Why did Giants sit QB Davis Webb if game experience is his missing ingredient? Pat Shurmur's explanation

Davis Webb might not take another meaningful snap until August 2019. So why did Giants sit him out of preseason finale vs. Patriots in favor of Kyle Lauletta and Alex Tanney?

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NFL roster cuts 2018: Tracking every release, trades, rumors | LIVE UPDATES (8/31/18)

The 2018 NFL preseason is finally over (thankfully), and now more than a thousand players on NFL rosters are about to lose their jobs. By 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 1, all 32 teams must reduce to a 53-man roster, lopping off roughly 37 players each.

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2018 NFL roster cuts: LIVE updates as Giants cut roster to 53 | Latest news, rumors, speculation (8/31/2018)

With the NFL preseason officially over, the last hurdle for general manager Dave Gettleman, head coach Pat Shurmur, and the front office to clear before the regular season begins is to trim the 90-man roster to 53 by the 4:00 p.m. deadline on Saturday, Sept. 1.

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For Giants' Donte Deayon, 2 interceptions not enough to feel secure on 53-man roster after 'sick feeling' 2017

Donte Deayon was last player cut by Giants in 2017. To avoid a repeat, he had 2 interceptions vs. Patriots. What will he feel on cut day?

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What are Giants' bubble players thinking as final cuts approach? | 'My football career doesn't stop here'

Careers could come to a careening halt for undrafted rookies or veterans struggling to hang on, while others will have their dreams realized by being one of the last 53 men standing when the 4:00 p.m. deadline for teams to set their initial rosters arrives on Saturday afternoon.

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Giants 53-man roster final projection: Who makes the cut? Jonathan Stewart? Avery Moss? How many DBs?

Giants will go from 90 players to 53 players this weekend. Who makes the cut? GM Dave Gettleman says 'the best 53.' But position value has to matter, right?

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Giants 53-man roster prediction: Which surprise bubble players won jobs vs. Patriots? | Lombardo's final projection

With Thursday night's preseason finale against the Patriots in the books, the attention of general manager Dave Gettleman, head coach Pat Shurmur, as well as the Giants' coaching and personnel staffs now turns to trimming the roster to 53 players by the 4 p.m. Saturday deadline across the NFL.

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Giants roster bubble watch: Who were the winners and losers of 17-6 defeat to Patriots?

Many Giants had a lot on the line vs. Patriots in a game 2 days before cut day. Whose stock went up? Whose went down? Reviewing individual performances.

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Top NFL Draft prospects to watch in Week 1 of 2018 College Football season

The 2018 College Football season begins in earnest on Saturday with several marquee matchups, including Alabama vs. Louisville, Washington at Auburn, and Michigan vs. Notre Dame on the slate, and it offers NFL fans a first look at some of the top prospects in next April's 2019 NFL Draft.

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Patriots vs. Giants: QB Kyle Lauletta starts, Davis Webb not expected to play

Eli Manning has unexpected company on the Giants bench vs. Patriots: Backup QB Davis Webb is sitting as Kyle Lauletta starts.

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New England Patriots vs. New York Giants LIVE SCORE UPDATES and STATS (8/30/18)

Giants quarterback Eli Manning, rookie running back Saquon Barkley, and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will take a back seat on Thursday night as young backup quarterback Davis Webb, veteran running back Jonathan Stewart, and players looking to make the roster get one last audition in front of head coach Pat Shurmur against Bill Belichick's New England Patriots in the NFL preseason finale on Thursday, August 30, 2018 (8/30/2018) at 7:00 p.m. at MetLife Stadium.

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Reggie Bush: Giants should monitor Saquon Barkley's reps | 'What's the risk-reward' of 30 carries per game?

Like Saquon Barkley, Reggie Bush was drafted No. 2 overall. Bush had a solid 11-year career, but was undone by injuries as he tried to be Superman. He doesn't want that for Saquon Barkley.

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How Giants' Josh Mauro will stay sharp when 4-game suspension begins after facing Patriots

Giants DE Josh Mauro will play vs. Patriots as he has worked his way toward starting lineup, but then cannot be around the team until Week 5 because of a PEDs suspension.

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Meet FranC/: Giants' A.J. Francis raps on soundtrack of NFL practice | 'Music has always been my lifeblood'

A.J. Francis is climbing Giants depth chart while his music as FranC/ is climbing over 1 million streams. He has an important legacy to fulfill on and off the field: 'I've got to get living now.'

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Why ex-Giants QB Phil Simms isn't sold yet on Jets' Sam Darnold

The New York Jets and quarterback Sam Darnold face the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night in NFL Week 4 preseason action.

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NFL trade rumors: 10 quarterbacks who could still be traded | Eagles' Nick Foles? Sam Bradford? Tyrod Taylor?

The New York Jets traded quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to the New Orleans Saints, and he might not be the last quarterback to move. Some other candidates include Eagles' Nick Foles, Cardinals' Sam Bradford and Browns' Tyrod Taylor.

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Giants roster breakdown: Who are the locks, who's on the bubble ahead of preseason game vs. Patriots?

While Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham Jr., Evan Engram, and Eli Manning will be spectators, bubble players such as Andrew Adams, Grant Haley, and Rob Martin have one last chance to impress the coaching staff before teams across the league must trim their rosters to 53 players by Saturday's 4p.m. deadline.

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What Giants need to consider while finalizing 53-man roster | Talk is Cheap (PODCAST)

Giants have 1 more preseason game against Patriots, which is big for players on the 53-man roster bubble. Also, what Odell Beckham's contract means for the team, the star and his teammates. And why Brett Jones trade was a bi-product of Jonathan Stewart signing.

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Legendary broadcaster Bob Costas looking to leave NBC?

Bob Costas' days at NBC could be numbered. Here's why.

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NFL rumors: Giants? Browns? Jaguars? Full odds on where Dez Bryant will sign

Dez Bryant is still a free agent. Here are the latest odds on which team the former All-Pro will land with.

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11 ways to make sure nobody hates you this fantasy football season

You may win fantasy football, but you'll lose all your friends if you don't listen to us.

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Can Giants afford Eli Manning in 2019 salary cap after paying Odell Beckham? Timeline for tough decision just sped up

Giants have huge contracts on the books for Eli Manning, Odell Beckham, Nate Solder, Olivier Vernon and possibly Landon Collins. Will Beckham's extension force the end of the Manning era?

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Will Jets' Sam Darnold or Giants' Saquon Barkley have bigger impact? Why Boomer Esiason says it's not even close

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley and New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold were forever linked after being selected Nos. 2 and 3 in the 2018 NFL Draft. But WFAN and CBS host Boomer Esiason believes one of the New York rookies will have a bigger impact than the other.

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Odell Beckham needs to lead the Giants to a championship to be 'legendary' | Politi

The contract won't define the Giants receiver. Whether or not he can lead the Giants to their fifth Lombardi Trophy will.

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Should college football have preseason games? Asking Giants who played in SEC, Big Ten, FCS and more

College Football Playoff hopefuls like Georgia, Ohio State, Alabama can't afford a loss. At Rutgers or Northwestern, every win counts toward bowl eligibility. So what do their NFL alums think about preseason games in college football?

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Why Phil Simms would be 'disappointed' if Giants miss playoffs, 'shocked' if Jets make it

Former New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms chimed in on Sam Darnold, Saquon Barkley, and the Giants' and Jets' chances of making the 2018 NFL playoffs.

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Bruce Arians raves about Giants' Saquon Barkley, compares him to David Johnson | 'Holy s---, he's special'

Arians knows a thing or two about multi-faceted running backs, from his time with All-Pro David Johnson from 2015-2017. He sees plenty of similarities between Barkley and Johnson, who racked up 1,843 rushing yards, 24 rushing touchdowns while adding 1,403 receiving yards and eight more touchdowns through his first three NFL seasons.

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NFL TV schedule: What time, channel is New England Patriots vs. New York Giants (8/30/18)? Livestream, watch online | NFL Preseason Week 4

Giants quarterback Eli Manning, rookie running back Saquon Barkley, and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will take a back seat on Thursday night as young backup quarterback Davis Webb, veteran running back Jonathan Stewart, and players looking to make the roster get one last audition in front of head coach Pat Shurmur against Bill Belichick's New England Patriots in the NFL preseason finale on Thursday night (8/30) at 7:00 p.m. at MetLife Stadium.

