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New York Giants News & Notes: Some Reaction to the McNabb Trade

Justin Tuck told the New York Post that he was "puzzled" by the trade of Donovan McNabb from the Eagles to the Redskins. "How he played against us, I didn't see any wear and tear or any sign of him being on his last legs," Tuck said. "There's people there who see him every day; maybe they know something we don't. [...] If I'm going to trade a guy like McNabb, I'm not going to trade him to a team I'm going to play twice," he said. "McNabb is going to play the Eagles two times year. I don't know if I'd want that if I was in Philadelphia."

Matt Mosley also reacts to the trade by handicapping the "Beast" as things stand now. He sees the Giants as a 10-win team, finishing second behind the Cowboys, with the Eagles third and the Redskins still in last. I expect some griping about him putting us behind the Cowboys, but Mosley is one of the few mainstream writers out there who seems to understand that, disappointing as the Giants 2009 season was, they are still a very talented team who should bounce back next year. Besides, last time the Cowboys won the division and the Giants were a wild card, things worked out pretty well.

Ralph Vachianno lists some of the local prospects the Giants are bringing in for workouts, and also reports that the Giants are looking for guard help.

Mike Garaffalo notes that three Giants (Kevin Boss, Michael Johnson, and Mathias Kiwanuka) have received big pay-raises as a result of hitting some performance-related escalators last year. Congrats to those guys - Ed, I hope you got Kevin Boss to promise to buy you a steak now that he's making the big bucks!

I know I promised not to go all TMZ on you the other day, and I hate linking to this kind of junk, but the part about Tiki staying in this girls college dorm room, before she was even 21, is just too funny not to pass along.

Not Giants related, but Texas Stadium is coming down on Sunday. Good riddance. I actually saw the stadium for the first (and apparently last) time this past Sunday, as I was flying home from San Antonio - I happened to look out the window about a half hour into the flight and saw what looked like a fairly large city, and then noticed the large stadium with a hole in the roof. I hate the Cowboys, but it was pretty cool to see from above - for some reason I wasn't able to pick out Jerry's Billion Dollar Playhouse, however.

Finally, a little bit of Giants-related Lost humor. It's not particularly funny, but I'm a Giants fan and a Lost geek, so I enjoyed it. Have a good weekend everybody, enjoy the first full weekend of the baseball season!

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Boss

CJ, I was just happy he came on the show. If he wants to buy me dinner, though, I’m not saying no.

by Ed Valentine on Apr 9, 2010 12:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Mosley has the Cowboys winning 12 games...

Beyond ridiculous, even if we’re talking about the mid-90’s Cowboys. Here are their road games this year…

Packers, Vikings, Texans, Colts, Cardinals, Eagles, Giants, and Redskins – Not ONE easy game there.

Does Mosley even think for a hot second before he writes this garbage?

by JimmyK on Apr 9, 2010 12:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Mosely can be pretty objective, but we all know he's a homer.

We’ll have to endure his Cowpie bias until we nock the ’Boys down a notch again.

Bleeding Blue since 1962

by sunlion333 on Apr 9, 2010 1:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

I don't

pay attention to anything Mosley says simply put, a moron.

by Great Gatsby on Apr 9, 2010 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ahaha Mat Mosley is a homer..

.but I dont hate him and I usually heck his blog. He’s like Troy Aikman; at times overly critical of the Cowboys cause he clearly likes them. Still hes always given props to Eli Manning I feel like

I don't need birthdays. I buy myself everything I need and because of my drinking its often a surprise

by ItsaToomah on Apr 9, 2010 4:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

12 wins seems a stretch.

The Giants getting ten might be a tad pessimistic. i really think we’ll do better then last year.

by blue gonz on Apr 9, 2010 4:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

I actually Respect Mosley

Obviously he has his brain retard moments, but who doesn’t?
He’s definitely a homer, but unlike other homers, tries to keep it in his pants.

I don’t think anyone should care about power ratings at all in april, it’s way too early, which he plainly said at the bottom.

And the vikes without Favre aren’t frightening. Not easy, but not extremely difficult.

Never assume skill at bouncing a ball makes you smarter than the guy who built the court.

