Inner Circle
Week 9 of the 2009 Regular Season
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Redskins | - |
| Falcons | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Packers | - |
| Buccaneers | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Dolphins | - |
| Patriots | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Chiefs | - |
| Jaguars | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Texans | - |
| Colts | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Ravens | - |
| Bengals | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Cardinals | - |
| Bears | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Panthers | - |
| Saints | - |
| 4:05 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Lions | - |
| Seahawks | - |
| 4:05 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Chargers | - |
| Giants | - |
| 4:15 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Titans | - |
| 49ers | - |
| 4:15 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Cowboys | - |
| Eagles | - |
| 8:20 p.m. ET | |
| Mon 11/9 | |
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| Steelers | - |
| Broncos | - |
| 8:30 p.m. ET | |
New York Giants (5-3-0)
Giants not doing what they do best
The Giants are entering a critical stretch of their season with a need to regain their identity on offense, defense and special teams.
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PLAYER NEWS
Rouse, Aaron (S)
Riding a three-game losing streak, the Giants decided Friday to insert Aaron Rouse into the starting lineup at safety for Sunday's game against the San Diego Chargers.
Rouse will replace beleaguered veteran C.C. Brown, who has been beaten twice on deep passes for touchdowns during the losing streak.
Rouse will replace beleaguered veteran C.C. Brown, who has been beaten twice on deep passes for touchdowns during the losing streak.
Jacobs, Brandon (RB)
Jacobs rushed for 86 yards on 20 carries in Sunday's 40-17 loss in Philadelphia.
After running for 104 yards in the season's first two games, Jacobs has averaged nearly 75 yards over the last six and 4.1 yards per carry.
After running for 104 yards in the season's first two games, Jacobs has averaged nearly 75 yards over the last six and 4.1 yards per carry.
Smith, Steve (WR)
Smith had eight receptions for 68 yards in the Giants' 40-17 loss in Philadelphia on Sunday.
Smith already has a career-best 662 yards this season and need four receptions to tie his 57 from 2008. If Mario Manningham remains out with injury, he could be Eli Manning's top target.
Smith already has a career-best 662 yards this season and need four receptions to tie his 57 from 2008. If Mario Manningham remains out with injury, he could be Eli Manning's top target.
Manning, Eli (QB)
Manning struggled once again in throwing two interceptions in a 40-17 loss in Philadelphia on Sunday. He was 20 of 39 for 222 yards and a touchdown.
Manning has six of his eight interceptions over the last three games. He also has 13 TDs with at least one in every game.
Manning has six of his eight interceptions over the last three games. He also has 13 TDs with at least one in every game.
Manningham, Mario (WR)
Manningham is inactive for Sunday's game in Philadelphia. He hurt his left shoulder on the last play of practice Thursday and was held out of the team's final workout the following day.
Manningham has started six of seven games this season, catching 28 passes for 439 yards and four touchdowns. If he cannot play, Domenik Hixon or rookie Hakeem Nicks would see more action. Nicks has caught touchdowns in four straight games.
Manningham has started six of seven games this season, catching 28 passes for 439 yards and four touchdowns. If he cannot play, Domenik Hixon or rookie Hakeem Nicks would see more action. Nicks has caught touchdowns in four straight games.
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STANDINGS
| Team | W | L | T | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0.714 |
| Dallas | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0.714 |
| N.Y. Giants | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0.625 |
| Washington | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0.286 |
SCHEDULE
| Wk | Opp | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Oakland | 10/11/09 @ 1 p.m. | W 44-7 |
| 6 | @ New Orleans | 10/18/09 @ 1 p.m. | L 27-48 |
| 7 | Arizona | 10/25/09 @ 8:20 p.m. | L 17-24 |
| 8 | @ Philadelphia | 11/01/09 @ 1 p.m. | L 17-40 |
| 9 | San Diego | 11/08/09 @ 4:15 p.m. | Game Preview |
TEAM LEADERS
| Passing | Manning, Eli |
| Rushing | Jacobs, Brandon |
| Receiving | Smith, Steve |
| Defense | Pierce, Antonio |
PRACTICE REPORTS
| Day | Player | Pos | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | Boley, Michael | LB | knee | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Ross, Aaron | CB | hamstring | Did Not Participate in Practice |
| Fri | Boss, Kevin | TE | ankle | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Bradshaw, Ahmad | RB | ankle, foot | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Canty, Chris | DT | calf | Limited Participation in Practice |
INJURIES
| Player | Date | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moss, Sinorice | 11/08/09 | foot | Probable |
| Boss, Kevin | 11/08/09 | ankle | Probable |
| Manning, Eli | 11/08/09 | foot | Probable |
| Manningham, Mario | 11/08/09 | shoulder | Probable |
| Boley, Michael | 11/08/09 | knee | questionable |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad | 11/08/09 | ankle, foot | Probable |
| Canty, Chris | 11/08/09 | calf | questionable |
| Ross, Aaron | 11/08/09 | hamstring | out |
| McKenzie, Kareem | 11/01/09 | groin | Probable |
| Pierce, Antonio | 11/01/09 | ankle | Probable |
TRANSACTIONS
| Player | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Bodiford, Shaun | 11/04/09 | From Giants to Raiders practice squad addition |
| Carnahan, Andrew | 10/20/09 | cut |
| Carnahan, Andrew | 10/20/09 | Taken off IR - leg |
| Bryant, Anthony | 10/20/09 | practice squad deletion |
| Hendricks, Dwayne | 10/20/09 | practice squad addition |
| Reyes, Tutan | 10/14/09 | From Giants to Texans signed |
| Tyree, David | 10/13/09 | From Giants to Ravens signed |
| Woodson, Stoney | 10/13/09 | From Giants to Eagles practice squad addition |
| Wright, DeAndre | 9/29/09 | From Giants to Lions practice squad addition |
| Rouse, Aaron | 9/24/09 | From Packers to Giants acquired from waivers |
