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Saturday, June 30, 2018

Saquon Barkley: Giants 'definitely' have spot for Yankees' Aaron Judge -- if he wants

Giants running back Saquon Barkley said that if Yankees slugger Aaron Judge "ever decides to make that switch ... there's definitely a spot for him on the Giants."

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A killing at Janoris Jenkins' home: An NFL star, his brother and claims of jealousy

Police have yet to say what specifically killed Roosevelt Rene, a family friend of Janoris Jenkins.

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Expert's take on Giants offensive line rebuild | 3 starters in, 3 starters out, so really an upgrade?

Did Giants general manager Dave Gettleman improve the offensive line or just change the parts? NFL Network's Brian Baldinger is an expert on offensive linemen. What does he see?

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Friday, June 29, 2018

WATCH: Giants' Odell Beckham hits home run at Yankee Stadium

Giants star wide receiver Odell Beckham took batting practice with the Yankees' Aaron Judge, Gleyber Torres, Giancarlo Stanton and Greg Bird before Friday's game against the Red Sox.

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Was the man found in Janoris Jenkins' home killed because of jealousy?

Family of 26-year-old Roosevelt Rene, who was found in the Giants player's basement, has created a GoFundMe page to help with funeral expenses.

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Tiki Barber: Saquon Barkley breaking his Giants records? New side of Odell Beckham? Impression of Pat Shurmur?

Giants great Tiki Barber on his expectations for Saquon Barkley, the Giants' negotiations with Odell Beckham, and the evolution of the NFL running back

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Ranking the NFC East safeties: How do Giants' Landon Collins, Eagles' Malcolm Jenkins stack up?

Giants safety Landon Collins and Eagles' Malcolm Jenkins have each made two Pro Bowls, and there is plenty of young talent in the NFC East at the position.

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Thursday, June 28, 2018

Janoris Jenkins' brother killed producer during fight, prosecutors say

The criminal complaint does not specify how Roosevelt Rene was injured.

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Do Giants still have one of the worst rosters in the NFL?

Despite sweeping changes made by the Giants over the offseason, Pro Football Focus is tampering down expectations for 2018.

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How 4 Giants WRs used Kalif Raymond's JUGS Machine and an assembly line to catch Pat Shurmur's attention

WRS Kalif Raymond, Hunter Sharp, Marquis Bundy and Amba Etta-Tawo all are fighting for places on Giants' 53-man roster, but they practiced together in parking lots instead of playing video games.

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Ranking the NFC East LBs: How do Giants' Alec Ogletree, Eagles' Nigel Bradham, Cowboys' Sean Lee stack up?

Had it not been a string of devastating injuries, Dallas Cowboys linebacker Sean Lee might one day find his bust in Canton, Likewise Eagles' middle linebacker Jordan Hicks is one of the league's most dominant at the position when healthy. Washington's Ryan Kerrigan is a nightmare for opposing quarterbacks, and teammate Zach Brown might be the best pure tackler at the position. Likewise, the Giants made a significant upgrade at linebacker by trading for Alec Ogletree and moving Olivier Vernon to outside linebacker from defensive end.

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Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Is Odell Beckham misunderstood? Here is Giants QB Davis Webb's telling answer (VIDEO)

Giants QB Davis Webb is regarded as one of the hardest workers around, but even he is wowed by some of the things Odell Beckham does.

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15 bold predictions for Giants in 2018 | Expectations of Odell Beckham, Alec Ogletree, Damon Harrison, Nate Solder, more

Will Giants have a 100-tackle linebacker? When will Odell Beckham be extended? Will Eli Manning start all 16 games? When will Giants get 1st win?

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Ranking the NFC East DTs: How do Giants' Damon Harrison, Eagles' Fletcher Cox stack up?

Prior to the 2017 season, the Eagles doubled-down on the defensive line, adding Tim Jernigan to form one of the most dominant front fours in the NFL, and the Giants followed suit during this offseason by adding ends B.J. Hill and Josh Mauro. Meanwhile, Washington picked up Alabama run-stuffer Da'Ron Payne in the first round of the NFL Draft, to complete a formidable front-three, as well.