When there's a WILL there's a WAY

by Willgfass on Apr 9, 2010 5:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL! at Tiki

Penetrating and Devastating!

by FreeBradshaw on Apr 9, 2010 1:16 PM EDT reply actions   1 recs

+1000

Talk about showing your true colors

by Late for Dinner on Apr 9, 2010 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Man since when did such a manly league

start to quiver at potentially playing former players, once again if you dont want a player, why not trade him in the division, why be scared of someone after you tell them they are not good enough for you….. I love Donovan but why does everyone assume that He knows all their secrets and Andy Reid doesnt know his??, Andy obviously knows how to expose McNabb waay more than Mcnabb knows how to expose his old team, This league needs to pull their skirts up and stop fearing players who they have made it clear they dont want……… Anyway congrats to Kiwi and Boss but how did Michael Johnson get a raise then get demoted to 4th safety all in the same breath lol.

Peyton May Have The Wins!!
But Eli Will Have The Rings!!!

Rolando McClain, Brian Price, John Jerry, Jamar Chaney, Deji Kenji, Kenny Alfred, Rafael Priest....... April 22-24th.

by Blue Gates on Apr 9, 2010 1:37 PM EDT reply actions  

(tear running down my cheek)

That was beautiful.

by JimmyK on Apr 9, 2010 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

It is what it is.

I got to admit as a Giant fan I was very happy to hear Philly was getting rid of McNabb, he has been a royal pain in the butt every year we have to play him. I was kind of disappointed that he was traded within the division which means he still plays us two times a year. Mcnabb is a lot of things… a great QB no, however he is pretty damm good QB and while you should not fear one player, a player like McNabb with a lot of tread on his tire should not be traded in the division! Let’s not forget untill recently the only offensive weapons Philly had was McNabb and Westbrook and even though everybody in the stadium new what was coming you could never stop it.
Don’t place so much faith in Andy Reid, In NY his butt would have been fired last year instead of holding on to the status quo, to me he is just as responsible as McNabb for Philly’s lack of success, and now we all get to watch Mcnabb play his old team with a HUGE chip on his shoulder and one thing us Giant fans no about McNabb when he is motivated look out!

by Late for Dinner on Apr 9, 2010 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

I agree. Don't forget that the Eagles made it to the Super Bowl the year

Donovan had TO to throw to. I don’t like TO but you have to admit had he been healthy in that game who knows, they might have won.

by giant fan since 57 on Apr 9, 2010 4:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

A couple of things about the McNabb "shibacle" (the label for it according to Deion) ...

1. It’s an example of Philly’s generally good tactic of getting rid of guys a year or two early rather than a year or two late, taken to the extreme. Perhaps this is why they are always a bride’s maid, never a bride in the playoffs. I prefer our Supe win in 2007 over their being almost always in the hunt the last decade.

2. Philly really must think # 5 has very little left in the tank to trade him to the Skins, although they probably think the Skins current state means he won’t have the supporting cast to do well his last few years (and as far as their OL goes, you gotta agree). And it does likely keep WAS from drafting a franchise QB this year, so maybe it insures their mediocrity for years to come.

As far as 2010 goes, I can’t see either of them making the playoffs. Skins have too far to go, and the Eagles D is now avg. and Kolb likely isn’t Brady.

by Shofner85 on Apr 9, 2010 5:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol...Michael Johnson

that’s some job, mess up and get a pay raise…
where can I sign up for that.
What? did he get an extra meaningless tackle that got him to his quota? ;P

Opus smart , lascivio magis , intereo gauisus...

by 27Tango on Apr 9, 2010 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

1st

Cowboys get picked for 1st every year, it’s nothing new. I think I’d worry more if they picked us.

by ct17 on Apr 9, 2010 2:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Mosley chose us to be first last year

and the eagles barely behind.

It wasn’t until half way through the season where he thought the Cowboys would over take one of the others, and not until they beat the Saints that they’d win the division.

Never assume skill at bouncing a ball makes you smarter than the guy who built the court.

When there's a WILL there's a WAY

by Willgfass on Apr 9, 2010 5:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's what I was referring to, along with all the other talking heads.

Please just predict we will suck and we can go ram it down our opponents throats as we work our way to the SB, in Dallas, instead of the Cowboys. That would be outstanding to see JJ in the Owner’s box at the big game without his team playing.

Bleeding Blue since 1962

by sunlion333 on Apr 9, 2010 5:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

It'd be better if the giants were there

Or even the eagles or redskins. As long as they lost, I’d enjoy it.

Giants-Steelers sounds good, right?

The Cowboy’s two biggest rivals at it in their house.

Never assume skill at bouncing a ball makes you smarter than the guy who built the court.

When there's a WILL there's a WAY

by Willgfass on Apr 9, 2010 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

I wonder who Kate Mara would choose in that scenario...

unrelated…but I have to say she is damn hot!

