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tr1
September-24th-2006, 03:31 AM
I think the Seahawks have plenty of film on the Giants playing against a WCO without a running game...imagine if they confront a WCO with a running game...like today.

By ERNIE PALLADINO
THE JOURNAL NEWS

http://www.thejournalnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060923/SPORTS01/609230322/1042/SPORTS

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Corey Webster wished he knew.

"I can't explain it," the Giants' left cornerback said.

Sam Madison had the general answer.

"We can play better," the Giants' right corner said.

They had better. After watching the secondary struggle through two games now, the worst of which came over the first three quarters of last week's win in Philadelphia, it is clear the defensive backs have had trouble covering people.

Tomorrow they will face a Seattle offense that not only is trying to find its identity, but will try to do it this week with the deepest set of receivers the Giants have played yet.

Former Patriot Deion Branch is ready for action, and Darrell Jackson leads the way with 10 catches for 174 yards and a touchdown. Bobby Engram follows him with nine catches for 103 yards.

While former Viking Nate Burleson and second-year wide receiver D.J. Hackett await extensive use, the first-time activation of Branch since his trade from New England last week gives the Seahawks a dangerous recipe of experienced possession receivers and downfield speed.

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BlueTiki21
September-24th-2006, 09:00 AM
I would be lying if I said I wasn't concerned. Although, in my opinion, the secondary isn't alone. I feel that the linebackers and the line have struggled as well. The defense needs to start coming together, or else this could be a long season.

DWinzit
September-24th-2006, 09:12 AM
If those Giant DE's can't get pressure, Hasselbeck is going to have a huge day!

OWUeagleMD
September-24th-2006, 09:48 AM
If those Giant DE's can't get pressure, Hasselbeck is going to have a huge day!

Well you can pretty much declare that the Giants DTs won't get any pressure. It's just a matter of their DEs getting enough to compensate.

dsciambi
September-24th-2006, 10:00 AM
I think for the entire season, if the Giants can get the turnover differential they had last year, they'll at least go 8-8. If not, that brutal schedule could mean a really bad season in New York.

the burgundy and gold
September-24th-2006, 10:35 AM
If those Giant DE's can't get pressure, Hasselbeck is going to have a huge day!


Hasselback hasn't played well this year, lets hope he can break out of it today and throw for a few TDs:point2sky