NY Giants Blog

ROLLE-N ALONG

2010-03-08T11:31:00.001-05:00

Nice pickup by Big Blue...Rolle will complement the defense...

With Carr gone, could Jake Dellhome wind up as the backup?

PIERCE GONE!

2010-02-23T10:47:00.002-05:00

It wasn't a surprise that the G-men cut LB Aaron Pierce...he's too much of a question mark coming off an injury...will be interesting to see if he hooks up with another team...

On a related note, the Charges release LT...would he fit as a backup with Big Blue? Not so sure, but it might be fun to pick him up....

HEADS START TO ROLL!!!!!

2010-01-06T10:32:00.004-05:00

Really no surprise - Bill Sheridan is out as Defensive Coordinator -the D just quit on him...one name has surfaced - Former Bears and Bills Coach Dick Jauron...that would be interesting...

One question I will be curious to see...who else gets the boot? or will a new coordinator be the only change?

AWFUL!!!!!!

2010-01-06T10:32:00.001-05:00

Nothing else needs to be said.....

THE LAST GAME!

2010-01-01T19:29:00.002-05:00

Well, like it or not, Sunday is it for Big Blue...and given the injuries this year, it can't be a surprise to see them going off into the night meekly....

Last Sunday was probably the worst performance the team has had in a long time...and to make that the swan song at Giants Stadium makes it even worse...

Rumors are some changes are in the often among the coaches...Mr. Sheridan's name has surfaced and being on the block...one wonders who they will go after as a replacement?????

THANK GOD! A THRASHING!

2009-12-21T23:38:00.001-05:00

This game worried me...but after the first two series, I knew the G-Men would romp...nice win. Two more and we could get in...Sunday will be a tough test against Carolina.

CHRIS HENRY DEAD

2009-12-17T12:57:00.001-05:00

The sad news broke early Thursday...another tragic story for a young football player...and another blow to the Bengals...

Such a shame since it seemed like he'd turned his life around...

OUCH! WHERE'S THE D?

2009-12-17T12:54:00.002-05:00

A loss to the Eagles always hurts...gaining 512 yards on 0ffense and losing really hurts. This was a nightmare....and the hopes of a playoff birth are slipping away.

A Monday night affair against the Redskins is next....this could be another nightmare!

If you are in Southern Ocean County, come hang out with me at the Lighthouse Tavern on Rt. 9 in Waretown...we'll be watching the game, drink specials and a free halftime buffet...it gets started at 8p Monday night...

WHAT A WIN!!!!!

2009-12-06T19:54:00.000-05:00

Now, that's the Giants we have come to know and the Cowboys, too...Next up, the Eagles!

1st half...nice finish

2009-12-06T17:33:00.002-05:00

It looked like Big Blue was dead, but two TDs in the last 2:00 gives
them the lead 14-10. Can they keep it up?

IT'S BEEN A BAD TIME...

2009-11-16T10:42:00.002-05:00

The bye week offered sopme solice...both the Eagles and Cow-girls lost...but we need to get back on track...
I'm hoping the week off can give the Giants some time to regroup...and prepare for two tough games in 5 days...Atlanta and at Denver won't be easy...but two wins would get us back in the hunt for a Wild Card and give us some juice heading into the NFC East 3 game stretch - Dallas, Philly and at Washington....

Lets hope the defense shows up Sunday...

BACK TO EARTH...

2009-10-18T15:40:00.003-04:00

At 5-0, everyone started thinking Super Bowl...after today, reality has set in....New Orleans exposed the defense as flawed...and this was a day to forget in the Big Easy.

Really not much to say...it's one game...moving on to Arizona next Sunday night...

4-0!!!!

2009-10-04T22:35:00.003-04:00

Another somewhat easy win in KC as the road warriors cruise
27-16...although the offense turned the ball over twice in the first
half, another unspectacular win. Steve Smith continues his great WR
play (and i thank god I have him on one fantasy team). The only
question is Eli's bruised heel...
Oakland is next...then a showdown with New Orleans coming off their
bye week...both could be unbeaten.

BIG WIN

2009-09-27T16:17:00.001-04:00

Nice shutout for Big Blue...Tampa really struggling...
The running game worked well...and another nice job by Eli and the WRs.
Next up - KC....

Can you believe Washington LOST to Detroit? Jim Zorn's gotta be close
to losing his job....

Can you believe Brett Farve's comeback against SF?

Tripp

Sent from my iPhone...which accounts for the shortness and
brevity...big fingers and a small keyboard don't mix...

WR PROBLEM....NOT!!!!!

2009-09-23T10:01:00.003-04:00

A quick check of the stats reveals an interesting fact...both Steve Smith and Mario Manningham are among the league leaders in receptions....while I'm not going to say this makes the WR issue a moot point - it does give Giants fans reason to hope. The passing game is needed to create some breathing room for the running game, which it didn't do last season after PLax went down...While Jacobs/Bradshaw have been held in check these first two games for the most part, the WRs have been better than expected...

Look for defenses to key more on Smith as the season develops, but if Hicks can get back into the lineup and do what the G-men think he can...then the Giants may have one of the better offenses in the NFC....and fans will have one less thing to worry about...

A WIN IN BIG D!!!!!

2009-09-21T11:51:00.002-04:00

What a great day in NYC sports on the gridiron...the Jets beat Belichick, Brady and the Pats for the first time at home in 9 years and the G-Men go to Dallas and ruin Jerry's Stadium opening....

The Giants played well on both sides of the ball, although the offense continued to struggle in the first half...The defense played well enough to win, and that's all that counts given the number of injuries. Gotta love WR Smith and Manningham stepping up....Romo certainly hurt his team with mistakes last night....