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Giants' Odell Beckham to LeBron James on dealing with price of NFL fame: 'I really feel like a zoo animal'

Routine one-handed catches, a dominant social presence, and the charisma of a Hollywood superstar have put Beckham in the company of LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant as one of the most recognizable athletes in professional sports.

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Giants' Odell Beckham's contract includes crazy salary escalators at age 30 | How Matt Ryan's extension changed his outlook

Can Odell Beckham match his monster production into his 30s and lead Giants into playoffs? If so, he will take his $90 million contract extension to $95 million.

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What assurances do Giants have of new Odell Beckham? John Mara hopes his eyes don't betray his wallet

Giants owner John Mara gave at least $65 million to Odell Beckham because he sees signs of change. Next time he gets too emotional? All bets are off.

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Nate Burleson: Giants' Odell Beckham's contract is changing the NFL landscape

The Giants made Odell Beckham the highest-paid player at his position, signing the electrifying five-year contract worth $95 million on Monday, but one former wide receiver believes that Beckham's worth to the franchises stretches far beyond the football field.

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Now it's on Odell Beckham Jr. to behave like a player worthy of that $95 million contract | Politi

The Giants made him the richest wide receiver in every possible way this week. Beckham has to reward them by eliminating the headaches.

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NFL rookie power rankings: Jets' Sam Darnold or Giants' Saquon Barkley No. 1? Where are Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield?

Rookies around the NFL are making noise with the 2018 season just nine days away. Did Jets quarterback Sam Darnold or Giants running back Saquon Barkley take the No. 1 spot? How are other quarterbacks, like the Browns' Bakery Mayfield or the Bills' Josh Allen, doing this preseason? We ranked the NFL's top 25 rookies.

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Meet Lorenzo Carter, Giants' orange-haired rookie starting in Olivier Vernon's absence

Giants rookie Lorenzo Carter already looks like a productive pass-rusher in preseason. First, he looked like Olivier Vernon as a rookie with the Dolphins.

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How much cap space do the Giants have? | Everything you need to know about Odell Beckham contract

The Giants made Odell Beckham Jr. the highest paid wide receiver in the NFL, Monday, signing the dynamic four-year veteran to a five-year contract extension worth $95 million with up to $65 million guaranteed over the life of the deal.

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Trade for Odell Beckham? 1 interested team hired a private investigator

Giants listened to Odell Beckham trade calls. 1 team reportedly heard drug rumors and hired a private investigator to track Beckham.

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NFL reacts to Giants' Odell Beckham's record contract | 'Can I have some money?' (TWITTER)

Odell Beckham's 5-year, $95 million contract extension with Giants was the talk of Giants teammates, LSU alums and the biggest NFL stars past and present.

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Who 'won' the Odell Beckham contract negotiations, after Giants make him NFL's highest-paid WR? | Former agent's take

Beckham's contract will make him the highest-paid wide receiver by every metric ... highest overall salary ($95 million), guaranteed money ($65 million), and fully guaranteed ($40 million).

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Giants sign to Odell Beckham Jr. to mega-contract extension | Here are the top 10 highest-paid at every NFL position

After signing his extension, Beckham enters rarified air, becoming one of the highest-paid players at his position. Here's a look at the 10 highest-paid players at each of the offensive positions across the NFL, as well as a comprehensive breakdown of the top wide receiver contracts.

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WATCH: 'Money, money, money!' Odell Beckham, Giants dance in locker room to $$$ lyrics, celebrating new contract

Odell Beckham, Sterling Shepard celebrated Beckham becoming the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL by dancing in Giants locker room

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Odell Beckham, Giants close to mega contract 5-year extension | Will be highest paid WR?

Giants are making Odell Beckham the highest-paid WR in NFL history, ending all speculation of a trade, holdout, franchise tag.

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Giants' Olivier Vernon suffers high ankle sprain | Odell Beckham's injury serves as warning not to rush?

Olivier Vernon was dominating in Giants training camp and preseason but now has a high ankle sprain. Can Connor Barwin or Lorenzo Carter step up?

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Giants new leader Alec Ogletree owns 2 big plays allowed | 'Stay true to who I am'

Will Alec Ogletree, Landon Collins be a defensive leadership tandem like Justin Tuck, Antrel Rolle were for Giants? But can Ogletree improve in pass coverage?

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NFL rumors: Dez Bryant to Patriots? Browns? Jaguars? 6 realistic options

Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant has yet to sign with a new NFL team even with the season starting soon. There are still some candidates for his services, including the New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns.

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These 9 Giants bubble players need a big week to make the 53-man roster

For star players such as quarterback Eli Manning, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., rookie running back Saquon Barkley, and All-Pro safety Landon Collins, this week is about preparing for Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, but to players looking to make one last impression to secure a job, this might as well be Super Bowl week.

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Giants trade Brett Jones to Vikings | Analyzing salary cap, depth chart implications

Brett Jones was Giants' best starting offensive lineman in 2017. But Giants and Vikings needs matched up, as did Pat Shurmur's connections.

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Olivier Vernon carted off from Giants practice | Injury updates

Vernon is among the Giants' best defensive players, and is being counted on to be pivotal to the pass-rush as he moves from defensive end to pass-rushing outside linebacker.

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How Giants' free safety position battle got turned upside down in preseason

Are the Giants turning to Curtis Riley and William Gay at free safety? What happened to Andrew Adams vs. Darian Thompson? Role for Michael Thomas?

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Giants' 53-man roster projection: 2 former starters released, undrafted rookie makes cut

Giants are deep at linebacker and running back, but who earns final roster spots at wide receiver, cornerback and offensive line?

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Does Giants' coach Pat Shurmur still believe in struggling Jonathan Stewart?

Following Stewart's abysmal three carries for negative-seven yards in Friday night's 22-16 Giants victory over the Jets at MetLife Stadium, the 31-year-old has now accounted for 10 carries for a total of negative-five yards against the Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, and Jets this summer.

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12 random observations after Giants' 22-16 win vs. Jets | Hard proof of NFL helmet rule confusion

What surprise stat do the Giants lead the NFL in this preseason? Which former starter could be out of lock on 53-man roster?

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Jets legend Joe Namath 'absolutely thrilled' about Sam Darnold -- and who can blame him? | Politi

The Hall of Famer finally met the rookie quarterback when at the Jets-Giants preseason game. He walked away impressed.

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3 reasons why Giants should be optimistic ... And concerned after beating Jets 22-16 | Jonathan Stewart's brutal preseason continues

There was plenty to like, including strong play from quarterback Eli Manning, but also more than enough reason to be concerned about Jonathan Stewart and the Giants' offensive line in Friday nights 22-16 preseason win over the Jets at MetLife Stadium.

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Giants offensive line: 'Put those rushing stats' on us | Without Saquon Barkley, red flags arise

Giants' rushing offense numbers against Browns, Lions and Jets are not what they paid for in free agency and NFL Draft.

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Giants NFL Preseason stock report: Who's rising, falling after Week 3 vs. Jets? | Eli Manning, Patrick Omameh, Jonathan Stewart

The biggest takeaway from the Giants' 22-16 victory over the Jets on Friday night at MetLife Stadium, is that despite playing without wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., and rookie running back Saquon Barkley, 37-year-old quarterback Eli Manning still has the ability to be consistent and move the ball downfield, even in the deep-passing game.

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Why Giants' Hunter Sharp doesn't feel safe before cut down day even after returning punt for a TD vs Jets

For a fleeting moment, it appeared to just about everyone at MetLife Stadium and those watching Friday night's 22-16 Giants win over the Jets that Hunter Sharp had locked up a roster spot when he returned a first quarter punt 55 yards for a touchdown.

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What is Giants RB Jonathan Stewart's reaction to jarring preseason numbers?

Things couldn't have gone much worse for Giants running back Jonathan Stewart this preseason.

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This is close to what 'A' game from Eli Manning looks like | Grading Giants' 1st-team offense

Giants couldn't run the ball without Saquon Barkley, which is concerning for the offensive line. But the passing attack held up against Jets without Odell Beckham.

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Giants first-team defense bounces back after Sam Darnold led Jets scoring drive | Takeaways

The Giants' first-team defense bounced back nicely after allowing a first quarter touchdown drive in Friday night's preseason dress rehearsal game against the Jets in Week 3 of the NFL preseason at MetLife Stadium.

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Giants TE Evan Engram suffers concussion vs. Jets

Already without running back Saquon Barkley and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., the Giants' first-team offense took another hit Friday night against the Jets.

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WATCH: Giants' Hunter Sharp returns punt for TD | Did he just make the team?

