New York Giants Trade for Isaiah Simmons

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NEW YORK GIANTS TRADE FOR ISAIAH SIMMONS…
The New York Giants have acquired linebacker/safety Isaiah Simmons from the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for the team’s 7th-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

The 25-year old, 6’4”, 238-pound Simmons was originally drafted by the Cardinals in the 1st round of the 2020 NFL Draft (8th overall selection). In three seasons in Arizona, Simmons played in 50 regular-season games with 37 starts and was credited with 258 tackles, 7.5 sacks, 16 pass defenses, four interceptions, seven forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries.

Simmons is an extremely athletic and versatile player who has played at multiple positions, including on the defensive line, at linebacker, and in the secondary. He was never able to settle in at one position in Arizona. Simmons is a fast, run-and-hit player who is at his best when blockers are kept off of him. Simmons has one year and $1,010,000 left on his current contract.

“He’s almost 6’4”, around 240, explosive, high pick,” said Head Coach Brian Daboll. “So, just got off the phone with him a little while ago, said hello to him, introduced ourselves. We’ll put him in our system and start teaching him our stuff… I think he has some multiple-role potential, but again, we’ve got to see it… We’ll get him going and try to get him up to speed.”

PRINCE AMUKAMARA RETIRES AS A NEW YORK GIANT…
Cornerback Prince Amukamara has retired from the NFL as a New York Giant, who drafted him in the 1st round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Amukamara played five years for the Giants before spending time with the Jacksonville Jaguars (2016), Chicago Bears (2017-2019), Las Vegas Raiders (2020), Arizona Cardinals (2020), and New Orleans Saints (2021). With the Giants, Amukamara played in 55 regular-season games, starting 45. He also played in four post-season games, including Super Bowl XLVI.

The VIDEO of Amukamara’s remarks to the media are available on YouTube.

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL) and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RB Gary Brightwell (unknown), WR Sterling Shepard (rest day), TE Tommy Sweeney (unknown), OL Jack Anderson (unknown), DL Dexter Lawrence (rest day), DL Ryder Anderson (triceps), LB Cam Brown (unknown), CB Cor’Dale Flott (unknown), and S/CB Nick McCloud (unknown) did not practice on Thursday.

When asked about Sweeney, who was carted off of the field after suffering from an unspecified medical incident, Head Coach Brian Daboll responded, “He’s good. I mean, he’s still going through some evaluations. I’m not going to get into anything specific but appreciate you asking. But he’s still going through some stuff… He’s still getting looked at and just kind of leave it at that and keep the specifics in-house.”

HEAD COACH BRIAN DABOLL…
The transcript of Brian Daboll’s press conference on Thursday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
Their is no media availability to the team on Friday. The Giants play the Jets at MetLife Stadium on Saturday night in the final preseason game for both teams.

August 23, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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AUGUST 23, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held another training camp practice on Wednesday at Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The practices are no longer open to the public.

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL) and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RB Gary Brightwell (unknown), WR Parris Campbell (rest day?), TE Darren Waller (rest day), TE Tommy Sweeney (unknown), OL Marcus McKethan (rest day?), OL Jack Anderson (unknown), DL A’Shawn Robinson (rest day?), DL Ryder Anderson (triceps), LB Darrian Beavers (rest day?), LB Cam Brown (unknown), CB Cor’Dale Flott (unknown), and S/CB Nick McCloud (unknown) did not practice.

Sweeney, who did not practice, had to be carted off the field from the rehab area after receiving medical attention for an unspecified issue. The Giants issued a statement that said Sweeney “had a medical event and is under the care of medical professionals in the Giants athletic training room. He is stable, alert and conversant.”

Sweeney missed the 2020 season with myocarditis.

