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A few days ago, SportingNews.com broke down the Quarterbacks in the NFC. Big Blue ended up No. 5 on their list. Yesterday, they broke down the Offensive Lines in the NFC. Here’s the Top 5 on the list…

1. Dallas Cowboys - “Three Pro Bowlers — LT Flozell Adams, RG Leonard Davis and C Andre Gurode — pave the way for one of the league’s most prolific offenses. The short-yardage running could be better, but that’s nit-picking.”
2. Philadelphia Eagles - “LT William Thomas and RT Jon Runyan are reliable but aging bookends. RG Shawn Andrews is nearing elite status. The massive line is better suited for a power rushing attack than the team’s pass-happy scheme.”
3. Minnesota Vikings - “LG Steve Hutchinson, C Matt Birk and LT Bryant McKinnie make life easier for RB Adrian Peterson, but McKinnie sometimes struggles in pass protection. The right side has been a problem but is improving.”
4. Green Bay Packers - “LT Chad Clifton and RT Mark Tauscher offer the security QB Aaron Rodgers needs, though Clifton isn’t as strong in the running game. Feisty C Scott Wells uses technique and leverage to get the job done.”
5. New York Giants - “The unit of LT David Diehl, LG Rich Seubert, C Shaun O’Hara, RG Chris Snee and RT Kareem McKenzie includes no superstar but has no weak link. It protects Eli Manning and excels in the power running game.”

The Cowboys do have a massive O-Line which bothers me because it makes it a little more difficult for the Giants to get through. I never thought the Eagles had a great O-Line, rather I thought they had a really good Quarterback who avoids getting sacked except in Osi’s 6 sack game. I don’t know much about the Vikings’ or the Packers’ Offensive Lines. They are correct by stating that the Giants don’t have a superstar, but they play very well together.

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While Jerry Reese went to the pro day at LSU, two Giants scouts were check out players at Rutgers.  The Draft is about a month away now.  I’m always so impatient about it because I want to know what type of talent will be on the Giants the following season.  When you pick 32nd, so many things can happen which makes it almost unpredictable.  However, it’s worth picking 32nd because they are the reigning Champions.

 Special Meeting - Michael Eisen pointed out that Tom Coughlin invited Lieutenant General Ray Odierno and his son to Giants Stadium.

Good to be a Champion! - Khalil Garriott found out that Antonio Pierce has not come down from cloud nine two months after winning Super Bowl XLII!

Giants extend G Seubert - Michael Eisen also covered the contract extention that the Giants gave to Rich Seubert.  The Star-Ledger reported this story yesterday.

Newsday:

Super Bowl champ Giants offer extension to guard Seubert

New York Daily News:

Giants sign Rich Seubert to three-year extension

New York Post:

SEUBERT RE-UPS FOR THREE YEARS

The Star-Ledger:

Snippets from Rutgers pro day - Mike Garafolo attended the pro day at Rutgers and kept an eye on a bunch of draft hopefuls: RB Ray Rice, OL Jeremy Zuttah, OL Mike Fladell, DB Ron Girault, WR James Townsend, and DT Eric Foster.  Garafolo stated that the Giants had two scouts there but no coaches.

Season opener could be a bit earlier - Mike Garafolo found out that “The defending Super Bowl champions’ season opener, which will be played at Giants Stadium, might kick off at 7 p.m. — rather than the usual 8:30 start — in order to avoid a conflict with the last day of the Republican National Convention.”  Is anybody going to watch the Convention over opening day of the NFL?

A done deal with Seubert

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Following up on the Saints interest in Jeremy Shockey, ProFootballTalk.com stated that the Giants wanted a second round pick and Safety Roman Harper back in February.  The Saints were not willing to give that up to get Shockey at the time.  Since then, the Giants have signed Sammy Knight which means they don’t need a Safety as much as they did a month ago.  ProFootballTalk.com goes on to point out that it seems like the Giants are willing to trade Shockey if the deal is right because they were the ones that set the price.  Since rumors resurfaced yesterday, this makes me wonder what the Saints are willing to give up this time.  Will it be enough for Jerry Reese to give Shockey away?