Opus smart , lascivio magis , intereo gauisus...

by 27Tango on Apr 9, 2010 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow Tiki

What an idiot. I realize the celebrity thing to do now is cheat on your wife but staying over in a college dorm room?! Maybe he should cruise around the sorority house with Roethlisberger.

I Am Tobikan Judan

by buckyyo on Apr 9, 2010 2:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Big Ben and Tiki on campus

LOL, are your really suprised by Tiki? The guys is so full of himself he can’t even see their is somthing wrong with dating a girl in college when your in your 30’s… His day is coming though he already got droped by the NFL show it’s only a matter of time before the Today show punts his butt off the network, and then his ex wife get revenge and takes half if of his assets, Sure hope it was worth it Tiki!

by Late for Dinner on Apr 9, 2010 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

When did it change?

When did women with no curves – you know, chest, hips, or butt – become a la mode? They do nothing for me. Actually, I find them quite unattractive. To each his own…

by GhostDini on Apr 9, 2010 2:47 PM EDT reply actions  

I love LOST too

But this season has been a little hard to follow. It’s like their trying to take care of the loose ends at all costs, ignoring how much sense it makes. Disappointing.

by GhostDini on Apr 9, 2010 2:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Not to change the subject, but....

Brandon Spikes was at the second Florida Pro Day and didn’t attempt to improve his 40 time, not participating at all.

What is wrong with this kid? He just doesn’t seem to want it bad enough. That does not bode well for him being successful at the next level.

Bleeding Blue since 1962

by sunlion333 on Apr 9, 2010 3:36 PM EDT reply actions  

His Pride must be hurt

He’s lost his mond, maybe he knows he’s not going to improve on it but he should try, whoever drafts him will get one hell of an on field player cause all he does is make plays but he is not helping his stock at all.

Peyton May Have The Wins!!
But Eli Will Have The Rings!!!

Rolando McClain, Brian Price, John Jerry, Jamar Chaney, Deji Kenji, Kenny Alfred, Rafael Priest....... April 22-24th.

by Blue Gates on Apr 9, 2010 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Molasses.

Penetrating and Devastating!

by FreeBradshaw on Apr 9, 2010 4:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Some griping about him putting us behind the Cowboys...

we beat the Cowboys in Texas, Christening their new trillion dollar stadium and again in Jersey. Personally I dont see them getting any better than last season(could be biased) but I see the Giants winning atleast the NFC east.

by rbman3 on Apr 9, 2010 3:54 PM EDT reply actions  

yes, but despite that

they had a better record than us and made the playoffs. I understand why they’re ranked ahead of us, and until the Giants prove they’re better than they were, I won’t blame anyone who ranks them above us. That said, I agree that I think the Giants will be the best team in the division next year. But I think that every year, even when Kent Graham is gonna be the QB

2009 Did Not Happen

by cjmulrain on Apr 9, 2010 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Completely agree

No one should say we’re the best until we prove it on the field.

Saying that, I’m afraid of nobody.

Never assume skill at bouncing a ball makes you smarter than the guy who built the court.

When there's a WILL there's a WAY

by Willgfass on Apr 9, 2010 5:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

how does michael johsnon get a raise

since when does getting exposed in coverage, having the worst year of your career, and as Blue Gates said before getting demoted to the 4th safety get you a raise.
Also, by giving him a raise does this mean Reese won’t go after safety like nate allen and chad jones

by feaglesmvp on Apr 9, 2010 6:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Playing time

The player’s union worked some things out to make this happen

Low round picks aren’t expected to have lots of playing time, especially not starting time. When they do reach a certain plateau (e.g. starting 10 games), per some agreement, they get bonus money. This is so contributors aren’t taken advantage of with low salaries. I believe this only applies to rookie contracts.

I’m sure someone else can find you the exact legal mumbo jumbo.

Never assume skill at bouncing a ball makes you smarter than the guy who built the court.

When there's a WILL there's a WAY

by Willgfass on Apr 9, 2010 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

For as bad as Johnson was last year

Not all the blame should be placed on him. He was a 7th rounder and we had a DC who made Giants life miserable. That said at least he could stay on the field.

by wangstu13 on Apr 9, 2010 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Let's Hope

Johnson is on the bench the whole year in 2010

by Late for Dinner on Apr 9, 2010 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

im late but hey what can you say.

Bullet points!

1) what was philly thinking, the only the nfc east could count on was the skins being last. Now they may in the thick of things
2) kevin kolb over vick, I wanna see how long that last.
3) 4 potential pro-bowlers in one division. Fasten your seats belts ladies and gents.

by g-gats81 on Apr 14, 2010 8:53 AM EDT reply actions  

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