WR Cole Beasley (leg) and S Jason Pinnock (leg) returned to practice on a limited basis.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • The Giants were not in pads on Wednesday.
  • In 1-on-1 drills, cornerbacks Deonte Banks and Adoree’ Jackson made nice pass breakups.
  • In the same drills, QB Daniel Jones threw four straight touchdowns, to wide receivers Sterling Shepard, Bryce Ford-Wheaton, Jalin Hyatt, and Jamison Crowder.
  • After the ball was moved to the 5-yard line, QB Daniel Jones threw touchdowns to wideouts Sterling Shepard, Bryce-Ford Wheaton, Isaiah Hodgins, and Jaydon Mickens.
  • CB Gemon Green broke up three passes in these 1-on-1 drills.
  • In 11-on-11 drills, TE Lawrence Cager received first-team reps and caught a 30-yard pass in stride from QB Daniel Jones.
  • Off play action, QB Tyrod Taylor hit WR Darius Slayton on a long pass down the sideline.
  • RB Saquon Barkley broke off a number of runs for good yardage.
  • QB Daniel Jones connected with RB Saquon Barkley on a long touchdown pass down the sideline.
  • Cornerbacks Darnay Holmes (twice) and Tre Hawkins broke up passes, with Hawkins almost intercepting the pass from QB Daniel Jones intended for WR Darius Slayton. However, Jones later connected with Slayton on a deep pass against Hawkins for a touchdown.
  • OLB Oshane Ximines got into the backfield for a “sack.”

THE COACHES SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following coaches are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

THE PLAYERS SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following players are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
The New York Giants practice Thursday (11:45AM-1:15PM). Head Coach Brian Daboll and select players will also address the media.

August 22, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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AUGUST 22, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held another training camp practice on Tuesday at Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The practices are no longer open to the public.

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL) and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RB Gary Brightwell (unknown), WR Cole Beasley (leg), WR Sterling Shepard (rest day), TE Tommy Sweeney (unknown), OL Jack Anderson (unknown), DL Leonard Williams (rest day), DL Ryder Anderson (triceps), LB Cam Brown (unknown), CB Cor’Dale Flott (unknown), S/CB Nick McCloud (unknown), and S Jason Pinnock (leg) did not practice.

OL Tyre Phillips (unknown) returned to practice on a limited basis.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • Today was a run-heavy practice in full pads.
  • TE Darren Waller continued to shine in practice, catching a number of passes including a juggling reception despite tight coverage from CB Adoree’ Jackson.
  • DL A’Shawn Robinson, ILB Micah McFadden, and S Dane Belton all worked with the starting defense.
  • Defensive linemen Jordon Riley and D.J. Davidson also received first-team reps.
  • The rotation at guard continued, including Mark Glowinski getting snaps at left guard.
  • WR Jalin Hyatt caught a 60-yard deep ball for a touchdown from QB Tyrod Taylor, beating defensive backs Alex Cook and Amani Oruwariye.
  • CB Tre Hawkins broke up a pass intended for WR Jamison Crowder and CB Adoree’ Jackson broke up pass intended for WR Darius Slayton.
  • OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux picked up another “sack.”
  • QB Daniel Jones was 12-of-14 with two red-zone touchdowns to WR Darius Slayton. Four of his completions went to TE Darren Waller.

HEAD COACH BRIAN DABOLL…
The transcript of Brian Daboll’s press conference on Tuesday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
The New York Giants practice Wednesday afternoon (12:45-2:45PM). The team’s coordinators will also address the media.

August 21, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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AUGUST 21, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held another training camp practice on Monday at Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The practices are no longer open to the public.

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL) and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RB Gary Brightwell (unknown), WR Cole Beasley (leg), TE Tommy Sweeney (unknown), OL Tyre Phillips (unknown), OL Jack Anderson (unknown), DL Ryder Anderson (triceps), LB Cam Brown (unknown), CB Cor’Dale Flott (unknown), S/CB Nick McCloud (unknown), and S Jason Pinnock (leg) did not practice.

DL Rakeem Nunez-Roches (groin) was limited. WR Collin Johnson (knee) returned to practice. CB Darren Evans (unknown) left practice early.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • The Giants were not in full pads.
  • With Jason Pinnock out, Dane Belton started at safety.
  • First-team offensive line was LT Andrew Thomas, OC John Michael Schmitz, and RT Evan Neal with Ben Bredeson, Mark Glowinski, and Joshua Ezeudu rotating constantly at the two guard spots. Glowinski even got reps at left guard.
  • The offensive line struggled blocking the Giants’ defensive front. QB Daniel Jones was “sacked” six times.
  • In 11-on-11 drills, CB Tre Hawkins intercepted QB Daniel Jones in the end zone. He also had a pass defense on WR Isaiah Hodgins.
  • By all accounts, DE Leonard Williams had a “monster” practice and was “living in the backfield,” beating all of the different guards he faced.
  • OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux beat RT Evan Neal for three “sacks” and disrupted other plays. Thibodeaux also made a tackle for a loss.
  • OLB Azeez Ojulari also had a “sack” and a tackle for loss on a screen pass to TE Darren Waller.
  • QB Tyrod Taylor threw a touchdown to WR Sterling Shepard. The Giants back-up corners had issues covering Shepard.
  • QB Tommy DeVito connected on a deep pass to WR David Sills.
  • S Xavier McKinney picked off a “Hail Mary” pass.
  • QB Daniel Jones finished practice 8-of-12 with one touchdown and one interception. The touchdown throw was to WR Parris Campbell.

