Report: Giants Moving David Diehl To Left Guard

by Ed Valentine on Jul 28, 2011 11:55 AM EDT in New York Giants News

The Bergen Record is reporting that the New York Giants have told veteran offensive lineman David Diehl that he will be moving to left guard this season, and that Will Beatty is going to take over at left tackle.

Many Giants fans have been hoping for this move for a couple of seasons now, with Diehl's play at left tackle having been sub-par. Beatty was drafted in the second round in 2009 to take over this job, and now we will find out for certain whether or not he can handle it.

The line is now Beatty (LT), Diehl (LG), David Baas (C), Chris Snee (RG), Kareem McKenzie (RT). Adam Koets, Mitch Petrus and Kevin Boothe will likely be the primary backups.

Diehl was drafted by the Giants as a guard, and played well there before being moved to tackle. He has now played every position on the line except center. The Record also reports that the move inside could cost Diehl between $750,000 and $1.1 million, due to the structure of his contract.

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by nyg94 on Jul 28, 2011 11:56 AM EDT reply actions

Great move

Hope that Beatty comes thru and that Mack stays healthy but I think that we’ll be pretty solid.
Koets, Petrus, and Boothe are all serviceable backups but I agree with you Ed, I’d be nervous with Brewer as our only backup T.

by bgn1987 on Jul 28, 2011 12:00 PM EDT reply actions

well

they can always use Deihl at tackle too

by BigBlue82 on Jul 28, 2011 12:02 PM EDT up reply actions

the hell u say!

I may not be the most noble of men but in a town of lepers, im the one with the most fingers.

Sex is like math. Add the bed, Subtract the clothes, divide the legs ... And pray to god you don't multiply!!

by Troy O on Jul 28, 2011 12:20 PM EDT up reply actions

Shoot!

I forgot all about ‘Big Butt Boothe.’

by Ed Valentine on Jul 28, 2011 12:02 PM EDT reply actions

Boothe

is the only player in the NFL who should be allowed to wear sweatpants

by Town on Jul 28, 2011 1:17 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs

haha

I may not be the most noble of men but in a town of lepers, im the one with the most fingers.

Sex is like math. Add the bed, Subtract the clothes, divide the legs ... And pray to god you don't multiply!!

by Troy O on Jul 28, 2011 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions

nice

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions

Also have Booth and Brewer in there

and really Diehl is the primary backup T. I doubt they’re signing any new players for the OL, probably just either Seubert or O"hara to a cheap deal if they want to come back.

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jul 28, 2011 12:02 PM EDT reply actions

Andrews too

If he doesn’t sign with anyone else, hope they can bring him back for a reasonable salary. He’d be a great backup across the whole line, except C. If we can do that, we’re pretty much set with the OL

The football team in my school, they were tough! After they sacked the quarterback they went after his family.

by Handsome Stranger on Jul 28, 2011 12:13 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions

andrews will be signed by someone

i think the guy can still play and start in this league…. plus hes the best athlete on twitter

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions

Not Thanks to Andrews

I like the guy, he is a warrior and can still play… Having said all that I just don’t think his back is up to playing in the NFL anymore. I hope the guy starts thinking about his post NFL career becasue I would hate for him to be crippled for the rest of his life.

With all the back surgeries he has had I just don’t think we could count on him if he is pressed into service.

by Late for Dinner on Jul 28, 2011 1:05 PM EDT up reply actions

I agree Late

This dude really gave his all but I think it’s pretty obvious he will never make it thru a 16 game season as a starter.
I heard his bro got released by Seattle.

by bgn1987 on Jul 28, 2011 1:23 PM EDT up reply actions

If Beatty can step up (and make big plays)

This could be a solid line.

Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I assure you, it's much more serious than that."

by Giants56 on Jul 28, 2011 12:05 PM EDT reply actions

Give Petrus a chance

If some one needs a break. He is gonna be a good one.

