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Easy E or Big Ben: The Debate of the Class of 2004

Oct 25

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By Matt Valentine

The 2004 NFL deaft will certainly go down as one of the best drafts for Quarterbacks, perhaps in the history of the game.

That draft gave us 3 outstanding QB’s in Eli Manning the Number 1 overall pick, Ben Roethlisberger, and Phillip Rivers. Roethlisberger felt overlooked by the Giants when they chose Rivers with the fourth overall pick and packaged him in a trade to San Diego.

Big Ben vs. Easy E

Big Ben vs. Easy E

This Sunday’s marquee match-up between the 5-1 Steelers and the 5-1 Giants takes us back to a question many have been asking since that 2004 NFL draft: Which QB was the better pick?

It’s really a tough call, even for a Giants fan like myself, both QB’s have excelled at the game since entering the league though it is undeniable that it took Eli Manning more time to mature.

If based on pure stats Big Ben would seem to have the edge on Easy E. In his career thus far Roethlisberger has a better completion percentage (63.2), more yards (12,836), more TD (93), and less interceptions (57) then Eli.

In Eli’s career thus far he has a completion percentage of 55.4 has thrown for 12,774 yards, and has tossed 85 TD’s with 68 INT.Eli also led his team to a Super Bowl win last season against the undefeated Patriots.

In Roethlisberger’s first season he was dominant, going 13-0 and leading his team to a 15-1 record. In his next season he won the Super Bowl.

Manning’s first season was nowhere near as dominant. The Giants went 6-10 that year, with Manning compiling a 1-6 record.

In fact, Roethlisberger holds the edge in every statistical category including wins. Big Ben’s career record stands at 44-17 while Mannings’ stands at 35-26

So, if the game was measured in statistics alone clearly Roethlisberger would have the edge, but there are other factors to take into consideration.

For example, Manning was instrumental in leading the Giants on their playoff run and eventual Super Bowl win. Roethlisberger on the other hand, struggled mightily in his Super Bowl appearance and many would argue that his team won in spite of him not because of him.

Manning played superb in the Super Bowl and throughout his playoff run, leading his team on one of the most classic drives in history culminating with a 17 yard TD strike to Plaxico Burress to seal a 17-14 win over the then undefeated New England Patriots.

Also, Roethlisberger went to a team that was ready to win, and could suffer the occasional rookie mistake. Manning went to a team that was on a down swing and in just four years took them to a Super Bowl.

The debate will continue long after Sunday’s game and can only truly be measured when one of the two ends their football career. However, this Sunday at Heinz Field we get a measure of an answer with the winner taking the crown…at least for the time being.

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NFL Training Camp Update

Jul 28

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Its the start of NFL training camps around the league and as is the case with most seasons many players find themselves vying for new contracts, holding out or reporting to training camp in undesirable situations. Let’s take a spin around the NFL and see which players are in these situations.

Despite reporting to training camp these players have made it very clear that they are unhappy with their current situation and either would like to force a trade or would like negotiate a new contract.

1. Plaxico Burress- NY Giants

Burress watching Manning from the sidelines at training camp.

Burress watching Manning from the sidelines at training camp.

Since catching the winning touchdown in the Super Bowl and turning in one of the best regular seasons of his career despite playing through numerous injuries Burress has requested a contract re-negotiation more on par with that of the leagues other top wide receivers. Burress has reported to Giants training camp but had yet to participate in any practice sessions citing an ailing ankle as the cause for his refusal to participate. By league standards Burress is underpaid and should be given a new contract only time will tell how GM Jerry Reese will handle the situation, he has shown a fine ability to divert contract issues from becoming a major distraction in the past and will need to make a move soon to avoid alienating the teams star wideout.

2. Chad Johnson-Cincinatti Bengals

Johnson reports to camp

Johnson reports to camp

After a long off season of complaints a situation which seemed to be headed to a point of no return ended without much fanfare as Johnson did report to training camp on time and without complaint. Johnson has continued his practice of refusing to talk to the cities press, but has apologized to fans for possibly alienating them during the offseason with his repeated requests for a trade. Johnson has three years remaining on his contract which was reworked in April 2006. The contract gave Johnson an additional $10.75 million. Johnson has stated that fans can expect him to return to his usual jovial, entertaining self and should not worry about his status with the team.

