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Giants Receive Their Rings: The NFL Champion New York Giants received their Super Bowl rings yesterday at a private ceremony event at Tiffany & Co. on Fifth Avenue.

The ring was designed by Tiffany & Co. with input from ownership, General Manager Jerry Reese, Head Coach Tom Coughlin, and the players.

“After a few meetings, Tiffany came up with several different options that they showed us and you kind of picked from there,” said QB Eli Manning. “We wanted it to be little different than the last ring.”

“We wanted it to represent the four trophies and have that feeling that you made the best ring that you could have made,” said DE Justin Tuck. “I think we captured that.”

“First and foremost,” said Long Snapper DeOssie, “we kept our teammates’ best interests in mind, so we wanted something that would appeal to everybody in the locker room. We gave some thoughts on the design and then Tiffany came in with five or six models. They were beautiful. We wanted something a little more modest, but at the same time you can’t help but notice it is a championship ring. The owners deferred to us as the players and we got everything we wanted. We went back and forth three or four times in an email chain. I think everyone was on board with the one we picked and couldn’t be happier about it.”

The top of the ring includes four Vince Lombardi trophies, commemorating the four Giants’ Super Bowl wins, and each set with a marquis diamond representing the football. The four trophies surround the Giants’ “ny” logo which is set with round diamonds on a blue enamel outline. The top of the ring also includes 37 blue sapphires set on the outer bezel. The text around the bezel reads “2011 WORLD CHAMPIONS NEW YORK GIANTS.”

“The blue makes it a little different,” Manning said. “We wanted some blue – the Giants are Big Blue. We definitely wanted to get a little blue to spark it up a little bit.”

“I think all of us wanted to have some blue in the ring, from the ownership down,” Tuck said. “We wanted to make the ring different from the ring we had earlier. The ’08 ring had no color in it – it was just white diamonds. We wanted those to sparkle a little bit more and stand out a little bit more. We talked to guys on the team and the consensus was a lot of guys wanted to see more color in the ring.”

One shank of the ring has the Giants logo, the Lombardi Trophy, the NFL shield, the words “Super Bowl XLVI,” and the final score – NYG 21 NE 17. The opposite shank has the recipient’s name, the Giants circular logo with the player’s number in the center, and EST. 1925 (the year the franchise was founded).  The lower palm side of shanks list the four seasons the Giants won the Super Bowl: 1986, 1990, 2007 and 2011.

Engraved inside the ring are the words “Finish” and “All In” two inspirational phrases that rallied the Giants throughout the season.

“We wanted to get a few things that were significant to this season – (including) ‘Finish’ on the inside,” Manning said. “Things like that make the ring special.”

“We definitely wanted ‘Finish,’ we definitely wanted ‘All In,’” Tuck said. “Those were two things we prided ourselves on, not only during the season, but especially through the playoff run. And we won games that way. So we definitely wanted those in there.”

“We took in a lot of opinions,” said Tuck. “We all came to a decision to make this ring our ring, because everyone loved it. When Tiffany brought it in the last day, there was silence because everyone was thinking, ‘Wow.’ It really captured everything we wanted to capture in the ring. Coach Coughlin was adamant about having ‘World Champions’ on it. Plus they did a great job designing the ring to fit around our fingers and really look good on your hand – not just having a big, ostentatious ring on your hand. They worked on the balance of the ring when it’s on your hand. I think Tiffany did a great job.”

“I couldn’t be happier with everything about the ring,” DeOssie said. “It’s absolutely beautiful.”

Article on Former Giants Receiving Their Rings: Former Giants Get Super Bowl Rings by Paul Schwartz of The New York Post

Article on the New York Giants and the Future: Giants Entertain Thoughts of ‘Dynasty’ at Super Bowl Ring Ceremony by Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger

Injury Update on OG Chris Snee: As reported earlier (see “News and Notes” from March 30) had arthroscopic surgery on one of his elbows in late March. “I had elbow surgery, I feel good, I’ve been gaining my strength back and doing some work on the field,” said Snee on Tuesday. “I’ll be back there next week for OTAs. Good to go.”

Article on OG Chris Snee: Giants Guard Snee Wants Running Game to Improve by Paul Schwartz of The New York Post

ESPN Radio Interview with DE Justin Tuck: The audio of Tuesday’s ESPN Radio interview with DE Justin Tuck is available at ESPN.com.