Why is Tom Quinn still here?

by costanza! on Jul 28, 2011 12:05 PM EDT reply actions

+1

Also a great option for 6th lineman, on running sets. He’s already shown us he’s got wheels

You down wit JPP?

by Flynner on Jul 28, 2011 1:40 PM EDT up reply actions

the lasting image of Mitch Petrus for as long as I live

will be Coughlin giving him the go ahead to get in the game, and him sprinting full speed onto the field…. that was classic man he looked like an 8 year old getting his first Pop Warner action

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions

+1

that was great!

by GMen56-11 on Jul 28, 2011 1:59 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions

Beatty

Let’s pray he stays healthy this season.

by TheGifford on Jul 28, 2011 12:05 PM EDT reply actions

The NFL Lockout

The greatest thing to happen to the Giants outside of consecutive loosing seasons…

All I can say is THANK GOD!

by Skii31 on Jul 28, 2011 12:06 PM EDT reply actions

consecutive

non playoff seasons last year we went 10-6 although it did feel like a losing season

by GMen56-11 on Jul 28, 2011 2:01 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions

the move inside could cost Diehl between $750,000 and $1.1 million, due to the structure of his contract

Does this move affect his cap status?

"Winning is the most important thing in my life, after breathing. Breathing first, winning next."

by Larry Soprano on Jul 28, 2011 12:06 PM EDT reply actions

the giants will save money on the cap from this

great move for the giants we get a LG, a LT, and we save cap room

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 12:16 PM EDT up reply actions

excited about the move

it almost looks like a plan is coming together.

I seriously need WOOF or something like that to keep up with all of this news.

I have not yet begun to procrastinate

by TheWenz on Jul 28, 2011 12:10 PM EDT reply actions

Petrus

Would love to see him a a capable center and guard backup. That would make Boothe expendable ( sorry, no fan of Boothe). Then if they keep 8 OL there is room to develop a tackle – Brewer? Diehl is the back up at LT and RT for now.

I’ve no strong opinion on Koets. Is he a keeper?

Bring lawyers, guns and money to get me out of this one! Stand in the Fire.

by MSP Giant on Jul 28, 2011 12:12 PM EDT reply actions

They just resigned Boothe, so he isn’t going anywhere. He’s relatively young, knows the system, and proved when called upon last year that he is more than capable.

Koets – see my explanation for Boothe above.

"Winning is the most important thing in my life, after breathing. Breathing first, winning next."

by Larry Soprano on Jul 28, 2011 12:18 PM EDT up reply actions

we disagree on Boothe

and a contract is only in force until they cut him

right now he and other vets are valuable because they know the playbook. Short training camp accelerates the learning curve for rookies and some will not be able to handle it. Can you say Sintim?

Bring lawyers, guns and money to get me out of this one! Stand in the Fire.

by MSP Giant on Jul 28, 2011 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions

I think they signed Booth for two years

doubt he’s going anywhere

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jul 28, 2011 2:36 PM EDT up reply actions

Koets is the cat meow

I may not be the most noble of men but in a town of lepers, im the one with the most fingers.

Sex is like math. Add the bed, Subtract the clothes, divide the legs ... And pray to god you don't multiply!!

by Troy O on Jul 28, 2011 12:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Beatty’s going to be the most sought after interview in camp.

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http://bloggingthebeast.com/ - NFC East

by JimmyK on Jul 28, 2011 12:12 PM EDT reply actions

are you gonna ask how old he is?

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jul 28, 2011 12:20 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs

Still working on getting credentials, but if so, yeah, maybe. Perhaps I’ll demand birth certificates from everyone. Did-ja-see what we’re the overwhelming rumors are to get in return for my boy Kobby?

http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/ - Eagles
http://bloggingthebeast.com/ - NFC East

by JimmyK on Jul 28, 2011 12:23 PM EDT up reply actions

Oof, bad grammatical fail.

http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/ - Eagles
http://bloggingthebeast.com/ - NFC East

by JimmyK on Jul 28, 2011 12:24 PM EDT up reply actions

don't worry, the fail's all on Arizona's end.

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jul 28, 2011 12:26 PM EDT up reply actions

DRC and a mid round pick

sounds like overpaying, but no one ever accuses the Cardinals of knowing how to build a team anyway.

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jul 28, 2011 12:25 PM EDT up reply actions

DRC + a mid-rounder is what I had in mind, but it’s looking more like DRC + a 2.

