Houston. The Titans won, 35-14. (Ric Tapia via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) looks on during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Saints beat the Titans 38-28. (Cooper Neill via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan celebrates his interception for a touchdown against the New England Patriots in the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) runs to the play during an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Texans beat the Titans 24-21. (Matt Patterson via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan warms up before an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the New England Patriots, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) drops into coverage during an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday Dec. 15, 2019 in Nashville. The Texans defeated the Titans 24-21. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) in action on defense during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019 in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans defeated the Chiefs 35-32. (Joe Robbins via AP)
Tennessee Titans' Logan Ryan (26) celebrates after sacking Houston Texans quarterback AJ McCarron during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
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Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) celebrates after an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans defeated the Chargers, 23-20. (Ryan Kang via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) makes the tackle on tight end Darren Fells (87) after a reception during an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Texans beat the Titans 24-21. (Matt Patterson via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) intercepts a pass intended for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Zach Pascal (14) during the second half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) calls out a coverage during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers defeated the Titans 30-20. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan wears special cleats as part of the NFL's "My Cause My Cleats" campaign before an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) defends during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans defeated the Chargers, 23-20. (Ryan Kang via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) follows a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan plays against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) defends during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans defeated the Chargers, 23-20. (Ryan Kang via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) lines up before the snap during a regular season Week 7 NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Cleveland Browns on Sunday October 22, 2017 in Cleveland. The Titians beat the Browns 12-9 in overtime (Matt Patterson via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan, center, hits Denver Broncos quarterback Joe Flacco as he releases during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) runs onto the field during player introductions prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans defeated the Chargers, 23-20. (Ryan Kang via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) plays against the Cleveland Browns during the second half in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) closes in on Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan plays against the Indianapolis Colts in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) runs the ball back after he intercepted a pass against the Indianapolis Colts in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. Ryan was ruled down where the interception was made. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. Tennessee won 43-13. (Aaron Doster via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan plays against the Indianapolis Colts in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) plays against the Cleveland Browns during the second half in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) is under pressure from Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during the first half in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. Tennessee won 43-13. (Aaron Doster via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL preseason football game against the New England Patriots on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019 in Nashville. The Patriots won, 22-17. (Ric Tapia via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) jogs into position during the week 14 regular season NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018 in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans won the game 30-9. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) keeps watch during the second half in an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) intercepts the ball intended for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (80) during the second half in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) drops into coverage in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers Saturday August 25, 2018 in Pittsburgh. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL regular season game against the Houston Texans on Monday, Nov. 26, 2018 in Houston. The Texans won, 34-17. (Ric Tapia via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) defends during an NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. The Steelers defeated the Titans, 18-6. (Ryan Kang via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) breaks up a mass intended for New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) during an NFL football game, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) defends against Houston Texans wide receiver Bruce Ellington (12) running a pass route during a regular season Week 4 NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Houston Texans on Sunday October 1, 2017 in Houston. The Texans beat the Titans 57-14 (Matt Patterson via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) lines up in the secondary during a Week 9 NFL game against the Dallas Cowboys on Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys 28-14. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) lines up in the secondary during a Week 9 NFL game against the Dallas Cowboys on Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys 28-14. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) blocks a pass intended for Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) during the first half of an NFL football game at Wembley stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) celebrates after a defensive play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans defeated the Eagles 26-23 in overtime. (Perry Knotts via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Logan Ryan (26) during an NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018 in Pittsburgh. The Steelers won, 16-6. (Ric Tapia via AP)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (25) drop into coverage during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017, Pittsburgh. The Steelers defeated the Titans 40-17. (Al Tielemans via AP)
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Nolan in New York: Is there a time limit/period with a player who flashed but gets waived, such as Javon Leake or Christian Angoulo, to be added to the practice squad?
John Schmeelk: Practice squads are not formed until after the waiver process is completed after the final cuts over Labor Day Weekend. No players can be added to practice squads until then.
Joe in Iowa: I think the most exciting thing this year is our new head coach. Is there a clear difference between Joe Judge's group and say Pat Shurmur's or Ben McAdoo's teams? And if so, in what way does Judge's squad stand out?
John Schmeelk: I wish I could give you a better answer answer than "we'll have to wait and see," but I can't. We haven't seen these players in a competitive situation against another team yet. One constant refrain I hear from everyone around the team, including the players, is that the new coaching staff exhibits an overwhelming attention to detail. There also seems to be an understanding of accountability for players to perform their specific roles above all else and for them to avoid mental mistakes.
Paul in Austria: I'm a Giants supporter from Austria, Europe. Of course, I'm incredibly excited about the addition of Sandro Platzgummer to the roster, given that Sandro is the first player from Austria in the NFL in almost 40 years. Is there any real chance for Sandro to make the final roster? What's his competition and how many RBs are likely going to make the team?
John Schmeelk: Platzgummer has gotten opportunities with the rest of the running backs, but this kind of shortened training camp is tough on players who are not expected to be starters or primary back-ups. Reps are very limited in practice because there isn't a lot of time on the field. Someone like Platzgummer might be best suited in a developmental role on the practice squad given the unique challenges of the season.
View photos of the Giants' active roster as it currently stands.
CB Corey Ballentine
RB Saquon Barkley
OT Jackson Barton
WR C.J. Board
CB James Bradberry
LB Cam Brown
LB TJ Brunson
OLB Lorenzo Carter
DB Adrian Colbert
LB Carter Coughlin
LB Tae Crowder
P Riley Dixon
LB Devante Downs
(Kevin Terrell via AP)
DB Nate Ebner
TE Evan Engram
OLB Kyler Fackrell
OT Cameron Fleming
RB Wayne Gallman
K Graham Gano
G Nick Gates
OLB Markus Golden
G Will Hernandez
DL B.J. Hill
(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
CB Darnay Holmes
DL Austin Johnson
QB Daniel Jones
LS Casey Kreiter
DL Dexter Lawrence
OL Shane Lemieux
RB Dion Lewis
CB Julian Love
LB Blake Martinez
QB Colt McCoy
DL R.J. McIntosh
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OT Matt Peart
RB Elijhaa Penny
S Jabrill Peppers
C Spencer Pulley
WR Damion Ratley
CB Logan Ryan
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WR Sterling Shepard
WR Darius Slayton
(AP Photo/Michael Perez)
TE Kaden Smith
(AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
WR Golden Tate III
OT Andrew Thomas
TE Levine Toilolo
DL Dalvin Tomlinson
TE Eric Tomlinson
DB Brandon Williams
DL Leonard Williams
OLB Oshane Ximines
(AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis)
G Kevin Zeitler
CB Isaac Yiadom
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