The Star-Ledger:

Seubert extended through 2012 - Left Guard Rich Seubert had two years remaining on his contract, but Mike Garafolo reported that the Giants signed Seubert to a contract extention that will keep him wearing blue through the 2011 season.  Due to the source, the money was not disclosed yet.  Rich, 29, spent his entire career as a Giant, and the Giants offered him a contract extension to finish his career in New York.  Down the stretch, the O-Line seemed like it was clicking on all cylindars so there is no need to change it.  Also, I love the loyalty here…on both sides.  The Giants historically have kept many of their players their entire careers, and many of the players want to play for the New York Football Giants their entire careers.

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In addition to signing Asante Samuel, the Eagles also signed DE Chris Clemons from the Raiders to a 5-year contract.  The Eagles have been quite busy and they are even interested in going after Randy Moss…so are the Cowboys.  So the influx of talent in the NFC East will make it even harder to repeat.  The Cowboys also have been busy, but the Redskins and the Giants have not.  We will have to keep a close eye on the NFL Draft because that’s the route the G-MEN are going to take.

 Mailbag for February 29, 2008 - Michael Eisen answers questions from Jints fans.

Did you Know? - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Rich Seubert regarding his tenure on the Giants.

Newsday:

Giants lose Mitchell, Torbor and Wilson - By the time I wrote yesterday, we already knew that Mitchell went to Buffalo and Torbor went to Miami.  Later on in the day, Gibril Wilson agreed to a 6-year deal with the Oakland Raiders worth $39 million according to Bob Glauber.  Damn…that was quick.

New York Daily News:

Giants lose three from defense - Ralph Vacchiano covered the same story as Newsday.

New York Post:

WILSON, MITCHELL, AND TORBOR LEAVE JINTS - Paul Schwartz covered the same story as Newsday.

New York Times:

Giants Lose Three Players in Free Agency - The New York Times covered the same story as Newsday.

Samuel Leaves Patriots for a 6-Year Deal With the Eagles - Judy Battista reported that the Eagles ended up signing Asante Samuel as rumored.  Samuel signed a 6-year deal estimated at $10 million per year.  I don’t want talented people in the NFC East that aren’t part of the Big Blue Wrecking Crew.  Samuel is good for a pick every other game, and now we have to face him twice a year for 6 years.

The Star-Ledger:

…but don’t rule out Wilson - Mike Garafolo stated that he believes that Sammy Knight visited the Denver Broncos and left without a contract.  He also said that Eugene Wilson is still available.

Coleman gone - Mike Garafolo pointed out that Erik Coleman of the Jets has signed with the Atlanta Falcons so cross him off the list of possible candidates.

Giants lose 3 starters

Needell: Don’t freak over losing Wilson, either

Wilson gone

Needell: Eagles sign Samuel

Afternoon tidbits - Mike Garafolo provided a few tidbits yesterday afternoon:

• The Giants are also interested in Trent Green as a backup QB.
• Yahoo! reported that the Giants are interested in CB Jason Webster and DE N.D. Kalu.
• Derrick Ward has not left the G-MEN yet.

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One week has passed already, and we have to wait one more week till Super Bowl XLII.  How annoying is that?  Well, the Big Blue Wrecking Crew will be flying out to Arizona tomorrow.  Much more will be going on this week than went on last week.  They have to deal with all of the reporters and practice for the big game all week.  Nothing really happens on Saturday, and Sunday will come eventually.  The game will be at the University of Phoenix Stadium.

 Comeback Kid - Michael Eisen wrote a piece on Corey Webster season of ups and downs.

Transcript: Coach Tom Coughlin - Michael Eisen discusses the status of the Giants with Tom Coughlin.

Newsday:

SUPER BOWL XLII/GIANTS VS. PATRIOTS: BLOG BITE / From “What About Bob?” - Bob Glauber wrote an article about the gap in Michael Strahan’s teeth.

