August 22nd, 2011 
Jeremy Fuchs 
Posted in That’s definitely a much better start than last week. Defense looked sharper, offense looked better. Giants go into the half leading 20-6. The offense has been up and down, but the running game has been sharp. Jacobs had a touchdown and looked really good. Jacobs looked in midseason form, which is good to see. Bradshaw [...]
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Giants Bears Game Preview
This will be the 2nd preseason game, a Monday nighter (Which is why T and M will be pushed back to Tuesday) against Da Bears. Starters should play a bit longer. INJURIES: (These guys sat out practice Saturday). DE Osi Umenyiora (knee), CB Prince Amukamara, OL Adam Koets(knee/PUP), LB Clint Stintim (knee), S Brian Jackson (back) and WRs Domenik Hixon (knee),Darius Reynaud (hamstring) and Ramses Barden (ankle/PUP). Sage [...]
Giants To Sign Jimmy Kennedy
The Giants will sign defensive tackle Jimmy Kennedy, according to reports. When the deal becomes official is unclear. Kennedy, 31, last played with the Vikings. The former number 12 overall pick in 2003 out of Penn State. He has 8.5 career sacks. Kennedy will provide depth at the defensive tackle position.
Source: Osi Umenyiora Sidelined 3-4 Weeks
11.5 Sacks Last Season Good thing the Giants drafted Jason Pierre-Paul last year. Giants sack artist Osi Umenyiora underwent arthroscopic surgery on his knee this morning according to Mike Garafolo of the Newark Star-Ledger. The pass-rushing menace is likely to be out 3-4 weeks. Coach Tom Coughlin said, ”Hopefully it’ll take less time than the [...]
Tags: The 2nd Quarterback
I’ve always felt that being the 2nd quarterback is both the best and worst job. Best because you get to roam the sidelines of a NFL team and not really worry about much and get paid well. Worst, because if QB1 gets injured, it’s your show. It’s both the most important and most inconsequential position [...]
Is Eli In The Same Class As Tom Brady?
Eli Manning doesn’t lack for hubris, that’s for sure. When asked if he was in the same class as Tom Brady, here’s what Eli had to say: “I consider myself in that class,” Manning said. “Tom Brady is a great quarterback, he’s a great player and what you’ve seen with him is he’s gotten better every [...]
Giants, Boss agreed to verbal deal; Smith offered long-term deal last year
The Giants and now Oakland Raiders TE Kevin Boss had agreed to a verbal deal before Boss “hit the lottery,” this according to Giants owner John Mara. Mara, who was on ESPN Radio, said the Giants and Boss had agreed to a deal, but Boss struck it large and decided to take the money. **************** [...]
Giants sign K Rhys Lloyd, Waived/Injured CB Woddny Turenne
The Giants have signed kickoff specialist Rhys Lloyd. Lloyd will likely be a replacement kicker for a week or two, until K Lawrence Tynes can make it back from a quad injury. As a corresponding roster move, the Giants waived/injured CB Woddny Turenne. If you recall, the Giants tried to sign Lloyd in 2010, but [...]
Comments OffGabbin’ With the Fantasy Football Expert
Were very lucky today here on the Gab, as today we have an exclusive guest to help our readers with fantasy football. Ebenezer Samuel is one of the beat writers who covers the Giants for The New York Daily News. He’s also a fantasy football aficionado and today, he’s here to answer your questions! JW: [...]
Giants Try Out Shayne Graham: No Word On If He Signed
The Giants hosted kicker, and former Giant, Shayne Graham for a tryout today. The 33 year old Graham spent one game in Blue last season as an emergency replacement for Tynes. Tynes, who injured his thigh in the game against Carolina, has not been able to kick the past few days, leaving placekicking duties to [...]
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