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New York Giants’ Aaron Curry: “I Can Be an Impact Linebacker on This Defense”
May 17th, 2013 at 9:00 AM
The linebacker position is one that has had a lot of legendary players come through and play at a high level for the New York Giants. Sam Huff, Lawrence Taylor, Harry Carson, Carl Banks and Jesse Armstead just to name a few. In 2013, Aaron Curry is looking to make...

New York Giants Finalize OLB Aaron Curry’s Deal: One-Year, $780K
May 16th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
Aaron Curry's deal with the New York Giants has become official and finalized, as the details of the contract have been released. And per NFLPA records, his contract is a one-year deal worth $780,000. His base salary is for $715,000, plus he will earn a $50,000 roster bonus, as well...

ESPN’s Football Outsiders Lists Linebacker as “Red Flag” for New York Giants
May 14th, 2013 at 8:30 AM
From the time the 2012 season ended, to the start of free agency, through the 2013 NFL Draft and heading into the start of team camps, the New York Giants' linebackers and their depth has been widely discussed. On Monday, ESPN's Football Outsiders broke down the NFC East and the "red...

How Does Aaron Curry Fit with the New York Giants?
May 13th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
New York Giants General Manager Jerry Reese has pulled off another of his signature low risk, high reward signings. This time it comes by way of former fourth overall pick, linebacker Aaron Curry. The big question becomes, how does Curry fit in with with the Giants' plans at linebacker? ***PHOTO1*** Drafted by...

New York Giants’ Jerry Reese on Aaron Curry: “It was a Low-Risk Signing”
May 11th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
On Friday afternoon, former first-round draft pick Aaron Curry came to an agreement to sign with the New York Giants on a one-year deal. And it was Curry who broke the news himself on his Twitter page with a very enthusiastic message to all of his fans and viewers, revealing...

New York Giants Sign Former Seattle Seahawks, Oakland Raiders OLB Aaron Curry
May 10th, 2013 at 4:11 PM
Aaron Curry has found a new home for 2013, as he will officially sign with the New York Giants. The 27-year-old outside linebacker posted the update on his Twitter account that he has in fact signed and excited to join the Giants. "EXCITED TO BE A GIANT!!!" he tweeted. No official word...

Why Aaron Curry Could Make Sense for the New York Giants Defense
May 7th, 2013 at 7:00 AM
On Monday night, it was reported that the New York Giants have turned their attentions to a former first-round pick looking for a second chance in the NFL -- linebacker Aaron Curry. Four years ago, Curry was viewed as a can't-miss draft pick, as the Seattle Seahawks used their number four...

Former Seattle Seahawks, Oakland Raiders OLB Aaron Curry to Visit New York Giants
May 6th, 2013 at 8:19 PM
The New York Giants search for linebackers continues, as a new name has emerged as an interest. Ralph Vacchiano of the New York Daily News has reported that Aaron Curry will be in town for a visit with the Giants. Curry is a former first-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks back...

Can Dan Connor Be the Man in the Middle for the New York Giants?
May 6th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
Although the New York Giants' linebacker search may continue beyond this week, they've added another name to the mix today, signing linebacker Dan Connor to a one-year deal. Depth at linebacker for the New York Giants has been a widely discussed topic in recent weeks and months. Currently, Big Blue has...

Did News of Michael Boley’s Arrest Cost Chance at Reunion with New York Giants?
May 3rd, 2013 at 12:23 PM
Not too long ago, there were whispers of the New York Giants bringing back Michael Boley into the fold for 2013. He was the first of several player cuts back in early February, the Giants were considering bringing back their veteran outside linebacker for a reunion and second tour with...

New York Giants Defensive Line Poised to Return to Form in 2013
May 3rd, 2013 at 10:07 AM
***PHOTO1*** After storming through the NFC and winning their second Lombardi Trophy in five seasons, the New York Giants failed to make the playoffs in 2012 with a team that arguably possessed more talent than the one that took home Super Bowl XLVII. Although there are a number of factors...

New York Giants: Continuing Speculation of Addressing Linebacker Situation
April 30th, 2013 at 10:15 AM
We've all had a chance to let the results of the 2013 NFL Draft settle in just like we would after a game on the weekend. And when we look at what what took place this past weekend at Radio City Music Hall in New York, it was quite the...

Big Things Expected from New York Giants Third-Round Selection Damontre Moore
April 28th, 2013 at 10:30 AM
The New York Giants found great value in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft, snagging Texas A&M defensive end Damontre Moore. After selecting defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins from Ohio State, then Moore in the third, the Giants showed they were devoted to bolstering their defensive line after a...

New York Giants’ Tom Coughlin on LB Situation: “There Will Be Other Looks Before Camp”
April 28th, 2013 at 8:30 AM
Heading into the 2013 NFL Draft, many experts anticipated the New York Giants would look to add a linebacker. Whether it was outside linebacker or inside linebacker, the Giants needed to make a serious consideration to drafting some of them. When the draft was over however, Big Blue did not...

Green Bay Packers Put MLB Desmond Bishop on Trade Block; Should New York Giants Inquire?
April 28th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
The 2013 NFL Draft has come and gone, and we saw New York Giants General Manager Jerry Reese make improvements to the defense, as well as the offensive line. But one area that he didn't look to make a move at is middle linebacker, something the team still needs to...

2013 NFL Draft: Notre Dame LB Manti Te’o Becoming a Strong First-Round Candidate for New York Giants
April 22nd, 2013 at 4:26 PM
***PHOTO1*** Manti Te'o is a name we are all familiar with. Ever since the whole catfish/fake girlfriend story, the former Notre Dame linebacker has been all over the news and has been a subject of many debates. For New York Giants fans, the debate has been whether or not to take...

New York Giants’ Mathias Kiwanuka Has Heart Set on Playing DE; Likely to Remain in “Joker” Role
April 22nd, 2013 at 8:30 AM
***PHOTO1*** Mathias Kiwanuka was drafted to play defensive end for the New York Giants and that's exactly what he wants to do. In fact, fellow defensive lineman Justin Tuck said last week that Kiwi has his "heart set" on filling that role. “I hope he’s a D-end. I think that’s the...

New York Giants 2013 NFL Draft Profile: Iowa State LB A.J. Klein
April 19th, 2013 at 12:30 PM
The NFL is an ever-evolving entity that constantly finds new, innovative methods to electrify fans and drive up interest in the game. Last season, it was Robert Griffin III, Russell Wilson and Colin Kaepernick and the addition of the read-option offense. In 2013, we will learn how defenses have evolved...

Cullen Jenkins “Felt Wanted” by New York Giants; Dan Connor Feels Like a “Traitor” to Dallas Cowboys
April 19th, 2013 at 8:30 AM
There's something about being a member of the New York Giants. Every newly signed free agent says it, but none of them can ever really put their finger on it. Such was the case for former Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Cullen Jenkins, who was signed by Big Blue earlier in...

Justin Tuck Would Serve as Mentor for Notre Dame LB Manti Te’o If Drafted by New York Giants
April 13th, 2013 at 3:02 PM
When you ask a lot of New York Giants fans about Manti Te'o, you get a 50-50 response. Some fans feel that the New York Giants should stay away from the former Notre Dame linebacker in the 2013 NFL Draft. On the other side, fans think Te'o is worth the...