Article on DE Osi Umenyiora: Giants’ Justin Tuck Says There Are No ‘Flames’ Around Osi Umenyiora’s Contract Situation Yet by Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger

Article on LB Jake Muasau: More from Jake Muasau on Earning an NFL Contract by Doug Roberson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Article on Lt. Col. Greg Gadson: Lt. Col. Greg Gadson Vows to Remain Inspiration for Giants, Despite Mike Sullivan’s Departure by Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger

Article on Former Giants PK Matt Bahr and the 1990 NFC Championship: Matt Bahr on Kicking the Giants to a Championship While ‘Dinged Up’ by Greg Hanlon of CapitalNewYork.com

Quotes: WR Hakeem Nicks on WR Rueben Randle: “I got to see him a little bit (on Tuesday). We ran some routes. He seemed like a pretty humble kid. It seems like he’s ready to come to work and play football.”

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Chad Jones – Photo by US Presswire

Giants Waive Safety Chad Jones: The Giants waived safety Chad Jones yesterday after Jones failed his team physical.

Jones was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Giants. Two months later, on June 25, 2010, Jones suffered multiple fractures and nerve damage in his lower left leg in the accident in New Orleans. Jones spent the last two seasons on the Giants’ Reserve/Non-Football Injury list.

“Chad had a severe injury to his left leg, involving a complex tibial fracture with associated injury to muscle, nerves, and vascular structures,” said a Giants’ associate team physician. “This type of injury is often limb-threatening, and can sometimes require amputation. He has made a remarkable recovery to date, with successful salvage of the leg. However, at this time he has residual sensory loss, muscle weakness, and tenuous soft tissue coverage in the involved lower leg. The resultant functional impairment precludes his ability to perform physically at the level required for professional football.”

“We would like to thank the Giants organization for the manner in which they have supported Chad since his unfortunate accident two years ago,” said Jones’ agent. “Their genuine support and caring has far exceeded their obligations and he and his family will be eternally grateful. Chad is experiencing a minor setback and we expect a full recovery within a few months. He thanks everyone for their continued support and prayers. He will see his teammates on the field soon.”

“We consider Chad to be part of the Giants family, and we’ll continue to work with him in his rehab,” General Manager Jerry Reese said. “As we’ve said since his accident, we’re thankful he is alive and able to lead a normal life.”

Because of this move, we have updated the Transactions, Roster, and Depth Chart sections of the website.

Giants Sign Safety Will Hill: The Giants signed street free agent safety Will Hill yesterday. Hill was one of the tryout players during the Giants’ recently-completed rookie mini-camp. Because of this move, we have updated the Transactions, 2012 Free Agent Scorecard, and Free Agent Signings (with scouting report) sections of the website.

Giants to Receive Super Bowl Rings on Wednesday: Giants’ players, coaches, and team officials will receive their Super Bowl rings on Wednesday evening at a private ceremony event at Tiffany & Co. on Fifth Avenue. The ring design was created after several meetings that included Team President/CEO John Mara; Chairman/Executive Vice President Steve Tisch; General Manager Jerry Reese; Head Coach Tom Coughlin; the team’s three co-captains, Eli Manning, Justin Tuck, and Zak DeOssie; and representatives from Tiffany.

Injury Update on DT Chris Canty: DT Chris Canty told The Daily News that he is recovering well from offseason knee surgery. “The rehab is going really well” said Canty. “I’m looking forward to being ready to go for training camp. Obviously there’s a lot of work between now and then for me to be ready to get me to that point. But the doctors feel good about the progress and they’re confident that I’ll be ready.”

Canty said he will not be ready to practice at the full-team mini-camp on June 12-14. “I don’t really see that,” Canty said. “And I don’t know that I’m going to be losing any sleep or shedding any tears for that.”

Article on Head Coach Tom Coughlin: Giants Coach Tom Coughlin to Receive U.S. Army Outstanding Civilian Service Award by Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger

Giants.com Q&A With HB David Wilson: The video of a Giants.com Q&A with HB David Wilson is available at Giants.com.

Article on CB Terrell Thomas: Thomas Looking Forward to Earning Ring with Giants by Ralph Vacchiano of The Daily News

Notes and Quotes: Defensive Coordinator Perry Fewell said last week that that LB Chase Blackburn is the starter at middle linebacker heading into training camp.

“It’s my position to lose,” said Blackburn. “I’ve just got to continue to work hard and get better every day so I can keep that spot. You’ve got to take it in stride. You can’t be complacent with it. You can’t be happy about it. I’ve got to continue to work and get better. There’s a lot of things I can work on in my game. Yeah, I’m a veteran, this is my eighth season, but if you’re done improving you’re done in this game. There’s a lot of room for improvement.”