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Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Plaxico Burress was in Odell Beckham's position with Giants and here is his advice: 'Don't have him disgruntled'

Plaxico Burress says Odell Beckham is a 'generational player' who can be misunderstood. He hopes Giants resolve Beckham's contract dispute like they did his in 2008.

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Ranking the NFC East DEs: How do Eagles' Brandon Graham, Giants' Dalvin Tomlinson stack up?

Last season, the Eagles leveraged a dominant pass rush and one of the NFL's premier defensive lines into a Super Bowl championship, which led general manager Dave Gettleman and the Giants to double-down in bolstering the defensive line both via free agency and the NFL Draft. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys have assembled one of the top defensive end duos in the league. Within the division, Brandon Graham and DeMarcus Lawrence are Pro Bowl caliber players at one of the most important positions on the roster.

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Monday, June 25, 2018

WFAN's Mike Francesa has a new title: Hall of Famer

Mike Francesa has achieved radio immortality. The WFAN host is a member of the National Radio Hall of Fame Class of 2018, it was announced Sunday. Francesa will be inducted at a Nov. 15 ceremony in Manhattan.

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How Justin Tuck is helping Landon Collins be Giants' next great leader | 'He needs to be that guy'

Coach Pat Shurmur wants 'The Giants Way' to continue. Justin Tuck's leadership lessons imparted to Landon Collins should help.

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Ranking the NFC East WRs: How do Giants' Odell Beckham, Eagles' Alshon Jeffery stack up?

The NFC East is home to some of the most electrifying wide receivers in the league, including Giants' star Odell Beckham Jr. and one of Carson Wentz's favorite targets Alshon Jeffery. As if there wasn't enough talent on the outside at the position, Sterling Shepard, Nelson Agholor, and Paul Richardson all could launch convincing arguments to be among the premier slot receivers in the game.

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Inside Giants' position battle for starting center job between Jon Halapio, Brett Jones | 'Iron sharpens iron'

One of the most hotly contested position battles on the Giants' roster this spring has been between Brett Jones and Jon Halapio for the starting center job, replacing Weston Richburg. .

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Sunday, June 24, 2018

Will Giants' Eli Manning make 16 starts in 2018? 1,100 yards for Saquon Barkley? | Bickering beat writers

Giants beat reporters Ryan Dunleavy and Matt Lombardo voice their differing opinions on hot topics such as Saquon Barkley's rookie expectations, Eli Manning's job security and Odell Beckham's contract. Which will be more improved: Giants offense or defense?

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WATCH: Remembering what Giants' Odell Beckham once said about NFL holdouts | Panic meter

Giants star Odell Beckham has stayed mostly silent for almost a year, but he will he be happy as the No. 166-highest-paid player in NFL in 2018?

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Giants, USA Football program named finalist for ESPN award

The Giants, and the team's medical service providers Hospital for Special Surgery were named a finalist for the Corporate Community Impact Award at ESPN's Sports Humanitarian Awards in Los Angeles on July 17 for the work with USA Football.

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Saturday, June 23, 2018

NFL Comeback Player of the Year: Is Giants' Odell Beckham a lock? Not against this star-studded field

Odell Beckham's first 3 seasons in NFL were record-setting, but a crazy number of NFL superstars are on the comeback in 2018.

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Could Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie return to Giants? | Mailbag

The Giants and the NFL have both pressed the 'pause' button for the next month until training camp gets underway on July 25, but that doesn't mean there aren't pressing questiosn facing the team this summer.

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Friday, June 22, 2018

Ranking the NFC East: How do Eagles, Giants, Cowboys, Washington's OL stack up?

The Cowboys offensive line has taken significant steps backwards in recent years, the Giants overhauled what was one of the worst units in the league in 2017 over the offseason, and the Eagles' offensive line paved the way to the franchise's first Super Bowl championship last season.

