John Mara and Antrel Rolle on ESPN Radio; Rolle Will Go to Pro Bowl

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New York Giants President/CEO John Mara on ESPN Radio: The audio of Monday’s ESPN Radio interview with New York Giants President/CEO John Mara is available at ESPN.com.

Safety Antrel Rolle on ESPN Radio: The audio of Monday’s ESPN Radio interview with safety Antrel Rolle is available at ESPN.com.

Safety Antrel Rolle Will Go to Pro Bowl as Replacement: Safety Antrel Rolle was named to the Pro Bowl as a substitute. He will replace Seattle Seahawks safety Earl Thomas who will not be available due to his team’s participation in the Super Bowl. Rolle was credited with 98 tackles, 2 sacks, 12 pass defenses, 6 interceptions, and 1 forced fumble in 2013.

“It was definitely one of my best years,” said Rolle. “Not so much for the big plays I made, but for being a very, very consistent player at whatever position I’m asked to play. It’s going out there and playing that position at a dominant level. And for overall understanding of the game and understanding leadership, being a veteran guy. That speaks more for me than any interception I had or any sack. My leadership alone and being able to stand strong through times of adversity mean more to me than anything.”

Rolle has been voted to the Pro Bowl twice (2009 and 2010) and named All-Pro twice (2010 and 2013). Rolle will be the only Giant to play in the Pro Bowl this year.

Justin Pugh Has Thumb Surgery: Right tackle Justin Pugh tweeted on Monday that he had surgery on one of his thumbs. “Surgery on my thumb went great,” tweeted Pugh. “Procedure was nothing major. Hanging out now waiting to go home.”