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Found December 30, 2012 on The Penalty Flag: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Victor Cruz,  Eli Manning,  Ahmad Bradshaw
TEAMS: New York Giants
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In reality, this all could have happened last year for the New York Giants. If not for a Victor Cruz 99-yard touchdown catch against the New York Jets, or if not for a spirited blowout win over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17, the New York Giants never would have won their second Super Bowl in four years. This time around, the Giants lack late season magic and things didn’t fall into place as they needed a win and serious help to earn an NFC wild card playoff berth. The Giants needed a win over the Philadelphia Eagles and losses from the Dallas Cowboys, the Chicago Bears and the Minnesota Vikings.… Read more
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1 Comment:
  • While it's true that the GMen fell short this year, mainly due to the D Line not getting it done. At least we were in the hunt and you know we'll be in it again next year. Unlike say, the eagles, who have NEVER won a Super Bowl and NEVER will.
    by giantsrepeat   January 03, 2013   Reply    
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