Prediction - just as they opened Giants Stadium in 1976, betcha Dallas plays the first game at the new Giants/Jets stadium against the G-Men...on a Sunday night...in prime time, if not Thursday night.....

Week 3 brings a trip to Tampa Bay - the Bucs will not be a pushover....

NICE WIN BUT AT A COST

2009-09-15T08:57:00.002-04:00

The Giants open the season with a win...the WRs did a good job, and the D was stellar...however, two injuries which could have an effect - WR Hicks and RB Ware out at least two weeks...could have an impact...
On to big D - this game will be a true test. But, I think the Giants can win...more later this week...

IT BEGINS!!!!

2009-09-13T09:00:00.003-04:00

Kickoff for the 2009 season is here...alot of folks pick the Giants to win the NFC...looking at their division rivals, I can see why....Dallas will never win with Wade as coach, Washington is a mess and the Eagles will feel Jim Johnson's loss more than they think...I like the G-Men this year...
Obviously, the WR question and injuries will be the main issues as the season wears on...

Today will be a big game from the standpoint of making a statement - the Giants want to show everyone they are ready for this season - the Skins have been underachieving for a couple of years and they want to show they mean business...expect a hard knocking game. The sked doesn't get any easier heading to big D next week and the house that money & Jerry built...

Prediction: Giants 17-10

TOO EARLY TO WORRY?

2009-08-26T19:58:00.002-04:00

It's only week 2 of the preseason but Saturday's game with the Bears causes me some concern about the offense....the WR position is giving me nightmares....still waiting for someone to step up....
While it is preseason...we should get more than 3 points, right?
This week's Jets Giant game should be interesting with Sanchez named the Jets starter...He looked very shaky....

PLAX COPS A PLEA...

2009-08-20T13:28:00.004-04:00

Surprising news this morning that Plaxico Burrus will cop a plea and go to the big house for 2 years...not sure if he will have to serve the whole two years in jail, but that will take him off the field for the next two seasons for sure - he's sentenced Sept. 22...he'll still face some type of suspension from the NFL when he comes back...Rumors were he was going to go to trial as a way to delay a plea and play this season, but the plea bargain may have been the best thing for him at this point (He could have gotten 3 1/2 years minimum if found guilty at trial). After hearing Mr. McNabb talk about wanting him to join the Eagles - this comes a relief to Giants fans...
Now...let's see if we can find a replacement for him at WR?

WHO LET THE DOGS OUT?

2009-08-15T19:35:00.003-04:00

Michael Vick signs with Philly....Man, some Philly fans are going nuts - you would think they would be excited about having a former Pro Bowler to back up McNabb...but, NOOOOOOOO.
I understand those who feel he got off easy, but folks, he's served his time...time for a second chance....
Let's see how this plays out...remember, it's a team option for 2010...they don't have to keep him if he proves to be too much of a distraction or not worth it.....

ELI'S CONTRACT...

2009-08-06T10:37:00.002-04:00

I was a guest of the Mike Richards show this morning on 960 The Fan in Calgary...They were somewhat surprised at the numbers, but I wasn't....
Two things here...1) Eli brought the team to a Super Bowl and has been 'a good soldier' - that's what they got him for, and 2) The Giants want to make sure they keep him around in lieu of the Jets' #1 golden boy Mark Sanchez.
One other point...the Plax contract going bye-bye helps with the financials to a certain extent.
Eli got what he deserved...in my mind, it's the right thing for the G-Men to do....

R.I.P JIM JOHNSON

2009-07-30T09:51:00.002-04:00

As someone who covered the Eagles for a couple of seasons, I have to comment of the loss of a great man...Jim Johnson was a BIG reasons the Eagles were such a thorn in the Giants side...he was a master at halftime adjustments...that's where the Eagles will lose with his loss.....
I'm sure the Eagles fans appreciate him in death and mourn his loss....

TRAINING CAMP QUESTIONS...

2009-07-30T09:41:00.002-04:00

On the eve of camp opening, a number of questions surround Big Blue...in my mind, the biggest is about the defense - the loss of Steve Spagnuolo as coordinator is a huge one - not sure if Bill Sheridan is the right move. The team spent alot of money in the off-season for free agents, but the old injury bug may hurt the team's chances. LB Michael Boley was the big ticket free agent pickup, but an injury and a one game suspension leave some doubt....
The other big question - who replaces Plax? The Giants' receiving corp is a big question mark, give the fact that they didn't score a TD with a wideout after week 11 and no one knows if a big play wideout can emerge...this will also affect the running game - Jacobs is good, but will Bradshaw be able to pick up the slack....

First game is less than 2 months out....lots can happen....

ANOTHER PLACE TO FIND ME...

2009-07-04T08:52:00.003-04:00

I'm not sure if I mentioned this in the past, but you can find my thoughts and comments on BLOGNYG.com...it's a blog for all things NYG...here's the link...http://www.blognyg.com/

There's a great article about the 5 things to know heading into camp.....

THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM...

2009-07-04T08:26:00.003-04:00

It's July 4th...a quiet time in the NFL before training camp opens...a few more days to ponder the upcoming season...
One suggestion...get on twitter...alot of useful info is there for football (The commish twitted during the draft)...

The Giants Coach is one of four touring Irag right now....

Just think...a month before the games begin....Yesssss!

TONY GONE FROM 'MNF'....

2009-05-18T21:25:00.002-04:00

I can''t say I'm totally shocked - Kornheiser off of the ESPN team, Chucky is in...Jon Gruden takes his spot alongside Tirico and Jaws. Good move...Gruden has some bite as a commentator, but if you think this is a perminent move for Chucky, you are wrong...he's on the sidelines within the next year....