Giants receiver Hunter Sharp was having a hard time translating training camp success to preseason games. That changed on one play.

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Giants' Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham Jr. sidelined vs. Jets

Both rookie running back Saquon Barkley and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. sat out Friday night's game against the Jets, despite both going through pre-game warmups with their teammates.

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New York Giants vs. New York Jets: LIVE score updates, stats and fan chat (8/24/18), NFL Preseason Week 3

NFL TV schedule: What time, channel is (8/24/18)? Live stream, watch online | NFL Preseason

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Is Mike Francesa's new app worth it? Here are our 8.99 takeaways

WFAN host Mike Francesa has launched his new "Mike's On" app to much fanfare. Criticism, too, considering the steep cost. Should Mongo Nation invest in the app? Is it worth it? What is on it? Here are our takeaways.

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Meet the loudest Giants player on the practice field | The theory behind making it 'part of my job description'

You might watch Odell Beckham, Eli Manning, Saquon Barkley and Landon Collins at Giants practice, but you can't avoid hearing Russell Shepard. He is a top special teams player who 'can play receiver in this league' if given the opportunity.

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NFL free agency: Here is the bargain Giants should have pursued more | Why he might come back to bite them

Giants signed Nate Solder and added Patrick Omameh and drafted Will Hernandez to the offensive line, but did they do enough at offensive tackle? This ex-Patriots starter with the Cowboys could have made a difference.

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These 10 Giants need to step up vs. Jets | Hunter Sharp, Andrew Adams, Patrick Omameh

While it remains to be seen if rookie running back Saquon Barkley or No. 1 wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will play on Friday night, there is plenty of opportunity for players both on the bubble as well as fighting for starting jobs to impress head coach Pat Shurmur and the rest of the coaching staff.

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Want Mike Francesa's new app? This is what it will cost you

WFAN host Mike Francesa's much-anticipated app will launch Friday. And it's kind of pricy.

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Saquon Barkley 'wasn't big Sam Darnold fan' at first ... but now? | Giants, Jets rookies will share 'same city for a long time'

Giants passed on Sam Darnold in favor of Saquon Barkley, allowing Darnold to fall to the Jets. This isn't Penn State vs. USC in the Rose Bowl anymore.

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Polling the Giants: New helmet rule 'making the game too soft' | Too much gray area after Mark Herzlich penalty

Giants defensive starters are on board with player safety, but what if rule confusion makes the game less safe? How are you supposed to tackle? Players still want answers from NFL officials.

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NFL TV schedule: What time, channel is New York Giants vs. New York Jets (8/24/18)? Live stream, watch online | NFL Preseason

The New York Jets (1-1) -- led by quarterback Sam Darnold, wide receiver Terrelle Pryor and tight end Chris Herndon -- meet the New York Giants (1-1) in an NFL Week 3 preseason matchup on Friday, August 24, 2018 (8/24/18) at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants, coming off a win over the Detroit Lions, are led by quarterback Eli Manning and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.

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NFL free agents: Who are best available players? Dez Bryant, Kenny Britt, Colin Kaepernick, more

Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant remains a free agent even as the NFL season nears. There are other notable free agents, too, including safety Eric Reid, wide receiver Jeremy Maclin and quarterback Colin Kaepernick.

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Giants veterans explain why 2018 will be much different than last season's turmoil | 'Guys don't ever want to feel that way again'

Several Giants veterans who lived through the strife and tumult of Ben McAdoo's final season, explain why 2018 will be dramatically different from 2017's 3-13 debacle.

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Saquon Barkley returns to Giants practice: How much did he do? Will he play vs. Jets | Sights and sounds

Giants rookie Saquon Barkley feels close to 100 percent but he has heard horror stories of hamstring setbacks. Plus, William Gay's new role and the offensive line's 'sixth man.'

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Here's how long Giants starters expect to play vs. Jets | Will Odell Beckham or Saquon Barkley play?

The third preseason game is typically when the starting lineup sees the most playing time of the summer, which means there's a chance that the Giants' starters could play into the second half against the Jets on Friday night at MetLife Stadium.

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This polarizing NFL figure actually likes the new helmet rule

One of the biggest names in NFL history has stood up to defend the new NFL helmet rule.

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WATCH: President Donald Trump takes shot at NFL during West Virginia rally

Trump once again blasted the NFL and its players surrounding the anthem issue.

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Cut by 49ers and 'didn't understand why' | Giants LB Ray-Ray Armstrong played his way off roster bubble

Ray-Ray Armstrong could be exactly what the Giants need: A pass-coverage linebacker. The former safety no longer looks like a salary cap casualty or 2017 afterthought addition.

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These 12 Giants have a shot at 53-man roster because of special teams

If you aren't Eli Manning, Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham, Damon Harrison or Landon Collins, the best way onto the Giants could be special teams. Here are 11 players who could use return and coverage teams as their ticket to the 53-man roster.

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Projecting how the Giants' starting lineup will look vs. Jaguars in Week 1

The Giants are just 19 days away from opening the 2018 NFL season against the Jacksonville Jaguars at MetLife Stadium on Sept. 9, and with several position battles already decided, the starting lineup is starting to take shape.

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How Eli Manning relates to a 'different generation' of Giants stars | 'I do a lot of dancing'

Giants QB Eli Manning, 37, is more than a decade older than Saquon Barkley, Sterling Shepard, Evan Engram and Odell Beckham. So how does close the age gap?

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Is shakeup coming for Giants kickoff return job? | Sights and sounds from practice

After Hunter Sharp's uninspiring performance Friday night against the Detroit Lions, it seems as though the Giants might be toying with the idea of making a change at the kickoff return spot.

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Victor Cruz retires: Remembering 6 unforgettable plays by Giants star now headed to ESPN

Former Giants star Victor Cruz, the pride of Paterson, has had his last salsa dance in the end zone. Here are 6 of his best moments with Giants from 2010-16.

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Rookie running backs cursed? Giants' Saquon Barkley has too much injury company (VIDEO)

If the 7 running backs picked in first 2 rounds of 2018 NFL Draft are going to prove their worth in polarizing debate, they are going to need to get off the shelf and/or climb the depth chart.

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Giants' Robert Martin lost track of 1st career TD ball | You will love the reason(s) why

Robert Martin needed a rookie tryout just to make Giants' 90-man roster. Now the Rutgers product is threatening to steal a spot on 53-man roster as one of leading NFL preseason rushers.

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Giants position battles: Who won? Which new ones have emerged?

Breaking down what were predicted to be the four biggest Giants position battles during training camp, and checking in on two that developed over the past several weeks of practices.

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Giants' Ereck Flowers fires back at Ben McAdoo's criticism of him

Giants right tackle Ereck Flowers pushed back not only against criticism from former head coach Ben McAdoo, but the fact that he didn't deliver it face-to-face.

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NFL rookie QB power rankings: Where are Jets' Sam Darnold, Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield, Josh Rosen?

Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold, Josh Rosen, Josh Allen, and Lamar Jackson are among the notable NFL rookie quarterbacks coming out of the 2018 NFL Draft.

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Why Giants legend Phil Simms thinks Jets should start 'not great' Sam Darnold right away

The New York Jets play the New York Giants on Friday night at MetLife Stadium in NFL Week 3 preseason action. Expect quarterback Sam Darnold to start for the Jets.

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Giants vs. Jets: Will 1st installment of Saquon Barkley vs. Sam Darnold have to wait? | Talk is Cheap (PODCAST)

Giants running back Saquon Barkley is injured as Jets quarterback Sam Darnold is surging in their rookie training camps. Looking at storylines entering Snoopy Bowl matchup.

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Giants offensive line still 'unsettled' | 'We're going to go as far as that line will block for us'

Pat Shurmur saw Vikings flip offensive line and find immediate success in 2017. Can lightning strike twice and help the Giants?

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Redskins sign Adrian Peterson | Where does he rank among NFC East running backs, including Giants' Saquon Barkley, Eagles' Jay Ajayi?

Running back Adrian Peterson signed with the Washington Redskins after spending the 2017 season with the New Orleans Saints and Arizona Cardinals. Where does he rank compared to other NFC East running backs such as Giants' Saquon Barkley or Eagles' Jay Ajayi?

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Meet Giants new RB Jhurell Pressley | Sights and sounds from training camp

The Giants signed running back Jhurell Pressley prior to Monday's training camp practice, after Saquon Barkley injured his hamstring last week and Jalen Simmons suffered a concussion in Friday night's 30-10 preseason victory over the Detroit Lions.

