9 New York Giants most likely to be involved in a training camp fight

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The New York Giants will officially report for training camp on Tuesday, with their first full practice scheduled to get underway on Wednesday. From there, it's full steam ahead to cutdown down and the 2025 regular season.
In addition to their usual camp practices, the Giants will also hold two joint sessions with the New York Jets in mid-August ahead of their preseason clash. One practice will be held in East Rutherford and the other in Florham Park.
For the Giants, these will be the dog days of summer. And per usual, you can expect tempers to flare. Training camp is often the home to some fights, especially during joint practices, and 2025 promises to be no different.
Here's a look at nine Giants players likely to be involved in a training camp fight (in no particular order).
Dexter Lawrence
Dexter Lawrence is a menace in the middle of the defense, and if he's taking a full slate of reps at camp, it's only a matter of time before his physical dominance and relentless trash talk get under someone's skin. Throw in 90-100 degree temperatures, and it's the perfect mixture for an altercation. The only remaining question is, who would dare want to throw down with Sexy Dexy?
Cam Skattebo
Assuming Cam Skattebo makes his return to the field as a full participant in camp, there's little doubt that the rookie's physical running style will rub some the wrong way. He also isn't one to shy away from an altercation, especially considering he has a chip on his shoulder and a desire to prove he belongs.
James Hudson
If we were to provide some betting odds, James Hudson would likely be among the favorites (even in this nine-player group) to engage in a training camp fight. Hudson already got into it with linebacker Brian Burns, who we'll discuss in a moment, during organized team activities (OTAs), and then back in 2023 with the Cleveland Browns, he threw hands with defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo.
Kayvon Thibodeaux
Speaking of that fight at OTAs, Kayvon Thibodeaux was front and center. He exchanged blows with offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor, who had his helmet ripped off, and is no stranger to trash talk. Thibs and former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant engaged in a prolonged war of words this offseason, and when you throw in soaring temperatures, you can bet things will get tense.
Brian Burns
And now we circle back around to Brian Burns, who ran in from the sidelines to tackle Hudson in the aforementioned fight during OTAs. He was also on the field during several heated moments in 2024 when the Giants and Detroit Lions held joint practices -- ones that involved then-Giants quarterback Daniel Jones.
Greg Van Roten
Offensive linemen are often center stage when fights break out, and on some levels, Greg Van Roten is no different. His physicality frustrated several Lions during their joint practices a year ago, and it was the cheap shot he took that really set things off. The veteran guard may not be out there looking to cause chaos, but he's not going to dial things back, either. Van Roten is a potential catalyst.
Malik Nabers
It's highly unlikely that Malik Nabers will get into it with one of his own teammates, especially given his importance to the offense. However, when the Giants and New York Jets meet for joint practices, all bets are off. Nabers engaged with Lions cornerback Kerby Joseph last season, setting off a string of massive brawls that resulted in both organizations enduring heavy fines.
Theo Johnson/Abdul Carter
This is strictly an in-house situation that encompasses two players, filling one spot. Theo Johnson and Abdul Carter are intense athletes who have a history dating back to their days at Penn State. Although the pair has a mutual respect for one another, both admit there is some "unfinished business" that needs to be settled. Nothing will start maliciously, but there is at least some small chance things escelate between these two.
Jermaine Eluemunor
Jermaine Eluemunor isn't backing down from anyone. He may seem like a gentle giant on social media, but as we mentioned earlier, he doesn't shy away from on-field scraps. He engaged with Thibodeaux during OTAs and regularly plays through the whistle. If he's shutting down an edge rusher consistently in hot weather, things are going to get testy.