Giants packed and focused on winning Super Bowl -According to the AP, the G-MEN have their bags packed and are ready to fly to Arizona tomorrow.

This time, Strahan hopes to be a Super savor

Still Super for Hostetler

Super Bowl hype has feel of national holiday

Ex-Giant McConkey still believes in his team

Giants’ Tynes knows about dealing with adversity - Barbara Barker revealed all of the adversity Lawrence Tynes had to deal with growing up.

SUPER BOWL XLII: GIANTS VS. PATRIOTS: No guarantee - Shaun Powell pointed out that there were no guarantees made yet, but he included a quote from Joe Namath who had something to say “Eli and the Giants can do it, I’m telling you,”. 

Jaws has good, bad news - Ron Jaworski complemented the D-Line of Big Blue but questioned the secondary.

Defense leader Bruschi has become image Patriots - According to Tom Rock, Patriot players believe that Tedy Bruschi’s face is part of the logo on the helmet.

Snyder driving Redskins’ bus off the road again - Bob Glauber reported that Dan Snyder fired his Defensive Coordinator and Offensive Coordinator yesterday.  On top of the firings, the Redskins promoted Greg Blache to Defensive Coordinator and hired Jim Zorn as Offensive Coordinator.  I heard it on the radio and it made no sense to me because the Redskins still haven’t hired a Head Coach.  Earlier in the week, it seemed like Jim Fassel was going to be named the Coach, but now Dan Snyder said he is still looking for the right guy.  The strange thing is the Head Coach will have no say on who his DC and OC are because Washington already hired them.  This also means that if the Redskins do not have a Coach by next week then they can interview Steve Spagnuolo.

New York Daily News:

Hollywood script couldn’t top Tom Brady-Eli Manning storyline

Giant upset over Pats has familiar ring to New England’s shocker over Rams - If Big Blue pulls off the upset then maybe they will also win 3 Super Bowls in 4 years too.

News pits Bill Belichick’s best offense against his best defense - Hank Gola created an interesting scenario in this article where he raises this question: Would Bill Belichick’s best defense (’86 Giants) beat Bill Belichick’s best offense (’07 Patriots)?  Gola asked a number of players on the ‘86 Giants team and included a bunch of quotes.  The only issue was he didn’t include any quotes from Belichick or the ‘07 Pats.  Regardless, this was one of the most well thought out articles I’ve read in years.  Definitely check it out.

Tom Coughlin, Giants roll with changes

After missing ‘72 Dolphins, Patriot perfection would be somethin’ to see - I just wish it wasn’t my boys in blue in the way.  The Giants were the last team to try to ruin perfection in the Regular Season and in the Postseason.

Giants’ reality show a Super thrill

Playing through ankle injury, Plaxico Burress shows toughness

Giants secondary coming together in time to solve Tom Brady

Memo to Giants: Shut your Big Blue mouths before the Super Bowl! - I have a big problem with Bob Raissman writing this article.  You can tell what it’s about by the header.  Raissman included a list of five things that the Giants shouldn’t say.  I said that the Giants shouldn’t talk because the media spun things out of control and will give Boston bulletin board material.  Things weren’t even said though.  But, the same newspapers that fabricated stories should not turn around and say don’t talk.

Giants fan designed stadium holding big game against Patriots

Jay Alford says keeping cool under pressure now a snap

Jeff Feagles still kicking at 43

Revisiting Plaxico Burress’ year in black and Big Blue

Rich Seubert, Kevin Dockery on mend - Both Seubert and Dockery practiced yesterday, and they may be able to play in Super Bowl XLII.

Tedy Bruschi back, feeling Super - Rich Cimini wrote an article about how excited Tedy Bruschi is to go to the Super Bowl again after suffering a stroke.

As Super Bowl approaches, experts say NFL needs to tackle HGH issue - While baseball is finally fixing the long overdue issue, the other 3 major sports are doing nothing to fix the problem.  It’s a shame, and I’m glad that they are being called out on it.