Also, one other note - Michael Strahan will be starring in a new show for Fox this fall....

FARVE...ARE YOU SURPRISED?

2009-05-18T21:20:00.002-04:00

The news is Farve may come back and play for the Vikings....are you really surprised? I will go on record as saying he will not be playing when the Giants face the Vikes in week 17....Farve is done....he can only taint the storied career he's had...Think Steve Carlton.....

STADIUM MATES SCORE...

2009-05-03T12:54:00.003-04:00

The Jets made the most noise in the first round with the move to grab QB Mark Sanchez, which will make things interesting with a new coach too.

The Daily News has an interesting point...due to the economy, alot of higher priced PSL remain unsold for the Giants, and the Jets...but, will Sanchez provide a boost to the Jets in terms of sales? The bottom line is winning - the Giants will need to do so if they want to fill the new stadium....

DRAFT OVER, MOVING ON...

2009-05-03T12:50:00.002-04:00

Now that the die has been cast and the Giants are moving on with rookies replacing Plax...you must wonder if that's the right road. I think we won't know the answer until we start playing the games...but, the cost factor in terms of the future may determine whether not getting the vets available was the right move.

Draft review - Day 1

2009-04-26T00:26:00.001-04:00

I gotta say I like what I've seen so far in this draft...
The Giants drafted wide receiver Hakeem Nicks from North Carolina with the 29th overall pick in the first. And added linebacker Clint Sintim from Virgina and offensive tackle William Beatty from Connecticut with their second round picks.
The first pick is about what I expected...thought it might be Rutgers WR Kenny Britt because didn't think Hicks would be there...Glad to latch onto Hicks - I think he could pay off big time...
The second round saw the Giants fill a need in both positions and I agree with others, these two could see significant playing time...
I kinda wonder where the G-men will go in day two....might we see a surprise or two?

WHAT NOW AT WR?

2009-04-07T11:47:00.002-04:00

Since Friday, Big Blue fans are wondering what's next for the G-Men? Do they trade for a stud or draft a big time receiver? Not sure the answer to the question....I'd take a proven stud over a draft choice because you have some track record to base your decision on...Anquan Boldin is too injury prone, Braylon Edwards is a good receiver, but it he the answer? People in Cleveland don't think so....

One thing is certain...they need a deep threat to open up their running game...just who will it be?

A GIANT SURPRISE....

2009-04-03T15:57:00.002-04:00

GIANTS CUT BURRESS....the headline I expected for quite awhile....

As you are no doubt aware, I was not a huge Plax fan...knew this day with coming...and hoped it would come soon...He singlehandedly destroyed the team's chance for a repeat by shooting himself....
He's gone...now, the team can move on....but, of course, after his case is resolved, someone will sign him....

COUNTDOWN TO PLAX HEARING

2009-03-25T22:58:00.002-04:00

As the G-Men prepare for off-season activities, the big qiestion is what will happen to Plaxico? His hearing is scheduled for next week...if he goes to jail, problem solved...but, if the charge is dropped or he works out a deal...then the Giants will have a choice to make...and if the Eagles dealings with T.O. are any indication, he should be gone....The Giants season went up in smoke when he had his little gunplay...there has been nothing but bad news surrounding him since...if the Giants are smart, they would walk away....

The other problem with this case - if Plax walks on a lesser charge, people are going to scream since the gun laws are very clear in NYC....another case of two kinds of law - one for rich people, one for everyone else...

WARD GONE...T.O. OUT OF BIG D...

2009-03-06T11:10:00.003-05:00

As expected, the Giants lost Derrick Ward...the talented RB signs with T Bay...I like the Giants pickups in Free Agency...not the splashy players, but good solid players...

TO out...I forget where I read it, but someone suggested him as a replacement for Plax...NO WAY! He is a cancer in the locker room - saw it first hand in Philly....let Mini Me in Washington find out first hand or Al Davis in Oakland...stay as far away from him as possible...Not worth the headache...

DIFFERENT OFF-SEASON THIS YEAR...

2009-02-23T09:48:00.002-05:00

I was just thinking how different this year is to last...lots of words about what to do....and no championship to celebrate, just what if's...

Interesting to see GM Jerry Reese's comments about Plaxico....but then again, they really can't do anything until the legal issues are done, and they can then get relief from his salary, like in the Vick case...

They say they want RB Ward back, but I don't see it....WR Toomer gone too...

SOME RANDOM THOUGHTS...

2009-02-10T09:02:00.002-05:00

Interesting to hear the Giants mumble and grumble thru Super Bowl week...various arrows from some aimed at the coaches regarding game plans...Plaxico's injury...you wonder where this all leads...

Giants resign Carr as backup...not a bad move...gotta have a reliable backup to win in this league...see Pats with Cassel...

SUPER BOWL THOUGHTS...

2009-02-10T09:00:00.003-05:00

I'd like to pull a quote from my last post...

the only thing I will be interested in seeing if the Steelers can put them away. They let Baltimore hang around for far too long - if they do the same with the Cards - might have a different outcome...

And that's what happened...the Cards nearly pulled off the upset...but Six-burgh prevailed. A Good Game...but not the classic last year was.

On to the off-season...

WR PROBLEM

2009-01-27T00:07:00.002-05:00

Now, the question is what to do at WR - Plax is headed to jail...left is a bunch of #2's - I saw this with the Eagles in their Championship run - With TO, a #1 stud, they went to the Big Game. I think the Giants need a stud - Either Free Agent or #1 pick...

Without a true #1 receiver, the Giants will not make it far next season...