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Ranking 11 Giants' position groups weakest to strongest | Anything better than WR? Best on defense? Bigger concern at OT or CB?

Giants were weak at running back, linebacker and offensive tackle in 2017. Where have they improved most? Is Odell Beckham, Eli Manning or Saquon Barkley part of best position group?

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Jets are the NFL's worst team according to this major ranking | Where do Eagles, Giants rank?

The New York Jets were ranked as the worst team in the NFL by ESPN's latest Football Power Index. The Philadelphia Eagles were named the league's best team and the New York Giants came in 23rd out of 32 teams.

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LeGarrette Blount impressed by Saquon Barkley | 'Giants got a very, very good player'

Saquon Barkley didn't take the field at all during last week's joint practices with the Lions, or in Friday night's preseason game, but Lions running back LeGarrette Blount is already impressed by what he's seen from the Giants' rookie.

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What Jets' Sam Darnold thinks of 'top-tier' Giants (who passed on him), Saquon Barkley

The New York Jets and quarterback Sam Darnold face the New York Giants on Friday night in NFL Week 3 preseason action at MetLife Stadium.

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Giants' unusual solution to temporary shortage of running backs | Sights and sounds from practice

With Saquon Barkley and Jalen Simmons sidelined, there is opportunity for other running backs. Giants made a nickel personnel change and get 3 players back from injury.

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Pat Shurmur: 'Don't sleep on Teddy Bridgewater' | Giants coach had Jets QB with Vikings

Pat Shurmur is happy to see Jets QB Teddy Bridgeawter having success after first-hand view of knee injury, grueling rehab with Vikings.

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This 'resilient' Giants player looks like surprise answer to a major concern | 'It's not sweet out there'

Giants need a cornerback to emerge as the nickel. Or has it already happened? B.W. Webb is on his 7th team in 6 seasons.

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Giants 53-man roster prediction post Lions preseason game | Surprises, sleepers make the cut

Following the Giants' 30-17 win over the Lions at Ford Field in Week 2 of the NFL preseason, only two more exhibition contests remain until head coach Pat Shurmur and the rest of the coaching staff must trim the roster to 53 players before Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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9 things to know from Giants' Pat Shurmur | LB Alec Ogletree in coverage, problem with NFL helmet rule and more

What does Pat Shurmur think the day after beating Lions? Here are his thoughts on defensive giving up big plays, Mark Herzlich's lowering the helmet penalty, Ereck Flowers and more.

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Lions LB Steve Longa, ex-Rutgers star, tears ACL on Giants' Kyle Lauletta TD run

Rutgers and the Patriots have a pipeline, so it's no surprise Lions coach Matt Patricia is fond of Steve Longa, but Longa's season might be over after chasing Giants QB Kyle Lauletta.

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Giants' defense off to dominant start in preseason | 'It starts with stopping the run'

Against the Browns in Week 1 of the exhibition season, the Giants held rookie Nick Chubb and Carlos Hyde to just four yards rushing. Friday night, the Giants followed that strong effort up by keeping Lions running backs Ameer Abdullah and Theo Riddick to 15 yards on six carries in nearly a half of action.

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Fantasy Football 2018: 12 under-the-radar sleepers to draft

It's that time of year, fantasy football fans! Drafts are upon us. From PPR to standard leagues, every edge matters. Whether you've joined Yahoo or CBS or ESPN, every nugget can be the difference between winning and losing a league. Here are 12 names to watch after the stars go off the board. Yes, we're talking 2018 fantasy football sleepers. Write these names down, and stash as many as possible.

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'The Davis Webb I'm used seeing' | What Giants QB showed Pat Shurmur, teammates, especially on 1 play

'He's a player.' Giants react to seeing Davis Webb get back on course with arm strength, calm, confidence and preparation vs. Lions.

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Giants preseason stock report after win vs. Lions: Wayne Gallman and who else rising? Who's falling?

Lots of Giants saw their stock jump in complete team 30-17 win vs. Lions. Davis Webb was sharp, Wayne Gallman scored 2 TDs, but some teammates struggled.

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Giants beat Lions 30-17 | Reasons to be optimistic, concerned after strong games from Davis Webb and front-seven

As Eli Manning, Saquon Barkley, and Odell Beckham sat out Friday night's 30-17 win over the Lions, there was plenty to be taken away from the play of the Giants' defense, backup quarterback Davis Webb, as well as some reason to worry about veteran running back Jonathan Stewart and the starting secondary.

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Kyle Lauletta shows a skill you didn't know he had | Giants rookie grades

Saquon Barkley sat out Friday night's NFL Preseason Week 2 game between the Giants and Lions, but quarterback Kyle Lauletta, linebacker Lorenzo Carter, and left guard Will Hernandez saw their second glimpse of NFL action.

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Here's the advice Barry Sanders gave Giants' Saquon Barkley

Saquon Barkley didn't play in Friday night's 30-17 Giants preseason victory over the Lions, but the rookie running back shared a memorable moment before kickoff with one of his football heroes ... Lions Hall of Famer Barry Sanders.

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This Giants player might have won his starting job in win vs. Lions | Did you notice?

Some things you might have missed from Giants vs. Lions, including injury updates and the "significance" of reaching 30 points.

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Davis Webb report card: Giants QB aces his biggest test of NFL preseason vs. Lions

Davis Webb rebounds strong against the Lions, finishing with a passer rating of 106.2, after getting the start in place of Eli Manning, one week after a shaky performance in the Giants' preseason opener against the Browns.

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Giants defense dominant vs. Lions: Pass rush only outdone by rushing defense | Observations from 1st half

The Giants starting defense allowed 3 points and 57 yards on 4 series, and was especially tough on 3rd down. Here are observations from the first half vs. Lions.

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Giants' Saquon Barkley poses for pre-game photo with Lions' Hall of Famer Barry Sanders

Before even playing a regular season NFL down, Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley has drawn several comparisons to Pro Football Hall of Famer and legendary former Lions running back Barry Sanders.

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New York Giants vs. Detroit Lions: LIVE score updates and stats (8/17/16), NFL Preseason Week 2

With or without quarterback Eli Manning, wide receiver Odell Beckham and rookie running back Saquon Barkley, the New York Giants will face the Detroit Lions led by quarterback Matthew Stafford, cornerback Darius Slay and defensive end Ziggy Ansah in Week 2 of the NFL preseason on Friday, August 17, 2018 (8/17/18), at Ford Field in Detroit, Mich.

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Giants vs. Lions: Are Eli Manning, Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham playing? | Inactive list

Giants' Saquon Barkley is injured, Odell Beckham is recovering from injury and Eli Manning might have nothing to gain by playing vs. Lions.

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Giants' 53-man roster on Pat Shurmur's mind every day: 'You put it in pencil and we're allowed to change our minds'

Giants have tough decisions to go from 90 players to 53 by Sept. 1. The preseason games vs. Lions, Jets and Patriots will go a long way toward determining which bubble players survive.

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Inside the influence Giants coach Pat Shurmur has at home | Stories from the hallways of his high school

Giants coach Pat Shurmur's impact on his alma mater near Detroit can be seen in his small acts of kindness and generosity. Let those at Divine Child tell you the small stories that made a difference.

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Which Giants players need a strong showing vs. Detroit Lions? | Backup QB battle between Davis Webb, Kyle Lauletta takes center stage

There is plenty of opportunity for Giants quarterbacks Davis Webb and Kyle Lauletta, as well as backup running backs Robert Martin and Jalen Simmons to impress in Friday night's exhibition game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field, in Week 2 of the NFL preseason, as competition for spots on the 53-man roster heats up.

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NFL rumors: Ex-Cowboys WR Dez Bryant bolting NFC East for Browns?

The Dallas Cowboys released wide receiver Dez Bryant in April. He expressed an interest in remaining in the NFC East, but the Giants, Eagles and Redskins have not shown any interest. Bryant also indicated he would be interested in joining Jimmy Garoppolo and the San Francisco 49ers, but a deal never materialized. The Baltimore Ravens did make Bryant a multi-year offer, which he rejected.

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Odell Beckham on controversial Paris video, Jalen Ramsey's shot at Giants, contract negotiations

As contract negotiations continue, Odell Beckham's Paris video seems to have been a turning point with Giants, first one way, then the other. Beckham discusses more than just his injury, preseason availability.

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NFL Preseason Week 2: What's the latest on Saquon Barkley's hamstring ahead of Giants vs. Lions? | Takeaways

For the first time since Saquon Barkley's freshman year at Penn State in 2015, the Giants' rookie running back is at risk of missing a game due to injury.

