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Giants’ DT Ryder Anderson making most of big opportunity

During the first episode of ‘Hard Knocks’, New York Giants defensive coordinator Shane Bowen said there might be a role as a penetrating defensive lineman for Ryder Anderson, who spent last season on the practice squad.

Anderson said he has not watched ‘Hard Knocks’, but friends have ensured he has seen the clip.

“I just think opportunity,” Anderson said after Monday’s first fully-padded practice. “It’s a chance for me to go out there and prove that I can be a part of the defense.”

Right now, the 25-year-old former undrafted free agent could be more than “part of the defense.