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Meanwhile, the Giants’ offseason program continues and the Giants will hold Organized Team Activity (OTA) practices on May 23-24, May 30-June 1, June 4-5, and June 7-8. A full-team mini-camp will be held on June 12-14.

Giants Sign Two More Rookie Free Agents: Though not officially announced, according to The Daily News and The New York Post, the Giants have signed two undrafted rookie free agents who attended the rookie mini-camp on a tryout basis. The players are WR Brandon Collins (Southeastern Louisiana) and LB Jake Muasau (Georgia State).

For analysis of these signings, see the Draft Review and Rookie Free Agent Signings section of the website.

Giants.com Q&A With DT Markus Kuhn: The video of a Giants.com Q&A with DT Markus Kuhn is available at Giants.com.

Article on the Recently-Completed Rookie Mini-Camp: Rookies Restock Giants’ Skill Spots by Paul Schwartz of The New York Post

Article on QB Ryan Perrilloux: Perrilloux Hoping to Stick for Good by Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPNNewYork.com

Article on FB/RB Joe Martinek: Empty Promises Fueling Martinek’s Quest by Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record

Article on S Janzen Jackson: Giants’ Janzen Jackson Looking Forward to the Next Chapter After Troubled College Career by Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger

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For rookie mini-camp practice reports, see:

• The Star-Ledger (Morning Report)
• The Star-Ledger (Afternoon Report)

For video from the mini-camp, see:

• Giants.com Rookie Mini-Camp Practice Highlights (Video)
• Giants.com Rookie Mini-Camp Report (Video)

Fewell Talks Linebackers: Defensive Coordinator Perry Fewell was asked about the Giants’ linebacking corps yesterday, and specifically the middle linebacker position.

“We are in the classroom, obviously, right now trying to get a feel for what our new addition – Keith Rivers – what he knows about our defense and how much he can understand and learn about our defense,” said Fewell. “And then we are just giving the young guys more opportunity to hear us talk about the calls and the communications of our defense. And so I sense that we are going to put (the starting middle linebacker spot) up for grabs. Whoever can take the bull by the horns and lead us will have the opportunity to step up and play. Obviously he will have to do it on the football field, too. But moreso in the classroom – being a leader in the classroom and knowing exactly how to set the front and get the coverage squared away.”

Fewell was asked if teams need a big middle linebacker in today’s game. “I don’t think college football allows you to have a big anchor middle linebacker anymore because of the way college football plays,” replied Fewell. “And I don’t think the NFL requires that as much anymore because a lot of these teams are one back spread teams. They throw the ball all over the place. We talk in terms of being a two-down Mike and then having the third down linebacker. What is a two-down Mike? So we might have to redefine that a little bit as we continue to evaluate what offenses are doing the NFL.”

General Manager Jerry Reese said earlier this offseason that Michael Boley was a candidate for the middle spot. “Oh yeah, I think Michael Boley has the ability to do that,” said Fewell. “Is that his best position? I don’t think that is his best position in the long run. But, yes, he definitely has the ability to do that.”

For now, heading into training camp, Chase Blackburn will start in the middle. “Chase goes back to that role,” said Fewell. “(Mark) Herzlich will have an opportunity to compete for that role. Greg Jones will have an opportunity to compete for that role. And we are not opposed to putting Keith Rivers – giving him the opportunity to compete for that role, also. So there is going to be competition.”

Fewell also said the linebackers could impact the Giants’ three-safety package. “We are just going to wait and see,” said Fewell. “Obviously we like that particular package and we don’t want to lose that package. We think that is valuable for us. But with the additions of these linebackers that we have, we can be a little bit more creative we think. And so we just have to find out who goes where, who can learn the best. And then we will take it from there.”

Injury Update on DT Marvin Austin: DT Marvin Austin missed all of 2011 with a torn pectoral muscle that required surgery. Austin also missed his final season at North Carolina as he was kicked off of his college team after being ruled permanently ineligible by the NCAA for illegal contact with an agent.

Yesterday, Austin told The Daily News that he’s “fully back,” and he has full strength and range of motion in his chest. “I”m strong as an ox,” said Austin.

