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Three Giants vying for one starting job

The New York Giants starting middle linebacker position looks to be up for grabs this offseason, with head coach Tom Coughlin calling it a "wide open competition." When OTAs began on Wednesday, Mark Herzlich started at the position over former Cowboy Dan Connor, and reclamation project Aaron Curry. “It’s a big opportunity for me to step up, to play like I know...
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New York Giants’ Terrell Thomas Taking A Cautious Approach to His Comeback

When the New York Giants took the field for their first series of Organized Team Activities (OTAs), cornerback Terrell Thomas was noticeably absent. But it wasn’t because he’s had a set-back or is behind schedule — it’s because after two consecutive ACL tears, he and the team physicians are taking a cautious approach to his return. “There’s no hurry. There’s no rush...
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Ramses Barden staying in New York

After taking into account all of his options during the 2013 free agency, Ramses Barden is back in the fold with the New York Giants this offseason. The Giants re-signed Barden to a one-year contract on Thursday; in the process adding some insurance and depth at their receiving corps.   The fifth-year wide receiver underwent a physical on Thursday and joined caught up with his...
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Ramses Barden Reluctantly Re-Signs With The Giants

The New York Giants have re-signed wide receiver Ramses Barden. Barden attempted to hit it big in free agency but he doesn’t really have the track record to command big-time interest. He has raised his major statistics in each of the last four seasons, all with the G-Men, but that isn’t saying much. He finished 2012 with 14 receptions for 220 yards and one quality game in which...
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All mixed up: Hakeem Nicks agent says no-show was Giants issue

New York Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks came under fire for not attending the first day of offseason training activities. According to Jason Cole of Yahoo Sports, Nicks agent Peter Schaffer disputes coach Tom Coughlin’s point of view, saying there shouldn’t be any ‘hard feelings.’ Cole writes: ‘Nick's agent Peter Schaffer has declined to discuss with Y! Sports...
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Giants' Hynoski to have knee surgery

The New York Giants may have to start looking for a fullback. Starter Henry Hynoski will have surgery Friday to repair his medial collateral ligament and a chip fracture in his left knee. The three-year veteran was hurt Wednesday on the second play from scrimmage during an 11-on-11 drill in an organized team activity. ''I am going to set my mind to being ready for the first...
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Giants FB Henry Hynoski needs knee surgery

The New York Giants may have to start looking for a fullback. Starter Henry Hynoski will have surgery Friday to repair his medial collateral ligament and a chip fracture in his left knee. The three-year veteran was hurt Wednesday on the second play from scrimmage during an 11-on-11 driil at an organized team activity. ''I am going to set my mind to being ready for the first...
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Report: Henry Hynoski will undergo surgery on his MCL

According to Ralph Vacchiano of the New York Daily News, Giants fullback Henry Hynoski will undergo surgery to repaired his injured MCL. Giants FB Henry Hynoski will have surgery Friday to repair an injured left MCL and a chip fracture to the lateral plateau. #NYG — Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoNYDN) May 23, 2013 It sounds like Hynoski could still be ready for the regular season...
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UNFORTUNATE SITUATION

Aaron Curry: Money changed me

Former first-round NFL Draft pick Aaron Curry has been a bust and he admitted that the money he made changed him as a person.

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Hakeem Nicks, Victor Cruz absent from Giants’ workout

The New York Giants two best wide receivers, Victor Cruz and Hakeem Nicks, were not in attendance for Wednesday’s practice at the Timex Performance Center. Cruz’s absence was not a surprise, because he hasn’t signed a contract for the 2013 season.  But Nicks was expected to be on the field with his teammates.
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Report: Hakeem Nicks skipped OTA’s because he wants a new contract

We reported earlier today that New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks didn’t show for the start of OTA’s. According to Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports, Nicks decided not to show up because he’s unhappy about his contract and wanted to send the Giants a message. As if the New York Giants and Victor Cruz weren’t involved in enough of a stare down, fellow wide receiver...
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Hakeem Nicks no-show for offseason training activities leaves Tom Coughlin, Giants fans confused

New York Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks threw a curveball at his coach Tom Coughlin and fans who thought he would be at offseason training activities. After being interviewed the night before and saying he was looking forward to a ‘leadership role’ among the receivers, Nicks was a no-show at Giants OTAs. His absence left Coughlin speechless and very unhappy. The Giants two...
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Mark Herzlich lined up as the Giants starting middle linebacker during OTA’s

According to Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPNNewYork.com, Mark Herzlich was the Giants starting middle linebacker during today’s organized team activities. First team linebackers: Herzlich at MLB and Paysinger and Rivers at OLBs — Ohm Youngmisuk (@NotoriousOHM) May 22, 2013 With Chase Blackburn gone, it makes sense that Herzlich will get the first crack at being the Giants starting middle...
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Giants’ defense regressed under Perry Fewell’s leadership

Since 2010, the New York Giants’ defense has gone from being a top ten unit to one of the worst defenses in the NFL in 2012, ranked as low as 31st overall. It also doesn’t help that Osi Umenyiora left for the Falcons without many options to replace his production. Justin Tuck and Corey Webster are getting older. Antrel Rolle is overpaid and the linebacker position continues to...
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Facing the Giants - 2013 offense preview

​The New York Football Giants seem to be preparing for rain this offseason. The Giants General Manager Jerry Reese bolstered the offensive line with the 20131st round draft pick OT Justin Pugh to the right of OG Chris Snee. To the far left of recently repaired tough guy C David Baas, OT Will Beatty re-signed for 5 more years ($38.75 million). New York native and standout run...
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