The New York Giants defeated the New England Patriots, 21-17, in Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday. My thoughts after this one are that the Giants definitely have the Patriots' number. I also think that there shouldn't be any more Eli Manning doubters. Manning has proved again that he is a clutch player and now he has two Super Bowl wins (both against the Patriots) and two Super Bowl MVPs. He is a great quarterback.
What a catch by Mario Manningham. The whole thing had to be eerily reminiscent of Super Bowl XLII for Patriots fans. I couldn't believe all the similarities between the two games: a great catch on the winning drive for the Giants, and a go-ahead touchdown in the final minute. I'm not a Giants fan, but it was all beautiful to me because I just can't stand the Patriots. Good stuff, I'm quite happy with how it all turned out.
Showing posts with label New York Giants. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New York Giants. Show all posts
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Super Bowl pick
My pick for the Super Bowl is Giants 31 Patriots 28. I think both teams are good, but I think the Giants just have the "it" factor in this match-up. I think it will be a competitive game and should be fun to watch, particularly as both teams don't seem to like each other. Follow me on my Twitter handle for in-game updates and I will be back on here blogging post-game analysis. In case you didn't know, the game is scheduled to kick-off at 4:29 p.m. MT and will be broadcast on NBC.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Late game blunders help shape Super Bowl
Kyle Williams fumbled two punt returns, both leading to crucial scores by the New York Giants, who defeated the San Francisco 49ers 20-17 in overtime yesterday at Candlestick Park to advance to the Super Bowl. The Giants will face the New England Patriots in a rematch of the 2008 Super Bowl, which was won in dramatic fashion by the Giants to end the Patriots' bid for an unbeaten season.
The Patriots defeated the Baltimore Ravens 23-20, thanks to a badly missed 32-yard field goal attempt by Ravens kicker Billy Cundiff with 11 seconds to go in the game. After having some time to settle down (I was rooting for the Ravens and the 49ers yesterday), I do feel bad for Cundiff and Williams.
But, what a way to lose. I guess it's fair to say that athletes are human and have moments where they simply come up short. It's gotta hurt to know that your team still could have had a chance to go to the Super Bowl if not for your mistakes. I feel bad for both of those guys. Both contributed to their teams and certainly aren't solely responsible for the losses. It just leaves a sour taste in your mouth to be so close to victory and come up short in such a big game.
As for the Super Bowl, I see it being a close game. And... I'm going to take the Giants again in a bit of an upset. This team, coach Tom Coughlin and quarterback Eli Manning have a penchant for coming up big in big games, especially when people aren't exactly counting on them to win. Plus, the Giants won at New England in the regular season in dramatic fashion. That game, as much as any, shows that the team has the it factor.
All that being said, a number of Patriots players and coaches doubtless are motivated by such a devastating loss in the 2008 Super Bowl, not to mention a tough home loss to the Giants in the regular season. I expect a hard-hitting, smash-mouth, intense, close game from both sides, but I am going with the Giants to win it all.
The Patriots defeated the Baltimore Ravens 23-20, thanks to a badly missed 32-yard field goal attempt by Ravens kicker Billy Cundiff with 11 seconds to go in the game. After having some time to settle down (I was rooting for the Ravens and the 49ers yesterday), I do feel bad for Cundiff and Williams.
But, what a way to lose. I guess it's fair to say that athletes are human and have moments where they simply come up short. It's gotta hurt to know that your team still could have had a chance to go to the Super Bowl if not for your mistakes. I feel bad for both of those guys. Both contributed to their teams and certainly aren't solely responsible for the losses. It just leaves a sour taste in your mouth to be so close to victory and come up short in such a big game.
As for the Super Bowl, I see it being a close game. And... I'm going to take the Giants again in a bit of an upset. This team, coach Tom Coughlin and quarterback Eli Manning have a penchant for coming up big in big games, especially when people aren't exactly counting on them to win. Plus, the Giants won at New England in the regular season in dramatic fashion. That game, as much as any, shows that the team has the it factor.