“I think (being away from the game for two years) drives him a little bit more, because Marvin is a very hungry young player,” said Defensive Coordinator Perry Fewell. “Now, the concern is, ‘Wow, he hasn’t seen this block or that block, or experienced this in such a long time that he is rusty.’ But, again, we are going to try to give him as many reps as we possibly can in the preseason to knock that rust off. If you can play football, you can play football. And I think Marvin is a good football player.”

Head Coach Tom Coughlin’s Saturday Press Conference: The transcript and video of yesterday’s press conference with Head Coach Tom Coughlin are available at Giants.com.

Media Q&A With Defensive Coordinator Perry Fewell: The transcript and video of yesterday’s media Q&A session with Defensive Coordinator Perry Fewell are available at Giants.com.

Player Media Q&A’s: Video clips of yesterday’s media Q&A sessions with the following players are available at Giants.com:

• HB David Wilson (Video)
• FB/RB Joe Martinek (Video)
• OT/OG Brandon Mosley (Video)
• DT Markus Kuhn (Video)
• S Janzen Jackson (Video)

Giants.com Q&A With CB Jayron Hosley: The video of Friday’s Giants.com Q&A with CB Jayron Hosley is available at Giants.com.

Articles on TE Adrien Robinson:

• Giants Rookie Robinson the ‘JPP of TEs’ by Ebenezer Samuel of The Daily News
• Giants See More in TE Adrien Robinson Than a Lack of Catches in College by Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger

Article on FB/RB Joe Martinek: Jersey Joe’s Optimisic by Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record

Article on WR Julian Talley: Is WR Talley the Next Victor Cruz? by Dan Salomone of Giants.com

Article on S Janzen Jackson: Giants Take Flier on Jackson by Paul Schwartz of The New York Post

Quotes: Defensive Perry Fewell on DT Shaun Rogers: “I have watched him throughout his career. When he was in Detroit I saw him pick up a fumble and run down the field as a big man. Then he went to Cleveland – the first year in Cleveland I think he was with Romeo Crennel. He had a year where he could have been the Defensive Player of the Year. And then we obviously evaluated him off the film from last year with the New Orleans Saints. And I thought he ran well. I thought he was a load in there; a big man that can push the pocket in the pass game. You better put two people on him, okay. And that helps us; that helps our defensive ends. That helps us as a pass rush team. And then a big anchor as far as the run game is concerned. You have to take two. He can swallow up a hole. So he has got to get himself into football shape. We really like what we evaluated and we hope he is motivated enough to come in and provide us with that dominant guy up front.”

Fewell on CB Brandon Bing: “He is not a surprise because he worked and he is enthusiastic. He worked last year on the practice squad. And then coming into this camp he is showing what he can do. We are excited about him competing for one of those jobs this spring as well as this fall. He has picked up where he left off from practice from the playoffs, etc. So, yes, he has performed very well.”

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According to The Daily News, Wilson’s contract is a 4-year, $6.884 million deal that includes a $3.3 million signing bonus and $5.4 million in guaranteed money. WR Rueben Randle’s contract is a $2.6 million deal that includes a $515,000 signing bonus.

Day One of Rookie Mini-Camp: Day one of the three-day rookie mini-camp is in the books. The Giants confirmed the following undrafted rookie free agents have signed with the team:

• RB/FB Joe Martinek, Rutgers
• WR David Douglas, Arizona
• WR Julian Talley, Massachusetts
• OG Stephen Goodin, Nebraska-Kearney
• DE Adewale Ojomo, Miami
• DE Matt Broha, Louisiana Tech
• S/CB Janzen Jackson, McNeese State
• S Jojo Nicolas, Miami

The Giants originally said they signed 10 undrafted rookie free agents, but it appears that they have only signed eight at this time. For analysis of these signings, see the Draft Review and Rookie Free Agent Signings section of the website.

For a complete list of all mini-camp participants, including signed draft picks, signed rookie free agents, signed first-year players, and unsigned rookie and veteran tryouts, see the 2012 Rookie Minicamp Roster at Giants.com.

A video of the players arriving at mini-camp is also available at Giants.com.

For rookie mini-camp practice reports, see:

• The Star-Ledger (Morning Report)
• The Star-Ledger (Afternoon Report)

Head Coach Tom Coughlin’s Friday Press Conference: The transcript and video of yesterday’s press conference with Head Coach Tom Coughlin are available at Giants.com.

Media Q&A With Offensive Coordinator Kevin Gilbride: The transcript and video of yesterday’s media Q&A session with Offensive Coordinator Kevin Gilbride are available at Giants.com.

