or something around there.

there are zero elite teams in the NFL this year. thus far, the Giants look like the best of the “very good,” why shouldn’t they go all-out for a repeat? i understand the philosophy of building through the draft, and how much Reese values draft picks. that being said, adding Gonzalez could only help an already potent offense.

just think about the impact Gonzo would have on the Red Zone offense… for years, the Giants have struggled to punch-in touchdowns on a short field. that’s no exception this year, as the team currently ranks 19th in Red Zone offense with just five touchdowns in eleven trips. you’re adding another big target for Eli, and someone who can help Boss (who is still learning his way) continue to mature. the Giants can still keep Boss in during running situations, and get him his share of catches. it’s not like Gonzo will demand the ball, as he is basically the anti-Shockey.

Gonzalez just wants to win – how could you not like that?

People tend to forget that TG just doesn’t block. He is essentially a very big WR. An excellent one at that, but still not sealing off ends for the giants power running game. Every time TG would be on the field opposing defenses would know that it’s either a pass play or that they were not running to his side. Great talent, just not a good fit.

If he can be had for a 3rd round pick, its a no brainer. The Giants have 2 2nd rounders, and 2 5th rounders, plenty of bargaining chips.

Honestly I am not sure why he isn’t on a plane to Newark yet.

Here’s the question: do we think a future 3rd rounder will be more valuable to the Giants than adding the greatest TE of all-time at age 32 coming off a 99-reception season.

I love draft picks, and I have a ton of faith in Jerry Reese making draft picks, but the fact of the matter is that in the NFL, the window of opportunity for most teams is pretty small. Well, that window is WIDE OPEN for the Giants right now, and Gonzalez would help to widen it even further. The fact that he wants to come here also shows that he’s less concerned about his own stats than he is about winning, as I’m sure he is aware that the defending champs aren’t gonna restructure their offense just for him.

Another thing to keep in mind is that I’ve heard a lot of rumblings that this upcoming draft class is not a particularly strong or deep one. I say this deal is as close to a no-brainer as they come, now I just hope Reese sees it the same way.

I Just decided to do some research on the ages of some top notch players and here’s what I came up with
Terrell Owens- 34, Turns 35 in December
Randy Moss- 31, Turns 32 in February
Charles Woodson- 32
All of these guys are still on the top of their games and prove that if you’re in peak physical condition, you can still play at a high level.
From a marketing standpoint, this could do wonders for the Giants in the Hispanic community due to his success.

It appears Big Blue View signs off on the trade, therefore I think Ed should be granted the first interview with TG after the press conference.

Let’s just say that Reese goes through with the trade for a 3rd rounder. The Shockey trade netted an additional 2nd round pick (albeit a likely later round pick) and as we’ve all discussed ad nauseam, 2nd rd picks are extremely valuable. So let’s say Reese keeps both 2nd rd picks (ie the NYG 2nd rd pick and the NO Saints 2nd rd pick) but trades the 3rd pick to KC for Gonzo.

Then you can look at it that NYG trades Shock and a 3rd rd pick (essentially) for Gonzo and a #2 and a #5. Hell, I think this trade likely gets done with a #4 pick.

I say this is a no-brainer. I’d do this trade all day long. Gonzo likely plays 2 more seasons as well, so you aren’t hiring a gun for the 2008 stretch run and that’s it. Plus you have a chance to vastly upgrade your team and Boss gets to learn behind one of the best in the business.

My guts tells me this gets done. Makes all of the sense in the world.

as a chiefs fan, please let me explain the scenario to you.

For everyone who thinks that TGs numbers came from him being the only target on the field, don’t you think other teams knew that? It isn’t like Tony snuck up on them week by week to burn their LB and DB on a constant basis.
“Wow that 88 sure is a heck of a player, wonder where he came from?”
“Basketball, they say. 1 hit wonder”

Lets face it, if Tony was on your team he would immediately become your best reciever on the team, period. Last year, Tony G led all NFL TE’s in every category except for TD’s with no running game behind him and Brodie and Damon throwing the ball to him. If you wanted, you could release Plaxico and your offense would still be better with Tony as your TE.

Believe me, if the chiefs had a shot at winning anything this year, I would want tony to stay. However, with the current state of the chiefs right now, all I want is for tony to win a super bowl. So, I think its time to put a little hair on your chests in NY and pull the trigger on this trade before some other team does.

Imagine what Gonzalez could do for the running game. It wouldn’t just be his blocking. If you’re a LB, do you key on Jacobs and let Gonzalez get free or cover the best pass catching TE in history and get run over. There are way too many positives to making this trade. If I were the Eagles, I would make the trade just to keep him away from the Giants.