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER BRANDON BROWN…
The transcript of Brandon Brown’s press conference on Monday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

HEAD COACH BRIAN DABOLL…
The transcript of Brian Daboll’s press conference on Monday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

THE PLAYERS SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following players are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
The New York Giants practice Tuesday afternoon (12:45-2:45PM). Head Coach Brian Daboll and select players will also address the media.

August 16, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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AUGUST 16, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held another training camp practice on Wednesday at Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The practices are no longer open to the public.

GIANTS CUT LINEBACKER…
The Giants have waived/injured inside linebacker Troy Brown, who suffered what appeared to be an ankle injury at practice on Tuesday. The Giants signed Troy Brown as an undrafted rookie free agent after the 2023 NFL Draft.

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL) and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RB Gary Brightwell (unknown), WR Cole Beasley (leg), WR Sterling Shepard (rest day), WR Collin Johnson (knee), TE Darren Waller (rest day), LT Andrew Thomas (rest day), OL Tyre Phillips (unknown), DL Dexter Lawrence (rest day), DL Ryder Anderson (triceps), and LB Cam Brown (unknown) did not practice.

RT Evan Neal officially cleared the concussion protocol.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • Giants practiced indoors in shorts and shells. It was a “carded” (aka game plan) practice where the team practiced a lot of situational work in preparation for Friday’s preseason game.
  • First-team offensive line was LT Matt Peart, OC John Michael Schmitz, and RT Evan Neal with Ben Bredeson, Mark Glowinski, and Joshua Ezeudu rotating constantly at the two guard spots.
  • Marcus McKethan was the second-team right guard.
  • Shane Lemieux was the second- and third-team center.
  • Julién Davenport practiced with the third team at both tackle spots.
  • Lawrence Cager received some first team reps at tight end.
  • Jordan Riley saw snaps with the first team defensive line.
  • Micah McFadden continues to practice with the first team at inside linebacker.
  • QB Daniel Jones connected on a 60-yard to WR Jalin Hyatt. Jones also threw another deep pass to WR Darius Slayton.
  • WR Jalin Hyatt was used on an end around.
  • Safety Bobby McCain picked off a pass from QB Tyrod Taylor.
  • CB Adoree’ Jackson picked off one pass and broke up another.
  • S Dane Belton almost picked off a pass from QB Tommy DeVito.
  • CB Deonte Banks was step for step on an incomplete pass to WR Darius Slayton, as did CB Tre Hawkins on a deep pass to WR Isaiah Hodgins.
  • OC John Michael Schmitz picked up a twist from OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux.
  • Giants ran a fake punt with RB Matt Breida picking up good yardage.
  • WR Bryce Ford-Wheaton made a leaping touchdown catch on a pass from QB Tommy DeVito.

THE COACHES SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following coaches are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

THE PLAYERS SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following players are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
There is no media availability to the team on Thursday. The Giants play the Carolina Panthers at MetLife Stadium on Friday.

August 15, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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Deonte Banks, New York Giants (August 1, 2023)

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AUGUST 15, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held another training camp practice on Tuesday at Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The practices are no longer open to the public.

GIANTS ADD TWO PLAYERS…
Though not officially announced, the Giants have signed free agent offensive tackle Julién Davenport, who was cut by the Arizona Cardinals in June. The 28-year old, 6’7”, 315-pound Davenport was originally drafted in the 4th round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Houston Texans. He has spent time with the Texans (2017-2018), Miami Dolphins (2019-2020), Indianapolis Colts (2021), Chicago Bears (2022), and Cardinals (2022-2023). Davenport has played in 60 regular-season games with 32 starts. His last action came in 2021 with Colts when he started four games.

