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2022 NFL Draft: Giants’ commitment to Saquon Barkley central to draft plan

The New York Giants are almost certain to select a running back in the 2022 NFL Draft. The questions are how early and what type of back will the opt for? The answers depend almost entirely on what the new regime of GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll really believes about the future of Saquon Barkley with the Giants.

Let’s dive into the running back spot as we continue position by position looks at the Giants leading up to the draft.

The current depth chart

Starter: Saquon Barkley
Backups: Matt Breida, Gary Brightwell, Antonio Williams, Sandro Platzgummer

The Giants cut Devontae Booker in a salary cap move, and added low-cost veterans Matt Breida and Antonio Williams as depth.