New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning looked ready for opening night after going 17-of-21 for 148 yards and a touchdowns against the Bears' first-string.Fantasy Spin:Manning threw for 4,933 yards last season with 29 TDs and just 16 INTs. As long as Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz are ready to go, the Giants passing game should be in excellent shape and Manning should slide in just below the league's elite fantasy quarterbacks.
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