The Giants also claimed linebacker Ray Wilborn off of waivers from the Denver Broncos. The 26-year old, 6’3”, 230-pound Wilborn was originally signed as an undrafted rookie free agent by the Atlanta Falcons after the 2020 NFL Draft. He has spent time with the Falcons (2020), Pittsburgh Steelers (2020), Green Bay Packers (2021-2022), and Broncos (2022-2023). Wilbon has played in only two NFL regular-season games with no starts, both with the Broncos in 2022.

To make room for Wilborn, the Giants waived/injured offensive lineman Devery Hamilton with a left foot/ankle injury. Hamilton was signed to the Practice Squad in October 2021 where he spent the remainder of the season. In 2022, Hamilton played in nine regular-season games with no starts. Most of his playing time came on special teams. The 6’6”, 311-pound Hamilton was originally signed as an undrafted rookie free agent by the Las Vegas Raiders after the 2021 NFL Draft. The Raiders released him from their Practice Squad in September 2021.

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL) and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RB Gary Brightwell (unknown), WR Cole Beasley (leg), WR Collin Johnson (knee), OL Tyre Phillips (unknown), DL Ryder Anderson (triceps), LB Cam Brown (unknown), and S Nick McCloud (unknown) did not practice.

RT Evan Neal (concussion protocol) was limited to non-contact drills.

ILB Troy Brown left practice early with a possible ankle injury.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • Giants were in full pads for a run-heavy practice.
  • First-team offensive line was LT Andrew Thomas, LG Joshua Ezeudu, OC John Michael Schmitz, RG Ben Bredeson, and RT Matt Peart. Mark Glowinski also rotated in at right guard.
  • Micah McFadden teamed with Bobby Okereke at inside linebacker with the first unit.
  • The starting outside corners were Deonte Banks and Tre Hawkins with Adoree’ Jackson playing in the slot.
  • For the second day in a row, Cor’Dale Flott practiced outside with the second unit.
  • OLB Azeez Ojulari stood out in 1-on-1 pass rush drills.
  • Also in 1-on-1 drills, QB Daniel Jones connected with WR Jalin Hyatt on a deep touchdown pass, as did QB Tommy Devito to WR Jaydon Mickens.
  • RB Saquon Barkley broke a long run off the edge of the defense with WR Jalin Hyatt making a key block.
  • ILB Darrian Beavers flashed in run defense in 11-on-11 drills.
  • QB Daniel Jones threw a touchdown to WR Isaiah Hodgins despite tight coverage from CB Deonte Banks.
  • Cornerbacks Adoree’ Jackson and Amani Oruwariye knocked away passes.
  • OLB Tomon Fox had a “sack” and disrupted a screen pass.

THE COACHES SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following coaches are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

THE PLAYERS SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following players are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
The New York Giants practice Wednesday morning (10:00AM-Noon). Head Coach Brian Daboll, the offensive and defensive position coaches, and select players will also address the media.

August 14, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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AUGUST 14, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held another training camp practice on Monday at Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The practices are no longer open to the public.

“We are still in training camp mode, we will be in training camp mode here for the next couple of weeks so a lot to work on,” said Head Coach Brian Daboll before practice.

INJURY REPORT – D.J. DAVIDSON COMES OFF PUP…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL) and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

DL D.J. Davidson (ACL) passed his physical and was activated off of the PUP.

RB Gary Brightwell (unknown), WR Collin Johnson (knee), OL Tyre Phillips (unknown), OT Devery Hamilton (unknown), DL Ryder Anderson (triceps), LB Cam Brown (unknown), and S Nick McCloud (unknown) did not practice.

When asked about Johnson, who was injured during the game against the Lions, Head Coach Brian Daboll replied. “I don’t think it’s long term, but I’m not a doctor either.”

RT Evan Neal (concussion protocol) returned to practice but was limited to non-contact drills. DL Rakeem Nunez-Roches (groin) also returned to practice.