All that being said, a number of Patriots players and coaches doubtless are motivated by such a devastating loss in the 2008 Super Bowl, not to mention a tough home loss to the Giants in the regular season. I expect a hard-hitting, smash-mouth, intense, close game from both sides, but I am going with the Giants to win it all.
Saturday, January 14, 2012
2nd round NFL playoff picks
Here's a look at the second round NFL games this weekend:
Saints at 49ers, 2:30 p.m. MT, FOX: I really want to pick the 49ers, especially at home, but my head says the Saints will win this game because of their incredible offense. San Francisco's defense is really strong and it will need to play well in order to keep the Niners in the game. Alex Smith and the offense will have to make sure they get touchdowns and not field goals in the red zone. I think the Saints win in a close one, 27-21.
Broncos at Patriots, 6 p.m. MT, CBS: I don't think the Broncos have any shot in this game. The Patriots are just too good and too seasoned. Even if the game was in Denver, the Broncos would be a long shot, but with the game in New England, there's is just no way I see an upset happening (as much as I would like to). Patriots win big, 38-14.
Texans at Ravens, 11 a.m. MT Sunday, CBS: The Texans will be lucky to get more than 10 points in this game, with a third or fourth string quarterback going against a notoriously stingy Baltimore defense. The Ravens will feed off the home crowd and win this one handily, 24-3.
Giants at Packers, 2:30 p.m. MT Sunday, FOX: The Giants have been playing well the last few weeks and gave the Packers a run for their money in the regular season in the Meadowlands. I think they will make this game closer than a lot of people are expecting. However, the Packers are going to be tough to beat at home and have a great quarterback in Aaron Rodgers. I'll take Green Bay, 35-28.
Saints at 49ers, 2:30 p.m. MT, FOX: I really want to pick the 49ers, especially at home, but my head says the Saints will win this game because of their incredible offense. San Francisco's defense is really strong and it will need to play well in order to keep the Niners in the game. Alex Smith and the offense will have to make sure they get touchdowns and not field goals in the red zone. I think the Saints win in a close one, 27-21.
Broncos at Patriots, 6 p.m. MT, CBS: I don't think the Broncos have any shot in this game. The Patriots are just too good and too seasoned. Even if the game was in Denver, the Broncos would be a long shot, but with the game in New England, there's is just no way I see an upset happening (as much as I would like to). Patriots win big, 38-14.
Texans at Ravens, 11 a.m. MT Sunday, CBS: The Texans will be lucky to get more than 10 points in this game, with a third or fourth string quarterback going against a notoriously stingy Baltimore defense. The Ravens will feed off the home crowd and win this one handily, 24-3.
Giants at Packers, 2:30 p.m. MT Sunday, FOX: The Giants have been playing well the last few weeks and gave the Packers a run for their money in the regular season in the Meadowlands. I think they will make this game closer than a lot of people are expecting. However, the Packers are going to be tough to beat at home and have a great quarterback in Aaron Rodgers. I'll take Green Bay, 35-28.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Michael Vick and the Eagles
First, if you haven't done so yet, check out my post about the Utah basketball team just a little ways down on the main page here. I put a lot of thought into it.
The Philadelphia Eagles (10-5) lost to the Minnesota Vikings (6-9) last night 24-14 in Philadelphia in the first Tuesday NFL game since 1946. The game was postponed from Sunday night due to inclement weather in the Philadelphia area and concerns over fan safety. Michael Vick played okay, but he may have been a little gimpy after taking a hit on the Eagles' first play from scrimmage. It was too bad because now the Eagles are out of the running for a first round bye, but still have the NFC East wrapped up as well as the 3-seed in the NFC Playoffs.
The Eagles look like they will play the Packers (9-6) or the Giants (9-6) at home in the first round depending on this weekend's results. The Eagles didn't look too sharp, but games like that happen and I'm not too worried about it. On the positive side, Philadelphia can rest its starters in this Sunday's home game against the Cowboys (5-10) as nothing they do will effect their playoff positioning.
