New York Giants
Prince Amukamara - #20 - CB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 0"/ 207 lbs. |
| Birthday | 06/06/1989 |
| Birthplace | Glendale, AZ |
| College | Nebraska |
| Years played | 3 |
| Drafted | 2011, 1st round, 19th pick by Giants |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 53 | 0 | 1 |
Giants-Patriots preseason game time changed
The kickoff of the Giants-Patriots preseason game on Wednesday, Aug. 29 has been changed from 7:30 p.m. ET to 7 p.m. ET.
Coughlin says 'chance' DT Shaun Rogers might play
Despite developing a blood clot in his left leg a little more than a week ago, there is a chance DT Shaun Rogers might play this season.
AP Source: Strahan close to deal with 'Live!'
Michael Strahan is in talks to be named co-host of "Live!" beside Kelly Ripa.
Report: Bears to work out P Dodge
The Bears will work out former Giants P Matt Dodge, ESPNChicago.com reported Tuesday.
Coughlin addresses viral video of Giants' prank
Giants head coach Tom Coughlin was asked Sunday about a video of CB Prince Amukamara getting thrown into a tub of ice water that went viral.
Giants sign DT Thomas
The Giants signed former Broncos DT Marcus Thomas to a one-year deal on Thursday, ESPN’s Josina Anderson first reported.
Carey, No Doubt to perform before first NFL game
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Giants DT Rogers out for season with blood clot
Giants DT Shaun Rogers will miss the 2012 season because of a blood clot in his left calf, head coach Tom Coughlin told reporters Tuesday.
Giants WR Nicks activated from PUP list
Giants WR Hakeem Nicks has been activated from the physically-unable-to-perform list, the team announced Monday.
Giants still must develop better CB depth
Even with good news on Terrell Thomas' knee, the Giants must get better play from its other CB options, including Prince Amukamara.
Giants CB Thomas says 3-8 weeks needed to rehab knee
Giants CB Terrell Thomas said he might need anywhere from 3-8 weeks before returning to the field.
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Giants MLB Mark Herzlich is competing for a starting role on defense.
PLAYER NEWS
Amukamara was inactive for Sunday's game against Atlanta.|||||||
Amukamara, who has played in 10 straight games and suffered his injury in the fourth quarter against New Orleans last Sunday, has battled back problems and a broken toe since his rookie season last year.
Amukamara is inactive for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.|||||||
Amukamara was projected as a starter for the Super Bowl champions after Terrell Thomas was lost for the second straight season with a knee injury. He has missed both regular-season games with a high ankle sprain. Rookie Jayron Hosley got the start Sunday.
Amukamara remains sidelined as he recovers from a fractured bone in his left foot.|||||||
Amukamara has returned to practice and could debut soon.
Amukamara has completed his first practice with the New York Giants, hours after signing a four-year, $8.18 million contract.|||||||
Amukamara looked a little lost Friday, closely following secondary coach Dave Merritt during special teams drills and veterans during defensive portions of the two-plus hour training camp workout at the Giants' headquarters. The 19th pick overall, Amukamara took a dawn flight from Nebraska and didn't arrive at the team facility until well after the team started its day.
The Giants didn't hesitate to take Nebraska cornerback Prince Amukamara with the 19th pick overall when the Big 12 defensive player of the year was still available Thursday night.|||||||
General manager Jerry Reese and coach Tom Coughlin both said that Amukamara was the highest rated player on their board when they picked. But the Giants braintrust still discussed the choice. The team even waited a few minutes to see if anyone was willing to make a trade offer, but no one tempted them to pass on Amukamara, who Reese described as a quality individual on and off the field.