3. Devin Hester-Chicago Bears

Hester arrives at camp

Hester arrives at camp

The bears All-Pro return man was extremely unhappy with his contract siutation heading into camp and staged what could be the shortest hold out in NFL history. The bears ended up inking the stud returner to a four year deal which is reportedly worth at least $30 million, $15 million of which is guaranteed. The contract also includes some roster bonuses, a $10 million dollar bonus in the final year if Hester reaches performance levels equal to that of a No. 1 receiver. If Hester fails to reach these incentives the bonus “de-escalates to reflect his performance. Signing Hester was a key move for a Chicago team’s whose offense seems more then likely to struggle this season. They need to find a way to insure that Hester can reach that roster bonus because the more he gets his hands on the ball the better off the Bears will be.

4. Steven Jackson- St. Louis Rams

Steven Jackson

Steven Jackson

Somewhat of a shock here as I don’t think many fans expected Jackson to hold out in the final year of his contract. The team has stated that getting Jackson under contract is a priority but, have recently cut off talks with his agent after Jackson refused a contract offer on Friday. The Rams have stated that they will not resume talks with Jackson until he reports to camp. Jackson, in the final season of a five-year contract he signed after the Rams drafted him in the first round in 2004, has had three straight 1,000-yard rushing seasons after totaling 1,002 last year despite injuries that sidelined him for four games. He is the centerpiece of a Rams offense that was decimated last year by injury. With the return of All-Pro tackle Orlando Pace the teams offensive line, its biggest weakness last season, should be much improved providing greater space for Jackson to work his magic.

5. Keith Rivers- Cincinnati Bengals

Rookie Holdout Keith Rivers.

Rookie Holdout Keith Rivers.

The Bengals first round pick (No. 9 overall) has yet to report to camp and is listed as a hold out for missing the teams 1 p.m. check-in deadline on Sunday, July 27. This is a huge set back for the club as Rivers was projected as the teams starter at weakside linebacker after an impressive mini-camp. A Rookie holdout is especially troubling given the fact that they need as many snaps as possible to adjust to the speed of the NFL game as well as digesting a more complex defensive scheme. With most of the first rounders already inked to contracts its some what of a head scratcher as to exactly why Rivers is holding out, but it will be extremely beneficial to the club to get Rivers signed A.S.A.P as they had one of the leagues worst defensive united in 2007.

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Vikings Tampering with Favre?

Jul 17

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By Matt Valentine

The Favre situation in Green Bay just got a little bit more interesting today with the Packers levying charges against the Minnesota Vikings that they have been “tampering” with the long-time
Packer QB.

According to a source close to the team who spoke on the condition of anonymity, the Vikings have made inappropriate contact with Favre, which the Packers speculate led to Favre’s call for an immediate
release from the franchise.

The league has already been examining whether the Vikings have in fact had an inappropriate amount of contact with Favre and have determined through telephone records that there has been more then “normal contact” with Favre and one-time Packers assistant and current Viking offensive coordinator, Darrell Bevell. The league has yet to issue a comment on their findings.

The team believes that Favre and his agent Bud Cook were possibly trying to work out some type of contract with the Vikings even before Favre requested his formal release from the Packers.  This situation just adds another layer to the on-going Brett Favre saga, a seemingly annual occurrence this time of the year.

This development will make the Favre return to Green Bay an even icier one then he is used to. The Packers and Favre, two words which could hardly be spoken without one invoking images of the other, have seemingly come to the point of no return. If Favre does return to Lambeau Field he will have to face down many of the people he has criticized in recent weeks am awkward situation to say the least.

Favre may also have to deal with his former teammate and current Packers offensive line coach James Campen. In un-aired portions of Favre’s interview with Greta Van Susteren Favre stated that Campen had come to visit him at his home in Mississippi, and told him and I am paraphrasing, that though the team wants to move on from Favre, if he were to force their hand and back them into a corner they would have no choice but to take him back.  Coach Mike McCarthy said that he felt the Favre camp was unfairly placing Campen as the intermediary between Favre and the Packers front office which was never the team’s or Campen’s intentions.

Like I have stated earlier it seems incredibly unlikely that the team would release Favre. It would make little sense to release him and potentially let him sign with an NFC North rival such as the Minnesota
Vikings. A trade to one an NFC North rival also seems unlikely and Favre has already stated that a team like Tampa Bay (another team with QB issues) would not be very high on his list as he prefers cold
weather.

If somehow Favre were to be traded or released and signed by the Vikings it would immediately make them a legitimate Super Bowl contender. The Vikings have a solid ground game with Adrian Peterson
and Chester Taylor in the backfield, and have added a receiving threat in Bernard Berrian. With the addition of sack machine Jared Allen to the Vikings already formidable defensive line they may be a team on the cusp of capturing a championship. That’s only if they can solidify their QB position with a veteran presence like Favre an extremely unlikely scenario.

