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Mr. Mittens Makes It in Big Apple; Woodson, Wright Not So Lucky

Posted: Aug 30th 2008 4:22PM by Ryan Wilson (author feed)
Filed under: Giants, NFC East, NFL Free Agency

Man, Andre Woodson has had a tough go of it, dating back to the Senior Bowl when his draft stock commenced downward spiral. At one time thought to be a first-round pick, the former Kentucky star fell to the Giants in the sixth round, proceeded to struggle mightily during the preseason, and now finds himself released.

According to the Star-Ledger Giants blog, Woodson and backup Anthony Wright didn't make the final cut, which means that ... wait, what? David Carr is the only other quarterback on the roster after Eli Manning? Really? Wow, that's a lot of faith in the Giants offensive line and Elisha's ability to take a hit.

In any event, New York will probably try to sneak Woodson onto the practice squad, which should be pretty easy given the glut of mediocre quarterbacks currently flooding the market.

In other Giants personnel news, both R.W. McQuarters and Sam Madison made the roster despite speculation that one or both of the cornerbacks might be on the wrong side of the final 53 today. Sinorice Moss, the team's 2006 second-round pick, also avoided the Turk, which probably had a lot to do with New York releasing Brandon London.

But seriously, Mr. Mittens?

The Super Bowl Proved the Jets Shouldn't Pursue Asante Samuel in Free Agency

Posted: Feb 5th 2008 4:25PM by Josh Alper (author feed)
Filed under: Jets, AFC East, New York, NFL Free Agency

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We learned several things during the Super Bowl. Among others, we learned Eli Manning isn't going to get booed at Giants Stadium any more, we learned that its not a good idea to trademark perfect season phrases before you win all your games, we learned David Tyree's name and we learned that signing Asante Samuel isn't a good idea for the New York Jets.

That last one might take you by surprise, so I'll explain. The Giants dominated perhaps the best passing attack in league history with a cornerback crew consisting of the rookie Aaron Ross, the achy Sam Madison, R.W. McQuarters, ~~James Butler~~ Corey Webster and Kevin Dockery. No slight on any of those guys, but there's not a Lester Hayes in that group. The Giants dominated because of the way their defensive line and linebackers got after the quarterback. Take away a QB's time and protection and you take away a good chunk of his effectiveness.

That's why the Jets should forget about forking over heaps of cash for Samuel and concentrate on upgrading their anemic pass rush this offseason. He's a fine corner but the Jets could have a dozen of them and it wouldn't make a whit of difference if they don't start treating offenses the way the Giants treated the Patriots on Sunday. Samuel is a fine player but he shouldn't be wearing a Jets jersey next season.

42 Stops to Super Bowl XLII: #21 - Can We Get a Punt Return for a TD?

Posted: Jan 27th 2008 6:00PM by Sportz Assassin (author feed)
Filed under: Super Bowl

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The 42 Stops to Super Bowl XLII is a series that will feature stories, stats and interesting trivia that you can use to act smart as you prepare for Super Bowl XLII.

The Giants' R.W. McQuarters and the Patriots' Wes Welker could make Super Bowl history. There has never been a punt returned for a TD in the game's history. One of those men could become the first.

McQuarters has returned three punts for TDs in his ten-year NFL career; none since 2004. Welker has never returned a punt for a score. Neither team returned a punt for a touchdown this season.

There have been three blocked punts that have been returned for TDs in the Super Bowl. In Super Bowl IX, Terry Brown recovered a blocked punt in the end zonep; the Raiders' Derrick Johnson scored one in Super Bowl XVIII; the Buccaneers' Eric Johnson got one in Super Bowl XXXVII.

In fact, punt returns don't have much of a glorious Super Bowl past. The longest punt return in Super Bowl history was just 45 yards. That was courtesy of San Francisco's John Taylor in Super Bowl XXIII. That is the only punt return longer than 34 yards in Super Bowl history.

Giants May Be Without Several Key Players on Sunday in Chicago

Posted: Dec 1st 2007 11:06AM by Dan (author feed)
Filed under: NY Giants, NFC East, NFL Injuries, New York

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There is no denying it now; the injury bug that has plagued the Giants for the last four seasons is back.

After a relatively healthy start to the year, New York suddenly finds themselves riddled with damning injuries that could spell disaster from here on out.

In addition to Brandon Jacobs, who will miss his second consecutive game due to a hamstring injury, the Giants are likely to be without safety Gibril Wilson (knee), cornerback Aaron Ross (hamstring) and wide receiver Plaxico Burress (ankle/knee) tomorrow against the Chicago Bears.

Wilson and Ross are both listed as doubtful, with Burress securing his normal place on the injury report under "questionable."

Rookie Michael Johnson is the leading candidate to replace Wilson at safety, while R.W. McQuarters would get the starting nod against his former team if Ross doesn't make an amazing 24-hour recovering. Additionally, Sinorice Moss would replace Plax if he does end up missing his first game of the season.

Giants McQuarters Cuts Hair to Avoid Concussions

Posted: May 4th 2007 10:16AM by Dan (author feed)
Filed under: NY Giants, NFC East, NFL Gossip, New York

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The trademark hair that was Giants cornerback R.W. McQuarters is no more. In a move aimed at decreasing the risk of concussion, the 10-year NFL veteran chopped off his flowing Rasta locks.

To the credit of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, this decision by McQuarters came after it was announced that players must wear helmets that actually fit. While the helmet did fit McQuarters, there was a substantial amount of room between his skull and the lining of the helmet due to his hair. It's something that seems insignificant, but something that actually caused Amani Toomer some trouble early in his career when he, like McQuarters, sported dreadlocks.

"I had a big helmet and when I put it on it was OK. But then my hair would get wet," Toomer said, "and it would mat down a little bit. Then my helmet would get a little play in there and then I would get hit. I ended up with two concussions and I never had a concussion before."

It sure will be odd seeing McQuarters running around the field without the hair spewing from the back of his helmet. At the same time, the last thing the Giants can afford are injuries to their secondary. While it's never been a problem before, it's still better to be safe than sorry.