Player Media Q&A’s: Transcripts and video of yesterday’s media Q&A sessions with the following players are available at Giants.com:

• HB David Wilson (Video)
• WR Rueben Randle (Video)
• TE Adrien Robinson (Video)
• DT Markus Kuhn (Video)
• HB/FB Joe Martinek (Video)

Giants.com Q&A With WR Rueben Randle: The video of yesterday’s Giants.com Q&A with WR Rueben Randle is available at Giants.com.

DT Chris Canty on WFAN: The audio of yesterday’s WFAN interview with DT Chris Canty is available at CBSNewYork.com.

Article on HB David Wilson and CB Jayron Holsey: Giants’ Wilson & Hosley Together Again by Michael Eisen of Giants.com

Article on HB David Wilson: Giants Need Better Running Game, and Wilson Could Be Their Man by Clark Judge of CBSSports.com

Articles on WR Rueben Randle:

• Randle Stands Out Among Rookies by Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPNNewYork.com
• Giants Rookie Rueben Randle Learning and Impressing During Rookie Mini-Camp by Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger

Article on TE Adrien Robinson: Rookie TE Adrien Robinson Has Giant-Size Skills by Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record

Article on FB/HB Joe Martinek: “Jersey Joe” Martinek Ready to Go by Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record

Article on OC Jamaal Jackson: Veteran C Jamaal Jackson Trying Out with Giants to See What’s Left in the Tank by Jorge Castillo of The Star-Ledger

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Four practices will be open to the press, but not the public:

• Two practices on Friday (10:05-11:45AM and 3:05-4:40PM)
• Two practices on Saturday (10:05-11:45AM and 3:05-4:40PM)

Head Coach Tom Coughlin, the offensive and defensive coordinators, and many of the players will be available to the press on both days as well.

Giants Agree to Terms with Two More Draft Picks: According to press reports, the Giants have agree to terms with CB Jayron Hosley (3rd round) and OT/OG Brandon Mosley (4th round). Both reportedly will sign 4-year deals.

The Giants agreed to terms with TE Adrien Robinson (4th round) and OT Matt McCants (6th round) earlier this week. Both will also sign 4-year deals.

Giants.com Q&A With WR Hakeem Nicks: The video of a recent Giants.com Q&A with WR Hakeem Nicks is available at Giants.com.

Article/Interview with WR Rueben Randle: Rueben Randle Ready for Taste of NFL, Big Apple by Marq Mitcham of the Bastrop Daily Enterprise

Article on Former Giants’ WR Stacy Robinson: ‘Team Guy’: Stacy Robinson Loved Being a Giant, Despite Everything by Greg Hanlon of CapitalNewYork.com

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Four practices will be open to the press, but not the public:

• Two practices on Friday (10:05-11:45AM and 3:05-4:40PM)
• Two practices on Saturday (10:05-11:45AM and 3:05-4:40PM)

Head Coach Tom Coughlin, the offensive and defensive coordinators, and many of the players will be available to the press on both days as well.

Giants Agree to Terms with OT Matt McCants: According to The Daily News, the Giants have agreed to terms with OT Matt McCants, their 6th round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. The contract is reportedly a 4-year deal. McCants is expected to sign the contract today in advance of the Giants’ three-day rookie mini-camp that opens on Friday.

McCants is the second Giants’ draft pick to agree to terms, joining 4th round TE Adrien Robinson.

Chad Jones Not Cleared to Practice: According to The Star-Ledger and New York Post, safety Chad Jones has not been cleared to practice during the upcoming rookie mini-camp on May 11-13. Jones would have been eligible to participate in the camp because he has no accrued NFL seasons.

The New York Post is reporting that the Giants are not planning for Jones to be able to play in 2012.

Jersey Numbers for Draft Picks Issued: The jersey numbers for the Giants’ seven draft picks have been assigned. See the Roster section of the website for details. Please keep in mind that these numbers could change once cuts are made in August and September.

Article on Former Giants WR Stacy Robinson: Giants WR Stacy Robinson (1962-2012) by Michael Eisen of Giants.com

Video Tribute to Former Giants WR Stacy Robinson: The Giants have created a video tribute to former Giants WR Stacy Robinson, who passed away on Tuesday.

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“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Stacy Robinson,” said Giants’ CEO and President John Mara. “He was a good man who was loved and respected by his teammates and everyone in this organization. His work on behalf of the Players Association was of great benefit to many players. He will be missed. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.”