As the calendar closes in on the opening of training camp for teams around the league within the next 10-12 days, I’ll be keeping you posted on any changes in the Favre saga.

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The Favre Saga Continues

Jul 15

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Another summer and another Brett Favre return, the only difference this time is that he was officially retired for about a day i think. Listen, I like Brett Favre just as much as the next guy, I mean you have to like a professional athlete who still plays with the enthusiasm and spunk of high schooler,but these summer soap operas are really getting ridiculous.

The speculation began literally in the moments following Favre’s tearful “retirement” press conference, and has finally subsided with Favre announcing that he would in fact return to the NFL. Yet, was there ever really any doubt that Favre wasn’t coming back? I’m sure all of Packer nation was on their knees praying for such a moment and I’m even more sure that Aaron Rodgers was praying for the exact opposite.

So, now its finally come the moment many of us knew would arrive has, and Favre will be playing in the NFL next season…or will he?

Favre asked the Packers to release him, the Packers refused and now all the speculation surrounds just exactly where Favre stands in the Green Bay organization. Besides for Packers fans who came out and showed strong support for Favre in rallies outside of Lambeau Field, the Packers have showed little interest and even less enthusiasm for Favre’s return to the team.

Could the Packers or Aaron Rodgers find themselves in a worse situation…no not really. Favre is revered in Wisconsin, second only to God himself and maybe Vince Lombardi. So, if you’re the Packers what do you do, tell your fan base that the man whom they love, the man who they have cheered for for 15 years is no longer their starting QB simply because he chose to retire before he was ready. You think Bulls fans would’ve been cool with the idea of putting Jordan on the bench simply because he wanted to play baseball?

The person who is in the worse situation of all is Aaron Rodgers…poor kid. He now has to deal with the fact that he is taking over for a legend, but not just a retired legend, a legend who is going to be sitting there watching from the sidelines ready to take over at a moments notice. A legend who will have the support of an entire stadium behind him, while Rodgers is out on the field trying to do his job. If you thought there was pressure on Rodgers to perform before he must now feel like he’s been dropped to the bottom of the ocean.

So what do you do if your the Green Bay Packers? Trade Favre? Play Favre? Let Favre ride the bench? None of them seem like good options. If you trade Favre you better find a damn good hiding spot and bullet proof your car because there is no way Packers fans are going to take that news well. You might as well drive to their house and shoot their favorite pet in front of the entire family because they may actually forgive you for that. If the Packers decide to let Favre resume his role as the starting QB, they’ve pleased their fan base but have they really helped their franchise?

At some point Aaron Rodgers is going to be the starting QB for this team (the Packers say that it will be this year) and the more experience he gains the better off the franchises future will be. Let’s face it Favre is 38 years old he’s not going to last forever. On the hand, there is the option of letting Favre return to the team in the backup role to help guide the young Rodgers at becoming a franchise QB, but even this is a lousy option. If I’m Aaron Rodgers the last thing I want is the specter of Brett Favre constantly looming over my shoulder, like this kid doesn’t have enough to worry about.

With that said what would I do with Favre at this point? I’d bite the bullet and trade him for as much value as possible. There are a number of teams out that that could instantly be transformed into legitimate Super Bowl contenders with the addition of a QB like Brett Favre. Teams like the Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, NY Jets could all use Favre and would most likely be willing to part with at least a second round pick to get him.

Though I have said that this is what I would do, I’m very happy I’m not the man making the decision.

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Raiders Al Davis Unsure of Offseason Moves?

Jul 1

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(If you stare at Al Davis long enough he can look right into your soul.)

For the first time in his tenure as owner of the Oakland Raiders and perhaps for the first time in his entire life Al Davis is questioning himself, and more specifically the moves he made during the offseason.

In typical Al Davis fashion the Raiders went on a free agent spending spree this offseason, inking three players to multi-year, multi-million dollar contracts. Among those signed by the Raiders were former Giants safety Gibril Wilson, former Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall and defensive tackle Tommy Kelly. Wilson was given a sic-year, $39 million contract, $16 million of which is guaranteed. Hall took in the largest contract with a seven- year, $70 million whopper, including $24 million guaranteed after being traded away by the Falcons. Kelly was re-signed to a seven-year $50.5 million contract, with $18.125 guaranteed.

The team also signed oft-inured wide receiver Javon Walker and re-signed running back Justin Fargas as well. In the last two seasons the team has been forced to dole out huge contracts to rookies because of their high first round draft pick status. JaMarcus Russell and Darren McFadden were both given sizable contracts because of their draft position.

