New York Giants Articles - Page 135

The curious case of Eli Apple is continuing in New York, as the Giants benched the youngster on Saturday. It was a move that interim head coach Steve Spagnuolo said was a coach’s decision, but just not his. Basically, he is laying blame — or credit, depending on how you look at it — to the […]

Another week, another letdown of a performance from the New York Giants, who dropped to 2-14 after a 23-0 road loss to the Arizona Cardinals, who improve to 7-8 after 16 weeks of football. Ageless Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, as always, stole the show for Arizona, as he plucked down nine passes for 119 […]

UCLA Bruins quarterback Josh Rosen would reportedly prefer to play for the New York Giants rather than the Cleveland Browns. Furthermore, one of this NFL Draft class’ best prospects might rethink entering the professional ranks if Cleveland is committed to selecting him. This report comes by way of ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who wrote the following: […]

It is not uncommon for players from different sports to pay homage to each other. Athletes usually show their appreciation by wearing their favorite player’s shoes or emulating their playing style. However, New York Giants superstar wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. took it a step further by getting all of his icons tattooed on his leg. […]

The NFL’s game of the week proved worthy of the hype when the New England Patriots rode quarterback Tom Brady to a dramatic 27-24 victory against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. The Patriots’ win was one of quite a few highs from the weekend, depending on your point of view. Meanwhile, another blowout loss for the Cincinnati […]

We’re down to the final two weeks of the regular season, and yes, waiver wire pickups still matter. In that span, your fantasy football league’s champion will be decided, the one who will take home The Shiva and earn the rights to brag about his fantasy title for an entire year. If you’re among those […]

In his second year in the NFL, New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas has established himself as one of the rising stars at his position. The 24-year-old exemplified just that through his latest personal feat by joining New York Giants star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. in an exclusive category, via ESPN. Michael Thomas […]

There is a large cloudy of uncertainty around the New York Giants surrounding quarterback Eli Manning’s future beyond this season with the organization. In the midst of that, interim general manager Kevin Abrams voiced on Thursday morning that he is hopeful that rookie Davis Webb can get some playing time in the final three games […]

In the last couple of weeks, quarterback Eli Manning’s future beyond this season with the New York Giants has become a prominent topic of conversation around the organization. Giants co-owner John Mara shed some insight on the mindset of the front office voicing that he’s hopeful that Manning does return to the team next season, according […]

Interim New York Giants coach Steve Spagnuolo is none too pleased with Eli Apple. Not due to some lackluster play on the field, but because the cornerback was a little too active on Twitter while he was inactive during last Sunday’s game. A little sample of Eli Apple tweeting while the Giants were playing: I’m […]

The New Orleans Saints suffered another setback in Week 14 following their 20-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Fortunately, fans were at least treated to a dynamic performance from their top wide receiver, Micheal Thomas. The short week did not affect Thomas one bit as he caught 10 passes for 117 yards and a touchdown on […]

It’s the fantasy football playoffs, baby. Whether your team is still alive and kicking or has already been eliminated, quality waiver wire pickups are still available to improve your squad. We are also aware that there are some leagues out there that punish last-placers with some of the most embarrassing penalties imaginable, so let’s see […]

According to multiple reports, the New York Giants are currently slotting Dave Gettleman as the man most likely to take over as the National Football League franchise’s new general manager. This is according to both Adam Schefter of ESPN and Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. “Gettleman was the Giants’ pro personnel director from 1999 to 2012, […]

New York Giants youngster Evan Engram claims he didn’t mind Ben McAdoo going after his inability to catch a football right before the coach was fired. This might not seem like a big deal, but it could have been easier for Evan Engram to join everyone else, and simply pile on Ben McAdoo and the […]

The New York Giants started to fire front-office folk a few days before the Cleveland Browns. Yet, here we are, with the Browns having hired the man, John Dorsey, the Giants were apparently all hot and bothered in wanting to get. According to multiple reports, the Giants wanted to interview Dorsey after their decision to […]

When the New York Giants benched Eli Manning in favor of Geno Smith, some backlash was certainly to be expected. What wasn’t in the plans was for the former West Virginia standout to receive death threats. By way of Dan Duggan of NJ.com, the father of Geno Smith says he received a death threat last […]

Following eight seasons in the NFL, former New York Giants running back Rashad Jennings has made the decision to retire. Jennings made the announcement via social media on Friday morning by taking to Twitter to voice his appreciation for the opportunity to play in the NFL. https://twitter.com/RashadJennings/status/939141209301422085 “Today marks the day I officially retire from […]

New York Giants offensive lineman Justin Pugh, who has suffered yet another setback in his road to recovery, is now just hoping he can avoid back surgery. Pugh has been dealing with a back issue for the majority of this season. Unfortunately, he couldn’t get through Wednesday’s practice, and went for an MRI to see […]

There is some real irony in the contigent of players who complain about there being too much safety enforced in today’s National Football League. They are, in simple terms, complaining that others are complaining too much about the violence of the game. Bluh. Bluh. Bluh. Let’s no longer bury the lede. Former New York Giants […]

Although New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has been sidelined for the majority of the 2017 NFL season with an ankle injury, he continues to make headlines. Even before he was ruled out, Beckham Jr. has drawn his fair share of publicity over the years. Needless to say, the reactions to his countless […]

