Bob Folger· Aug 16, 2026
Reviewing the Giants' preseason opener trench play, Folger projects Marcus Mbow as the team's swing tackle locked in at offensive tackle, sees Daniel Faalele settling in as the swing guard, and thinks UDFA Ryan Schenercke is on his way to earning a practice squad spot.
“Mbow committed one false start, battled well on the pass block, and seemed to cement his spot as this team’s swing tackle.”
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3 checkable claims — 2 depth chart calls and 1 roster spot call — each graded on its own rather than as one all-or-nothing bet.
It names 4 players and teams, each linked to their own record.
None of them have settled yet — they grade once their results are in.
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- Depth Chart CallsMarcus MbowNew York GiantsAug 16, 2026
Marcus Mbow to be 2nd on the depth chart
“seemed to cement his spot as this team’s swing tackle... it looks like he’s locked into offensive tackle.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsDaniel FaaleleNew York GiantsAug 16, 2026
Daniel Faalele to be 2nd on the depth chart
“He seems locked into being this team’s swing guard, but we have questions about whether there are better options for that role already on this team.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Roster Spot CallsRyan ScherneckeNew York GiantsAug 16, 2026
Ryan Schernecke to make the roster
“he is off to a strong start in claiming a spot on the practice squad.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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