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For Giants' Odell Beckham, 0 preseason snaps? Don't be so sure | 'You need the work'

Is Giants' Odell Beckham going to play in the preseason? It seems more possible after his workload vs. Lions in practice.

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Many looks of the Giants' defensive front 7: 'We disguise stuff pretty well' to 'keep them guessing'

James Bettcher brought a 3-4 defense to the Giants, but the playbook comes with multiple looks that favors versatility and lessens predictability from years past.

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Giants' Janoris Jenkins: Only way to get your due in NFL is 'talking back' | Top CB playing lights-out

Janoris Jenkins was a Pro Bowler in 2016 before injury, suspension and talk of effort ruined 2017. Here is why he predicting big things -- 8 interceptions and 4 touchdowns -- in 2018.

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NFL TV schedule: What time, channel is New York Giants vs. Detroit Lions (8/17/18)? Livestream, watch online | NFL Preseason

With or without quarterback Eli Manning, wide receiver Odell Beckham and rookie running back Saquon Barkley, the New York Giants will face the Detroit Lions led by quarterback Matthew Stafford, cornerback Darius Slay and defensive end Ziggy Ansah in Week 2 of the NFL preseason on Friday, August 17, 2018 (8/17/18), at Ford Field in Detroit, Mich.

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Giants' Saquon Barkley still top-selling NFL jersey? Did Jets' Sam Darnold, Eagles' Carson Wentz crack top 10?

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley, New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz have some of the NFL's most-sold jerseys. Here is a look at how they stack up among the NFL's top 10 jersey sales.

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Giants vs. Lions: Key matchups to watch in NFL preseason Week 2 | Odell Beckham vs. Darius Slay, Marvin Jones vs. Eli Apple, Ereck Flowers vs. Ziggy Ansah

There is plenty of opportunity for players lower on the depth chart to impress in the Giants' NFL Preseason Week 2 game against the Detroit Lions, if they can win their matchups, as Saquon Barkley, Connor Barwin, and potentially Odell Beckham Jr. sit out.

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Giants' Davis Webb bounces back with strong throws during practice with Detroit Lions | Sights and sounds

Giants quarterback Davis Webb, and cornerback Eli Apple were the stars of a strong showing in Wednesday's joint practice with the Detroit Lions.

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WATCH: Giants' Saquon Barkley makes 1-hand catches, simulates routes on JUGS machine after missing practice

Since coming up lame on a long reception from Kyle Lauletta in the latter stages of Monday's practice, Barkley has been limited to getting in some mental reps on the sideline and going through side work during the Giants' first two joint practices with the Detroit Lions.

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Eli Manning, Giants' teammates fire back at Jaguars' Jalen Ramsey's criticism | 'Who?'

Criticism from the Jaguars' cornerback did not sit well with the Giants' two-time Super Bowls inning quarterback, Eli Manning, or his teammates.

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Jaguars' Jalen Ramsey trashes Giants' Eli Manning: 'I won't say he's good'

Get your popcorn ready for Week 1 when the Jaguars come to New York to face the Giants.

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Who benefits most from Saquon Barkley's absence? Giants' Wayne Gallman emerging from shadow

Wayne Gallman had a solid rokie season, but the Giants drafted Saquon Barkley anyway. Now what? Well, Gallman is showing better hands than expected.

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Who is in better situation? Giants and Pat Shurmur? Lions and Matt Patricia | Interviewed for each's jobs

Giants coach Pat Shurmur and Lions coach Matt Patricia easily could have switched places on the coaching carousel and enjoyed homecomings of sorts.

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What's life like at the bottom of Giants depth chart? RB Jalen Simmons facing critical week in bid for roster spot

The hierarchy at the top of the Giants' running back depth chart is set with No. 2 overall NFL Draft pick Saquon Barkley expected to shoulder a heavy workload, Jonathan Stewart providing a veteran presence at the position, and Wayne Gallman expected to serve as a change of pace back.

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Meet the Giants' best practice players from 2018 training camp

It would be easy for established star players such as Odell Beckham Jr., Olivier Vernon, and cornerback Janoris Jenkins to mail in some of these practices in the oppressive heat and humidity. But, that hasn't been the case.

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Does Lions' LeGarrette Blount hold any grudges against Eagles for not offering a contract after winning the Super Bowl?

LeGarette Blount has the unique distinction of being the only human walking the planet having won three of the last four Super Bowl rings, but after not being offered a contract by the Eagles this offseason, he's wearing his third uniform in as many seasons.

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Giants practice vs. Detroit Lions on Tuesday (PHOTOS)

The Giants traveled to Michigan for a joint practice against the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, August 14, 2018. With running back Saquon Barkley sidelined with a hamstring injury, quarterback Eli Manning and wide receiver Odell beckham led the offense in the first of three joint practices between the NFC teams. The teams will meet in an NFL preseason game on Friday night.

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Risk-reward? Giants' very different approaches with Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham vs. Lions | Sights and sounds

One of the Giants' B & B boys, Saquon Barkley, is watching practice from the sideline. The other, Odell Beckham, is going full strength despite risk. Pat Shurmur explains both.

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Did ankle injury rob Giants' Odell Beckham of any speed or explosiveness? Lions' CB Darius Slay says ...

Through nearly four weeks of training camp practice, all indications are that Beckham has been the same dynamic player in practice that he's ever been. On Monday, Detroit Lions All-Pro cornerback Darius Slay gave his recovery a ringing endorsement following the first of three joint practices between the Lions and Giants.

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WATCH: Saquon Barkley on sideline at Giants practice with Detroit Lions

The Giants' $31 million rookie running back, a day after the team said he tweaked his left hamstring, watched from the sidelines as the Giants prepared for joint practices against the Detroit Lions.

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Lions' coach Matt Patricia channels inner Bill Belichick when asked about Giants' coaching interview

Prior to taking the job as the Detroit Lions head coach, Patricia interviewed for the job the Giants and very nearly took the job later accepted by Pat Shurmur.

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For 1 Giants player, practices vs. Lions means returning to site of career-changing injury

Zac Kerin made his first NFL start with Lions last September. Days later, he tore his ACL and now has to work his way off 3rd-team offensive line with Giants.

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This Giants player thought about retirement, but now he could change the makeup of the roster

John Greco was out of a job in November 2017, but the desperate Giants called. Then came Pat Shurmur and Hal Hunter to breathe new life into his career.

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Giants' Andrew Adams fighting to win starting safety job, shed 'undrafted' label

Teammates for the first time with his brother in law, Giants linebacker Alec Ogletree, safety Andrew Adams took a much different path to the NFL and now aims to win the starting safety job:

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Giants' Saquon Barkley suffers mild hamstring strain | What it means

When Giants coach Pat Shurmur says he will be 'smart' with Saquon Barkley, you can be see what he means with how he has handled other players.

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Giants' Sterling Shepard, Chanel Iman welcome baby girl | Here's proof she already is a football fan

Sterling Shepard, Victoria's Secret Angel Chanel Iman have a newborn daughter who arrived 9 days early, allowing Giants WR to play in preseason games, not miss practice.

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'This app is going to be about me," WFAN's Mike Francesa says in mesmerizing Twitter Q&A

WFAN's Mike Francesa discussed his new "Mike's On" app during a Twitter question-and-answer session on Monday.

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Saquon Barkley hurt on big play in Giants practice. What exactly happened? | Sights and sounds

Saquon Barkley had his leg wrapped after making a big catch in Giants practice. With the team headed to practice vs. Lions, it will be interesting how much contact Barkley gets.

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NFL trade rumors: Giants, Jets among favorites to land Raiders' Khalil Mack

If the Oakland Raiders trade Khalil Mack, the Giants and Jets could jump in the sweepstakes for the star pass rusher.

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Brent Musburger dishes on NFL anthem protests, Donald Trump's 'Twitter high horse'

Legendary broadcaster Brent Musburger has opinions on the state of the NFL, protests and Donald Trump.

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What to expect from Giants' joint practices with Detroit Lions | Schedule, key matchups to watch

The Giants are taking practice on the road this week, heading to Detroit for a week of work with the Lions ahead of Friday night's preseason Week 2 showdown between the two teams at Ford Field.

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Giants' Cody Latimer on star receivers in his draft class: 'I can be in that conversation,' too

While Odell Beckham is starring and other 2014 NFL Draft receivers are getting paid, Cody Latimer fought to stay in the NFL and find the right opportunity. He thinks he found it with Giants.