HERE COMES THE SUPER BOWL BLITZ...

2009-01-27T00:04:00.002-05:00

Kinda funny to sit back an enjoy this SB week after last year's Giants upset...can't say I'm really interested in all the hype...Kurt Warner makes a great story...but realistically, the Steelers will crush the Cards...The Steelers D is too tough...the only thing I will be interested in seeing if the Steelers can put them away. They let Baltimore hang around for far too long - if they do the same with the Cards - might have a different outcome...

One thing I am looking forward to - Bruce at halftime!

BACK UP THE WAAAAH-MULANCE!!!

2009-01-18T18:24:00.002-05:00

I can already hear the Eagles fans moaning about that 4th down play...but realistically, if they had played better in the first half, that play wouldn't have mattered...another championship game loss...and now, they are stuck with the title 'Can't Win the Big Game'...

Cardinals in the Super Bowl...never thought I'd be saying that a month ago...

BTW - Loved the LeBron commercial for State Farm...

#17 BACK?

2009-01-17T09:07:00.002-05:00

I really don't think it will happen, but some noise is being heard that Plax might be back in Giants Blue next year...I think it's a stretch since he can't avoid jail due to NY's gun laws...the Giants are taking the right stance...they don't look bad if the courts decide how they play it...If he goes to jail, they have a right for some cap relief...would like to see them try for Boldin, but might stick with what they have and hope someone can fill Burruss's shoes...
Time will tell...

CHAMPIONSHIP SUNDAY THOUGHTS

2009-01-17T08:59:00.002-05:00

I truly believe we have reached a critical point for the Eagles...these next two games will write the story for this team under both Andy Reid and Donovan McNabb. If they win both...they will become legends...lose either game, and they go into the category of 'Can't Win The Big Game' like Marty Schottenheimer, the Buffalo Bills and the Minnesota Vikings. 5 title games in 8 years is quite a feat, losing all but one is not.
That being said...I'd like to see an all PA Super Bowl in 2 weeks...I think the Eagles can and should win, but it will be alot closer than Thanksgiving Night. The key is getting out of the box...Whichever team can jump to a lead will put alot of pressure on the other...and the defense will tee off.
In the AFC, defense wins championship - Pittsburgh's and Baltimore's are awesome...home field hasn't worked out well for the Steelers in the last 5 title games - just 1-4 when it's in the friendly confines of home...but I think Big Ben and the O will ne able to generate enough to win the game.

The one thing about this weekend I look forward to...not having to get up for work on Monday and just enjoying the game...

UPON FURTHER REVIEW...

2009-01-12T14:57:00.002-05:00

The day after, a chance to re-think things...

Talking about it with others and I realize maybe I'm being to harsh on old #17...then I look back over this blog for the past year (One year old this past week)...and I realize I've been consistant. He's a cancer...never should have given him the $$$

Backt yesterday...the bottom line was pointed out to me by a radio host - the game was decided on QB play - McNabb was better than Eli. Period. And given the fact we went on an improbable run last year, everyone gets a pass - from coaches to players...and as I've said today - given the fact we've stunk the past three times we were in the Super Bowl the season after, this was a bonus....

As I mentioned before, there are alot of changes in this off-season - RB's Jacobs & Ward are free agents, WR Toomer could be gone...Coordinators Gilbride and Spagnoulo probably gone... Let's hope the braintrust can make the right moves.....

IT'S A GAME OF INCHES....

2009-01-11T16:00:00.003-05:00

Two fourth downs...two missed opportunities...two missed FG's...too many mistakes....it all costs the Giants....

You can't point fingers...but this one points at the loss of Plaxico Burris...this team was totally different offensively in the last month....

So now, the #4 seed will host the Championship game...very interesting....

For the Giants, it will be the year of change...Spagnolo will be gone....Plax will be gone...Ward a free agent...

Like I told my daughter, last year's Super Bowl was special...enjoy it while you can....

1st HALF THOUGHTS

2009-01-11T15:06:00.002-05:00

Not that happy with the Giants effort...defense played well, except for the last drive. Offense took many mistakes and missed opportunities...

Gotta cut down on mistakes or the Giants will go home....

GET READY FOR A WAR...

2009-01-07T21:40:00.002-05:00

Whatever happens...it's going to be a tough game Sunday...Obviously, ball control is the key and making to most of your opportunites. The Giants with a healthy Brandon Jacobs will be ready to face the Eagles...I do think the winner of this game will be the NFC representative in the Super Bowl.

Eric Mangini is headed to Cleveland...not a big surprise - I thought he'd land on his feet. Let's see what he can do with a franchise which has the tools. Now, is anyone on the Jets wondering why they let him go? I don't see top name talent flocking to coach them...wonder if it's 800 lb. gorilla named Farve....

IT'S THE EAGLES...

2009-01-04T20:20:00.002-05:00

OK...Giants get a tough go against the Birds...a couple of my friends are worried, but I am not...the rest will do us good. I think we win...

PLAYOFFS BEGIN...

2008-12-29T07:10:00.002-05:00

The Giants lose a meanless game, but the big question is who's coming to the Meadowlands in two weeks? A bigger question...who replaces Sam Madison in the secondary? He's done with a broken ankle...

I never tire of seeing the Cowboys thrashed...so sad....NOT!

Notice how quickly the talk of a Giants-Jets Super Bowl ended...now the question is will the Man-genius and Brett return to Gang Green?

PLAX SHOOTS HIMSELF AGAIN...

2008-12-23T07:08:00.003-05:00

In a story that I don't know whether to laugh or shake my head at, Plaxico Burriss is now being sued over a car accident last June in which he didn't have insurance...it lapsed three days earlier due to non-payment of the premium....I can't make this stuff up!