New York Post:

THIS IS OUR COUNTRY - Steve Serby believes that the 2007 Giants are the same as the 2001 Patriots.

MATCHUP OF THE DAY - Steve Serby stated that the best matchup will be between Osi Umenyiora and Matt Light, and he believes that the Giants have the edge in that matchup.

COREY TURNS CORNER AT THE RIGHT TIME

SERBY’S SUNDAY Q&A WITH… Lawrence Tynes.

DESERT BLOOM

COUGHLIN: WIN OR ELSE IT WON’T MATTER - Nationally, that sums it up.  But Giants fans will remember how the team exceeded all expectations and is playing in the Super Bowl.

NO DOUBTING THOMAS - Mark Cannizzaro ensures us that Adalius Thomas is the real deal.

BRADY STILL LIMPIN’

DOCKERY: OUR GOAL TO BEAT UP PATRIOTS’ WRS

HE’S MINI-MOSS - Brandon London had to play the roll of Joey Galloway, Terrell Owens, and Randy Moss in practice.

V IS FOR VICTORY - Bobby Valentine, former Mets GM, wrote an article about why he is a Giants fan.

NO REAL SHOCK - The New York Post assembled some thoughts from the fans regarding Jeremy Shockey.

BELICHICK: THE GIANT YEARS - Brian Costello wrote also wrote a great article about Bill Belichick.  It isn’t as good as the one before, but still really good.  I’ve heard a ton of Giants fans call up radio stations this week bashing Belichick.  I don’t understand how you can do that to a man that was a huge part of winning two Super Bowls with Big Blue.  Belichick is in the AFC, so who cares?

RE-WRITING WRONGS - Mike Vaccaro went into his archives and located articles where he bashed the NY Giants.

HOLLYWOOD ENDING - Steve Tisch believes that the Jints will upset the Patriots.

New York Times:

Linked by Blood and Roots - John Branch covered the family ties between Justin Tuck and Adalius Thomas.

Redskins Get New Assistants but Await Decision on Coach

The Star-Ledger:

Is Tom Brady hurt or what?

Spagnuolo’s wife snips at Brady

Iraq War hero awoke the NY Giants

Dockery ready for Super Bowl duty

Pats vow no Week 17 repeat in Super Bowl - The Patriots said that they didn’t play good defense that night because they gave up 35 points which is true.  I say that the Giants defense didn’t play good because they gave up 38 points.  We’ll see what happens next week.  I expect a lot less points in the Super Bowl.

NY Giants Webster validates his pick

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You know when a sports story is big when the New York Times writes 4 articles about one game.  They’ve been doing it all week, and all of the normal sports papers in New York have been blasting out material like Tom Brady throws another TD pass to Randy Moss…in actuality, it’s even more than that.  You get my point.  Enjoy.

 One Giant Heaping of Blue Cheese - Blue-Blooded also reflected on the NFC Championship game and looks forward at the Super Bowl.

Radio’s Reads - Radio reflected on the NFC Championship game and looks forward at the Super Bowl.

Transcript: WR Amani Toomer - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Amani Toomer regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: Patriots Locker Room - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with a bunch of Patriots players.

Tynes A Network Star - Michael Eisen wrote an article about all of the radio and television shows that Lawrence Tynes appeared on since the Giants won the NFC Championship game last Sunday.

Transcript: DE Justin Tuck - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Justin Tuck regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: Patriots DL Richard Seymour - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Richard Seymour regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: Patriots LB Adalius Thomas - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Adalius Thomas regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: Patriots LB Mike Vrabel - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Mike Vrabel regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: WR Plaxico Burress - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Plaxico Burress regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: RB Brandon Jacobs - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Brandon Jacobs regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: QB Eli Manning - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Eli Manning regarding Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: Coach Tom Coughlin - Michael Eisen had a Q&A Session with Tom Coughlin regarding the Week 17 game against the Patriots and Super Bowl XLII.

Transcript: Patriots HC Bill Belichick - Bill Belichick released a statement regarding the preparation of the Patriots going into Super Bowl XLII.