TE Daniel Bellinger (unknown) appeared to be in some discomfort during 1-on-1 drills and did not participate in team drills.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • Giants were in shorts and shells.
  • First-team offensive line was LT Andrew Thomas, LG Ben Bredeson, OC John Michael Schmitz, RG Mark Glowinski, and RT Matt Peart.
  • Joshua Ezeudu also rotated in with the first team at left guard and Ben Bredeson rotated in at right guard.
  • Marcus McKethan worked at third-team right guard.
  • Shane Lemieux was the second-team center.
  • RB Jashaun Corbin received first-team reps as did TE Tommy Sweeney and wide receivers Sterling Shepard and Cole Beasley.
  • Giants employed some 3-3-5 defense today with DL A’Shawn Robinson teaming with defensive linemen Dexter Lawrence and Leonard Williams.
  • Micah McFadden teamed with Bobby Okereke at inside linebacker with the first unit. McFadden nearly had an interception in team drills.
  • The starting outside corners were Deonte Banks and Tre Hawkins with Adoree’ Jackson playing in the slot.
  • The second-string slot cornerback was Darnay Holmes with Cor’Dale Flott practicing outside with the second unit.
  • Dane Belton was the third safety in three-safety packages with the first unit.
  • In 1-on-1 drills, QB Daniel Jones threw touchdowns to TE Darren Waller and wide receivers Jalin Hyatt (twice), Jamison Crowder, Isaiah Hodgins, and Sterling Shepard.
  • Cornerbacks Deonte Banks and Tre Hawkins each broke up a pass.
  • Also in 1-on-1 drills, QB Tyrod Taylor threw touchdowns to wideouts Kalil Pimpleton and Jaydon Mickens.
  • A pass from QB Tyrod Taylor was deflected (possibly by ILB Darrian Beavers) and intercepted by safety Gervarrius Owens, who later broke up a pass intended for TE Tommy Sweeney.
  • In the 2-minute drill, safety Dane Belton jumped an out route run by WR Darius Slayton, intercepting the pass from QB Daniel Jones and returning it for a touchdown.
  • Other than the interception QB Daniel Jones had a very sharp day. He started practice 11-of-11 with four touchdowns and completed his first 17 passes before an incompletion. Jones finished practice 22-of-26 with five touchdowns (all inside the 10-yard line).
  • In team drills, QB Daniel Jones threw a “perfect” pass up the middle to RB Saquon Barkley despite tight coverage from ILB Bobby Okereke.
  • TE Darren Waller had a fantastic practice, dominating 1-on-1 drills as well as catching six passes and multiple touchdowns in 11-on-11 drills from QB Daniel Jones. Wide receivers Isaiah Hodgins and Parris Campbell also had touchdown receptions from Jones.
  • WR Sterling Shepard had a strong practice, giving both rookie corners Deonte Banks and Tre Hawkins issues.
  • QB Tommy DeVito threw a touchdown to WR Jalin Hyatt on a corner route.
  • TE Chris Myarick caught two touchdowns, one from QB Tyrod Taylor and one from QB Tommy DeVito.

HEAD COACH BRIAN DABOLL…
The transcript of Brian Daboll’s press conference on Monday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

THE PLAYERS SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following players are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
The New York Giants practice Tuesday morning (10:00AM-Noon). Team coordinators and select players will also address the media.

August 9, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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AUGUST 9, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held their twelve summer training camp practice of the year on Wednesday. This was the second of two practices held with the Detroit Lions at their facilities in Michigan. This was the last summer practice to be open to the public.

“Productive day (on Tuesday),” said Head Coach Brian Daboll before Wednesday’s practice. “Got a lot of good work and that’s what practice is for. It was a lot of different looks, good competition. I thought it was a productive day, looking for another one today.”

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL), DL D.J. Davidson (ACL), and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RB Gary Brightwell (leg?), WR Sterling Shepard (rest day), RT Evan Neal (concussion protocol), OT Devery Hamilton (ankle?), DL Rakeem Nunez-Roches (groin), and DL Ryder Anderson (triceps) did not practice. Hamilton was spotted in a boot.

