July 31st, 2009 
Jeremy Fuchs 
Posted in Antonio Pierce finished his testimony in front of a grand jury today. Pierce did not speak, but his lawyer, Michael Bachner, did: “Mr. Pierce’s testimony was clear, coherent and consistent,” his lawyer, Michael Bachner, told reporters as the Giants’ middle linebacker, wearing a black suit, white shirt and no tie, stood behind him. “The grand [...]
Archive for July, 2009
Tags: Pierce “Should Be Concerned”
Vinny DiTrani of the Bergen Record passes along a quote from Richard Aborn, a member of the Manhattan DA office, who said Pierce “should be concerned” about possible charges in the Plaxico Burress case.
Giants Tickets On Sale TODAY!
Just a quick reminder that the Giants public onsale for individual game tickets starts today at 12PM EST. If you couldn’t get tickets during the presale earlier this week, here’s your chance to score those tickets you wanted! As always, these will go quick, so don’t delay! Click here to purchase tickets
Comments OffBeatty, Sintim Sign Contracts
The Giants have signed 2nd round draft picks Clint Sintim and Will Beatty to contracts. More details when they are available. The only remaining unsigned draft pick is Hakeem Nicks. UPDATE: (6:00 EST) The Daily News is reporting that WR Micah Rucker and LB Kelvin Smith were released to make room for Sintim and Beatty. [...]
Nicks Still Negotiating
Ernie Palladino, of the Journal News, received an email from Peter Schaffer, the agent for Hakeem Nicks: “Working hard every day,” Shaffer said. “We shall see.” Obviously, not much there. Let’s hope he gets a deal done before camp.
Pierce Offers Testimony
Antonio Pierce appeared today in front of a grand jury to testify about his involvement in the Plaxico Burress gun case. Not much is known about what he said, but this is what his lawyer, Michael Bachner, said: “Mr. Pierce’s grand jury presentation is ongoing. He hasn’t completed his testimony,” Bachner said. “And in respect [...]
Next Up On The Witness Stand: Antonio Pierce
From Ralph Vacchiano The Giants’ middle linebacker and defensive leader is scheduled to be in Manhattan tomorrow to testify in front of the grand jury that’s investigating the Plaxico Burress shooting, a law enforcement source told the Daily News. Pierce’s testimony will come one day after Burress took his turn in front of the grand [...]
GiantsGab MailBag!
Today, we’re answering your questions for our GiantsGab MailBag! Remember you can ask them here or in the comments section. Our first question is from Greg. Mark Picucci is answering: I’m still skeptical. Are the receivers good enough to win a championship? Because now is their time. I hate to say this, but I am [...]
Coughlin on Jim Johnson:
For those of you that haven’t heard, Eagles Defensive Coordinator Jim Johnson has passed away from cancer at age 68. Here is what Coughlin had to say. “It is a sad, very sad, day. I talked recently to (Eagles video director) Mike Dougherty and asked him to let Jim know that I was thinking about [...]
Pierce Might Be in Trouble With League, Too
Ralph Vacchiano of the Daily News passes along this report: Antonio Pierce might not only be in trouble with the law. He could be in trouble with the NFL, too. The news that Pierce might be facing criminal charges in connection with his role in the Plaxico Burress shooting caught the attention of the league [...]