Newsday:

Giants’ Toomer tells team making it is not enough - Bob Glauber put together a great piece on Amani Toomer’s feelings after losing in Super Bowl XXXV.

Stallworth jokes about taking QB reins from Brady

Marshall has a ‘Gameplan’

Brady a no-show again - So Tom Brady is playing the role that Bill Belichick wants.

Giants don’t want to be drawn into mouthing off

Eli gets ‘Super’ advice from brother Peyton

Giants coach Coughlin made change for better

Seubert will be ready to play for Giants - Anthony Rieber reports that Rich Seubert will play in Super Bowl XLII.

Game-day loner is MIA, but just for kickoff - John Valenti wrote an article about a Giants fan.

Super family feud for Giants’ Tuck, Pats’ Thomas - Arthur Staple points out that Justin Tuck and Adalius Thomas are second cousins and lived down the road from each other in Alabama.

Prepare to break the bank for Super Bowl tickets - According to Neil Best, Super Bowl XLII could be the most expensive Super Bowl ever.  The average ticket price is over $4,000 at TicketsNow and StubHub.

New York Daily News:

Story of boy named Tom Brady

Plaxico Burress grabs for attention - I believe that the Giants need to go way back to training camp, and remember what Tom Coughlin said then, “Talk Is Cheap, Play The Game”.

Title of best fits Bill Belichick - A great article here by Mike Lupica.

Tom Coughlin’s major test awaits vs. Bill Belichick - Another great article here by Gary Meyers.

Pats drag feet about Tom Brady

Puttin’ on the glitz! A new owner brings H’wood dazzle to once low-key team - I wish that John Mara would stand in the way of this to keep it as is.  If I wanted Hollywood dazzle then I would be a Cowgirls fan.

Seeking SpyGate intelligence when interviewing Bill Belichick - Bob Raissman wants to see Bill Belichick’s reaction when asked about SpyGate prior to Super Bowl XLII.

Amani Toomer feels 7-year itch

Eli: We must be perfect vs. Patriots - That’s for sure.  And Eli must play perfect too.  Manning was the only quarterback to throw no interceptions during the Playoffs.

Steve Smith played for USC in BCS Championship games

Patriots hit back cleanly - This is in regards to Osi’s comments.

Giant fans stay true Blue, even behind enemy lines - Dave Goldiner wrote an article about the members of the Giants Fan Club of New England.  I must admit, I’ve never heard of the club.  They have over 200 members.

Tom Brady’s mentor shows concern

New York Post:

TOM’S PLAYING PATRIOT GAMES - I hate when the media overdoes a story.  Brady already said that he would have to be in a stretcher not to play.  So the media already has the guys word.  Who cares where he is?  He’s probably in Belichick secret lab with an underground football field practicing for the Super Bowl.

GUARDED OPTIMISM

A COUPLE OF FRIENDLY ENEMIES

PATS HAVE BEST WRS?  PLAX SAYS NOT SO FAST

BLUE KIDS ON BLOCK - Paul Schwartz says that Big Blue isn’t concerned about the lack of Super Bowl experience.

DON’T BET AGAINST ‘EM - This article is by Hank Steinbrenner who is now going to write a series of guest columns for the New York Post about Super Bowl XLII.

TOUGH MANN CONTEST

STRAHAN, CAPTAIN CLUTCH AN INSPIRATION

New York Times:

Waiting Patiently in the Corner, Webster Breaks Out

Manning Keeping Things Normal During Abnormal Times

Once Again, Brady Missing From Locker Room

Brady Adds to Mystique Just by Not Being There

The Star-Ledger:

Osi doesn’t back down

Strahan’s latest thoughts on retirement - I’ve been waiting for Michael to retire.