My god - he needs some serious help in managing his life...

Let's see someone defend him on the Giants now....

THAT'S MORE LIKE IT!

2008-12-22T07:06:00.002-05:00

It wasn't pretty in the first half, but when crunch time hit, the Giants made it count...an overtime 34-38 win means the road to the Super Bowl in the NFC goes thru the Meadowlands. Great games for Brandon Jacobs and Derrick Ward....Next week's game with Minnesota is meaningless except in y house, where my sister cheers for the Vikes...

I thought the most enjoyable game to watch was the saturday night Dallas meltdown....I couldn't believe they got burned twice in the last 3 mins. And with the Eagles loss, that sets up a win or you are out situation for both teams...how great is that!

GOOD NEWS...

2008-12-19T09:46:00.003-05:00

Reports are Brandon Jacobs will be in the backfield Sunday when the Giants face Carolina...that's the type of break we need...

Giants sending 6 to Pro Bowl...that's nice after only one last year...Gotta wonder what Lawrence Tynes is thinking these days...John Carney replaces him and goes to the Pro Bowl...and he's now healthy....

CONCERNS GROWING...

2008-12-16T06:09:00.002-05:00

Another stinker of a performance and the Giants are suddenly average...Big Blue now faces a must win for homefield advantage thruout and a first round bye against Carolina...

Not much to say about Sunday...Dallas showed everyone why they were the pick for the Super Bowl in the NFC...but they aren't there yet....A good performance this Sunday night would turn the doubts into believers...

But, as I said last week...without Brandon Jacobs, this is a truly average offense...

A BIG BLUE DISASTER WITH A SILVER LINING

2008-12-08T08:04:00.002-05:00

An awful game no matter how you look at it as the Eagles controlled the ball and the game from the outset. The only good thing...the NFC East is ours, and a first round bye on the table Sunday night against Dallas.

You have to be concerned about Brandon Jacobs recurring injuries....the Giants are best when all three backs are healthy...2 out of 3 is bad...

On a day like yesterday, does home field really matter?

The only thing worse than the Giants game was the Jets in SF...that loss will come back to haunt them (and the Oakland one, too).

SMITH ROBBED...AT GUNPOINT

2008-12-03T07:07:00.002-05:00

Giants wideout Steve Smith was robbed outside his home in Clifton by someone who is still at large. Kinda ironic, don't you think? As someone said, it could have been Plax....

GIANTS TELL PLAX TO GO

2008-12-03T06:57:00.002-05:00

I was curious to see how the Giants and/or the NFL would handle this situation...Report say the Giants trainer told the team he's out for 4-6 weeks with the gunshot wound....so the team suspends him for four games (the regular season) and places him on the non-football injury list which means he's done for the season...Since his criminal case isn't till March, the team obviously is hoping for that to be resolved before having to make a decision. I think he's done, I can't see anyway for him to avoid jail time and that would give the Giants an out to let him go..

If you remember, I said giving him a contract extension was a mistake...the question now is how big of one...

ANOTHER WIN...

2008-12-01T08:16:00.002-05:00

I doubt anyone really sweated the game...the Giants offense continues to hum along - Eli throws for 300 yards...doesn't miss Plaxi-gun...Defense continues to impress...

Giants can clinch division and 1st round bye with win over Eagles Sunday.....

OOPS HE DID IT AGAIN....

2008-11-30T08:56:00.003-05:00

After being declared out of Sunday's game with a hamstring injury, WR Plaxico Burress continued his year of living stupidly and ended up with a self inflicted gunshot wound in his right leg. And this is the franchise wideout the Giants gave big money to...I can't help but think the Steelers are laughing their heads off.... The NY Post sez it all - GIANT JERK SHOOTS HIMSELF.
This latest incident may be the straw that breaks the camels back....he's been fined, suspended, and fined again for various infractions...but now, he faces serious gun charges...probably an NFL conduct suspension...and alot of questions...

The question is...how will this distraction affect the team?

ANOTHER GLORIOUS WIN

2008-11-25T07:47:00.002-05:00

And the Giants continue to impress...without Plaxico and Brandon, they still find a way to win...Dominik Hixon has become a big weapon and a big part of the offense. Next week - Washington...

Nice article on Toomer Sunday in the Star-Ledger...this could be it for him...

Enjoy Thanksgiving!

ANOTHER WIN.....

2008-11-18T14:31:00.002-05:00

The Giants roll and now travel to Atrzona to see if the Cards are for real....Nice game for the team...running game is awesome...I'm starting to think the Giants can make it 2 super bowls in a row...

How funny would this be - Tennessee and the Giants in Tampa - Tennessee 18-0...and the Giants do it again....that would be unreal...

BEAT THE BIRDS...

2008-11-10T09:35:00.002-05:00

A good win for Big Blue...now at 8-1, they stand alone in the East...but, they need to keep healthy and keep winning...

Could Tynes be back soon? He was active and kicked off.....

Whereas for the first couple of years, Coughlin couldn't do anything right...Now, everything he does is right...amazing how people change....

Baltimore next week....

TYREE DILEMMA

2008-11-04T07:22:00.003-05:00

The Giants have to decide what to do with Super Bowl Hero David Tyree...signs point to him not seeing the field this season in blue....his situation/injury almost mirrors another hero of last year, Lawrence Tynes...you wonder if the Giants will let Tynes kick anytime soon....

A BIG WIN AGAINST THE COWGIRLS...

2008-11-04T07:21:00.001-05:00

Not much to say...The Giants outgunned a depleted Dallas team....now it's the Eagles - this one will be tough....