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Here are changes noticed by 2 longtime Giants | Zak DeOssie, Mark Herzlich explain new era

Only Eli Manning has been with Giants longer than Zak DeOssie and Mark Herzlich, who see changes from Pat Shurmur. Both also have been active with the Newark Mentoring Movement.

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Thursday, June 21, 2018

Giants roster breakdown 2018: Locks, long shots, players on bubble after OTAs, minicamp

Giants have 90 players on roster but only 53 will make the cut, plus practice squad. Assessing the odds of each player entering the preseason.

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Ranking the NFC East TEs: How do Giants' Evan Engram, Eagles' Zach Ertz stack up?

Future Hall of Famer and former Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten retired earlier this offseason, but Zach Ertz has been building a case for being the best tight end in the division for the last several seasons. Meanwhile, Evan Engram became a focal point of the Giants' offense in Odell Beckham's absence last season, and Jordan Reed has built a tremendous career but has been hampered by nagging injuries in recent seasons.

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Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Giants' Saquon Barkley has NFL's top-selling jersey, edging Eagles, Cowboys stars

Saquon Barkley Mania is in full effect as his jersey has been flying off the racks at DICK's Sporting Goods since the NFL Draft.

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Ranking Giants' 2018 undrafted rookies: Which Big Ten underdog has best shot to make the team?

Giants are down to 9 undrafted rookies. There is opportunity to make team team, so who has the best chance? Spoiler: Check the Big Ten.

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Ranking the NFC East RBs: How do Giants' Saquon Barkley, Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott, Eagles' Jay Ajayi stack up?

The Eagles look to continue a backfield by committee approach this season, as does Washington with Rob Kelley and rookie Derrius Guice, while the Giants invested the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft in Saquon Barkley as a focal point of both the running and aerial attack.

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Tuesday, June 19, 2018

Making sense of potential Odell Beckham-Giants standoff, recapping minicamp | PODCAST

When Giants head coach Pat Shurmur revealed last week during minicamp that wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had been medically cleared to practice, he inadvertently may have set the stage for a summer contract standoff.

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Madden 19 slams Giants, Jets | Player ratings for Odell Beckham, Saquon Barkley too low?

Madden 19 video creators aren't expecting much out of Giants and they might be the only ones underrating rookie Saquon Barkley.

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Giants' Saquon Barkley, N.J.'s Karl-Anthony Towns in ESPN The Magazine's The Body Issue

Saquon Barkley's quads are an internet sensation, so they will be in ESPN The Magazine's The Body Issue. Giants star Odell Beckham was highlighted in 2015.

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Hey, Penn State haters: Giants' Saquon Barkley forgave my dumb Tweet in hilarious way (VIDEO)

Big things are expected of rookie Saquon Barkley with the Giants. 3 years ago, I questioned where the Penn State star would fit at Rutgers, and he hasn't forgotten it.

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Ranking the NFC East QBs: How do Eagles' Carson Wentz, Nick Foles, GIants' Eli Manning stack up?

Carson Wentz remains on the mend from a shredded ACL suffered in Week 14 of an MVP caliber season against the Los Angeles Rams but the Eagles have Super Bowl MVP winner Nick Foles as an insurance policy to open the season. Meanwhile, Adding running back Saquon Barkley, and completely rebuilding the offensive line should give Eli Manning new life in his first year in Pat Shurmur's offense. Likewise, Washington is pinning its hopes on Alex Smith, and the Dallas Cowboys hope that despite several losses at key positions that Dak Prescott can continue to develop in his third season.

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Monday, June 18, 2018

Modest N.J. home of longtime Giants GM now listed for under $500K (PHOTOS)

The home has been on the market since mid-April.

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NFL rumors: Ex-Cowboys WR Dez Bryant leaving NFC East? Latest odds

The Dallas Cowboys released wide receiver Dez Bryant in April. He remains unsigned as NFL training camps approach next month. Bryant wanted to stay in the NFC East and sign with the Giants, Eagles or Redskins. But it's looking like Bryant could eventually call the AFC South home in 2018.

