Giants hang on for win in Philly
By Dr. Bill Chachkes-Managing Partner Football Reporters Online
There is no doubt in my mind that the New York Giants left everything they had on Lincoln Financial Field tonight. Could it have gone any better for Coach Tom Coughlin and the Big Blue? It could have, but they will take the 36-31 win on the road to raise their record tom 8-1.
Just as the Giants fought hard tonight, so did the Eagles. After Eli Manning threw an early interception, Desean Jackson scored the opening points of the game on a direct snap and 11 yard rush to the pylon. However, New York scored the next 17 points to carry a 10 point lead into the second quarter. Most of the first half was a pitched battle between the two teams defenses. After Philly scored off another Giants turnover (a fumble by Brandon Jacobs), New York got another score to end the first half on the second of John Carney’s 3 Field Goals, bringing the half to a close at 20-17.
Both teams got tougher on defense in the third quarter, trading TD’s to bring the score to 27-24, but you could sense that something was going to give on way or another. After the Giants stretched the lead back to 6 with Carney’s third field goal, the Giants forced the Eagles into a 3 and out. On the ensuing Punt return Dominik Hixon took it to The Yard for a 73 yard TD, but due to a holding penalty, the score was nullified. With the Giants starting the the Philly 40 yard line, they were still in a good position to get a score, and they did just under 3 minutes later with the Brandon Jacobs TD. With the score at 36-24 The Eagles drove down the field one more time to score and close the gap to 36-31, but a final drive would be stopped by a Giants defense that has given up little this season.
Held in check for most of the night again, Plaxico Burress managed only one catch for a 17 Yard TD early in the Game. Kevin Boss had 6 catches for 69 yards and a TD, and Armani Toomer had 5 catches for 53 yards. Jacobs was the big offensive star for New York, with 22 carries for 126 yards and 2 TD’s. The Giants face the Baltimore Ravens next, a team which always seems to Give NY fits. Yet, the Saga continues….
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Sunday, November 9, 2008
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Wednesday, November 5, 2008
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Giants Handle Cowboys-almost have clear shot at division title
Giants Handle Cowboys-almost have clear shot at division title
By Dr. Bill Chachkes-Managing Partner Football Reporters Online
The New York Giants could have had the collapse of the decade. They could have fell apart. They could have played down to their competition as they did against the Browns, Bengals, and countless other teams over the years. Instead they came out and played “their game” against Dallas yesterday in the meadowlands. They established the run early, and although they had a few turnovers, and a few penalties more then normal, but in the end they finished the game up on the Cowboys by 21 points. They also moved to a 7-1 record, a half game ahead of all other challengers thus far in the NFC.
The Giants formula for success thus far has been a continuation of what they did late last season. Play solid defense, and establish the running game to open up the passing lanes. It doesn’t hurt that the kicking game has been so good over the last few years, with Jeff Feagles as the Punter and first Lawrence Tynes, and now John Carney placekicking. The Offense hasn’t been this good since the 60’s when Y.A. Tittle had Gifford, Shofner, Rote, and Morrison to throw to. While there are plenty of Current Giants to throw to, it’s the Earth (Brandon Jacobs) Wind ,(Derrick Ward), and Fire (Amahd Bradshaw) to run the ball that is the difference in this team since late last season.
But who is this 2008 Giants team really? Do they have what it takes to win the division, conference, and get back to the Super Bowl let alone win it for the second year in a row? Lots of obstacles stand in their way. First, there is the Eagles, who just refuse to die at 5-3, even though they are 0-2 in the division. Then, trailing close behind the Giants is Washington, who is 6-2, the only difference is the opening night loss to the Giants. Even Dallas, who just lost to NY yesterday, is still only 5-4 and coming up on their bye week. Carolina & Tampa in the South (6-2 & 6-3 respectively), Chicago in the North (at 5-3), and Arizona in the west,(also 5-3) are all competitive as well. Even Atlanta is 5-3, but like Dallas is 0-2 in their division.