Needell: Plaxico’s comments blown out of proportion

Same story at practice

Bill Belichick still mum on Tom Brady’s injury

Feeling bad for Shockey - I really don’t feel bad for Shockey.  I love how he’s a force to be wreckon with on offense just like Jacobs.  My problems with Shockey have to deal with calling out the team on television after the Seattle game.  And more importantly, Shockey needs to practice in New Jersey with Eli Manning.  They need to get on the same page because Jeremy drops a ton of passes.  He’s not a force on the field until he completes the pass.  Shockey isn’t the only one that trains in Miami, he has one or two other Giants with him which is even worse.  The thing that bothers me more than Jeremy’s desire to practicing in Miami is that the Giants allow it.

Super Bowl: Fire-breathing NY Giants RB Jacobs - “Fire-breathing”, now that’s original.  I love it.

It took only 20 years to use Super Bowl tickets

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Back-to-back, the Divisional Playoff game between the Giants and the Cowboys and the NFC Championship game between the Giants and the Packers were two of the greatest games I have ever seen.  Both of them went right down to the final play.  We’ll see how our boys in blue do in the Super Bowl.  I believe it will be a close game, we just need a few things to bounce our way so we can come out of the desert victorious.  I prefer those 41-0 games so there is no chance of losing.  Save the excitement of the nail bitters for years when the Giants are not in the Super Bowl.

Also, the line dropped another 1/2 of a point today.  So, it opened with the Giants being 14 point underdogs.  It was 12 1/2 yesterday.  Now it’s 12.  It’s still too big so expect that gap to keep shrinking. 

 Giants Stats Review - Based on the history of the NFL, Michael Eisen lets us know that the Giants have a pretty good shot at winning the Super Bowl.

Newsday:

Webster has made biggest turnaround for Giants - That’s for sure.  Arthur Staple put together a great article about the turnaround of Corey Webster.

Brady’s foot injury not serious - Tom Rock stated that “The cast-like boot on his right foot was there to help what has been reported as a minor high ankle sprain. Brady will have two weeks of rest before playing again in Glendale, Ariz., on Feb. 3.
“  This is the same injury that T.O. was recovering from at the end of the season.  Nobody know for sure if the injury reported is accurate.

Boston must be stopped

Ex-Giant Anderson sees Giants upsetting Patriots - I hope Otis is good at making predictions.

Giants-Packers title game ratings winner for Fox - Neil Best stated:

Eli Manning got the last laugh on that Green Bay TV station manager who last week tried to distract him by pre-empting “Seinfeld,” his favorite show, before the NFC title game.

Last night, Fox announced that the Giants’ upset of the Packers averaged 53.9 million viewers - making it the most-watched non-Super Bowl TV show of any kind since 1998, when 76.3 million watched the finale of … yup, “Seinfeld.”

Good for Eli.  It’s funny how things come full circle.  And it’s good news for the Giants because they have been involved in some games that had everybody wanted to watch.  In Week 17, when the Giants had the opportunity to upset the 15-0 Patriots, the game set a record for being the most watched television show besides the Superbowl.  In the NFC Championship Game, it was the most watched Conference Championship game in 13 years.  And in the Superbowl, when the Giants have another shot at upsetting the 18-0 Patriots, it has to be one of the most viewed Superbowls in NFL history.

Plumber’s game-day hardhat reveals his Giants soft spot

For this fan, cheering Giants to a win is no game

New York Daily News:

Giants expect Tom Brady will be Super

Eli Manning turns critics into converts

Five things the Giants learned about the Patriots in Week 17’s 38-35 loss - Ralph Vacchiano wrote 5 things that the Giants learned from playing the Patriots.

Tiki Barber ‘ecstatic’ for Giants - Tiki continues to lie, but I don’t care anymore about Tiki.  After all he said publically about the team, I was happy he retired.

Tom Brady will play in Super Bowl

Jinxed! S.I. puts Eli Manning on cover

While Giants study film from Week 17 loss, so can Bill Belichick - Hank Gola made a bunch of great points about how Belichick could prepare for the Super Bowl.

Giant backup LB and punt snapper Zak DeOssie has Super fan: his dad

Ex-Giant calls timeout on 9/11 walk - The New York Daily News stated that George Martin is taking a detour from his Cross Country charity walk to catch the Giants play in the Super Bowl.