Al Davis should be questioning the moves he’s made, but he should be looking much further back then just this past offseason. The Raiders have made a string of questionable decision regarding their coaches and players since the 2003 season when they lost the Super Bowl to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Since that time the Raiders have a league worst 19-61 record and have gone through four coaches in the last five seasons. It was even reported that the team wanted to coach Lane Kiffin to step down after last season, his first with the team.

Davis has been too hasty when reacting to his teams performance on the field over the past 5 seasons. He has not allowed a single coach to establish an offensive game plan or take command of the locker room. The only coach who has remained is defensive coach Rob Ryan, and the teams defensive performance has been the one constant positive over the years.

Many sources have claimed that Davis sought the services of former Green Bay Packers vice president of player finance Andrew Brandt. Davis wanted Brandt to player a larger role in selecting and evaluating the type of talent the Raiders should be adding to their team. However, Brandt reportedly declined Davis’ offer and instead countered with an offer to be a consultant to the team.

The Raiders camp has vehemently denied the rumors swirling around Davis’ crisis of confidence. Oakland public relations director Mike Taylor told reporters, “You obviously don’t know Al Davis. Self-doubt is not part of the equation with Al Davis,” Taylor said. “I’m not going to justify this tripe, this drivel by even asking (Davis) for his response. It’s ludicrous, it’s insane, it’s rumor-mongering and it’s irresponsible journalism.

“The fact is, we’re very excited about what we’ve done here this offseason and looking forward to a great year. We’ve signed or traded for three of the top players at their position and picked up two of the top players in the draft the past two years.”

The fact is though, that the Raiders did overpay for a number of their free agent signings. Tommy Kelly for example has never posted more then 4.5 sacks and has yet to prove himself as a solid player in this league in 3 NFL seasons and yet he was rewarded with a monster contract. DeAngelo Hall is considered to be an elite shutdown corner, but he has demonstrated some character flaws on more then one occasion and his on field demeanor can hurt a team more then help. Gibril Wilson is an effective safety, but was most likely overpaid because of his new found Super Bowl champion status.

Whether Al Davis’ confidence in his offseason moves is shaken or not, only time will tell if the spending spree will payoff in wins.

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Giants Victims of Their Own Success

Jun 15

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By Matt Valentine

The New York Giants should be the happiest bunch of guys in the NFL right now after scoring one of the most unlikely Super Bowl victories in the history of the NFL. Their miraculous run to Super Bowl XLII and their victory over the undefeated New England Patriots left every player, coach, and front office worker within the Giants franchise with big smiles on their faces. Now the smiles are slowly turning into frowns as the Giants have suffered a number of significant loses and some unhappy players in their locker room.

After losing key members of their Super Bowl roster Kawika Mitchell and Gibril Wilson to free agency the Giants suffered another blow when Michael Strahan announced his retirement earlier this week.

Now they’re facing some daunting tasks in getting two disgruntled players back onto the field, and off the sidelines. Plaxico Burress and Jeremy Shockey have both decided to sit-out the Giants mandatory mini-camp and are threatening to hold-out until training camp.

Burress is sitting out because he feels that contract negotiations between his agent Drew Rosenhaus and the team are not progressing the way they should. Buress has three years remaining on his six-year, $25 million deal he inked after leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is due to earn $3.25 million this year, $3.5 million in 2009 and $3.75 million in 2010.

After hauling in the game winning touchdown catch in the Super Bowl and leading the Giants with 70 catches for 1,025 yards and a career best 12 TD’s, Burress is seeking a more lucrative deal from the franchise. Burress told reporters, “Me and my agent are trying to get a deal done so I can stay a New York Giant for a long time, I personally, don’t like the way they’re going and I am not happy about it. I am choosing not to participate.” Burress also said that he believes has at least another four or five years left in his career.

By current standards Burress is underpaid. Terrell Owens, and Randy Moss both just signed three-year contacts for $27 million and Larry Fitzgerald received a $40 million contract with $30 million guaranteed.

Meanwhile, in the midst of all thats going on with Plax, the Giants also have to deal with another disgruntled player in Jeremy Shockey. Shockey who is still rehabbing from the broken leg he suffered last season has also not participated in any of the mandatory mini-camps drawing criticism from team captain Shaun O’Hara, “You’re either with us or against us, I think there’s a right way to do things,” O’Hara said. “I’ve always felt that as a player you go out there and you put your best forward and as long as you’re giving 100 percent effort every time, you’ll be taken care of.”

The rift between Shockey and the Giants has been growing since he went down with the injury and was not present on the sidelines to watch his team capture the Lombardi Trophy. Shockey did not attend the Super Bowl parade held in New York City and was also not present when the Giants were presented with their Super Bowl rings.