If the Giants fall into a late season slump like they did in 2005’s playoffs or in the second half of the 2006 regular season, then you will hear the cry for Couglin’s head again. People are starting to claim that the Giants are the team to beat. I say I’m glad they aren’t letting the press clippings get to them. They almost blew it big time against The Bengals, and had a meltdown against the Browns. Now comes the big Sunday night match up with the Eagles. They will have to prove that they are the team to beat again.
By Dr. Bill Chachkes-Managing Partner Football Reporters Online
The New York Giants could have had the collapse of the decade. They could have fell apart. They could have played down to their competition as they did against the Browns, Bengals, and countless other teams over the years. Instead they came out and played “their game” against Dallas yesterday in the meadowlands. They established the run early, and although they had a few turnovers, and a few penalties more then normal, but in the end they finished the game up on the Cowboys by 21 points. They also moved to a 7-1 record, a half game ahead of all other challengers thus far in the NFC.
The Giants formula for success thus far has been a continuation of what they did late last season. Play solid defense, and establish the running game to open up the passing lanes. It doesn’t hurt that the kicking game has been so good over the last few years, with Jeff Feagles as the Punter and first Lawrence Tynes, and now John Carney placekicking. The Offense hasn’t been this good since the 60’s when Y.A. Tittle had Gifford, Shofner, Rote, and Morrison to throw to. While there are plenty of Current Giants to throw to, it’s the Earth (Brandon Jacobs) Wind ,(Derrick Ward), and Fire (Amahd Bradshaw) to run the ball that is the difference in this team since late last season.
But who is this 2008 Giants team really? Do they have what it takes to win the division, conference, and get back to the Super Bowl let alone win it for the second year in a row? Lots of obstacles stand in their way. First, there is the Eagles, who just refuse to die at 5-3, even though they are 0-2 in the division. Then, trailing close behind the Giants is Washington, who is 6-2, the only difference is the opening night loss to the Giants. Even Dallas, who just lost to NY yesterday, is still only 5-4 and coming up on their bye week. Carolina & Tampa in the South (6-2 & 6-3 respectively), Chicago in the North (at 5-3), and Arizona in the west,(also 5-3) are all competitive as well. Even Atlanta is 5-3, but like Dallas is 0-2 in their division.
If the Giants fall into a late season slump like they did in 2005’s playoffs or in the second half of the 2006 regular season, then you will hear the cry for Couglin’s head again. People are starting to claim that the Giants are the team to beat. I say I’m glad they aren’t letting the press clippings get to them. They almost blew it big time against The Bengals, and had a meltdown against the Browns. Now comes the big Sunday night match up with the Eagles. They will have to prove that they are the team to beat again.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
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Eagles WR Jackson Learns the Hard Way
Eagles WR Jackson Learns the Hard Way
September 16, 2008
By Slavica Milosevska for Football Reporters Online
Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver DeSean Jackson made what was probably one of the “most stupidest” moves in the NFL against the Dallas Cowboys last night, however it was not the move that ultimately cost them the game 41-37.
In the second quarter, Jackson would have scored a touchdown after a completion by Donovan McNabb but arrogantly threw the ball back before actually crossing the goal line as if he just made points. The play was challenged by the Cowboys, and it was ruled a dead ball. The Eagles retained possession starting from the 2-yard line from which Brian Westbrook subsequently scored.
“I felt when I caught the ball, it was a deep pass and thought I was in the end zone,” stated Jackson. “But I learned from that and just keep going. The biggest thing was Westbrook got in there and scored for us. It wasn’t like it was a turnover or anything like that, but definitely, I learned from it. It was just one of those things, I was overexcited, just young and trying to have fun is the biggest thing. I’m kind of mad at myself because I could have had a touchdown, but I just kept playing.”
Despite Jackson's poor decision, he is the second player in NFL history to record more than 100 receiving yards in this very first two games. Don Looney accomplished this 68 years ago and was also an Eagle. Jackson has six catches for 110 yards under his belt.
September 16, 2008
By Slavica Milosevska for Football Reporters Online
Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver DeSean Jackson made what was probably one of the “most stupidest” moves in the NFL against the Dallas Cowboys last night, however it was not the move that ultimately cost them the game 41-37.