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Why this might be the year Giants' Kerry Wynn's preseason playmaking carries over after fumble, pick-6

Kerry Wynn's career preseason resume includes interceptions, sacks, forced fumbles and a TD. In his new role, he was most active player on Giants' defense vs. Browns.

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Giants backup QB competition heats up between Davis Webb, Kyle Lauletta as Eli Manning rests | Sights and sounds from practice

As Giants head coach Pat Shurmur limited veteran quarterback Eli Manning's reps during Sunday's practice, the competition for the job of the 37-year-old's backup intensified between Davis Webb and fourth-round rookie Kyle Lauletta.

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How a grieving N.J. kid found joy with NFL legends

Andrew Search wanted to visit the Pro Football Hall of Fame with his father. The sport's greatest players embraced him when he came on his behalf instead.

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Saquon Barkley looks like a beast, but are Giants better off with Jonathan Stewart or young legs as backup?

What do Giants do when Saquon Barkley needs a breather? Overreaction off 1 game says Wayne Gallman, Robert Martin, Jalen Simmons. But what about Jonathan Stewart?

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Was Giants training camp a success? | Revisiting goals for Pat Shurmur, Odell Beckham Jr., Saquon Barkley

Following an off day on Saturday, the Giants veteran players officially broke training camp and the team will hold two practices at Quest Diagnostics Training Center before departing for Detroit and a week's worth of joint practices with the Lions ahead of Friday night's NFL preseason Week 2 game at Ford Field.

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Knights in the NFL: Giants' Robert Martin and Ravens' Gus Edwards make strong bids for roster spots

While Leonte Carroo didn't play well for the Miami Dolphins, Janarion Grant and Gus Edwards of the Baltimore Ravens and Robert Martin of the Giants were among the former Rutgers football players who starred in the NFL preseason Week 1.

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Debunking the biggest NFL preseason overreactions

It's that time of year! NFL overreactions are here. Here's an attempt to debunk the biggest ones from opening weekend.

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Giants' 53-man roster projection (plus practice squad) | 2 veterans battling for 1 spot in secondary? Waivers help?

Injuries are piling up in Giants secondary with Curtis Riley, William Gay, Darian Thompson. Does that lead to any surprises on or off the 53-man bubble?

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Giants' Davis Webb vs. Eagles' Nate Sudfeld: Which developmental QB is better?

Eagles quarterback Nate Sudfeld and Giants quarterback Davis Webb had a chance to prove themselves in Week 1 of the NFL preseason. The Giants lost to the Cleveland Browns, the Eagles lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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WATCH: Top 2 NFL Draft picks Baker Mayfield, Saquon Barkley live up to billing | Takeaways from Giants vs. Browns

The marquee drawing card of Thursday night's preseason opener between the Giants and Cleveland Browns was the showcase of the top-two picks in April's 2018 NFL Draft; Cleveland's quarterback Baker Mayfield and Giants RB Saquon Barkley.

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Here's what Giants' Pat Shurmur liked most about Kyle Lauletta's performance vs. Browns

If there was one positive to take away from the play of Giants backup quarterbacks Davis Webb and Kyle Lauletta, it is that the fourth-round rookie showed plenty of poise in his first taste of NFL game speed.

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Giants injury report: Darian Thompson exits and hits keep coming to short-handed secondary

At least 3 Giants suffered injuries of concerns against the Browns, but Darian Thompson adds to mounting injuries in secondary, which had a bad game.

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Donald Trump blasts NFL players amid preseason anthem protests: 'Stand proudly... or be suspended!'

United States President Donald Trump took to Twitter to go after NFL players protesting during the NFL preseason.

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8 under-the-radar takeaways from Giants' preseason opener vs. Browns

What did we learn in the first preseason tilt for the Giants? Here are some things you may have missed.

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Giants' Robert Thomas gives Browns' QB Baker Mayfield his 'Welcome to the NFL' moment (VIDEO)

When the Giants defense gathers to breakdown the film of Thursday night's 20-10 loss to the Cleveland browns in the exhibition opener, there's no doubt which play will be shown first on the games cutup.

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Giants bubble watch: How did borderline roster players fare vs. Browns?

Sure, Saquon Barkley ripped off a big run, Eli Manning played two series and Kerry Wynn forced a fumble. But what about the guys fighting for a job?

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Saquon Barkley says hello to the NFL in style with eye-popping first Giants carry | Politi

The Giants rookie turned something out of nothing on his first carry, but Eli Manning's offense still looks bad.

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Which NFL team will have a better season: Jets or Giants?

The NFL season is officially underway. Football fans from the Metropolitan area have to quickly forget about last season, and move onto this upcoming football season because last year was a nightmare for New York Giants and New York Jets...

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'Let's not go berserk yet' | 10 meaningful quotes from Giants after 1st preseason game

What Pat Shurmur, Eli Manning, Davis Webb, Olivier Vernon and more had to say about Saquon Barkley, offensive line and the rest after Giants lost to Browns.

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3 Reasons Giants should be optimistic, concerned after 20-10 loss to Browns | Is the secondary ANY better?

If Thursday night's 20-10 loss to the Cleveland Browns to open the four-game exhibition schedule showed anything, it is that this Giants team is far from a finished product.

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Giants Preseason Stock Report after 20-10 loss to Browns: Kyle Lauletta, Andrew Adams rising? Leonard Johnson falling?

The Giants coaching staff will have plenty of corrections to make from Thursday night's 20-10 loss to the Cleveland Browns in the preseason opener.

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Exclusive: Giants leader's powerful message on national anthem and 'systemic oppression'

Giants leader Michael Thomas stood for the national anthem but isn't committing to anything one way or the other until NFL and NFLPA finish discussions on policy.

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Giants rookie report card vs. Cleveland Browns | Grading Saquon Barkley, Will Hernandez, Kyle Lauletta in NFL preseason debut

The Giants' heralded 2018 NFL Draft class that includes three potential Week 1 starters; running back Saquon Barkley, left guard Will Hernandez, and defensive end B.J. Hill had a solid debut in the preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night at MetLife Stadium.

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Davis Webb's passes sail high in reminder of Giants' 2017 screw-up | Instant analysis

Observations from Giants' loss to Browns in the preseason. What to make of Davis Webb's 1st game in nearly a year, plus a good day for Kerry Wynn, Hunter Sharp.

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Grading the Giants' 1st-team defense vs. Cleveland Browns | Tyrod Taylor puts on a passing clinic

The Giants' first-team defense looked very much like a work-in-progress in the three series that they played in Thursday night's exhibition opener against the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium.

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Grading the Giants' 1st-team offense vs. Cleveland Browns | An opening-drive score!

Saquon Barkley didn't disappoint, Odell Beckham didn't play. How did the offensive line, Eli Manning and Sterling Shepard perform?

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WATCH: Giants' Saquon Barkley's first NFL carry vs. Browns

Giants rookie running back, and the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft, Saquon Barkley burst onto the scene with a highlight-reel worthy first career carry in Thursday night's preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns.

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Giants vs. Browns national anthem | Did any player kneel?

Much has been made of, and written about the NFL's new national anthem policy ahead of the 2018 season, and Thursday night's preseason opener between the Cleveland Browns and the Giants served as a litmus test for what players are willing to risk in exchange for protesting social injustice.

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WATCH: Giants' Odell Beckham's 1-hand catches return to MetLife Stadium

Giants Odell Beckham's name is synonymous with 1-hand catches. He was doing them Thursday at MetLife Stadium for the first time since Oct. 8.

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New York Giants vs. Cleveland Browns: LIVE score updates and stats (8/9/18), NFL Preseason Week 1

The New York Giants, led by quarterback Eli Manning, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., and rookie running back Saquon Barkley will open their NFL Preseason schedule against rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield, wide receiver Jarvis Landry, second-year defensive end Myles Garrett and the Cleveland Browns on Thursday, August 9, 2018 (8/9/2018), at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Giants inactives vs. Cleveland Browns: Will Odell Beckham Jr. play?

The Giants announced six players as inactive for Thursday night's preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium.

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Ex-Rutgers QB Kyle Bolin signs with new pro league: 'My blood started getting a little hot again'

Former Rutgers and Louisville quarterback Kyle Bolin has signed a contract with Alliance Atlanta of the Alliance of American Football.

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Giants' Odell Beckham out vs. Browns, 1 year after controversial tackle | Landon Collins? Eli Manning?