SUPER BOWL PREVIEW?

2008-10-27T06:59:00.002-04:00

Great win...Defense was outstanding down the stretch...The key play in my mind was the fourth down conversation pass to Toomer that lead to the 4th FG...that was huge after the confusion and delay of game penalty...

The Plaxico issues continue...sat at the start of the game and fined for more absenteeism...Did you see him motioning Eli to spike the ball after the time out before the penalty on the 4th down play which preceded? Where was his head at?

Another big game Sunday...Dallas - might be a good time to catch them, but the G-men must play better....

AN UGLY WIN, BUT MOVING ON...

2008-10-21T07:31:00.002-04:00

Sunday's win was ugly...what happened to the running game in the 2nd half?

Now it's time to get serious...Pittsburgh, Dallas and Philly in a row..this will be difficult, but we will see how good the G-Men really are...
Of course, we have the sideshow that is Plaxico going back to Pittsburgh....

GIANTS FANS...HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO BE A STAR!

2008-10-15T10:51:00.004-04:00

Got an e-mail from the folks at Samsung...they will be in the North jersey area this weekend filming fans for their Super Bowl TV ad...here's the details:

Samsung, The Official HDTV of the NFL, is looking for fans to come out and share their stories of "That's How I See It" with a chance to have their story turned into a commercial that will air on NBC during the pregame show of Super Bowl XLIII on Feb. 1, 2009.
Fans are invited to stop by the NFL Super Ad mobile studio this weekend at Best Buy in Iselin, NJ and Giants Stadium to tell their story of pregame rituals, family traditions surrounding the NFL or defining moments while watching football. Selected stories will be posted on nfl.com/superad where fans can vote on their favorites Nov.20, 2008 – Jan. 4, 2009.
WHERE:Oct. 18 – Best Buy - Woodbridge - 675 US Highway 1SIselin, NJ 088301 -5 p.m.
Oct. 19 – Giant Stadium - Gate C50 -Registration begins at 8:30 a.m
Samsung and the NFL are giving fans the opportunity to sharetheir passion and stories surrounding America's favorite sport as part of this year's "Super Ad: That's How I See It" campaign. The NFL Super Ad mobile studio will be making up to 20 stops in various NFL markets at stadiums and at Samsung's retail partner Best Buy now through Oct.

In response to a comment, I checked the rules and it's only open to those 18 and older....

UGH! NOT A GOOD NIGHT....

2008-10-15T05:58:00.003-04:00

You knew it was going to happen...The G-Men come crashing back to Earth. Monday's game is just a blip, but with a very tough 2nd half schedule - every win now is important...the good news is the Giants get San Fran Sunday and they should win that one before a tough match with the Steelers.
A fitting post-script to Monday's game...spent the 1st half at my neighbor's house (a Browns fan) and found a couple of notes on my car about the Browns win. When I came home Tuesday around 11am, I found a dead squirrel in the street in front of my house...resisted the temptation of leaving it at the neighbor's with a sign GIANTS OFFENSE...

EASY WIN...

2008-10-06T13:13:00.001-04:00

Another convincing win...Giants showing their WR depth, jacobs with a nice game...get the backups in for some game action....

Got an e-mail from the new Sports Museum of America in NYC...Mark Bavaro will be at the Sports Museum of America Tuesday 10/7 from 12:00-2:00 pm meeting fans and signing copies of his new book "Rough & Tumble." The book signing will take place in the SmA Retail Store located at 9 Beaver Street @ Broadway.
Visitors to the Museum can see, touch and take their picture with the Heisman Trophy, vote for this year's Heisman Trophy winner and visit our football gallery which features Superbowl helmets from David Tyree and Eli Manning in a special, temporary exhibit.

I've gotta check it out...

INTERESTING OFF WEEK

2008-09-30T11:10:00.002-04:00

The Giants sit alone on top of the division as the only unbeaten...can't believe the Cowgirls lost...watch out for the Skins...they are starting to get better...
It should be another win this sunday against Seattle, but I can't help but wonder if the Giants get bitten by the upset bug....

R.I.P DICK LYNCH

2008-09-27T15:28:00.002-04:00

He is probably best known as the Giants radio analyst for thepast 40 years, but he was a pretty good player in his day. He was not the polished professional broadcaster some are, but he was a Giants man, a favorite of owner Wellington Mara...
His last game - Super Bowl 42...that says alot about the man, take care, Dick....

PLAX SUSPENDED...

2008-09-24T09:55:00.003-04:00

The news is not good...Plaxico Burress has been suspended by the Giants for two weeks - he'll miss one game since the Giants are on the bye this week. According to Jay Glazer of FoxSports.com, He hasn't been around for meetings the last two days nor has he phoned. Coach Tom Coughlin said he met with him today and his excuses were unacceptable.
My thoughts - This may be the start of issues with #17...the G-men may come to regret their contract extension with him....

A WIN STILL COUNTS AS A WIN...

2008-09-22T07:27:00.002-04:00

It's the type of game Ginatrs fans have come to expect over the years...predictions of a big win melt into a tough game and a close shave...Give props to Amani "It's Not A" Toomer - what a great catch to set up the win....and props to John Carney - although he's probably headed out the door since Lawrence Tynes should be ready for Seattle after the bye...

A week off....yeah!

ON THE ROAD AGAIN...

2008-09-15T07:16:00.002-04:00

Another workman like win for Big Blue...a close game up until the fourth quarter when the defense got busy...
Love the description of the three RB's - Earth, Wind & Fire (one of my favorite 70's groups)...now we need to decide who's who...
A big chance to go 3-0 with Cincy this Sunday...your typical trap game with the bye coming the following week...