In the second quarter, Jackson would have scored a touchdown after a completion by Donovan McNabb but arrogantly threw the ball back before actually crossing the goal line as if he just made points. The play was challenged by the Cowboys, and it was ruled a dead ball. The Eagles retained possession starting from the 2-yard line from which Brian Westbrook subsequently scored.
“I felt when I caught the ball, it was a deep pass and thought I was in the end zone,” stated Jackson. “But I learned from that and just keep going. The biggest thing was Westbrook got in there and scored for us. It wasn’t like it was a turnover or anything like that, but definitely, I learned from it. It was just one of those things, I was overexcited, just young and trying to have fun is the biggest thing. I’m kind of mad at myself because I could have had a touchdown, but I just kept playing.”
Despite Jackson's poor decision, he is the second player in NFL history to record more than 100 receiving yards in this very first two games. Don Looney accomplished this 68 years ago and was also an Eagle. Jackson has six catches for 110 yards under his belt.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
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Donovan McNabb Works out Early??
Monday was a really big day for Eagles fans, and a Bigger one for their "embattled" starting QB Donovan McNabb.
After individual drills, it was expected that McNabb would return to the trainers table.
Surprise surprise! There is Old #5 in a red practice jersey taking snaps from center and moving around on the knee a bit. Seems the doctors felt he was further along then expected, and even though his status is still "Day to Day" for the rest of the Mandatory Mini Camp, Donovan wanted the shot to see how his knee and leg felt. " It was good to get back out there with the guys" Donovan said. "It's just part of the rehab process." After he took about 20 snaps, he headed back inside to the ice tub. McNabb worked very hard this off season after another disapointing injury ended his season early for the third out of five seasons.
It looks as if McNabb will be ready to go at 100% when the Eagles open their training camp on July 27th. Not that we are really looking that far ahead to training camp already, are we? Of course we are! We all Know for the Eagles to be a success in the NFC East, they need McNabb at 110%. He may still be a bit stung by the drafting of Kevin Kolb with the 4th pick in round two. He has also spent the off season trying to repair his image. He hired a former Eagles PR staffer to be his Public Relations person, and has given several one on one interviews away from the Eagles complex in recent weeks.
Is it possible that McNabb might have rediscovered himself? Let's see what happens between now and laborday. Someone once told me that the term "Chicken Legs" was used to refer to players who had multiple lower extremity injuries, as if to say they are brittle. Hopefully that isn't Donovan's problem
After individual drills, it was expected that McNabb would return to the trainers table.
Surprise surprise! There is Old #5 in a red practice jersey taking snaps from center and moving around on the knee a bit. Seems the doctors felt he was further along then expected, and even though his status is still "Day to Day" for the rest of the Mandatory Mini Camp, Donovan wanted the shot to see how his knee and leg felt. " It was good to get back out there with the guys" Donovan said. "It's just part of the rehab process." After he took about 20 snaps, he headed back inside to the ice tub. McNabb worked very hard this off season after another disapointing injury ended his season early for the third out of five seasons.
It looks as if McNabb will be ready to go at 100% when the Eagles open their training camp on July 27th. Not that we are really looking that far ahead to training camp already, are we? Of course we are! We all Know for the Eagles to be a success in the NFC East, they need McNabb at 110%. He may still be a bit stung by the drafting of Kevin Kolb with the 4th pick in round two. He has also spent the off season trying to repair his image. He hired a former Eagles PR staffer to be his Public Relations person, and has given several one on one interviews away from the Eagles complex in recent weeks.
Is it possible that McNabb might have rediscovered himself? Let's see what happens between now and laborday. Someone once told me that the term "Chicken Legs" was used to refer to players who had multiple lower extremity injuries, as if to say they are brittle. Hopefully that isn't Donovan's problem
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
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McNabb breaks silence on Eagles draft
McNabb breaks silence on Eagles draft
By ROB MAADDI, AP Sports Writer
PHILADELPHIA - Donovan McNabb had the same reaction most fans had when the Philadelphia Eagles selected quarterback Kevin Kolb with their first pick in last month's NFL draft. "It was shocking," McNabb said Tuesday in an interview on WIP-AM radio.