The Giants need to retain the services of Burress who has really clicked with Eli Manning since joining the team in 2005. The tandem have combined for 29 touchdowns the most by any QB/WR combo in the league during that span. As evidenced by their Super Bowl run, Shockey does not seem to be an integral part to the Giants offense, and many believe that removing him from the offense allowed Manning to blossom into a more steady QB as he did not have to constantly worry about pleasing the tight end.

How the Giants handle the Burress situation could play a major factor in their success this season, but getting rid of an already disgruntled Shockey may be the best thing for both parties.


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Giants’ Great Strahan Retires

Jun 10

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By Matt Valentine

15 years into a sure-fire Hall of Fame NFL career with the New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan has decided to hang up his cleats and retire from the NFL.

Strahan arrived at his decision early Monday morning, telling the Giants’ front office, but not the coaches or his teammates. Strahan had been mulling retirement since last season when he missed all of Giants training camp trying to decide if he would return for his 15th NFL season.

The decision to return is surely one Strahan does not regret, he recorded 9 sacks and 46 tackles missing only one start. He was also a crucial leader on the Giants’ Super Bowl championship team. It was Strahan’s first Lombardi Trophy.

(Strahan celebrating the Giants Super Bowl victory.)

He was the NFL’s active leader in career sacks with 141 1/2 and holds the same record for the Giants, surpassing another Giant great and Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor (131 1/2 sacks).Strahan also owns the NFL record for sacks in a single season when he racked up 22 1/2 sacks in 2001. The last one coming on a strange play when Brett Favre fell, seemingly without reason, and Strahan was given credit for the sack.

Strahan walked away from a gauranteed 4 million dollar contract year, and his agent, Tony Agnone has told reporters that the Giants offered Strahan more money to play another season, but that was never a factor in his decision. He also said that he believes the key issue was that Strahan wanted to go out on top.

Some of Strahan’s teammates were stunned and dissapointed to learn that their leader and friend would be leaving the team. Osi Umenyiora the Giants other Pro bowl defensive end said, “It’s a very, very sad day for me personally,I loved him like a brother. You put in 15 strong years in the NFL, man that is something in this day and age is impossible to do.”

Amani Toomer who has been Strahans’ teammate for 12 years told reporters, “I am very happy for him, I think he is going to find a way on his feet. I just wish him the best.”

Strahan will most likely look towards a career in television as he has been a regular commentator on shows like Best Damn Sports Show Period, and others. He has always been a fan favorite and as a Giants fan myself I wish him the best of luck in the future and my graditude for having had the chance to watch him play. I look forward to seeing that gap-toothed grin somewhere on my television.

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Super Bowl Champion NY Giants Receive Rings

May 31

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By Matt Valentine

It seems like ages ago that the world stood still and marveled at the Giants thrilling 17-14 victory over the then undefeated New England Patriots.

Much has happened since that stunning upset on January 3rd. The Patriots have continued to be embroiled by the Spy Gate controversy with former video assistant Matt Walsh finally speaking out. The Giants meanwhile, have lost some key contributors to their Super Bowl roster with Girbirl Wilson and Kawika Mitchell both signing on to new teams.

But, Thursday was a day of celebration albeit a short celebration, for every Giants player on the team as they have finally received their Super Bowl rings. As each player approached the podium and was given their ring they were congratulated by Coach Tom Coughlin and quickly reminded that last season is behind them and the new season is rapidly approaching.

“Lets go back to work, lets do this again”, was the greeting each player received from Coughlin and the Giants players seemed to take the coaches direction to heart.

Almost all of the Giants players current and former were in attendance for the ring ceremony with some notable excpetions. TE Jeremy Shockey did not attend the ceremony fueling speculation that the rift between himself and the team has grown even wider. Antonio Pierce was also not in attendance, because he was with his wife on their honeymoon. Both Gibril Wilson and Kawika Mitchell were in attendance to accept their rings, as well as former GM Ernie Acorsi who may be the man most responsible for the Super Bowl roster.

(Giants players Derrick Ward, Kevin Dockery and Aaron Ross show off their Super Bowl bling).

Strahan has called the rings “ten table stunners” meaning they could be seen from ten tables away, and indeed they are quite a piece of jewelery.

The rings were fashioned by Tiffany & Co. and are made of white gold, with approximately 1.5 diamond carats and feature the teams three Super Bowl trophies. The NY logo is set in diamonds with the word World Champions also appearing on the ring in raised bold lettering.

The ring also notes the Giants historic road run stating ,”Eleven Straight on the Road” and has each players name and number, along with the date and final score of the game.

Now, all that is on the Giants players mind is adding another ring to one of their other fingers.

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