Archive for June 2009

Strahan Signed Giants

Michael Strahan Giants HOF autographed signed football
Michael Strahan Giants HOF autographed signed football $29.00
Time Remaining: 16h 42m
Buy It Now for only: $150.00
Autographed Michael Strahan New York Giants youth large jersey 57K
Autographed Michael Strahan New York Giants youth large jersey 57K $70.00
Time Remaining: 23d 11h 29m
Buy It Now for only: $70.00
08 Authentic Giants Michael Strahan jersey SIGNED RBK Autographed Super Bowl 42
08 Authentic Giants Michael Strahan jersey SIGNED RBK Autographed Super Bowl 42 $592.00
Time Remaining: 24d 18h 13m
Buy It Now for only: $592.00
Michael Strahan SIGNED Giants F S Helmet +SB XLII Champion PSA DNA AUTOGRAPHED
Michael Strahan SIGNED Giants F S Helmet +SB XLII Champion PSA DNA AUTOGRAPHED $285.00
Time Remaining: 7d 21h 16m
Buy It Now for only: $285.00
ELI MANNING MICHAEL STRAHAN NEW YORK GIANTS DUAL SIGNED NY TIMES SUPER BOWL
ELI MANNING  MICHAEL STRAHAN NEW YORK GIANTS DUAL SIGNED NY TIMES SUPER BOWL $324.99
Time Remaining: 20d 22h 56m
Buy It Now for only: $324.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NY GIANTS MINI HELMIT W COA
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NY GIANTS MINI HELMIT W COA $49.99 (1 Bid)
Time Remaining: 23h 24m
MICHAEL STRAHAN GIANTS SIGNED AUTO 8X10 PHOTO
MICHAEL STRAHAN GIANTS SIGNED AUTO 8X10 PHOTO $48.00
Time Remaining: 23d 12h 39m
Buy It Now for only: $48.00
2007 Giants Super Bowl Champs 32x Team Signed 16x20 Photo JSA Manning Strahan +
2007 Giants Super Bowl Champs 32x Team Signed 16x20 Photo JSA Manning Strahan + $599.99
Time Remaining: 21d 18h 1m
Buy It Now for only: $599.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED NY GIANTS MINI HELMET SB XLII
MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED NY GIANTS MINI HELMET  SB XLII $159.99
Time Remaining: 24d 13h 37m
Buy It Now for only: $159.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED GIANTS FULLSIZE HELEM JSA
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED GIANTS FULLSIZE HELEM JSA $174.99
Time Remaining: 21d 20h 40m
Buy It Now for only: $174.99
Michael Strahan Signed Giants Football
Michael Strahan Signed Giants Football $200.00
Time Remaining: 3d 23h 22m
Buy It Now for only: $224.99
Osi Umenyiora Michael Strahan Justin Tuck Signed New York Giants Framed SB Photo
Osi Umenyiora Michael Strahan Justin Tuck Signed New York Giants Framed SB Photo $295.00
Time Remaining: 27d 15h 33m
Buy It Now for only: $295.00
New York Giants NFL Signed Jersey Strahan Elias NWT
New York Giants NFL Signed Jersey Strahan Elias NWT $69.99
Time Remaining: 17d 23h 7m
Buy It Now for only: $69.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED NEW YORK GIANTS MINI HELMET
MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED NEW YORK GIANTS MINI HELMET $99.99
Time Remaining: 9d 19h 24m
Buy It Now for only: $99.99
Michael Strahan signed 8x10 photo NY Giants JSA p1
Michael Strahan signed 8x10 photo NY Giants JSA p1 $69.99
Time Remaining: 4d 17h 7m
Buy It Now for only: $69.99
NFL New York NY GIANTS Michael Strahan Autograph signed Football Camp T Shirt XL
NFL New York NY GIANTS Michael Strahan Autograph signed Football Camp T Shirt XL $50.94 (4 Bids)
Time Remaining: 4d 12h 42m
GIANTS MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED AUTHENTIC 16X20 PHOTO AUTOGRAPH JSA W193408
GIANTS MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED AUTHENTIC 16X20 PHOTO AUTOGRAPH JSA W193408 $99.99
Time Remaining: 6d 18h 57m
Buy It Now for only: $99.99
GIANTS MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED AUTHENTIC 11X14 PHOTO AUTOGRAPH JSA G08723
GIANTS MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED AUTHENTIC 11X14 PHOTO AUTOGRAPH JSA G08723 $79.99
Time Remaining: 15d 18h 51m
Buy It Now for only: $79.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN NY GIANTS SIGNED OFFICIAL SUPERBOWL XLII FOOTBALL
MICHAEL STRAHAN NY GIANTS SIGNED OFFICIAL SUPERBOWL XLII FOOTBALL $349.99
Time Remaining: 8d 10h 29m