In related news, Tucker Carlson said on Fox News Channel that Michael Vick "should have been executed" for his role in dog fighting that led to him serving a jail sentence. Carlson isn't happy that President Barack Obama has told Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie that he is happy that though he doesn't condone Vick's past actions, he is happy that Vick has gotten a second chance and doing well with it. I agree with the President, not Carlson. Vick did do some terrible things, but he paid his debt to society and I feel served an appropriate amount of time. As long as he doesn't do anything like that again, he has the right to get on with his life. Carlson's comments are just way out of line as his suggested punishment goes way beyond what the crime was. I'm happy that Vick is doing well and not just because he is helping out my team. People have a right to a second chance after they have paid their debt to society and Vick has certainly done that.
The Philadelphia Eagles (10-5) lost to the Minnesota Vikings (6-9) last night 24-14 in Philadelphia in the first Tuesday NFL game since 1946. The game was postponed from Sunday night due to inclement weather in the Philadelphia area and concerns over fan safety. Michael Vick played okay, but he may have been a little gimpy after taking a hit on the Eagles' first play from scrimmage. It was too bad because now the Eagles are out of the running for a first round bye, but still have the NFC East wrapped up as well as the 3-seed in the NFC Playoffs.
The Eagles look like they will play the Packers (9-6) or the Giants (9-6) at home in the first round depending on this weekend's results. The Eagles didn't look too sharp, but games like that happen and I'm not too worried about it. On the positive side, Philadelphia can rest its starters in this Sunday's home game against the Cowboys (5-10) as nothing they do will effect their playoff positioning.
In related news, Tucker Carlson said on Fox News Channel that Michael Vick "should have been executed" for his role in dog fighting that led to him serving a jail sentence. Carlson isn't happy that President Barack Obama has told Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie that he is happy that though he doesn't condone Vick's past actions, he is happy that Vick has gotten a second chance and doing well with it. I agree with the President, not Carlson. Vick did do some terrible things, but he paid his debt to society and I feel served an appropriate amount of time. As long as he doesn't do anything like that again, he has the right to get on with his life. Carlson's comments are just way out of line as his suggested punishment goes way beyond what the crime was. I'm happy that Vick is doing well and not just because he is helping out my team. People have a right to a second chance after they have paid their debt to society and Vick has certainly done that.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Eagles win in amazing fashion
The Philadelphia Eagles (10-4) beat the New York Giants (9-5) 38-31 yesterday in what is being deemed the "Miracle at the New Meadowlands". My Eagles trailed 31-10 with 7:28 to go in the game yesterday before making an incredible rally. Michael Vick led the Eagles on three scoring drives (with a perfectly executed, surprise onside kick mixed in with a defensive stop) to tie the game at 31 with just over a minute left. Vick made plays with his arm and his legs, showing how dangerous he is as a mobile quarterback. There were at least two or three times where I thought he was going to be sacked and then scrambled and gained about 30 yards. That just makes the Eagles that much harder to defend.
Anyway, I was pretty excited at the mere prospect of going to overtime after trailing by so many with half of the fourth quarter already gone. The Eagles held the Giants on their ensuing possession and New York was forced to punt with 14 seconds left on the clock. Punter Matt Dodge booted a low, line-drive that Eagles return man Desean Jackson initially muffed. Jackson recovered and ran down the sideline for the winning score as time expired. It was an incredible play. My props are to Vick for maintaining composure down the stretch and leading the drives, as well as the team for not giving up despite a big deficit. Jackson made a great play by not panicking when he didn't catch the punt cleanly and found a seam to get to the end zone. This game will be one that is talked about for years to come and I'm just glad that my team was able to come out on top.
Anyway, I was pretty excited at the mere prospect of going to overtime after trailing by so many with half of the fourth quarter already gone. The Eagles held the Giants on their ensuing possession and New York was forced to punt with 14 seconds left on the clock. Punter Matt Dodge booted a low, line-drive that Eagles return man Desean Jackson initially muffed. Jackson recovered and ran down the sideline for the winning score as time expired. It was an incredible play. My props are to Vick for maintaining composure down the stretch and leading the drives, as well as the team for not giving up despite a big deficit. Jackson made a great play by not panicking when he didn't catch the punt cleanly and found a seam to get to the end zone. This game will be one that is talked about for years to come and I'm just glad that my team was able to come out on top.
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