New York Giants Discussion - Page 271

Giantsfan1080 · 09-26-2012, 12:07 PM

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It's a big part of what I love so much about this team. We defy common sense at every opportunity.

No one could ever argue the Coughlin/Eli era hasn't kept us all on the edge of our seats. Up is down, down is up and so on. It's been entertaining for sure and has given us way too much time to waste on here.

Forenci · 09-26-2012, 02:18 PM

Sounds like Bradshaw is starting too? Sometimes Tom is too loyal to his veterans. Bradshaw is washed up. He's a solid back if you give him great blocking but we just don't have the offensive line for that. We need Wilson or Brown to make something happen. One cut and go. Bradshaw just runs into the backs of the offensive line and gets tackled.

Giantsfan1080 · 09-26-2012, 02:26 PM

I don't disagree at all but let's see what Bradshaw can do now that he knows his job is on the line.

NY+Giants=NYG · 09-26-2012, 04:19 PM

NFL Network Tonight: A football life
Tom Coughlin

BigBlueNorwegian · 09-26-2012, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Rosebud

I know you're new, but the giants beating the Eagles and Browns, but losing to the 9ers is the least likely way for us to get to 4-2.

Oh I know that, I just meant on paper, lol. I agree, the Giants tend to defy logic more often than not. But IDK, I think this years team will be a bit more predictable.

And on paper the Giants should be a better team than the Eagles. I have a feeling it will show on the field sunday night as well.

BigBlueNorwegian · 09-26-2012, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Forenci

Sounds like Bradshaw is starting too? Sometimes Tom is too loyal to his veterans. Bradshaw is washed up. He's a solid back if you give him great blocking but we just don't have the offensive line for that. We need Wilson or Brown to make something happen. One cut and go. Bradshaw just runs into the backs of the offensive line and gets tackled.

I want us to use Bradshaw as a third down back, with the occasional carry on early downs. He's still a great pass blocker, and an adequate pass-catcher.

Giantsfan1080 · 09-26-2012, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by NY+Giants=NYG

NFL Network Tonight: A football life
Tom Coughlin

That Madden voicemail was the tits.

NY+Giants=NYG · 09-26-2012, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Giantsfan1080

That Madden voicemail was the tits.

You never realize how much of an impact being a coach is on your family. I thought it was very insightful to hear how his rough years with us and fire coughlin, and the media/fans effected his family. Seeing his daughter cry was a powerful scene I thought.

Just to see his family life makes me respect him more. Also makes me respect his wife taking care of 4 kids. This has to be the best Giants related show.

Giantsfan1080 · 09-26-2012, 08:07 PM

I agree. That was excellent. Judy Coughlin who I've never even heard talk was just fantastic.

BigBlueNorwegian · 09-26-2012, 08:08 PM

It was a really good episode. After that hour I not only have deep respect for Coughlin the coach, but also Tom Coughlin the person. Looks to be a genuinely great guy, as well as a strong leader.

And I gained so much respect for Judy Coughlin. That's the sort of girl you marry. Strong, independent and loyal.

BaLLiN · 09-26-2012, 08:27 PM

i love when he says he is man enough to admit to them that he loves them. That 2011-2012 team felt like it was such a close team all around

NY+Giants=NYG · 09-26-2012, 08:28 PM

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That's the sort of girl you marry. Strong, independent and loyal.

That's the perfect thing. He really is a lucky guy to marry someone with those amazing qualities.

scottyboy · 09-26-2012, 11:03 PM

****, i missed it :(

bigbluedefense · 09-27-2012, 07:39 AM

It was good. Ray Lewis had the best one so far, but the Coughlin one was good.

I actually wanted them to go over his success in Jacksonville more. They didn't focus on that enough. Or his proven track record since his college days of being an upset coach.

Giantsfan1080 · 09-27-2012, 07:40 AM

I can't take Ray Lewis seriously so I turned it off. He's a murderer so I don't know how anyone can respect the guy. It actually bothers me Rice looks up to him so much.

I wish the Coughlin thing was 2 hours long.

bigbluedefense · 09-27-2012, 07:47 AM

Ouch.

I want to believe Ray. I really do. But I don't...

I'll say this about Ray. In life, we all make mistakes. Some of us make great mistakes. Mistakes that we can't take back. What you do after that mistake can help redeem some of your character. Not all of it, you can never bring those lives back, but if you truly feel guilt and remorse and do your best moving forward to try to be the best person you can be, then I can't fault you for trying.

I think Ray did it. And I think he realizes what a terrible mistake he made, and he's trying to live his life to make up for it. He'll never make up for it, but at the same time, I find myself not hating him for trying to correct his ways.

Giantsfan1080 · 09-27-2012, 07:52 AM

That's fair BBD. He hasn't been in any kind of trouble since so I think you're right that he definitely learned from that night. It's just the preachiness that gets to me.

Forenci · 09-27-2012, 11:15 AM

I was always confused by the Ray Lewis thing. Was he accused of actually murdering someone, or was he just involved with it somehow? I thought it was he covered it up for someone or something.

Jughead10 · 09-27-2012, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Forenci

I was always confused by the Ray Lewis thing. Was he accused of actually murdering someone, or was he just involved with it somehow? I thought it was he covered it up for someone or something.

He was never accused of doing the murdering himself. But he was committed I believe on obstruction of justice in attempting to either confuse police or cover it up. He was definitely there when it went down.

Giantsfan1080 · 09-27-2012, 11:57 AM

No Hosley and Rivers today which isn't a surprise. Rolle didn't practice either though so that's not a good sign. Nicks and Bradshaw back to full.

NY+Giants=NYG · 09-28-2012, 10:14 AM

What's wrong with Rivers? Hamstring injury?

BigBlueNorwegian · 09-28-2012, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by NY+Giants=NYG

What's wrong with Rivers? Hamstring injury?

correct. (10char)

NY+Giants=NYG · 09-28-2012, 10:25 AM

Damn, I hate those injuries. It seems the defense gets those in bulk. Rivers is the guy that needs to prove he can stay healthy in the NFL.

bigbluedefense · 09-28-2012, 10:56 AM

I've long held the belief that we don't stretch enough as a team. That's why we have so many muscle pulls/tears.

If you don't stretch thoroughly, you also jeopardize your ligaments.

Jughead10 · 09-28-2012, 11:03 AM

I think we believe that injuries are arbitrary and we ignore the past. Some guys are just injury prone, there is no denying that. And other guys are just made of steel and never get hurt.