Buy It Now for only: $349.99
Michael Strahan Signed NY Giants 16X20 Photo PSA DNA
Michael Strahan Signed NY Giants 16X20 Photo PSA DNA $99.99
Time Remaining: 5d 17h 56m
Buy It Now for only: $99.99
NY GIANTS Michael Strahan Official Wilson NFL SUPER BOWL XXXV Football Signed
NY GIANTS Michael Strahan Official Wilson NFL SUPER BOWL XXXV Football Signed $9.95
Time Remaining: 4d 13h 21m
Buy It Now for only: $24.95
Strahan Barber Shockey Mara+ Signed 2003 NY GIANTS BALL
Strahan Barber Shockey Mara+ Signed 2003 NY GIANTS BALL $449.99
Time Remaining: 9d 14h 57m
Buy It Now for only: $449.99
Giants Michael Strahan Signed Wilson NFL Football JSA
Giants Michael Strahan Signed Wilson NFL Football JSA $224.99
Time Remaining: 26d 12h 25m
Buy It Now for only: $224.99
NEW YORK GIANTS 2000 TEAM SIGNED NFL CAP STRAHAN COLLINS SEHORN JUREVICIUS +19
NEW YORK GIANTS 2000 TEAM SIGNED NFL CAP STRAHAN COLLINS SEHORN JUREVICIUS +19 $124.99
Time Remaining: 6d 13h 38m
Buy It Now for only: $124.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN Signed NY GIANTS 8x10 photo Record SACK
MICHAEL STRAHAN Signed NY GIANTS 8x10 photo Record SACK $45.00
Time Remaining: 25d 13h 47m
Buy It Now for only: $45.00
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NY GIANTS MINI HELMIT W COA
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NY GIANTS MINI HELMIT W COA $75.00
Time Remaining: 5d 10h 44m
MICHAEL STRAHAN GIANTS SIGNED PHOTO GTA COA
MICHAEL STRAHAN GIANTS SIGNED PHOTO GTA COA $46.75
Time Remaining: 19d 16h 47m
Buy It Now for only: $46.75
MICHAEL STRAHAN NEW YORK GIANTS SIGNED AUTOGRAPHED 11X14 PHOTO PSA DNA
MICHAEL STRAHAN NEW YORK GIANTS SIGNED AUTOGRAPHED 11X14 PHOTO PSA DNA $109.95
Time Remaining: 19d 15h 57m
Buy It Now for only: $109.95
Autographed Michael Strahan New York Giants Blue Jersey
Autographed Michael Strahan New York Giants Blue Jersey $285.00
Time Remaining: 16d 3h 26m
Buy It Now for only: $285.00
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NEW YORK GIANTS MINI JSA
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NEW YORK GIANTS MINI JSA $74.99
Time Remaining: 15d 18h 34m
Buy It Now for only: $74.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NY GIANTS MINI HELMIT W COA
MICHAEL STRAHAN AUTOGRAPHED NY GIANTS MINI HELMIT W COA $49.99
Time Remaining: 5d 15h 53m
1995 New York Giants autographed football 47 autos Strahan Hampton Elliot
1995 New York Giants autographed football 47 autos Strahan Hampton Elliot $174.99
Time Remaining: 14d 15h
Buy It Now for only: $174.99
NY Giants MICHAEL STRAHAN Signed Auto 8x10 Photo JSA
NY Giants MICHAEL STRAHAN Signed Auto 8x10 Photo JSA $69.99
Time Remaining: 24d 9h 36m
Buy It Now for only: $69.99
Michael Strahan 92 New York Giants Signed Framed Poster
Michael Strahan 92 New York Giants Signed Framed Poster $119.00
Time Remaining: 28d 23h
Buy It Now for only: $119.00
New York Giants Michael Strahan Rookie Auto Mutli Signed Hat Rodney Hampton
New York Giants Michael Strahan Rookie Auto Mutli Signed Hat Rodney Hampton $129.99
Time Remaining: 24d 15h 36m
Buy It Now for only: $129.99
NY Giants 1993 Year Book Autographed Strahan Rookie Plus more
NY Giants 1993 Year Book Autographed Strahan Rookie Plus more $28.00
Time Remaining: 5d 21h 30m
Micheal Strahan Giants Autographed Riddell Mini Helmet JSA
Micheal Strahan Giants Autographed Riddell Mini Helmet JSA $139.99
Time Remaining: 22d 21h 8m
Buy It Now for only: $139.99
MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED Giants Sports Illustrated PROOF
MICHAEL STRAHAN SIGNED Giants Sports Illustrated PROOF $74.99
Time Remaining: 18d 13h 45m
Buy It Now for only: $74.99
Michael Strahan Signed 16x20 Framed Sports Illustrated Photo Steiner NY Giants
Michael Strahan Signed 16x20 Framed Sports Illustrated Photo Steiner NY Giants $349.95
Time Remaining: 10d 13h 58m
Buy It Now for only: $349.95
NY Giants MICHAEL STRAHAN Signed Mini Helmet JSA HOF
NY Giants MICHAEL STRAHAN Signed Mini Helmet JSA HOF $194.99
Time Remaining: 29d 21h 26m
Buy It Now for only: $194.99