Giants' Odell Beckham was injured on a tackle by Briean Boddy-Calhoun of Browns last preason. There won't be a similar play or 'calculated' risk in 2018.

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Why will Giants offensive line be better? Contingency plan? Projecting position battles | Mailbag

Saquon Barkley for Rookie of the Year? Do Giants have a kicker to trust? Will the remodeled offensive line do its job?

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Meet the 8 Giants with N.J. roots, including newcomer Mike Basile | Someone to cheer for in preseason games?

Giants do not necessarily look for homegrown talent like Rutgers does, but these 7 players in preseason games have New Jersey ties. Tight end is a popular position for local flavor.

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Giants vs. Cleveland Browns: 14 players who need to stand out | Kalif Raymond, Davis Webb, Kareem Martin

Giants football returns to MetLife Stadium Thursday night as the 2018 NFL preseason kicks off against the Cleveland Browns, and there are several players needing standout performances during the exhibition slate to either to win a starting job or simply make the 53-man roster.

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Giants rookie CB Grant Haley enters preseason game vs. Browns with chip on his shoulder, ready to 'risk it all' to win a roster spot

In a wide open competition for the starting nickel job, Giants' undrafted rookie free agent cornerback Grant Haley has a plan for how to keep himself right in the mix this preseason.

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Do NFL fans in N.J. think Giants, Jets, Eagles should stand or kneel for national anthem?

A study of tagged tweets revealed which side of the debate fans New Jersey NFL fans sit on.

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He's not Baker Mayfield, but Giants rookie QB Kyle Lauletta has reason to think he will thrive in preseason

Baker Mayfield vs. Kyle Lauletta in a preseason QB showdown on Thursday, August 9, 2018 (8/9/18) at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.? Probably not. But the Giants and Cleveland Browns rookies became friends on pre-NFL Draft carousel.

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WATCH: Saquon Barkley catches passes out of the backfield

As the New York Giants held their last practice of training camp before beginning the pre-season with a Thursday night game against the Cleveland Browns, first-round draft pick Saquon Barkley continued to work on his pass-catching skills out of the backfield.

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NFL rule changes: Answers to 11 key questions | How will new helmet rule be called? Is the catch rule simpler?

The NFL changed its rules on using the helmet to initiate contact, what constitutes a catch and several other things ahead of the 2018 season. Refs spoke to the Jets during training camp earlier this week and met with the media to answer questions about the rules on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 (8/7/18).

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Louis Riddick on Giants GM interview | Eli Manning washed up? Odell Beckham's price? Ben McAdoo disaster and more

Louis Riddick wasn't a "yes" man for Giants owners John Mara, Steve Tisch in general manager interview, but they didn't want one. ESPN analyst's first extensive comments on Giants personnel.

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NFL TV schedule: What time, channel is New York Giants vs. Cleveland Browns NFL Preseason Week 1 (8/9/18)? Live stream, how to watch online

The New York Giants, led by Eli Manning and Odell Beckham Jr., and rookie running back Saquon Barkley will open their NFL Preseason schedule against rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield, wide receiver Jarvis Landry, second-year defensive end Myles Garrett and the Cleveland Browns on Thursday, August 9, 2018, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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How Giants' rookie LB Lorenzo Carter aims to trade buying snacks for getting sacks

Giants rookie linebacker, and third-round draft pick out of Georgia, Lorenzo Carter has been one of the most dominant defensive players throughout training camp, and looks to continue that strong play in the preseason in hopes of contributing starter snaps in his first season.

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Giants' Davis Webb: Ben McAdoo said I would start final 3 games of 2017 | Geno Smith responds?

Ben McAdoo made a mess of Giants quarterbacks in 2017 and the confusion lives on, even as Pat Shurmur as clarified Eli Manning, Davis Webb roles.

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WATCH: Highlights of Odell Beckham passing, dancing, boxing, saluting the troops

Odell Beckham Jr. spent time dancing and shadow boxing with fellow wide receiver Sterling Shepard, throwing passes, saluting the Army football team and playing defense against a ten-year-old from Tampa.

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How much will Giants starters play in preseason vs. Browns? | Sights and sounds from Day 11

Will Giants risk Odell Beckham? Will they give Eli Manning a chance to get familiar with offense? Observations from final practice before facing Browns

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Davis Webb hopes to show Giants 'aggressively patience' vs. Browns | Here's what he means

Expected to see extended playing time in the Giants' preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns, Davis Webb aims to show head coach Pat Shurmur and offensive coordinator Mike Shula that he has the ability to be 'aggressively' patient', when he takes the field Thursday night.

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Connor Barwin: Chip Kelly's lasting legacy in NFL, how Eagles players REALLY feel about Giants | Q & A

What makes NFC East 'the best division in the NFL,' as Giants linebacker Connor Barwin says? Impressions of Pat Shurmur, Eli Manning, Carson Wentz, Jared Goff, Sean McVay, Doug Pederson, Chip Kelly.

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Here's what Giants' Mike Shula hopes to see from Davis Webb, rookie QB Kyle Lauletta vs. Browns | Takeaways

In all likelihood, Eli Manning won't play at all in the Giants' preseason opener Thursday night against the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium, and even if he takes the field will likely see only limited snaps.

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Giants depth chart: Surprises in secondary, wide receiver | New emphasis on tight end

Giants will open the preseason against Browns: Here is the first depth chart carrying in that game, highlighting some of the leaders in position battles.

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Saquon Barkley dazzles as Sterling Shepard sits out hottest day of Giants training camp | Sights and sounds from Day 10

Rookie running back Saquon Barkley returned to practice on the hottest day of Giants training camp, but wide receiver Sterling Shepard was a spectator during a practice that featured big plays on both sides of the ball.

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Giants rookies Lorenzo Carter, B.J. Hill will be big part of James Bettcher's scheme | Takeaways from defensive coordinator

Giants defensive coordiantor James Bettcher has been dialing up some unique blitzes as he tries to find enough supplementary pass rush, cornerback help to complement his stars.

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Here's why Saquon Barkley hasn't practiced for Giants recently | Will he play vs. Cleveland Browns?

Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley didn't take a single rep on Saturday after individual warmups, and has had his workload decreased significantly over the past several practices, ahead of Thursday night's NFL preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns.

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Giants cheaping out on Odell Beckham? Offered less than Sammy Watkins? | Why it might not matter

Giants, Odell Beckham are talking contract, but are they far apart on the numbers? What could change? Other 2014 NFL Draft picks getting big bucks.

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Joe Buck's new deal with Fox includes World Series wrinkle

Joe Buck agreed to a new deal with Fox Sports, including a change of heart on the World Series.

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Compliments to the chef: CB Leonard Johnson was about to go to culinary school before Giants called

Giants are hoping newly signed veteran Leonard Johnson has the ingredients to bail them out of a sticky situation at nickel cornerback before his hopeful Food Network career.

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True Giants: 5 linemen explain life at their size | 'Nothing fits!' 'You need that ice cream?' 'People will buy you a beer'

Size is a virtue on Giants offensive line and defensive line. But when the pads come off? Good luck navigating airplanes, beds and clothing stores, say these hog mollies.

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Giants' 53-man roster projection: Which training camp stars make the cut?

The Giants have completed two weeks of training camp practice, with sights now set on the preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night at MetLife Stadium, as head coach Pat Shurmur and his staff continue to evaluate which players are destined for jobs on the 53-man roster, and who might be looking for work next month following cutdown day.

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Odell Beckham sounds like a changed man. Will this new attitude last? | Politi

The Giants receiver spoke to the media for the first time in more than 300 days. It was a convincing performance.

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Meet the 'Carolina' Giants | 8 players who created a pipeline under GM Dave Gettleman

Dave Gettleman's strategy when the Giants have a roster vacancy? Look into his Panthers background for familiar faces. Here is who the search turned up. Can any make 53-man roster?

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Projecting Giants' WR depth chart: Who starts behind Odell Beckham Jr.? Which camp standout wins a job?

The Giants' wide receiver position is shaping up to be one of the more talented position groups on the roster, and most difficult spots to win a job when cutdown day rolls around. Odell Beckham Jr., and Sterling Shepard are assured the two starting jobs on the outside, but there is plenty of competition towards the bottom of the depth chart brewing between the likes of Russell Shepard, Raymond, Sharp, Lewis, and camp darling Etta-Tawo for what could wind up being at most three roster spots.