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Jonathan Stewart's experience in Odell Beckham's shoes | Negotiating with Giants GM Dave Gettleman

Jonathan Stewart took a business approach to negotiations with Dave Gettleman and followed the GM to Giants: 'I support him 100 percent'

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Giants 53-man roster prediction | How is team shaping up post-minicamp?

Giants minicamp is officially over, and with training camp looming next month, the roster is beginning to take shape around quarterback Eli Manning, running back Saquon Barkley, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., and standout defenders Landon Collins and Dalvin Tomlinson.

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Sunday, June 17, 2018

Giants rookie QB Kyle Lauletta: 'Nothing overwhelming to me' | Is he competing with Davis Webb?

Kyle Lauletta vs. Davis Webb? Or Kyle Lauletta and Davis Webb? How will Giants rookie QB find his niche behind Eli Manning?

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WATCH: Odell Beckham's campers pull out stops to mimic Giants star's move, style

Giants star Odell Beckham wasn't letting any campers juke, spin or dance their way past him no matter how many tried.

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Will 2018 be Eli Manning's best year? How can Giants new weapons help him? | Mailbag

The offseason is over, Giants players and coaches have a six-week break before training camp with the preseason and regular season kickoff against the Jacksonville Jaguars looming not far behind in Week 1.

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Saturday, June 16, 2018

Odell Beckham plans to be at Giants training camp: 'No holdout'

Giants star Odell Beckham briefly broke his silence on his contract and future with Giants at a camp he hosted in New Jersey.

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Giants' Odell Beckham 'wows' with crazy catches while coaching at youth camp | Highlights

Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. spent Saturday coaching at his annual youth football camp at St. Joseph's High School, and made several of the patented one-handed catches that fans have become accustomed to on Sundays at MetLife Stadium.

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Will an Odell Beckham contract extension force Giants' hand on Eli Manning? | Salary cap analysis

If Giants need to pay Odell Beckham Jr. more than $17 million per year, will ripple effect mean turning to a cheaper QB than Eli Manning to manage salary cap?

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Friday, June 15, 2018

11 thoughts as Giants head toward training camp | Olivier Vernon is defense's MVP, deep ball is back

Giants won't practice again as a full team until July 25. Here are some observations after 16 practices under head coach Pat Shurmur.

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What we learned from Giants' minicamp: Get ready for Saquon Barkley wheel-routes, emphasis on pass-rush

The Giants offseason is officially over following a three day minicamp that offered a glimpse of new schemes under head coach Pat Shurmur, offensive coordinator Mike Shula, defensive coordinator James Bettcher and new additions Saquon Barkley, Nate Solder, Will Hernandez, Alec Ogletree, and others.

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Don La Greca rants about 'false narrative' WFAN's Mike Francesa is 'crushing' ESPN's 'Michael Kay Show'

Don La Greca says he doesn't care about Mike Francesa, his WFAN show or if people would rather listen to him instead of ESPN Radio New York's "The Michael Kay Show." But the host went on an epic rant Thursday, blasting what he says is a "false narrative" that Francesa's show is "crushing" Kay, La Greca and Peter Rosenberg's three-man show while going at local media.

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Thursday, June 14, 2018

6 practice observations from Giants final minicamp practice: Davis Webb's 1st-team reps, injury updates

Pat Shurmur sent the Giants for 6 weeks with an hour-long final practice of minicamp. Eli Manning threw routes to Odell Beckham, but not much more as young players took spotlight.

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Legalized sports betting brings buzz to Monmouth Park, but will it last? | Politi

The crowd was intense as Gov. Murphy places the first wager, but bet on the newness wearing off.