Are the Giants going to do anything this offseason?

They've already lost a top-notch strong safety in Gibril Wilson and two members of their linebacking core in Torbor and Mitchell. Amani Toomer is gettin old, and Strahan might retire again. Personally, I'd rather see Kiwanuka go back to DE where he's proven rather than struggle at OLB. But then we'd have a hole at both backer spots. So who are we gonna sign/trade for?

They are probably trying to figure out about what Strahan wants to do already.. cuz if he goes- they will slide Kiwanuka back there and then try to sign a OLB to take his spot and then draft a young OLB to pick it up after the season..

Giants' Strahan Sounds Off

Dwayne Bryant's 2006 NFL Preview, Part One: NFC East

2006 NFC East Preview
In an eight-part series, sports handicapper Dwayne Bryant previews the 2006 NFL season. In Part One, Dwayne gives his thoughts and predictions on the NFC East.

Teams are listed in their predicted order of finish.

1. DALLAS COWBOYS

OFFENSE:
The biggest news in Big D this offseason is the addition of receiver Terrell Owens. Owens' presence immediately makes the Cowboys offense extremely potent. His ability means single coverage for Terry Glenn and more space over the middle for tight end Jason Witten. It also means more running room for running backs Julius Jones and Marion Barber. The Cowboys drafted Notre Dame tight end Anthony Fasano with the plan to eliminate the fullback role and go with a two-tight-end offense. Bill Parcells likes the idea of being able to use that package on all three downs to keep the opposing defense guessing. The only question on this offense is whether or not the offensive line can protect quarterback Drew Bledsoe. Dallas added some depth along the line by signing tackle Jason Fabini and also added guard Kyle Kosier to replace Larry Allen.

DEFENSE:
Dallas' switch to the 3-4 went rather well last season. The Dallas D ranked 12th in points allowed and 10th in yards allowed. OLB DeMarcus Ware, despite a mid-season slump, had a good rookie season, tallying eight sacks. Look for that number to improve in 2006. Second-year ends Marcus Spears and Chris Canty will rotate with Gregg Ellis to give the Cowboys good pass-rushing ability. Mammoth Jason Ferguson clogs the middle of the line. The LB corps will be improved by the additions of rookie OLB Bobby Carpenter and ILB Akin Ayodele. The secondary remains solid with cornerbacks Terence Newman and Anthony Henry and SS Roy Williams.

SPECIAL TEAMS:
With all the TO talk, many overlook the signing of kicker Mike Vanderjagt. Vanderjagt is currently the most accurate FG kicker in NFL history. He won't be kicking indoors anymore, but his career statistics show him to be equally successful kicking outdoors. Speedster Tyson Thompson broke franchise records for kickoff returns (57) and yards (1,399), but has yet to take one all the way.

PREDICTION:
The offense will be more explosive and the young defense will show continued improvement in year two of the 3-4 scheme. The Cowboys are among the three best teams in the NFC and could very well end up in the NFC Championship game.

2. NEW YORK GIANTS

OFFENSE:
QB Eli Manning made great progress last season and should take yet another step forward in 2006. RB Tiki Barber had a fantastic 2005 season, leading the NFL with 2,390 yards from scrimmage. If Barber holds up (he's a member of the "Over 30 RB Club"), the Giants offense should be lethal once again. WR Plaxico Burress had a good first season in the Big Apple, totaling 1,214 yards and seven TDs. Rookie Sinorice Moss could overtake Amani Toomer as the team's #2 WR. And let's not forget TE Jeremy Shockey, who accounted for seven TDs in 2005. If Shockey can stay healthy, which is a big "if", he could reach double-digit TDs in 2006.

DEFENSE:
The Giants pass defense was poor in 2005, ranking 27th in passing yards allowed. One certainly can't pin the blame on the defensive line. Ends Michael Strahan and Osi Umenyiora combined for 26 of the team's 41 sacks. CBs Sam Madison and R.W. McQuarters and safety Will Demps have been brought in to help solidify the secondary. LB LaVar Arrington has also been added to improve the front seven. The Giants recorded 37 takeaways last season (3rd best in the league) and will look to improve on that number with the talent they've added.