Jim Fassel could coach Redskins

Patriots-Giants Super Bowl drives Jets fans nuts - I don’t know why.  This is news to me.  I’ve never heard any Jets fan dislike Giants fans and vice versa.  I root for the Jets all the time.  Even when they were 4-12.  If you are a Jets fan that hates Giants fans, or a Giants fan that hates Jets fans then please comment about the actual reason.  I know it exists between the Mets and the Yankees.  But I never heard of any hatred between the Jets and the Giants.

The New York Post:

THEY WON’T STAND PAT

GIANTS’ TV RATINGS SOAR

ERNIE ALWAYS BELIEVED IN ELI

ELI WON’T RUN FOR COVER

ARCHIE ‘NEVER ENVISIONED’ BACK-TO-BACK SUPER SONS - What parent would?  What are the odds of that happening?

GIANTS FACE AN ‘OFFICIAL’ REMATCH IN SUPE AS WELL - Paul Schwartz points out that the officiating crew that worked in Week 17 will also work the Super Bowl.  Many Giants players and fans complained about this crew led by Mike Carey.

REESE’S PIECES ARE A-OK

X MARKS THEIR SHOT - Steve Serby wrote up 10 reasons why the Jints can beat the Patriots.

HIS TYNES TO SHINE

New York Times:

Victorious Giants Return Home and It’s Time to Party On - Since the G-MEN came home, they have been partying in the Big Apple.  Tomorrow, they practice for the first time.

The Star-Ledger:

Are the Giants America’s Team? - Even though the Cowboys are labeled America’s Team, I don’t buy into that.  No team that wasn’t there since inception should not be labled that.

Jet LB’s hit unleashed Patriots’ Brady on the NFL

Around the Web: Following the Giants on Twitter and Facebook

A Spags reprieve

Nothing routine about Giants’ routine

Parcells, other Giants’ 1990 alums will be interested viewers of the big game

 Giants Super Bowl run could be a boon for new stadium

Around the Web: Tiki has no regrets - These Tiki articles need to stop.  Enough already.  We are where we are because he isn’t on the ‘team’.

Seubert likely to play - According to Mike Garafolo, Rich Seubert suffered a “small tear in one of his knee ligaments”.  The good news is that he should be ready for the big game.

Pick your favorite Giants Super Bowl moment

Sports Illustrated’s Dr. Z. picks … Giants!

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After today’s cuts, Michael Eisen provided a list of his predictions, and here it is:

Offense: 26

Quarterback (3): Eli Manning, Jared Lorenzen, Anthony Wright.

Running Back (4): Brandon Jacobs, Reuben Droughns, Derrick Ward, Ahmad Bradshaw.

Fullback (1): Robert Douglas.

Tight End (3): Jeremy Shockey, Kevin Boss, Michael Matthews.

Wide Receivers (6): Amani Toomer, Plaxico Burress, Sinorice Moss, Steve Smith, David Tyree, Anthony Mix.

Linemen (9): David Diehl, Rich Seubert, Shaun O’Hara, Chris Snee, Kareem McKenzie, Zach Piller, Grey Ruegamer, Guy Whimper, Adam Koets.

Defense: 24

Ends (3): Osi Umenyiora, Justin Tuck, Adrian Awasom.

Tackles (5): Fred Robbins, Barry Cofield, William Joseph, Manny Wright, Jay Alford.

Linebackers (7): Antonio Pierce, Kawika Mitchell, Mathias Kiwanuka, Chase Blackburn, Reggie Torbor, Zak DeOssie, Gerris Wilkinson.

Cornerbacks (5): Sam Madison, R.W. McQuarters, Corey Webster, Kevin Dockery, Aaron Ross.

Safeties (4): Gibril Wilson, James Butler, Michael Johnson, Craig Dahl.

Specialists: 2

Punter (1): Jeff Feagles.

Kicker (1): Lawrence Tynes.

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