OL Marcus McKethan (knee) and DL A’Shawn Robinson (knee), who were both activated off of the PUP on Monday, were limited and did not participate in team drills.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • First-team offensive line was LT Andrew Thomas, LG Ben Bredeson, OC John Michael Schmitz, RG Mark Glowinski, and RT Matt Peart.
  • Josh Ezeudu also saw reps with the first unit at left guard and Ben Bredeson with the first unit at right guard.
  • Micah McFadden started at inside linebacker with Darnay Holmes at slot corner.
  • In 1-on-1 drills, defensive linemen Dexter Lawrence (2-0) and Leonard Williams (2-0) flashed as did outside linebackers Kayvon Thibodeaux and Azeez Ojulari.
  • Also in 1-on-1 drills, LT Andrew Thomas (3-0) and OC John Michael Schmitz (2-0) won their match-ups. According to one report, the Giants’ first-team offensive line won all of their 1-on-1 match-ups.
  • In 7-on-7 drills, QB Daniel Jones went 6-of-7 with a touchdowns to TE Darren Waller, RB Saquon Barkley, and WR Cole Beasley.
  • QB Tyrod Taylor threw touchdowns to WR Bryce Ford-Wheaton and TE Tommy Sweeney.
  • Also in 7-on-7 drills, CB Deonte Banks broke up a pass intended for WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. CB Gemon Green picked off a pass. ILB Bobby Okereke broke up two passes.
  • In team, 11-on-11 drills, QB Daniel Jones completed his first three passes, the highlight being a deep in cut to WR Isaiah Hodgins. Pass protection on these plays was solid.
  • Also in 11-on-11, the Giants’ defense did not allow a first down on Detroit’s first four plays. DL Leonard Williams and ILB Micah McFadden also had “sacks.”
  • Offensive linemen Matt Peart and Ben Bredeson had nice blocks on an outside run by RB Jashaun Corbin for a sizable gain.
  • In 11-on-11, QB Daniel Jones threw two touchdowns to WR Darius Slayton, including a 25-yarder over the middle and another in the back corner of the end zone. Jones did underthrow Slayton on potentially another touchdown and had an interception dropped on a pass intended for WR Jalin Hyatt.
  • S Dane Belton, playing with the first team, forced two fumbles. One was recovered by himself on a strip on a play where he would have scored. The other fumble was recovered by OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux. Belton also had a pass defense.
  • OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux set the edge on a running play with Thibodeaux possibly recovering another fumble.
  • CB Rodarius Williams had a pass defense on a deep pass.
  • QB Tyrod Taylor was “sacked,” but on next play, he rolled right and hit WR Jamison Crowder for a 30-yard touchdown.
  • QB Daniel Jones finished 11-on-11 drills 12-of-17 with five touchdowns. Outside of the red-zone, he was 8-of-11 with two touchdowns. The touchdown passes were to WR Darius Slayton (2),  WR Parris Campbell (2), and TE Darren Waller (1). WR Isaiah Hodgins had three catches.
  • QB Tyrod Taylor hit TE Daniel Bellinger for a touchdown. The Taylor-to-WR Collin Johnson connection also continued to make plays down the field.
  • First-team run defense was strong and both first- and second-team defense got good pressure on the quarterback.
  • Those getting “sacks” or close to the quarterback including DL Dexter Lawrence, OLB Tomon Fox, OLB Tashawn Bower, and CB Cor’Dale Flott.
  • DL Jordon Riley saw time with the first-team in three-defensive linemen sets and flashed in run defense.
  • RB Saquon Barkley did not participate much in team drills.
  • Running backs Eric Gray and James Robinson had nice gains on running plays.

HEAD COACH BRIAN DABOLL…
The transcript of Brian Daboll’s press conference on Wednesday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
There is no media availability to the team on Thursday. The Giants play the Lions in Detroit on Friday in the team’s first preseason game.

August 8, 2023 New York Giants Training Camp Report

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AUGUST 8, 2023 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held their eleventh summer training camp practice of the year on Tuesday. This was the first of two practices held with the Detroit Lions at their facilities in Michigan. The Giants were in full pads for only the fourth time this summer.

“Looking forward to having a good competitive couple of days here,” said Head Coach Brian Daboll before practice. “I think it’s kind of the next step for training camp when you practice against another team. I think there is competitive juices, the coaches have it, the players have it, but we are going to try to practice the right way against a really good team.”

INJURY REPORT…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL), DL D.J. Davidson (ACL), and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

RT Evan Neal (concussion protocol), DL Rakeem Nunez-Roches (groin), and DL Ryder Anderson (triceps) did not practice.