It has been nearly two months since New York Giants star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. suffered a season-ending fractured left ankle. Beckham Jr. has continued to progress through his recovery while recently getting past a big hurdle of already getting out of a walking boot, according to Kimberly Jones of NFL Network. Odell Beckham […]

The benching of two-time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning sent shockwaves throughout the NFL last week. Many stars around the league and former New York Giants teammates and coaches came to Manning’s defense as he dealt with a decision which put the veteran quarterback in a difficult position. Along with Michael Strahan, Tom Coughlin, and […]

With the New York Giants finally firing head coach Ben McAdoo, it is has allowed people to chime in with their thoughts without fear of hurting friends. This includes Victor Cruz, who was formerly a member of the Giants, as he went on the NFL Network and didn’t hold back on his thoughts. This is […]

Several weeks of tinkering with rosters, combing for waiver wire pickups, and concocting trades finally paid off for all of you who’ve clinched a fantasy football playoff spot. Still, there’s plenty of work left for playoff-bound team owners before taking home the title. The waiver wire can be your friend. For those who’ve been officially […]

Week 13 of the NFL season featured more lows than highs with pathetic defeats and poor behavior from one of the league’s biggest stars. Here is a look at the NFL’s best and worst from the weekend. Highs Seahawks still breathing The Seattle Seahawks started their home game against the NFC-leading Philadelphia Eagles backed into […]

The New York Giants have received major backlash over the last week for their benching of veteran quarterback Eli Manning. However, it all happened to no avail after the team announced the firing of head coach Ben McAdoo. While it is difficult to determine whether or not Manning’s benching was the final straw, it goes without saying […]

What a newsworthy day for the New York Giants. As the day started with the proud National Football League franchise firing coach Ben McAdoo and general manager Jerry Reese, it is attempting to win in the realm of PR, as Eli Manning is reportedly back as the team’s starting gunslinger. https://twitter.com/JordanRaanan/status/937742899294302208 Given that Eli Manning […]

The New York Giants finally pulled the trigger and fired embattled head coach Ben McAdoo. This is not exactly a stunning turn of events, as reports surfaced on Sunday that this was likely to happen. Also of note, general manager Jerry Reese joins McAdoo in being forced out the office. Jerry Reese had been with […]

The New York Giants dropped their 10th game of the season in a 24-17 loss to the Oakland Raiders on Sunday night, which presented further questions concerning head coach Ben McAdoo’s future. Following the contest, McAdoo didn’t exactly quiet the chatter surrounding him, stating that he would continue to coach as long as he’s got […]

Following the New York Giants’ decision to bench quarterback Eli Manning, it has put into question not only future with the team, but his long-term plans for his NFL career. Manning made it clear after Sunday’s 24-17 loss to the Oakland Raiders that he plans on returning for his 15th season in the league, according to […]

The New York Giants steady descent to Nowheresville continued Sunday, as they lost a road game to the Oakland Raiders, 24-17. The setback worsened their record to 2-10, but the game will mostly be remembered as the first in the franchise’s last 211 regular season games in which a quarterback not named Eli Manning started […]

New York Giants quarterback Geno Smith had a lot to say about his former coach, Rex Ryan, following a 24-17 loss to the Oakland Raiders on Sunday. During the postgame press conference, Smith stood on the podium, taking questions from reporters and talking about his first starting gig under center since 2014. He also did […]

New York Giants coach Ben McAdoo, who reportedly has a big day on Sunday, vows to not bench quarterback Geno Smith no matter what happens. Let’s start with this specific news at hand. Ben McAdoo told Sal Paolantonio of ESPN that he is committed to Smith throughout Sunday’s game and will not pull him in […]

The New York Giants might not be married to head coach Ben McAdoo for much longer. Heck, at least according to some reports, this poorly wed couple could see the relationship end as early as Sunday. According to the reports, if the New York Giants lose on Sunday (or even if they don’t), it is […]

Despite the world coming down around him, New York Giants coach Ben McAdoo claims he has no regrets over benching quarterback Eli Manning. Sure thing, Ben. In fact, I have no regrets over not winning a billion dollars. We know Ben McAdoo has no second thoughts in regards to the benching, as he told reporters […]

Wide receiver Amari Cooper won’t be on the field for the Oakland Raiders this coming Sunday, no thanks to a concussion and ankle injury he sustained back in Week 12’s 21-14 win over the Denver Broncos. Cooper left the Broncos game in the first half and didn’t return, and he would need more than a […]

Earlier this week, New York Giants head coach Ben McAdoo made the decision to bench quarterback Eli Manning for the first time in more than 13 years. It is a move that has received plenty of reaction around the league for the manner in which it was handled. In hindsight, McAdoo voiced on Friday that […]

For New York Giants defensive standout Michael Strahan doesn’t seem too pleased with the team benching quarterback Eli Manning. How do we know this? The (now) major media darling said as much. “I think we’re all surprised and disappointed,” Strahan said. “I don’t think they’re handling it very well. I don’t think you put it […]

Players kneeling during the national anthem isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. For New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon, he plans to keep kneeling no matter what else is happening around him. Furthermore, Olivier Vernon does not care if you boo him while he is doing so. “You hear ‘coward’ and ‘stand up’ and ‘disgrace,’’ […]