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Pat Shurmur not thrilled after Nate Solder injured in ugly fight between Will Hernandez and Damon 'Snacks' Harrison at Giants' minicamp

The final practice of Giants' minicamp was marred by an ugly scuffle involving nose tackle Damon Snacks Harrison, and rookie offensive guard Will Hernandez that resulted in veteran left tackle Nate Solder walking off with the head athletic trainer following Thursday's session.

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WATCH: Odell Beckham makes series of TD catches on final day of Giants' minicamp

Odell Beckham Jr. practices touchdown catches on the final day of minicamp at the New York Giants' East Rutherford practice facility.

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A.J. Francis seeking revenge on Redskins after joining Giants: 'Didn't give me justice I deserved'

When Redskins' 2017 season went down the tubes, A.J. Francis says he was the 1 making plays every week. Giants give him chance to make Redskins pay for his release.

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New Jersey sports betting: Listen up, Gov. Murphy -- here are 10 first-day wagers

Murphy is probably going to bet on Germany to win the World Cup, but where's the fun in that? Here are a few Jersey-centric wagers he should choose.

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Giants' James Bettcher believes he has 3 All-Pros on defense | Takeaways

During his first press conference since being named defensive coordinator back in April, James Bettcher vowed to bring a "relentless" defense to the Giants this season, and opened up about the progress that has been made with the likes of Alec Ogletree, Landon Collins, and Olivier Vernon this spring.

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Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Saquon Barkley responds to being called out by Giants' Snacks Harrison

Giants Pro Bowl nose tackle Damon 'Snacks' Harrison threw down the gauntlet Tuesday, vowing to "hit [Saquon Barkley's] ass and see what he is made of," during training camp, and Barkley couldn't help but laugh at his teammate's challenge.

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Ereck Flowers: Giants need to do what's best for them | 'I want to prove to myself I can play'

Ereck Flowers looks like Giants starting right tackle in 2018. He reacts to position change, trade talks, no-showing minicamp, contract status and more.

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WATCH: Eli Manning, Odell Beckham Jr. throwing after Giants' minicamp practice

Odell Beckham Jr. was finally medically cleared to return practice this week yet he has not taken part in any full-team reps during the Giants' three-day minicamp, but that hasn't stopped the wide receiver from getting extra work in with quarterback Eli Manning.

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Phil Murphy responds to WFAN's Mike Francesa, talks sports betting

Phil Murphy has received his first audience with Mike Francesa. The New Jersey governor hopped on WFAN on Tuesday to talk sports betting.

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Eli Manning's wasted prime? The Giants aren't only to blame | Politi

The Giants quarterback won't have any excuses in 2018, and that's a good thing.

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Giants' Will Hernandez embracing role as Saquon Barkley's bodyguard, opens up about practice fights

Giants' second-round NFL Draft choice Will Hernandez can't protect or clear the path for No. 2 overall pick running back Saquon Barkley at all times, but he sure wishes that he could.

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Tuesday, June 12, 2018

Takeaways from Giants minicamp Day 1 | Odell Beckham's first practice since being medically cleared

Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. returned to the practice field for the first day of Giants mandatory minicamp on Tuesday after skipping the final two OTA practices of the offseason, but that wasn't even the biggest news of the day about the wide receiver.

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Is Giants' Eli Manning satisfied with memorabilia lawsuit settlement?

Giants QB Eli Manning vehemently defended any wrongdoing in lawsuit memorabilia settlement, so what's his reaction to settlement? Manning shared his thoughts after the first day of practice at minicamp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 (6/12/18) at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, N.J.

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WFAN's Mike Francesa blasts Phil Murphy, N.J. for online sports betting delay; Twitter fights back

WFAN host Mike Francesa blasted Gov. Phil Murphy's Monday release announcing he had signed legislation that will finally bring legalized sports betting to New Jersey starting Thursday, but many are supporting Murphy.

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WATCH: Odell Beckham at Giants minicamp | How much could he do?

When the Giants took the field for mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 (6/12/18) at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, N.J., Odell Beckham Jr. was among the wide receivers, after skipping the previous two voluntary OTA practices of the offseason.

