Three things to watch for during the Giants’ first preseason game against the Lions on Friday:

Saquon Barkley is not expected to play, there is no sense putting too much wear and tear on backup Matt Breida and Gary Brightwell is out with an injury.

So Gray will get the ball on offense — he is an adept pass-catcher out of the backfield — and he also will get a shot as a kick returner. 

Jason Pinnock is running with the first team, but second-year player Dane Belton and veteran newcomer Bobby McCain are in the hunt at strong safety.

It will be interesting to see how the snaps are divided up. 

Matt Peart has been subbing with the starters at right tackle in place of Evan Neal (concussion) and Peart figures to see plenty of action in the preseason opener.

Will he hold up?