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Contract Talks Between New York Giants, Victor Cruz “Moving Slowly”
May 18th, 2013 at 4:21 PM
This past week, reports of the negotiations between the New York Giants and Victor Cruz "were on the two-yard line" with a deal potentially getting done at the end of the week. ***PHOTO1*** It's looking like the negotiations will carry on starting at the beginning of next week, as Mike Florio from...

Dwight Freeney to Sign with San Diego Chargers, not “Broke” New York Giants
May 18th, 2013 at 12:00 PM
***PHOTO1*** Dwight Freeney said his dream would be to play for the New York Giants. His Father later said his heart was with Big Blue. Alas, that union will not happen and the veteran defensive end has agreed in principle with the San Diego Chargers. So why didn't General Manager Jerry...

Charles Woodson Visiting Raiders, Has Offer from Broncos; New York Giants Remain “Interested”
May 17th, 2013 at 3:00 PM
***PHOTO1*** Charles Woodson's name first popped up for the New York Giants back in February, but nothing came of it. Three months later, Woodson is still a free agent and as was reported on Thursday, the Giants officially got back into the mix. The Giants. though, aren't the only team that...

Two Players Waived/Injured, One Signed as New York Giants Trim Their Roster to 89.
May 17th, 2013 at 7:30 AM
On Thursday, the New York Giants announced that they have waived/injured tight end Michael Palmer and cornerback Antonio Dennard. The team also announced that they have signed tight end Morgan Newton, who was with them during rookie mini-camp on a tryout basis. Palmer was originally signed as an UDFA by the...

Busy New York Giants Rookie Mini-Camp Results in Bolstered Roster
May 17th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
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Dwight Freeney’s Father, Hugh, Says Son Can’t Play for New York Giants Because “They’re Broke”
May 16th, 2013 at 1:50 PM
***PHOTO1*** Back in mid-February, free agent defensive end Dwight Freeney said playing for the New York Giants "would be a dream." And briefly, it appeared as if Big Blue would give him serious consideration when General Manager Jerry Reese said the team would "investigate" him. However, nothing materialized and Freeney...

New York Giants, Washington Redskins Remain in Pursuit of RB Tim Hightower
May 16th, 2013 at 12:50 PM
In addition to re-entering the chase for veteran defensive back Charles Woodson, the New York Giants also remain in pursuit of running back Tim Hightower. ***PHOTO1*** Hightower, who finally visited with Big Blue in early May, is also receiving interest from the Washington Redskins, with whom he played in 2011. A former fifth-round...

New York Giants Back in Mix for Veteran Charles Woodson
May 16th, 2013 at 11:30 AM
***PHOTO1*** Back in early March, the New York Giants were sniffing around defensive back Charles Woodson. At one point, they even reached out to his agent, but the interest eventually died down and then seemed to completely fade out. That changed on Thursday however, and Big Blue has reportedly re-entered...

New York Giants Finalize OLB Aaron Curry’s Deal: One-Year, $780K
May 16th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
Aaron Curry's deal with the New York Giants has become official and finalized, as the details of the contract have been released. And per NFLPA records, his contract is a one-year deal worth $780,000. His base salary is for $715,000, plus he will earn a $50,000 roster bonus, as well...

Former Giants DE Osi Umenyiora Commends Victor Cruz on Handling of Contract Situation
May 15th, 2013 at 9:30 AM
***PHOTO1*** The rumblings of the Victor Cruz contract negotiations have been picking up this week, and New York Giants fans all over are extremely hopeful for a conclusion to them very soon. On Tuesday, it was reported that the Giants were "getting close" to a potential deal with the 26-year-old...

Victor Cruz Lowers Contract Demands; Long-Term Deal with New York Giants Nearing Completion
May 15th, 2013 at 8:30 AM
For months, restricted free agent (RFA) wide receiver Victor Cruz has stood firm on his demands for a contract worth upwards of $11 million annually. However, the New York Daily News reports that has now changed, and the Patterson native has lowered his demands to a salary that is much...

Report: Victor Cruz Says Things are Moving on His Contract Negotiations with New York Giants
May 14th, 2013 at 12:05 PM
Earlier this morning, a source told Inside Football the New York Giants and restricted free agent (RFA) Victor Cruz were "getting close" on a new deal and that the wide receiver "was ready" to return to the field. Well, Cruz has now all but confirmed that, telling the New York...

New York Giants One of Four Remaining Teams Being Considered by Josh Cribbs
May 13th, 2013 at 11:30 AM
The Josh Cribbs tour is nearing its end, and Pro Football Talk reports that it's down to four remaining teams: the Oakland Raiders, Detroit Lions, New York Jets or New York Giants. ***PHOTO1*** Cribbs had previously met with the Giants, but left without a contract. He's also already had visits with the...

New York Giants Sign Four Additional Players; Cut Six
May 12th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
The on-field portion of New York Giants rookie camp ended on Saturday. The biggest news of the two-day event was the free agent signing of former first-round pick Aaron Curry, who will compete to be the Giants starting outside linebacker in 2013. ***PHOTO1*** However, the Giants also added defensive tackle Frank Okam,...

New York Giants Sign Veteran Tryout Defensive Tackle Frank Okam
May 11th, 2013 at 7:58 PM
The New York Giants have been stockpiling defensive tackles this winter. First, they re-signed Shaun Rogers after missing all of the 2012 season with a blood clot in his leg. Then they raided the Philadelphia Eagles depth chart by landing free agents Cullen Jenkins and Mike Patterson. In the 2013 NFL...

Full New York Giants Rookie Mini-Camp Roster
May 11th, 2013 at 7:40 AM
The New York Giants officially had 63 players on the field for day one of rookie mini-camp. Below is the entirety of said roster broken down into player segments. ***PHOTO1*** 2013 Giants Draft Class: Justin Pugh (OL, Syracuse) Johnathan Hankins (DT, Ohio State) Damontre Moore (DE, Texas A&M) Ryan Nassib (QB, Syracuse) Cooper Taylor (S, Richmond) Eric Herman...

New York Giants’ Jerry Reese on Aaron Curry: “It was a Low-Risk Signing”
May 11th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
On Friday afternoon, former first-round draft pick Aaron Curry came to an agreement to sign with the New York Giants on a one-year deal. And it was Curry who broke the news himself on his Twitter page with a very enthusiastic message to all of his fans and viewers, revealing...

After New York Giants Re-Sign Victor Cruz, Who Becomes the New Daily Obsession?
May 10th, 2013 at 8:15 AM
***PHOTO1*** Fixation is defined briefly as: an obsessive or unhealthy preoccupation or attachment. Every NFL offseason is comprised usually by several obsessions on a number of levels. Years ago, it was Brett Favre and the “Favre Watch.” It eventually flipped to Tim Tebow and America’s obsession with anything he does...

Aaron Curry Says Visit with New York Giants Went Well; Has not Signed
May 9th, 2013 at 2:50 PM
Aaron Curry's free agent visit with the New York Giants is over. And although he says no deal has been reached, he praised the organization for being "first class." "That went well...little rough on the edges but nothing repetition and hard work can't smooth out," he tweeted. "My few hours with...

Josh Cribbs, Aaron Curry Will Meet with New York Giants Today
May 9th, 2013 at 8:15 AM
In addition to free agent linebacker Aaron Curry, wide receiver/kick returner Josh Cribbs will also be in East Rutherford today to meet with the New York Giants. ***PHOTO1*** In early March, it was reported that Big Blue had an eye on Cribbs, but a visit was never scheduled and the interest seemed...