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1st sign of Odell Beckham, Giants stand-off? Will injured WR do team reps at minicamp?

Odell Beckham is showing up to Giants minicamp, but will he still have the cover of not being medically cleared? Or is a holdout brewing?

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World Cup 2018: No USA? No problem! Here's who N.J. fans should root for in Russia

Belgium. Iceland. Nigeria. Portugal. Here are all 32 teams ranked in order of how you should root for them.

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Giants offensive line: Is quick fix even possible? | What Super Bowl XLII champs can teach us

Giants overhauled their offensive line in free agency and NFL Draft. Is too much expected too soon? 'There are no shortcuts,' ex-Giants say.

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Giants minicamp blueprint: Main objectives for Pat Shurmur, Mike Shula, and staff

On offense, Organized Team Activities gave a glimpse of both what the scheme and new personnel such as No. 2 overall pick running back Saquon Barkley, veteran left tackle Nate Solder, and wide receiver Cody Latimer will bring to the table in 2018.

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Monday, June 11, 2018

Mike Francesa posts big May rating in WFAN return | How far ahead of Michael Kay, ESPN?

He's officially Numbah One in New York again. Mike Francesa had a dominant month of May after making his WFAN return.

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Giants injury update: Who's ailing heading into minicamp?

The Giants open a three-day minicamp beginning on Tuesday, and while this is the first mandatory set of practices this offseason, that doesn't mean that every member of the team will be on the field this week.

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Hey, Patriots fans: Here's how to tell apart McCourty twins from experts around Rutgers, NFL

Jason and Devin McCourty are confusing Patriots coaches, so we asked the identical twins, their mother and ex-teammates at Rutgers and St. Joseph-Montvale for the secrets. Funny stories ensued.

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Pat Shurmur: Odell Beckham 'should be here' for Giants minicamp | Avoiding Earl Thomas situation?

Pat Shurmur realizes Odell Beckham's contract is keeping him away from Giants, but he doesn't expect that to include mandatory minicamp.

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Who will be Giants' 2018 breakout star? | Ranking Sterling Shepard, Lorenzo Carter, more

There is plenty of star power on a rather top-heavy Giants roster, including Odell Beckham Jr., rookie Saquon Barkley, Eli Manning, Landon Collins, Damon Harrison, Olivier Vernon, and others, but the stage seems set in 2018 for several players to breakout and become stars in their own right.

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Sunday, June 10, 2018

SaQuads: Where Giants' Saquon Barkley's got new nickname seen on softball jersey

Odell Beckham created nickname "SaQuads" for Giants rookie Saquon Barkley. What are the origins? Will it stick? It seems that way after Landon Collins Celebrity Softball Game.

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Giants 'wasted Eli Manning's prime' | Shaun O'Hara, Justin Tuck say QB hasn't had enough help

Shaun O'Hara and Justin Tuck won Super Bowls with Eli Manning and say the Giants had to go 'all-in' to stop wasting Manning while he still can play well.

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Saquon Barkley is 'the total package' | Former Giants' star RBs sound off on No. 2 pick

Former Giants' star running backs, and fellow first-round picks Tyrone Wheatley, Rodney Hampton, and Super Bowl champs Brandon Jacobs and Kareem McKenzie offer plenty of praise for rookie Saquon Barkley.

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Saturday, June 9, 2018

NFL Supplemental Draft 2018: Should Giants place a bid to help secondary?

Giants' offseason strategy was to assemble as many defensive backs as possible, but is Adonis Alexander, Brandon Bryant or Sam Beal worth a 2109 NFL Draft pick?

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Giants 2018 schedule: Ranking the best road games | Stadiums, cities, fan experiences

This year's Giants' slate features the defending Super Bowl champion and NFC East rival Eagles, as well as four stadiums that have hosted Super Bowls since 2010 along with this year's Super Bowl host city with a trip to Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta to take on the Falcons.

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Friday, June 8, 2018

NFL rumors: Dez Bryant to Patriots after Julian Edelman PED suspension?