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http://bloggingthebeast.com/ - NFC East

by JimmyK on Jul 28, 2011 12:28 PM EDT up reply actions

lol

so..so dumb.

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jul 28, 2011 12:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Ask Donald Trump for some pointers

Self-praise is for losers. Be a winner. Stand for something. Always have class, and be humble.
-John Madden

by Willgfass on Jul 28, 2011 6:39 PM EDT up reply actions

That was funny

by brisulph on Jul 28, 2011 12:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Patricia Traina

reporting that Osi might be in camp

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 12:14 PM EDT reply actions

looks like

da’rell scott will be the first rookie signed

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 12:14 PM EDT reply actions

start from the last pick

and move foward… its how they have done it over the past few seasons

"Sack-Forced Fumble-TD against any QB in the history of the NFL.... honestly, It would probably be Eli because I see him in pratice and we can't touch him (laughs)" - Justin Tuck

by The Always Well Dressed... on Jul 28, 2011 12:20 PM EDT up reply actions

looks like actually everyone is getting signed today

prince and tyler sash deals almost done

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 12:40 PM EDT up reply actions

i'm at peace with that line.

by big blue born in philly on Jul 28, 2011 12:22 PM EDT reply actions

Corporate management all over the country

will be so happy when this week is over

by Oppenheimer919 on Jul 28, 2011 12:25 PM EDT reply actions

that is the truth

I have not yet begun to procrastinate

by TheWenz on Jul 28, 2011 12:28 PM EDT up reply actions

I approve of this shuffling

sigh...

by nywins42 on Jul 28, 2011 12:35 PM EDT reply actions

Goood, Good, Good

This move had to happen. Had to. Beatty’s in his 3rd year now, and if he’s every gonna be ready to take over at LT, now’s the time. On top of that, while Diehl obviously labored at LT, he’s a mauler inside and I think will return to a high level of play at guard like he did before the move. On top of that, the move saves the Giants a few bucks. Good, good, good.

by mtcl05 on Jul 28, 2011 12:39 PM EDT reply actions

Not too shabby at all

I like how this is shaping out. Really hoping either Seubert or Ohara come back with lesser contracts for depth purposes. both guys can still play at a high level, just need to get healthy.

by Plaxico Burress on Jul 28, 2011 12:40 PM EDT reply actions

will they

wanna come back and ride the bench? in the long run it’s a good move.

by GMen56-11 on Jul 28, 2011 2:11 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions

Tuck just tweeted Kiwi coming back

"Sometimes nothing can be a real cool hand."

by AJ_in_VA on Jul 28, 2011 12:50 PM EDT reply actions

Hells yes

Osi’s leverage just dropped….a lot.

There is no hope.... there is no future....there is only GRISSIONZ

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by Syler on Jul 28, 2011 12:51 PM EDT up reply actions

Osi Statement on Kiwi signing

Link

"Sometimes nothing can be a real cool hand."

by AJ_in_VA on Jul 28, 2011 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions

lol i actually thought he made a statement

well played

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions

nicely done

You down wit JPP?

by Flynner on Jul 28, 2011 1:54 PM EDT up reply actions

"KIWI IS RETURNING TO BIG BLUE. YES SIR."

1 minute ago via Justin Tuck’s twitter. This is outstanding news if you ask me

by The Blood of Eli on Jul 28, 2011 12:51 PM EDT reply actions

YES!!!

by GoffAttack on Jul 28, 2011 1:06 PM EDT up reply actions

YEAAAAAAH BOIIIIIIII

hope the contract ain’t too bad

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 12:53 PM EDT reply actions

Diehl wasn't great at LG but I think he will do the job

Looks like the OL won’t be as old and useless as some people thought it would be.

by mclaren_is_the_best on Jul 28, 2011 12:54 PM EDT reply actions

Guarded optimism

Overall I think the changes needed to be made, BUT if a line is going to be cohesive it needs time to gel. The line we had last year started out of the gate well because they know each other and play well together (years of experience TOGETHER). They faded last year due to health concerns. This years group lacks last year’s experience overall and has not played together before as a group. Add to that, the lack of an offseason and it might be a rough season, at least initially. I hope I’m totally wrong.

by nard100 on Jul 28, 2011 1:24 PM EDT reply actions