Feeling confident!

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As the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants( still sounds good, doesn't it??)  wrap up  their rookie camp, I look at this team and feel very confident heading into next season.

Now that we know what the team will look like (with the possible exceptions of Michael Strahan and Jeremy Shockey, though I personally expect both to be back),  I went  over the roster to find any  glaring holes. Last season they  said we were weak in the secondary; Kenny Phillips, Terrill Thomas and the emergence of Corey Webster and Aaron Ross solve that issue.I like our secondary.

It was said we need a game breaker at receiver to take some pressure off Plexico Burress. I think Mario Manningham fits the bill. Also, I am anxious to see what Steve Smith can do with one year experience under his belt, he was very impressive during the Super Bowl run.   Not to mention that Plexico  played  through injuries all season and figures to come back healthy. I like our receivers.

The rest of the team is very solid. The offensive line will be back in tact and they are clearly one of the best units in the NFL...(although, I would feel better  with more depth there). The running game  is stacked  with  Brandon  Jacobs, Ahmed  Bradshaw, Rueben Droughns and Derrick Ward. We have quality at tight end with Shockey and Kevin Boss. We have a Super Bowl MVP in Eli Manning, and on defense, we still have the leagues best pass rush.

Lets get the season started!

Comments

[glenn warciski]

If the Giants are going to repeat as champions, I think the following has to happen:

1. limited amount of injuries
2. Eli Manning playing well in each game.
3. Improve on special teams. Guys like Kehl, Goff, Thomas, and Phillips will help on coverage.
I think this is a weak area. Remember in Super Bowl XLII, we allowed Maroney to get a big kickoff return.
4. Improve on pass coverage. If we do not put pressure on a passer, we do not have guys in the right places on coverage.

I agree with you on Strahan. I do not think Shockey will be back. Giant players are using terms like "I hope". I decode their statements as Shockey does not want to be in a Giants uniform.

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[Butt Pirate]

The Giants break out receiver will be David Tyree. I mean after "the catch", how can he go wrong. Or will Tyree become the next Timmy Smith, remember him? I barely do! As far as Strahan and Shockey, I expect neither to be back. How long until training camp?