If the Patriots need a proven wide receiver, ex-Cowboys star Dez Bryant could be the answer to replace Julian Edelman.

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Landon Collins Celebrity Softball Game | For Giants, fun, fundraising ... and plenty of trash talk

Giants current players vs. former Giants greats will compete in dodgeball, home run derby and softball to benefit Tom Coughlin Jay Fund. How can you attend?

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12 Giants' thoughts with OTAs complete | Davis Webb could create a QB controversy on other teams

Giants are heading toward mandatory minicamp. Good news is additions Alec Ogletreee, Kareem Martin, Saquon Barkley, B.J. Hill are making a difference.

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Giants' Chris Mara: Trump has nothing to do with NFL national anthem policy | 'We want everyone to stand'

Giants senior VP of player personnel Chris Mara has ownership stake in Justify as horse goes for Triple Crown, but his mind also is on NFL national anthem and cancer-stricken general manager Dave Gettleman's health.

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10 Players to watch during Giants minicamp | Saquon Barkley, Ereck Flowers, how much will Odell Beckham do?

The Giants will hold a mandatory three-day minicamp from Monday to Wednesday at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center, representing the final time the entire roster will be on the practice fields together before training camp.

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NFL power rankings: After Julian Edelman suspension, Patriots behind Carson Wentz's Eagles? How low are Jets, Giants?

In our latest NFL power rankings, how does the PED suspension of New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman impact things? Are the Patriots now behind Carson Wentz and the Philadelphia Eagles? What about the New York Jets and New York Giants?

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Thursday, June 7, 2018

'Unprecedented': Why did Terrell Owens turn down Hall of Fame invitation?

Former Eagles wide receiver, Terrell Owens, known for his on-field and off-the-field antics, announced Thursday that he won't attend his induction ceremony at the Pro Football Hall of Fame this summer.

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NFL rumors: Another ex-Cowboys star goes to bat for Dez Bryant

The Dallas Cowboys released wide receiver Dez Bryant in April. The only team to show interest so far in the former All-Pro was the Baltimore Ravens. Bryant has expressed an interest in remaining in the NFC, and for signing with the San Francisco 49ers. Former teammates DeMarcus Ware, Tony Romo and Jason Witten have all endorsed Bryant for employment in the 2018 season.

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Giants rookie Will Hernandez won't back down from a scuffle | 'Sometimes we are going to butt heads'

Giants drafted Will Hernandez to add nastiness to their offensive and he hasn't disappointed QB Eli Manning. Is Hernandez sending a message in practice?

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WATCH: Here is new drill Giants defense does every practice to enhance balance on interceptions

Giants had 13 interceptions in 2017, but the new defensive coaching staff has implemented a new drill to get used to catching the ball in awkward positions.

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Belmont Stakes 2018: Giants coach Pat Shurmur to give famed 'Riders Up' call

Giants head coach Pat Shurmur will start Belmont Stakes as Giants' senior executive Chris Mara's horse Justify goes for Triple Crown.

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Will Giants use fullback under Pat Shurmur? Shane Smith sees chance to 'run the rock downhill'

The Giants added Saquon Barkley and Jonathan Stewart and upgraded offensive line, but where does fullback Shane Smith fit in to Pat Shurmur's offense?

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Wayne Gallman returning kicks? Giants RB open to anything

Wayne Gallman hasn't returned a kick since high school, but he's open to anything in his second season with the Giants.

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Tuesday, June 5, 2018

Giants' Dave Gettleman has cancer | What is lymphoma?

Giants general manager Dave Gettleman announced Tuesday in a press release that he has been diagnosed with lymphoma and will begin cancer treatments soon.

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Giants GM Dave Gettleman reveals lymphoma diagnosis | 'Prognosis is positive'

Giants general manager Dave Gettleman looks forward to beating cancer and 'devoting all my energy to helping make this 2018 New York Giants team the best it can be.'

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NFL rumors: Adrian Peterson to NFC East contender?

