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New York Giants’ David Diehl: We Were Better Than Our 10-6 Record
February 3rd, 2011 at 7:58 AM
There is a common phrase used in the NFL: You are what your record says you are.
New York Giants offensive lineman David Diehl doesn't quite see it that way.
"People say, ‘Oh, well you know, 10-6, you guys were a playoff team.’ You know, we had two opportunities to do...
Examining the Workings of the New York Giants Offensive Line Coach Pat Flaherty
January 21st, 2011 at 4:00 PM
So frequently when discussing the NFL and reasons for success, the workings of assistant coaches and position coaches fly under the radar.
This past season, it was hard to overlook what offensive line coach Pat Flaherty did for the New York Giants.
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning talks to his offense...
What Are the New York Giants’ Options at Center?
January 21st, 2011 at 10:00 AM
As reported yesterday by Simon, New York Giants center, Shaun O'Hara, underwent foot surgery yesterday to repair the Linsfranc joint injury in his right foot. He is set to undergo another surgery to repair his left ankle and Achilles later this off-season. Depending on the severity of the Linsfranc injury,...
The State of the New York Giants’ Offensive Line
January 10th, 2011 at 1:13 PM
While many fans, networks, blogs, and newspapers have turned their attention to the NFL postseason, Giants 101 will continue to focus on the New York Giants and how they can improve in time for 2011.
A big question at the conclusion of this past season was about the state of the...
Afternoon Tea With New York Giants Head Coach Tom Coughlin
December 15th, 2010 at 12:56 PM
Tom Coughlin was short and to the point this morning when he came out for his Wednesday afternoon press conference. "Morning. In the division, for the lead in the division, mid–December. It's exciting. It's very exciting." And can you blame him? There's not much left to do or say other...
New York Giants vs. Minnesota Vikings Key Matchup
December 10th, 2010 at 7:00 AM
This Sunday, the New York Giants travel to Minnesota to face the Vikings in the Metrodome. The Giants are looking to continue their run at the playoffs with a win on the road, but they'll be facing the sixth ranked defense in the NFL. The Vikings also have the fourth...
Afternoon Tea With New York Giants Head Coach Tom Coughlin
December 8th, 2010 at 11:59 AM
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin started out his usual Wednesday morning presser pontificating on the merits of the Leslie Frazier's Minnesota Vikings, as the Giants look to pick up an important win this weekend in this tight playoff race. Coughlin rounded up the injury practice status of a...
New York Giants David Diehl to Return Against the Minnesota Vikings
December 8th, 2010 at 9:57 AM
News broke yesterday following New York Giants LT David Diehl's appearance on ESPN radio, where the formerly injured O-lineman indicated that he will be back on the field this Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. This comes as welcomed news to a patchwork Giants O-line that has been struggling to keep...
New York Giants Walking Wounded Slowly Returning To Practice
December 2nd, 2010 at 5:16 PM
For the second day in a row, injured New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith and offensive lineman David Diehl practiced in a limited fashion.
Beat man extraordinaire Mike Garafolo of the Newark Star–Ledger puts it all into perspective:
It's unclear at this point how many snaps, if any, they'll get during the team portion...
Afternoon Tea With New York Giants Coach Tom Coughlin
December 1st, 2010 at 1:45 PM
As per usual, Tom Coughlin started his afternoon session off making this weekend's opponent sounds like the best team they could possibly be. The Washington Redskins, he pointed out, are a Mike Shannahan team and are, of course, quarterbacked by old friend Donovan McNabb.
Aren't Tea Parties with Coach so much...
New York Giants vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Key Matchup
November 27th, 2010 at 8:30 AM
When the New York Giants host the Jacksonville Jaguars this Sunday at New Meadowlands Stadium, they have a lot to prove. Big Blue has lost their last two games and desperately need a win to get back on track and keep their playoff hopes alive. Rather than shoot for a...
New York Giants Left Tackle Shawn Andrews Sent to Hospital with Back Pain
November 26th, 2010 at 9:01 AM
Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk is reporting that New York Giants left tackle Shawn Andrews was send to the hospital yesterday after experiencing continued back pain. It remains unclear whether or not Andrews was admitted, but it's suspected that he remained there into the early evening.
Back issues have plagued...
New York Giants Injury Updates – 11.24.10
November 24th, 2010 at 6:15 PM
As seems to be the only real theme in New York Giants coverage anymore, the injury bug continues to gnaw its way through the team. As Benton pointed out earlier today, the Giants now boast 11 players on injured reserve and one player on the non-football injury list. However, the...
New York Giants vs. Philadelphia Eagles Keys to Victory and Key Matchup
November 20th, 2010 at 7:15 AM
The New York Giants travel to Philadelphia this week to face the surging Eagles. The two teams are tied for first place in the NFC East, so this is a battle for the number one spot. With only six games left in the season after Sunday, a win here for...
New York Giants Offense Line Down, But Not Out
November 9th, 2010 at 4:57 PM
The New York Giants offensive line is hurting: Shaun O’Hara is still nursing a Lisfranc sprain in foot; his backup, Adam Koets, is done for the season with a torn ACL; versatile tackle David Diehl is out for a few weeks with a hamstring/hip injury.
Whoops, we’re not done. Sophomore second-round...
Giants’ Adam Koets Lost for Season; David Diehl With a 40% Tear of His Hamstring
November 8th, 2010 at 4:34 PM
After such a powerful and positive win, the New York Giants had a reality check this afternoon upon learning about OL/backup center Adam Koets tearing a ligament in his knee in yesterday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. Koets is now out for the remainder of the 2010 season.
Koets had been...
New York Giants Monday Morning Story Lines, Following Thorough Beating Of Seattle Seahawks
November 8th, 2010 at 8:19 AM
The New York Giants absolutely destroyed the Seattle Seahawks 41-7 yesterday at Qwest Field, emphatically retaining sole possession of first place in the NFC East. Big Blue led 35-0 at halftime, and showed that they are capable of putting together dominant performances on offense and defense in the same game.
Such...
