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GM Jerry Reese: New York Giants ‘looking to improve every position’

densant — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 21:33:37 +0000

Updated: February 26, 2011, 4:26 PM ET

By Ohm Youngmisuk
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INDIANAPOLIS — Jerry Reese didn’t divulge much when it comes to his plans for the draft.

But the New York Giants general manager did sound like a man who is looking for a linebacker.

Reese described the play of his linebackers as “OK” this past season. Linebacker Keith Bulluck’s contract is up and the team needs more speed and athleticism at linebacker.

As for Jonathan Goff, who finished his first season as the starter at middle linebacker, Reese said he would like to see improvement this season.

“Jon did OK,” Reese said of Goff, who finished with 80 combined tackles and one sack. “I think he can play better. I think we can get better production from that position, but all things considered, a first-year starter, Jon did well.”

Reese also will be looking at offensive linemen in the draft. Giants coach Tom Coughlin said on Friday that center is an area of concern with Shaun O’Hara (foot), Rich Seubert (kneecap) and Adam Koets (ACL) all recovering from surgeries.

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When the Giants pick at No. 19 in the first round, plenty of offensive linemen, mostly tackles, should be available, according to prognosticators.

With so many injuries to his offensive line and age creeping up on the starters, Reese may look hard at taking an offensive lineman. With a potential lockout complicating what teams will be able to do in free agency, the Giants may have to cover themselves in this draft.

“Obviously, our top three guys coming off surgery, I understand they’re on the mend and on the way back,” Reese said of his three injured centers. “A couple pretty catastrophic injuries at that position, so center, we’re always looking to improve every position.”

The general manager said he wants to add speed and he has needs at linebacker, offensive line, cornerback, safety and tight end.

The Giants also could add another running back with Ahmad Bradshaw’s contract expiring. Bradshaw has been told that he will be a priority as the team wants to bring him back, and it would be surprising if Bradshaw doesn’t return. But the team’s starting running back did wonder if the Giants can afford to keep him and Brandon Jacobs.

Jacobs is slated to earn $4.65 million in 2011 and $4.9 million in 2012.

“We’ll see, time will tell,” said Reese. “We’ll see after we have more information about everything, we will see how that plays out.”

When asked about defensive tackle Barry Cofield, whose contract is also up, Reese said the team is “in a little bit of a holding pattern.” Reese has said he likely will wait for a new collective bargaining agreement to be reached before dealing with free agents.

Reese was asked about Plaxico Burress again, and he reiterated that he will investigate bringing Burress back as he does with all free-agent situations.

But Coughlin said there hasn’t been much discussion about the former Giants receiver, who is expected to be released from prison in June. He is serving a two-year sentence on weapons charges after shooting himself in the leg at a New York nightclub in November 2008.

“Right now that’s really nothing to talk about,” Reese said. “His situation is what it is until that changes. If that changes, we’ll investigate that.”

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Giants WR Nicks questionable, DE Tuck probable vs. Cowboys

lonelyforever — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 21:29:04 +0000

Wide receiver Hakeem Nicks is listed as questionable on the New York Giants’ final injury report before Monday night’s matchup with the Dallas Cowboys, according to the Newark Star-Ledger.

That’s all the news for today.

Giants won’t look past NFC East showdown vs. ‘dangerous’ Cowboys

speedcity — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 01:05:41 +0000

Throw out the fact that the Dallas Cowboys own the worst record in the NFC East, occupying the basement with a 1-4 record.

Running low on time today, i’ll be back tomorrow hopefully with some more news.

Giants K Tynes questionable for Sunday after spraining ankle

funnydivorcing — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 20:43:49 +0000

A sprained plant-foot ankle incurred Friday during practice could keep Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes out of the lineup Sunday against the Detroit Lions and force a late roster addition.

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Lions will try to snap 23-game road losing skid vs. Giants

newfashionclothing — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 04:36:00 +0000

Two dominating defensive efforts have helped the New York Giants bounce back from a pair of losses. Facing the surprisingly offensive-minded Detroit Lions, the Giants might need another strong performance on the defensive side of the ball.

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Kiwanuka closer to return; O’Hara should be back Thursday

Towguy — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 21:57:00 +0000

After back-to-back impressive wins, the New York Giants have more reason to be optimistic with defensive end Mathias Kiwanuka participating in individual drills.

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Nicks scores twice, Giants hold Texans to franchise-low 24 rush yards in win

nohemoroynot — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:45:00 +0000

Giants 34, Texans 10

There is the quick update of the day.

Giants safety Phillips, RB Bradshaw questionable vs. Texans

Oriegefloorce — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:06:00 +0000

With Kenny Phillips’ status likely a game-time decision for the New York Giants, rookie Brian Jackson could see playing time at safety against the Houston Texans just one week after being elevated from the practice squad.

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Injuries to O’Hara, Koets leave Giants’ O-line in flux

debtmanguy — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:25:00 +0000

Less than one week after getting their running game going, the New York Giants’ offensive line is suddenly in flux.

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Giants’ Umenyiora questionable, Kiwanuka out vs. Bears

NIdkaoasmz — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:31:00 +0000

New York Giants defensive lineman Mathias Kiwanuka is going to be sidelined indefinitely with a bulging disc in his neck.

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Manningham returns to Giants practice after concussion

slinnaFag — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 21:25:00 +0000

New York Giants receiver Mario Manningham returned to practiced on Thursday, just days after suffering a concussion.

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Injuries might sideline Giants’ O’Hara longer than expected

Assinunda — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 19:04:00 +0000

Three New York Giants starters did not practice Wednesday: center Shaun O’Hara, linebacker Keith Bulluck and wide receiver Mario Manningham.

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Titans’ Fisher differs with Bulluck on reasons LB went to Giants

Adhersemete — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 02:05:00 +0000

New York Giants linebacker Keith Bulluck sees Sunday as his first game this season.

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Tennessee look to retain undefeated mark against Giants

Ipetoxsed — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:13:00 +0000

The Titans are 4-0 against the Giants since the franchise moved to Tennessee, and Young will lead them into the New Meadowlands Stadium on Sunday as he looks to bounce back from a rough performance.

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NY Giants’ Bulluck ready to face former team

Awaibrawl — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:30:25 +0000

New York Giants linebacker Keith Bulluck sees Sunday as his first game this season. It’s Week 3 in the NFL, but Sunday brings a visit from the Tennessee Titans, the franchise that drafted Bulluck in 2000 and didn’t want him back after he tore his left anterior cruciate ligament last December.

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