Despite red zone hiccups, Giants defeat Redskins 23-17

Overall, the Giants looked good and disposed one of their arch enemies the Washington Redskins 23-17 at Giants Stadium. With this victory, the Giants have a 1-0 record and most importantly a 1-0 record in the toughest division in the NFL. On the radio, Giants radio voice Bob Papa told listeners all week in practice Eli Manning threw well. Nevertheless, Eli's good practices paid off as he was 20-29 for 256 yards with one touchdown and one interception. And his one touchdown was to a wide receiver. WR Mario Manningham caught a 30 yard touchdown to put the Giants up 10-0 in the second quarter. Welcome back Osi Umenyiora. With 2:29 left in the second quarter, Osi sacked Redskins QB Jason Campbell. Subsequently, stripped the ball and picked up the loose ball and ran 37 yards for a touchdown. This put the Giants up 17-0. Before the half, the Redskins did score a touchdown on a fake field goal. The score at halftime was 17-7. The Giants controlled the clock in this game. The Giants had...