AN EASY WIN????

2008-09-11T09:43:00.002-04:00

After watching the Rams performance against the Eagles, I can't help but think we are headed to 2-0...and if the Bengals continue to have offensive problems...3-0.

Not surprised K Jay Feely goes to the Jets...he knows how to kick in Giants Stadium...

Looking for more consistancy this week from offense...scoring in more than one quarter or half...

GOTTA LIKE WHAT YOU SEE

2008-09-04T21:17:00.003-04:00

The Giants dominated the first half and the defense played very well. Would have liked to see more scoring from the offense, but a win is a win...and a division one at that. One down....

WHAT TIME IS IT? KICKOFF!!!!

2008-09-03T16:14:00.001-04:00

Thursday is here...the night we've been waiting for...the kickoff of the season...the Giants looks to defend the title...YESSSS!!!!
Tonight's game will be a test to see where we stand...the Skins have a new coach (AGAIN!) and are banged up defensively...remember what happened last November? Time for some revenge....

GIANTS SIGN EX-EAGLE & KICKER

2008-09-01T06:59:00.002-04:00

To shore up the defensive front line, the Giants sign ex-Eagle Jerome McDougle...nice move. He's had a decent camp in Philly...somewhat surprising Phily let him go. He's had all sorts of injury issues...but if he can stay healthly, it's a good move...

Kinda surprised John Carney is with the G-men - thought Josh Huston would be the kicker until Tynes is ready, but if Carney is still strong, this is a good pickup...a little birdie tells me Tynes' injury might be more serious than first thought...I'm guessing he's out until at least after the bye in week 4...

Looking at the schedule...I'm thinking 2-1 heading into the bye...Thursday's a toughie the next two are very winnable...

Kickoff Thursday night

NO STRAHAN...AND THE JETS SCREW GIANTS FANS

2008-08-27T07:31:00.002-04:00

#92 will stay retired...no surprise...he gave it some thought, but said he's staying with Fox. The Giants will have to make do with Kiwanuka moving back to the line.

I knew the Jets would do something to screw the Giants on this PSL situation...the upper seats won't have a PSL price on them. The Jets look good to the small guy, and the Giants look greedy. And so it goes...

OSI OUT; STRAHAN RETURN?

2008-08-25T07:07:00.002-04:00

The news about Osi Umenyiora's knee injury is worse than they thought. He's done for the year...now I like many other Giants fans wonder - has GM Jerry Reese called Michael Strahan? The recent retiree might be interested in paying if the money is right. He was siad to be seeking $8 mill like Jason Taylor with the Skins is getting.
According to the Daily News, he night be up for a return...but then again, is he in football shape? Then again, he missed training camp last year and came in just before the season began...Time will tell...

Oh yeah - the Jets won Saturday...did anybody care?

PRESEASON GAME 2...

2008-08-18T07:30:00.002-04:00

Back from Vacation...ready for football. The G-Men play Cleveland in their 2nd preseason tussle. Nothing overly compelling about this one...the game to watch is next week - the annual battle of the Meadowlands...

Just a reminder - I'm in for Kevin Williams in the Locker Room this week - Fantasy football fans will want to tune in for Fantasy Training Camp each day at 5:05...

JET BRETT...

2008-08-07T06:25:00.002-04:00

So, Farve goes to Gang Green...for Giants fans, it doesn't mean much, except it hurts Green Bay, and makes the Jets matter this season...
Opening night tonight...let's hope no serious injuries against the Lions...

FIRST PRESEASON GAME DAWNS...

2008-08-06T07:11:00.002-04:00

Tomorrow night, the G-Men are back on the field against Detroit. These games don't mean much...just a way to play your way back into shape. Training camp has been uneventful..

The Brett Farve situation has been interesting, but then again, you didn't really think he'd retire, did you....

Been going on stations around the country talking about the Giants and to be truthful, I really don't have a feel for how they will do this year....history isn't very positive, but then the rest of the division has questions, except for Dallas....

SHOCKEY GONE...

2008-07-24T00:18:00.002-04:00

You can blame the Giants for getting rid of #80...I've said it before, he's a distraction who thinks the grass is greener on the other side of the street...Goodbye - mI'm sure alot of endorsements will be coming your way in New Orleans...

G-Men open camp today...as defending Super Bowl Champs....

BRADSHAW IN HOT WATER?

2008-07-16T09:11:00.002-04:00

Now that Ahmad Bradshaw is out of the slammer, the real question is...will he face additional consequences from the NFL? and what about the Giants - how do they feel about one of their rising stars locked up for 30 days? I'll be curious how this one palys out...

Giants sign their 3rd round pick WR Mario Manningham...I wonder if he can keep his nose clean in NYC?

Training camp starts soon, ladies...before you know it, the first Thursday in September will be here...

BURRISS SPEAKS...WHO CARES?

2008-07-08T09:48:00.002-04:00

Plaxico Burriss says he was 'bored' at training camp. In his book, he admitted not having his head in the game. And he's getting a new contract with 3 years left on the deal....absolutely disgusting...what a jackass...

He also says Shockey wants the team to appreciate him and want him there...again...who cares?

SNEE GETS NEW CONTRACT

2008-06-26T07:07:00.002-04:00

Can't say I'm surprised...his father-in-law is the head coach, but it continues a Giants trend - locking up key components with contract extensions. Snee has been one of the more valuable linemen in recent times, and a 'good egg' which is why he got locked up.
Note to Shockey: That could have been you if you kept your mouth shut...