OL Marcus McKethan (knee) and DL A’Shawn Robinson (knee), who were both activated off of the PUP yesterday, were limited and did not participate in team drills.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • The Giants were in full pads for the fourth time this summer.
  • In 1-on-1 drills, defensive back Nick McCloud intercepted a pass intended for WR Avery Davis.
  • CB Adoree’ Jackson broke up two passes.
  • Corners Tre Hawkins, Darnay Holmes, Amani Oruwariye, and Zyon Gilbert all caused incompletions.
  • In 7-on-7 drills, QB Daniel Jones was 6-of-8 with his wideouts getting good separation.
  • Also in 7-on-7 drills, Giants’ defense allowed 8-of-8 completions.
  • First-team offensive line was LT Andrew Thomas, LG Ben Bredeson, OC John Michael Schmitz, RG Mark Glowinski, and RT Matt Peart.
  • Josh Ezeudu also saw time with the first unit at left guard and Ben Bredeson saw time with the first team at right guard.
  • Micah McFadden saw reps with the first team at inside linebacker.
  • DE Aidan Hutchinson was untouched on one rush and “sacked” QB Daniel Jones.
  • QB Daniel Jones finished 11-on-11 team drills 7-of-15 with a couple of “sacks” a number of missed passes to open receivers.
  • In initial team drills, the Giants’ defense prevented the Lions’ offensive from getting a first down in four plays, two pass and two run.
  • However, as team drills progressed, the Lions’ offense was able to find some success with passes to the tight ends and crossing routes over the middle as well as running outside the tackles. Interior run defense for the Giants was solid.
  • Minus RB Saquon Barkley, Detroit’s starting defense stopped the Giants in the first red-zone drills, despite two extra plays. Meanwhile, the Lions’ first-team offense scored on their red-zone opportunity.
  • In team drills, S Bobby McCain broke up a couple of passes and S Jason Pinnock prevented a reception.
  • NT Dexter Lawrence, DL Leonard Williams, and OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux disrupted plays in the backfield.
  • ILB Darrian Beavers shut down a screen pass.
  • Defensive backs Gervarrius Owens, Dane Belton, and Gemon Green would have had “sacks” on blitzes.
  • WR Jalin Hyatt got good separation on his routes in both 1-on-1 and team drills.
  • Wideouts Sterling Shepard and Cole Beasley made plays in the passing game.
  • RB Saquon Barkley had good gains on both an outside run and a screen pass. Both running backs Eric Gray and James Robinson had good runs as well.
  • QB Tyrod Taylor hit WR Collin Johnson for a touchdown on a fade pass.

HEAD COACH BRIAN DABOLL…
The transcript of Brian Daboll’s press conference on Tuesday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

THE PLAYERS SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following players are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
The Giants hold their second and final joint practice with the Detroit Lions on Wednesday (10:30AM-12:35PM). Head Coach Brian Daboll and select players will also address the media.

A’Shawn Robinson and Marcus McKethan Activated Off of PUP

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AUGUST 7, 2022 NEW YORK GIANTS TRAINING CAMP REPORT…
The New York Giants held their tenth summer training camp practice of the year on Monday at Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. With the team traveling to Detroit later on in the day, the team held a light practice that lasted about an hour.

“We’re not going to do a ton out here, limited practice with the travel time, move around a little bit, have some 7-on-7, some individual work and then head to Detroit,” said Head Coach Brian Daboll before practice.

INJURY REPORT – MARCUS McKETHAN AND A’SHAWN ROBINSON ACTIVATED…
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (ACL), DL D.J. Davidson (ACL), and CB Aaron Robinson (ACL) remain on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) List.

OG Marcus McKethan (ACL) and DL A’Shawn Robinson (meniscus) passed their physicals and were activated off of the PUP. Both returned to practice.

RT Evan Neal (concussion protocol), DL Rakeem Nunez-Roches (groin), and DL Ryder Anderson (triceps) did not practice.

PRACTICE NOTES…
Some snippets from various media sources:

  • With the team traveling to Detroit later in the day, today’s practice was a light one, lasting only about an hour.
  • For the second practice in a row, Josh Ezeudu was at left guard, Ben Bredeson at center, and Matt Peart at right tackle.
  • First-team inside linebackers were Bobby Okereke and Micah McFadden.
  • The slot corner was Cor’Dale Flott with Adoree’ Jackson also receiving some slot corner snaps.

HEAD COACH BRIAN DABOLL…
The transcript of Brian Daboll’s press conference on Monday is available in The Corner Forum while the video is available on YouTube.

THE PLAYERS SPEAK…
Transcripts and video clips of the media sessions with the following players are available in The Corner Forum and on YouTube:

WHAT’S UP NEXT…
The Giants hold joint practices with the Detroit Lions in Michigan on Tuesday and Wednesday. The team’s first preseason game is against the Lions in Detroit on Friday.

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