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Giants' Eli Apple scuffles with Evan Engram, leaves practice after hurting knee (VIDEO)

Giants coach Pat Shurmur pulled Eli Apple from practice and warned him about a play that would get him a fine. When Apple went back in, he was injured and did not return.

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Giants' Saquon Barkley held out of practice | Sights and sounds from training camp

Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley did not log a single rep in full-team drills on Saturday, and after taking part in warmup and individual drills, was a spectator for the remainder of practice.

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Socratic method: How Giants' Ereck Flowers has been put on the spot by coach who wanted to draft him with Colts

Giants RT Ereck Flowers has had an up-and-down training camp on the field, but what about behind the scenes with coach Hal Hunter?

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Does Giants' Odell Beckham Jr. feel fully healthy after offseason ankle surgery?

After collecting 313 receptions for 4,424 yards and 38 touchdowns in the first 47 games of his NFL career, Beckham admits that his outlook has changed for this offseason after enduring the pain and recovery of last season's injury.

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Giants' Odell Beckham Jr. admits he's taking 'calculated risk' taking field without a new contract | Takeaways

One of the biggest surprises of the summer across the NFL was wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. reporting to training camp on time, without the security of a long-term contract as he enters the final year of his rookie deal.

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Giants Odell Beckham highest-paid NFL? "Who doesn't want to get more money?

Odell Beckham broke a 300-day silence and addressed 'optimism' he will get a long-term contract extension from Giants soon.

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Pro Football Hall of Fame 2018 inductions today: What time, TV, channel is ceremony on Saturday? (8/4/18)

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct its 2018 class on Saturday, August 4, 2018 (8/4/18) in Canton, Ohio. The inductees are Robert Brazile, Bobby Beathard, Brian Dawkins, Jerry Kramer, Ray Lewis, Randy Moss, Terrell Owens and Brian Urlacher. Owens is skipping the ceremony.

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Which Giants already are Pat Shurmur favorites? These players are drawing praise, getting extra snaps

Pat Shurmur has held 27 practices as Giants coach. He has built strong relationships with some of the biggest stars but also is warming up to some under-the-radar players.

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What Giants' Saquon Barkley learned from Adrian Peterson about something he's never done on a football field

Saquon Barkley hasn't taken a snap in an NFL game yet, but the Giants' rookie running back has already had to make a big adjustment from his college career at Penn State.

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Day of the interception by Giants defense? 'Odell, break his ankles!' | Sights and sounds from Day 8 of training camp

Odell Beckham, Saquon Barkley still are making big plays, but what happens when Giants throw to other targets? Defense gets revenge. Observations from practice.

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Alterraun Verner, former Pro Bowler, among free agent CBs in for Giants' tryout | Is there cap space?

Giants have a logjam of cornerbacks behind Eli Apple and Janoris Jenkins but might still are looking for an upgrade with Sam Beal sidelined for the season.

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NFL Network officially cleaning house after sexual harassment allegations

Expect to see some new faces on NFL Network this season.

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Colin Kaepernick could teach Trump (and NFL owners) a lesson in conspiracy

Colin Kaepernick, who alleges he has been blackballed over national anthem protests, has filed a grievance accusing the NFL of collusion.

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NFL helmet rule (and other new rules) explained | No! Terrible call! Read this before cursing at TV

New NFL helmet rule already under fire after 1 preseason game. Here is a referee's explanation of all NFL rule changes, points of emphasis in 2018. Jerome Boger's crew is at Giants practice this week.

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Meet the Giants' unsung and unexpected leader: Odell Beckham Jr.

It's difficult to envision the Giants intensifying talks on a long-term contract extension this week had it not been for a transformational offseason in which Beckham Jr. committed to not only participating in voluntary offseason workouts and mandatory minicamp, but also stepping up as a leader before reporting to training camp on time despite the fact that he is entering the final year of his rookie contract.

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Giants lighten Saquon Barkley's practice workload | What it means

Saquon Barkley is going to be a workhorse for Giants in regular season, but he got a breather at end of training camp practice. Who stepped up?

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As Odell Beckham's agent looks on, deep balls fly at Giants' practice | Sights and sounds from training camp

Hours after it was reported that Odell Beckham's agent Zeke Sandhu and the Giants had begun contract talks on a long-term extension, Sandhu was treated to a front-row seat next to the team's Vice President of Football Operations and assistant general manager Kevin Abrams, as the quarterbacks and wide receivers put on a show by stretching the field in the aerial game during Thursday's training camp practice.

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Giants' Eli Apple opens up about 'Crazy, unfortunate situation' facing Urban Meyer, Ohio State

Eli Apple hasn't spoken to Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer in the fallout of the news that the Buckeyes head coach might have known about domestic abuse allegations levied by the wife of former assistant coach Zach Smith, but the Giants' cornerback has been thinking about what is unfolding in Columbus, Ohio.

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Odell Beckham extension talks heating up: Agent, Giants contracts expert Kevin Abrams watch practice together

Odell Beckham and Giants are talking contract extension. How soon could it be done? Kevin Abrams and Zeke Sandhu have each other's ears at practice.

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Odell Beckham Jr., Giants begin contract negotiations, report says | How much will new deal cost?

It appears as though the Giants are on the cusp for rewarding Beckham's commitment to the team, even taking the field in full-padded practices after recovering from offseason ankle surgery, looking to keep him in the fold for years to come.

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NFL Hall of Fame Game 2018 FREE LIVESTREAM: How to watch Chicago Bears vs. Baltimore Ravens online (8/2/18)

The Chicago Bears, led by quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, meet the Baltimore Ravens, led by quarterback Joe Flacco, in the 2018 NFL Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, on Thursday, August 2, 2018 (8/2/18). The preseason game marks the start of the NFL season.

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Difference in Giants offensive line? 'Respect' for teammates | 'We know what outside people are saying about us'

Giants offensive line is bonding in ways that were missing in the past. Game 1 starting lineup likely won't have any starters in same spot as 2017.

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WATCH: Here's the biggest difference between Giants' offense under Pat Shurmur from Ben McAdoo

It would be an understatement to suggest that the Giants' offense became stale and predictable last season under former head coach Ben McAdoo. After one week of training camp practices, it's never been more evident that the hallmark of the offense under new coach Pat Shurmur will be unpredictability.

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Landon Collins' interception TD indicative of big plays for Giants defense | Sights and sounds from Day 6 of training camp

James Bettcher's Giants defense has been piling up sacks, but now the interceptions are coming. Also, keep an eye on Kalif Raymond. And an offensive line change.

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WATCH: Beckham returns kickoff, works late with Manning

Odell Beckham Jr excited the fans at New York Giants training camp today with a kickoff return. He then stayed after practice with Eli Manning to work on passing routes after the fans had left.

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Why hasn't Damon Harrison stepped up as a leader for Giants?

As dissension and debilitating losses torpedoed the Giants' 2017 season, the locker room was devoid of leaders, with many calling for All-Pro defensive tackle Damon Harrison to step up and serve in that role.

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How 1 player reacts to benefiting from most surprising move Giants didn't make in offseason

Giants are betting on a key player who was inconsistent as a rookie to turn things around with facing veteran competition in training camp.

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NFL Hall of Fame Game 2018 TV: What time, channel is Chicago Bears vs. Baltimore Ravens? (8/2/18)

The Chicago Bears, led by quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, meet the Baltimore Ravens, led by quarterback Joe Flacco, in the 2018 NFL Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, on Thursday, August 2, 2018 (8/2/18). The preseason game marks the start of the NFL season.

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These 'Little Elis' are proof that Manning is running out of chances | Politi

Eli Manning's first Super Bowl winning inspired a few dads to name their sons in his honor. Those boys are turning 10 now.

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Fetch, Eli! Here are 17 adorable dogs (and three cats) named Eli Manning

Why? Because they're adorable, that's why.

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Meet the QB mentoring Giants' Davis Webb, Kyle Lauletta on staying sharp without game reps (not Eli Manning)

Many NFL quarterbacks come and go, but the Giants have a veteran quarterback besides Eli Manning who has seen it all. That helps Davis Webb, Kyle Lauletta.

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Giants training camp stock report: Who's rising and falling after first week of practice? | Eli Manning Odell Beckham Jr., Evan Engram, Olivier Vernon, Ereck Flowers

From No. 2 overall pick Saquon Barkley, dynamic wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., rising second-year tight end Evan Engram to bottom of the roster sleepers such as cornerback Grant Haley and wide receiver Amba Etta-Tawo, the first week of camp has offered a glimpse of several players who might be on the cusp of either stardom this season, while others have struggled.

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