Giants

The giants got their season kicked off in the right way this past Sunday with a 23-17 win over the Washington Redskins. The score was close so the game appeared to be a tight hard fought battle, but this was not the case. Barring a fake FG touchdown, and some red zone offensive issues, the Giants completely dominated the game. The defense was phenomenal and swarmed to the ball on every play. The D was led by Osi Umenyiora the star Defensive End who missed all of last season with a leg injury. This year he returns and did so in a big way, sacking Jason Campbell and forcing a fumble and then recovering it and taking it all the way for a touchdown. Osi's signature arm swipe which has caused fumbles for many quarterbacks in the past. The giants beefed up the defensive line through free agency with signings of Rocky Bernard and Chris Canty. Getting Osi back adds to an already very deep and strong position for the Giants. They now have Justin Tuck, Mathias Kiwinuka, Chris Canty, Osi Umenyiora, Rocky Bernard, Fred Robbins, Barry Coefield, and some other lesser players. The giants also looked great in the secondary. The secondary was a concern as some major players were hurt, Ross and Dockery most notably. Corey Webster played great all day, locking down Santana Moss and even picking off Campbell with a sesnational toe tap grab. He looks to be a pro bowl corner this year and secondary leader. Safeties Michael Johnson and Kenny Phillips and corner Terrell Thomas should improve and add strengths to this defense.

The offense was solid, making enough plays to get the win but also making some mistakes. There were two turnovers on the game, both credited to Eli, a pick and a fumble. The Giants also failed to punch it in for 6 3 times and had to settle for FGs, a concern last year that clearly has yet to be worked out. Overall the game was a nice first one and a definite win for the Giants. They beat an improved Redskins team, but they will face harder tests in Dallas and Philly in the coming weeks. If the Giants are to win these games and be the division leader, they will need to sort out the redzone issues. This week's game is Sunday at 8:20 against the Cowboys in Texas stadium, clearly a big game for the Giants.