One other quick note - Rumors have Giants Play-by-Play voice Bob Papa in line for the NFL Network gig replacing Bryant Gumbel...would be some nice exposure for someone who's gathering an impressive resume of jobs. He'll be at the Olympics for NBC in August, so he'll miss a couple of pre-season tilts...

STRAHAN TO FOX PRE-GAME

2008-06-24T07:00:00.002-04:00

I can't say I was surprised by the announcement...his personality will work well with the Foxies and since he's got a place on the West Coast, it helps him establish a new life. The only issue is are there too many voices on the show now...or are they preparing for someone to leave????
Will be curious to see if Strahan does any game commentary at some point...he's got a good sense of the game which would translate into color work.

THE FAT MAN HAS LEFT THE BUILDING...

2008-06-24T06:56:00.002-04:00

The Giants continue to make plans for training camp and axed four players from the roster - no surprises even though the Fat Man QB Jared Lorensen was cut. With the addition of David Carr and Anthony Wright, you knew he was out the door. But still, he got a Super Bowl ring in his time with NY.

IT'S GONNA BE A LOOOONG SEASON!

2008-06-16T09:46:00.002-04:00

Just some notes and thoughts from the weekend...

I can't help but think the Giants locker room is becoming a battleground...all of the togetherness is being ripped apart by the selfish attitudes or certain players...and Michael Strahan's retirement leaves a big hole in the leadership of this team. I will be curious to see what happens in the coming weeks.

The list of players who are looking for new contracts is long...expect some surprises in training camp - some might be cut....

BURRISS NOT HAPPY...WHAT ELSE IS NEW?

2008-06-13T05:51:00.002-04:00

You knew it was coming...Plaxico Burriss is showing everyone why Pittsburgh gave up on him...shooting his mouth off and being a baby as minicamp rolls on. Now, Shawn O'Hara has called him out for his selfishness. Here comes the post Super Bowl hangover...why do I think this will be a lousy year, when everything points to the G-Men being able to repeat?

Sigh...it's not even training camp and I'm depressed...

SO LONG STRAHAN...

2008-06-09T12:26:00.003-04:00

I can't say I was really surprised when Kevin Williams told me that #92 had decided to call it a career. I'd mentioned in previous blogs that I thought he would retire. And I think the Giants knew, too. The Reynaldo Wynn signing told you that.
I also think he was closer to retiring last year than everyone thinks...but he wanted to come back for one more go at a Super Bowl ring and to walk away on a high note after two injury filled campaigns. Now, he walks away with his place in Giant history secured.
Since it was first announced on FoxSports.com, I'm betting he ends up there in some capacity doing football.

NOTE TO SHOCKEY: SHUT UP!

2008-06-09T06:20:00.002-04:00

TE Jeremy Shockey is shooting his mouth off...again! He broke his leg against Washington towards the end of the season and missed the Giants Super Bowl run. And the emergence of Kevin Boss might make his expendable. Shockey is also seeking a new contract, but his skills and production have been now where near his mouth. He needs to shut up, play injury free and contribute...am I the only one who's been disappointed about him over the years?

TALK ABOUT THE BLING...

2008-05-30T06:20:00.002-04:00

The Giant's magical year hits it's official end as the team gets their championship rings last night. It seems strange to do it now, but the end of minicamp is usally when team's give them out given the time it takes to have them made...now, it's time for reality...and the 2008 season...Training camp in less than 6 weeks...

8 MILLION FOR STRAHAN?

2008-05-16T12:15:00.002-04:00

Reports in the newspaper today say Strahan was promised he's be taken care of by the team, and he wants $8 mill to come back this year. While I would love to see #92 back, I'm not sure the Giants want to break the bank...I still say he should head to retirement...

STRAHAN BACK?

2008-05-14T07:51:00.002-04:00

It's not a definate yes, but Coach Tom Coughlin says he's been spotted working out at Giants Stadium. I am one of those who thinks he might want to hang them up after the Super Bowl win.

#21 - Kenny Philips...wonder how that will play this year? The Giants first round pick says it's a tribute to the late Sean Taylor, but some fans might not appreciate his taking Tiki's number. But then again, after the termoil of his last year, and winning the big game after he leaves, there might not be that big of an objection...

DRAFT/WHITE HOUSE

2008-05-02T11:15:00.003-04:00

I like the first pick last weekend...fills a need and he can play. When you draft as low as the G-Men, you usually go after the best available athlete.

Good to see Jets fans moan and complain after their targets in the first round moved off the board one by one.

Gotta love when a championship team visits the White House...one of the perks of winning. But, I doubt the President would be caught dead in the jersey back in his home state.

How many days till training camp?

WILL HE OR WON'T HE????

2008-04-15T05:42:00.002-04:00

One of the big questions for the Super Bowl Champs - will Michael Strahan coem back next year? He's got a great future in TV and I'm not sure he really wants to face another year of battle. But, with his divorce settlement, he might need another year of football money to set himself up. That will be an ongoing question until he answers it himself.

DRAFT DAY COMING...

2008-04-07T07:50:00.002-04:00

As the calendar turns into April, time for NFL fans to start thinking draft...of course, Giants fans really don't have much to anticipate since as Champions, they draft last in each round. But, still, it's a chance to get excited about football for one weekend in April. Curious to see where the Giants need to go...

By the way, I'll be guest-hosting the Locker Room this Thursday 4/10 from 3-6p and one of my guests will be Adam Kaplan of FootballInjuries.com - he's shed some light on the G-men.

THE RING...

2008-04-02T08:53:00.002-04:00

It's big, and will last a lifetime...the ring signifying the Giants win in Super Bowl 42. It was unveiled yesterday...I know there are fans who would covet one in their collection...but, they weren't the ones who earned it. The players and coaches deserve them.