Speaking publicly for the first time since the draft on April 28-29, McNabb downplayed the perception he's upset the Eagles selected his eventual successor.
The five-time Pro Bowl quarterback also said his rehab is going well following surgery for a torn knee ligament and he expects to play in the preseason.
"When you draft somebody at the position you're in, of course you have questions of 'What does that mean?'" McNabb said. "The most important thing for me is to make sure I'm healthy and 100 percent and get back out there competing and do the right thing on the field."
McNabb met with coach Andy Reid soon after the draft, but wouldn't reveal details of their conversation. He doesn't have to worry about his starting job, especially since backup Jeff Garcia signed with Tampa Bay after leading the Eagles to the NFC East title and a playoff victory last season.
"If I'm healthy, it's my job," said McNabb, who sustained a season-ending knee injury in Week 11 last season.
The 30-year-old McNabb has led the Eagles to four NFC championship games and a Super Bowl loss in eight seasons in Philadelphia. He's finished the regular season on the sidelines three of the past five years.
"I don't think I'm close to the end of my career," McNabb said. "People say when you hit 30, it goes down hill. I think it gets better after that. It's unfortunate I've been hurt the last few years, but things happen."
The Eagles traded out of the first round and chose Kolb in the second round with the 36th overall pick. Kolb threw for 12,964 yards, 85 touchdowns and 31 interceptions in four years at Houston. He passed for 3,808 yards, 30 TDs and only four picks last season.
"I think Kevin Kolb is going to do an excellent job for us," McNabb said. "I'm going to try and help him as much as I can. I'm sure he's going to do great. I look forward to working with him this weekend."
The Eagles open their first minicamp on Friday. McNabb won't participate in practices, but will be working out at the practice facility. He said he isn't sure if he'll play in the preseason opener on Aug. 13, but expects to be ready for the second or third game.
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Really Donovan?? your worried about Kevin Kolb?? You should be having NO Trouble sleeping at All!!!
By ROB MAADDI, AP Sports Writer
PHILADELPHIA - Donovan McNabb had the same reaction most fans had when the Philadelphia Eagles selected quarterback Kevin Kolb with their first pick in last month's NFL draft. "It was shocking," McNabb said Tuesday in an interview on WIP-AM radio.
Speaking publicly for the first time since the draft on April 28-29, McNabb downplayed the perception he's upset the Eagles selected his eventual successor.
The five-time Pro Bowl quarterback also said his rehab is going well following surgery for a torn knee ligament and he expects to play in the preseason.
"When you draft somebody at the position you're in, of course you have questions of 'What does that mean?'" McNabb said. "The most important thing for me is to make sure I'm healthy and 100 percent and get back out there competing and do the right thing on the field."
McNabb met with coach Andy Reid soon after the draft, but wouldn't reveal details of their conversation. He doesn't have to worry about his starting job, especially since backup Jeff Garcia signed with Tampa Bay after leading the Eagles to the NFC East title and a playoff victory last season.
"If I'm healthy, it's my job," said McNabb, who sustained a season-ending knee injury in Week 11 last season.
The 30-year-old McNabb has led the Eagles to four NFC championship games and a Super Bowl loss in eight seasons in Philadelphia. He's finished the regular season on the sidelines three of the past five years.
"I don't think I'm close to the end of my career," McNabb said. "People say when you hit 30, it goes down hill. I think it gets better after that. It's unfortunate I've been hurt the last few years, but things happen."
The Eagles traded out of the first round and chose Kolb in the second round with the 36th overall pick. Kolb threw for 12,964 yards, 85 touchdowns and 31 interceptions in four years at Houston. He passed for 3,808 yards, 30 TDs and only four picks last season.
"I think Kevin Kolb is going to do an excellent job for us," McNabb said. "I'm going to try and help him as much as I can. I'm sure he's going to do great. I look forward to working with him this weekend."
The Eagles open their first minicamp on Friday. McNabb won't participate in practices, but will be working out at the practice facility. He said he isn't sure if he'll play in the preseason opener on Aug. 13, but expects to be ready for the second or third game.
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Really Donovan?? your worried about Kevin Kolb?? You should be having NO Trouble sleeping at All!!!