Giants Agree to Terms with TE Adrien Robinson: According to press reports, the Giants have agreed to terms with TE Adrien Robinson, their 4th round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. The contract is reportedly a 4-year, $2.48 million deal. Robinson is expected to sign the contract when the Giants’ three-day rookie mini-camp opens on Friday.

OG D’Angelo McCray Not Signed: Immediately after the 2012 NFL Draft, various press and internet sources had reported that the Giants had signed undrafted rookie free agent OG D’Angelo McCray (Memphis). However, The Star-Ledger is reporting that McCray has been invited to the Giants’ mini-camp merely on a tryout basis.

According to Giants’ officials, the team has signed 10 undrafted rookies. Two of those mentioned publicly by the Giants are FB Joe Martinek (Rutgers) and S Janzen Jackson (McNeese State). The other eight should be officially revealed later this week. Those believed to have been signed are listed in the Draft Review and Rookie Free Agent Signings section of the website.

Giants.com Q&A With DE/LB Mathias Kiwanuka: The video of a recent Giants.com Q&A with DE/LB Mathias Kiwanuka is available at Giants.com.

Article on WRs Hakeem Nicks and Rueben Randle: Nicks Looking Forward to Helping Randle by Matt Ehalt of ESPNNewYork.com

Article on WR Rueben Randle: From Prep to Pro by Tabby Soignier of TheNewsStar.com

Article on DT Markus Kuhn: Markus Kuhn is Ready for New York by Ryan Tice of TheWolfpacker.com

Players React to QB Eli Manning’s Performance on “Saturday Night Live”: Giants Return to the Practice Field by Michael Eisen of Giants.com

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• As of now at wide receiver, Hakeem Nicks will remain outside with Victor Cruz in the slot in three wide receiver sets. “(The slot receiver) was what Cruz was this year,” Gilbride said. “He can play the outside, but he was much more proficient inside.” The Giants will be looking for one of the other veteran receivers such as Ramses Barden, Jerrel Jernigan, and Domenik Hixon to compete with rookie Rueben Randle for the other outside spot. Gilbride said Jernigan will have to adapt to being more of an outside receiver. “You need that third guy,” Gilbride said. “Hopefully, if not one of our returning veterans, Randle will be able to give us what we’re looking for.”

• On the offensive line, Gilbride said the team hasn’t made a decision yet on where everyone will play, but said the most likely lineup would have David Diehl at right tackle, Chris Snee at right guard, David Baas at center, Kevin Booth at left guard, and Will Beatty at left tackle. “That would certainly seem to be the most likely way to do it,” Gilbride said. “Those are your five guys starting…You have five starters but you got to get some guys behind that come to the forefront in case one of them goes down…There were too many changes and injuries with the guys (last season) so we never really meshed. We got better as the season went on and the playoffs we got it going a bit. Right now, to be honest, we’re throwing the ball so well that it opens up opportunities for the running game.”

• On newcomer TE Martellus Bennett: “I think he has the chance to be a very good all-around player; blocker, receiver, the whole bit,” Gilbride said. “He just hasn’t done it to the satisfaction of the Dallas people. We look at him and we see as a guy that physically has the chance to be very good.”

Travis Beckum Still Hoping to Return by Start of Season: TE/H-Back Travis Beckum tore the the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in the Super Bowl. The Daily News is reporting that Beckum still hopes to be able to return to action by the start of the 2012 season in September. According to the paper, Beckum is no longer using a brace and feels little pain. While he has not begun running yet, Beckum has progressed to strength exercises on the injured leg.

Notes and Quotes: QB Eli Manning on the team’s 2012 draft that was heavy on offensive players (five of the seven draft picks): “It’s always good when you can get good offensive guys to come join the team. I know they have a rookie mini-camp coming up this weekend, looking forward for them to get into the facility and get where I can start working with them, get ‘em kind of caught up with the offense and see how they can help us this year.”

The Giants’ rookie mini-camp will be held May 11-13.

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Article on DE Osi Umenyiora: Suggs Down, Ravens Should Jump at Chance to Get Umenyiora Out of N.Y. by Clark Judge of CBSSports.com

Article on HB Ahmad Bradshaw: Bradshaw Recalls Super Bowl TD Run by Doug Smock of The Gazette-Mail

Article on HB David Wilson: Boom or Bust: Is David Wilson New York’s Next Big Star? by SportIllustrated.com

Article on OT/OG Brandon Mosley: Offensive Lineman Brandon Mosley Drafted to the New York Giants by John Holtrop of The Auburn Plainsman

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