How many 53-man roster spots can the New York Giants devote to players who are primarily special teams contributors? That determination could be a factor in whether or not journeyman defensive back/special teamer Elijah Riley has a realistic chance to make the team in 2024.
Let’s discuss Riley as we continue player-by-player profiles of the Giants’ 90-man roster.
The skinny
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 205
Opening day age: 26
Position: Defensive back
Experience: 4
Contract: One-year, $1.125 million | 2024 cap hit: $985,000 | Fully guaranteed: $0
Career to date
Riley joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 2020 as an undrafted free agent after playing collegiately at Army.