Former Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints, and Arizona Cardinals running back Adrian Peterson is still on the free-agent market. Could the future Hall of Fame back land in the NFC East with the Dallas Cowboys? Owner Jerry Jones might take a chance on the former NFL MVP.

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Ex-Giants player feels 'pure love' for Eagles after Donald Trump, White House controversy

One Giants player showed his support for the Eagles in the wake of a clash with Donald Trump.

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Donald Trump's cheap political stunt will make the Philadelphia Eagles stronger | Politi

Trump canceled the White House visit because of a small contingent planning to attend.

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Does Giants TE Rhett Ellison see difference in Pat Shurmur as head coach?

Giants tight end Rhett Ellison played under Pat Shurmur as a head coach and as an offensive coordinator.

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Why Giants' Evan Engram is primed for big 2nd season | Eli Manning's history of maximizing tight ends

No matter what other Giants' offensive weapons, Eli Manning-to-Evan Engram connection is here to stay in Pat Shurmur's playbook.

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Why is Giants' star Landon Collins urgent in his rehab? 'We're looking for accountability'

Landon Collins isn't taking unnecessary risks, but he isn't a bystander during Giants practice either. He is setting a tone with his injury rehab.

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Monday, June 4, 2018

Giants' Nate Solder never had issue with 'no fun' Patriots

Giants offensive tackle Nate Solder never had any issues with the daily demands of the New England Patriots, who have been called no fun by former players.

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9 observations from Giants OTAs Week 3 | More snaps for young players after personnel meeting

Odell Beckham Jr. and Damon Harrison were in attendance, but Giants turned focus to some young players. Still, a couple veterans stole the show.

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WATCH: Giants RB Saquon Barkley highlights from Week 3 OTAs

Giants fans are anticipating No. 2 draft picks Saquon Barkley's 1st game, but for now he is taking steps forward during practice.

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Giants' Odell Beckham a no-show as OTAs begin Week 3

Are the Giants and Odell Beckham headed toward a holdout and contract standoff? He was a mainstay at voluntary practices until last week. Now?

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Are instant replay reviews ruining sports? Ask Politi!

Plus: Are the Stanley Cup Finals better than their NBA counterparts? If you had $1000 to bet on the World Cup winner, who would you pick? What's the one game than an underdog Rutgers might win? And much more!

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Giants salary cap: Who are the 10 best bargains in 2018?

The NFL Draft is key to salary cap bargains, but Giants also have found a few on free agency. Is Odell Beckham really a bargain?

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Sunday, June 3, 2018

Why Giants shouldn't be lumped in with Jets, other bottom NFL teams | Comparing top-end talent

With Eli Manning, Odell Beckham, Landon Collins, Olivier Vernon and others, do Giants have more talent than other teams projected around 6 wins in 2018?

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Saturday, June 2, 2018

WATCH: Should Giants fans panic (yet) about possibility of Odell Beckham holdout? | Panic meter

Odell Beckham Jr. skipped Week 2 of Giants' OTAs. Is it a sign of things to come with a holdout? Or just a blip on the radar? Introducing our Odell Beckham Jr. Holdout Panic Meter.

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NFL free agents: Which Giants are playing on contract years in 2018? | More than Odell Beckham, Landon Collins

2 of Giants biggest stars are on contract years in 2018, but who else could be extra motivated to have a big year entering free agency?

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Friday, June 1, 2018

Dalvin Tomlinson, after strong rookie year, on new Giants defense: 'Reminds me of Alabama's scheme'

Giants DT Dalvin Tomlinson was 1 of NFL's top rookies in 2017. Now he will get to show off his versatility in James Bettcher's aggressive scheme, much like he did for Nick Saban at Alabama.

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Victoria's Secret model Chanel Iman shows off baby bump | Wife of Giants star Sterling Shepard

Giants star Sterling Shepard and his wife, Victoria's Secret model, Chanel Iman are expecting a child in the middle of training camp.

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