SPECIAL TEAMS:
Forget the Seattle game, which is easy to do unless you're a Giants fan. Jay Feely connected on 35 of 42 FG tries in 2005 with a long of 52 yards. Feely led all NFL kickers with 148 points last season and should see plenty of scoring chances this season as well. Chad Morton is a dangerous return man who can swing field position in the Giants' favor every time he touches the ball.

PREDICTION:
Manning will continue to improve and the offense will continue to produce. The question is the defense. Even with the players they've added, it'll take some time for that secondary to gel as a unit. Expect the G-men to battle for second place in the NFC East and also for a Wildcard spot.

3. WASHINGTON REDSKINS

OFFENSE:
Does QB Mark Brunell have anything left in the tank? After a great start to the 2005 season, Brunell faded badly and one has to wonder when the keys will be turned over to Jason Campbell. The ‘Skins brought in receivers Brandon Lloyd and Antwaan Randle El to take the heat off Santana Moss. TE Chris Cooley emerged as a red zone threat, scoring seven TDs last season. The focal point of the offense is RB Clinton Portis, who improved his numbers in year two as a Redskin. Portis rushed for 1,516 yards and scored 11 TDs last season. With even average QB play, this offense has some potential.

DEFENSE:
The ‘Skins added Andre Carter in an attempt to improve their pass rush. Carter, who played OLB in the 49ers 3-4 scheme, has great quickness and will be an upgrade to this unit. It's unlikely that will be enough to generate a solid pass rush from the front four. Defensive coordinator Gregg Williams will still have to use aggressive play-calling to pressure opposing QBs. The LB corps will be minus LaVar Arrington, but is still a solid group that should keep the ‘Skins respectable defensively. The strength of this defense is in the secondary. Shawn Springs is a solid cover corner and the safety tandem of Sean Taylor and Adam Archuleta should keep Washington among the NFL leaders in pass defense.

SPECIAL TEAMS:
Kicker John Hall battled injuries last season, but still managed to make 12 of 14 FG tries. The ‘Skins were 11th in kickoff-return average last season and had two return TDs. They also ranked 28th in punt-return average. Expect Randle El to improve that phase of Washington's special teams unit.

PREDICTION:
Everything comes down to QB play. Brunell's best days are behind him and Campbell lacks experience, which is why I place them third in this division.

4. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES

OFFENSE:
With Terrell Owens out of the picture, look for the Eagles to return to their "spread the ball around" philosophy. There is no clear-cut #1 WR in this pass-happy offense. Reggie Brown had a good rookie campaign and shows great potential. Todd Pinkston and Greg Lewis are also viable options. The Eagles also have rookies Jason Avant and Jeremy Bloom in the fold. QB Donovan McNabb seemed to favor TE L.J. Smith (61 catches) last season. RB Brian Westbrook doesn't get a ton of carries, but he's a matchup nightmare in the passing game. If he and McNabb can stay healthy, this offense should produce quite nicely.

DEFENSE:
This once-powerful unit plummeted to 27th in points allowed and 23rd in yards allowed in 2005. Even more startling, Jimmie Johnson's blitz-happy unit only recorded 29 sacks on the season. Philly signed DE Darren Howard to improve the pass rush and drafted DT Brodrick Bunkley to solidify the interior of the line. The Eagles have some talent at linebacker and the secondary should be play better this season with improved line play.

SPECIAL TEAMS:
David Akers battled an injury last season, but remains one of the league's best kickers. Reno Mahe led the NFL with a 12.8-yard punt return average in a half-season's work.

PREDICTION:
I place the Eagles last in the NFC East, but they are capable of finishing much higher if all the pieces fall into place. In any other division, I'd have them placed above this spot.

FINAL THOUGHTS

The Cowboys are my choice to win the NFC East, but any team in this division could win it if the cards fall their way. Dallas appears to be heading to the top of the NFC. The Giants will battle for the division title with an improving Eli Manning. The Redskins could win it too, but will need solid QB play. And I don't see that happening. The Eagles have a shot with McNabb back under center, but need better play out of their defensive line. This is definitely the toughest division in my opinion. Even though they each play six division games, I don't see any of them finishing worse than 7-9.
About the Author

Dwayne Bryant is the owner and sports handicapper of Bullseye Sports Handicapping Service. Dwayne has been handicapping since the mid-1980s. Bullseye Sports, online since 2000, provides guaranteed sports picks in NFL & college football, NBA & NCAA basketball, MLB baseball and NHL hockey.