Giants Now: PFF names Eric Gray the Offensive Player of the Week

PFF names Eric Gray the Offensive Player of the Week

Following his standout performance against the Lions last Thursday, running back Eric Gray is garnering praise from members of the media.

Pro Football Focus recently named Gray its Offensive Player of the Week after his dominant outing.

“Gray put together an electric performance during his time on the field, finishing with four carries for 52 yards and two touchdowns —most of which came on an impressive 48-yard touchdown run in the second quarter — in addition to four receptions for 46 yards and a forced missed tackle,” wrote PFF’s Editorial Team. “The touchdown run may get the most attention, but Gray’s receiving ability could be the key to him earning a real role in New York’s offense.”

The second-year running back touched the ball only eight times, but that was all he needed to make a significant impact as he averaged 12.25 yards per touch.

Gray showed great burst while totaling 52 yards on the ground, including the aforementioned 48-yard touchdown, while catching all four passes thrown his way.

The 24-year-old ran well in the open field, using his shiftiness to force a missed tackle, and finished the day with both Giants touchdowns. It’s no secret that there is an open competition for the spots behind Devin Singletary on the running back depth chart, and Gray’s performance against the Lions certainly helped strengthen his case.

“I just wanted to put my best foot forward,” Gray said after the game. “Like I said, I just want to be Eric Gray; just be me. Last year, I kind of made football more than it is. It’s just football at the end of the day. Just being me.”