With Brian Burns expected to be a major factor this season, Giants.com looks back at memorable debut seasons by an incoming veteran:
John Schmeelk: I'm going with linebacker Bobby Okereke. He arrived in East Rutherford last year, played at a Pro Bowl level, didn't miss a snap, and immediately developed into one of the leaders on the defense. As much as I abhor tackles as a stat to determine the best players, his 149 were ninth-most in the NFL. His 92 solo tackles ranked seventh.
Okereke also made splash plays. His 11 tackles for loss were a career high (previously six in 2022 with the Colts) as were his six quarterback hits and 2.5 sacks. Okereke also took the ball away, forcing two fumbles and grabbing two interceptions. He returned one of those interceptions 55 yards.
In Shane Bowen's new defensive system, Okereke's intelligence, sideline-to-sideline speed, and ability to cover in zone should be of even greater importance. If I had to guess right now, I would say he gets the coach's communication in his helmet, making him the defensive play-caller. Okereke will be only 28 years old in Week 1 and should be one of the best players on the defense this season.
Dan Salomone: Two come to mind since I've been covering the team since 2010. They're both safeties and made their Giants debuts two years apart. First, Antrel Rolle signed with the team in 2010 and went on to pick up Pro Bowl and All-Pro (second team) honors in his first season. The former eighth overall draft pick by the Cardinals established himself as a leader in a locker room already full of leaders, setting the stage for a Super Bowl run the following year.
While Rolle's impact is remembered, people might forget that Stevie Brown came along two years later and made history at the same position. Originally drafted in 2010, Brown bounced around with the Raiders, Panthers, and Colts before landing with the Giants in 2012. And what did he do for a debut? He recorded eight interceptions, the most by a Giants player since 1968. His 307 interception return yards, meanwhile, broke the franchise single-season record of 251, set by Hall of Famer Emlen Tunnell in 1949 and matched by Dick Lynch in 1963.
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New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) falls into the endzone to score on a 6-yard run against the New England Patriots with 57 seconds remaining in the second half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Mario Manningham #82 of the New York Giants makes a catch over Patrick Chung #25 and Sterling Moore #29 of the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Tom Hauck)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin talks to New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick following NFL Super Bowl XLVI Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants safety Kenny Phillips (21) and Prince Amukamara (20) celebrate after the final play of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks reacts after a play during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) reacts after a play during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
New York Giants guard David Diehl holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. The Giants won 21-17. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants fullback Henry Hynoski, right, celebrates with a teammate after the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. The Giants won 21-17. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Mario Manningham #82 of the New York Giants catches the football as he manages to keep both feet in bounds during the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Lawrence Tynes #9 of the New York Giants kicks a field goal as Steve Weatherford #5 holds during the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) celebrates after sacking New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as Tom Coughlin looks on after the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Mario Manningham #82 of the New York Giants runs with the football during the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: A general view outside of Lucas Oil Stadium during the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: A program vender can be selling Super Bowl XLVI programs outside of Lucas Oil Stadium during the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Ahmad Bradshaw #44 of the New York Giants runs the ball during Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Tom Hauck)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: New York Giants players huddle during the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: A general view inside of Lucas Oil Stadium as fans watch the action on the field during the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants linebacker Chase Blackburn intercepts a pass intended for New England Patriots Rob Gronkowski during the fourth quarter of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis. The Giants won 21-17. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: The New York Giants and New England Patriots logos can be seen displayed on the scoreboard during the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Brandon Jacobs #27 of the New York Giants celebrates a victory after Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Tom Hauck)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Devin Thomas #15 and Osi Umenyora #72 of the New York Giants hold the trophy after the Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Tom Hauck)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Mario Manningham #82 of the New York Giants cant pull down the pass inbounds during Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Tom Hauck)
New York Giants players and New England Patriots players leap for the final Hail Mary pass that fell incomplete at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Ahmad Bradshaw #44 of the New York Giants falls into the endzone during Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Tom Hauck)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) does a Salsa dance after catching a 2-yard scoring pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) catches a 2-yard scoring pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) sacks New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27), defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72), linebacker Michael Boley (59) and cornerback Corey Webster (23) take the field before playing the New England Patriots in the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) receives the Vince Lombardi Trophy from head coach Tom Coughlin on the podium against the New England Patriots during the trophy presentation of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants defensive tackle Osi Umenyiora (72) lines up in a three-point stance against the New England Patriots during the second half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) audibles against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin applauds his team's effort against the New England Patriots during during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) sets up to pass against the New York Giants during the first half of NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs is stopped by New England Patriots linebacker Tracy White (58) during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
Madonna performs with Cee-Lo Green during halftime of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants fullback Henry Hynoski (45) runs upfield with a reception against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs upfield against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) sets up to pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) runs is stopped by New England Patriots linebacker Tracy White (58) during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants long snapper Zak DeOssie (51) runs upfield on special teams against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) runs upfield against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) signals a first down after making a catch against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) prepares to take the snap from center David Baas(64) against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) celebrates after sacking New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New England Patriots defensive back Kyle Arrington (24) tackles New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Paul Jasienski)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) kisses the Vince Lombardi trophy during the trophy presentation following the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Paul Jasienski)
New York Giants fullback Henry Hynoski (45) runs upfield with a reception against the New England Patriots during the first half of the NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants tight end Jake Ballard (85) runs with the ball for a 9-yard gain on a pass reception before being tackled by New England Patriots linebacker Brandon Spikes (55) on the first series of the first quarter during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Paul Jasienski)
Kelly Clarkson perform the National Anthem before NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, Feb.5, 2012, in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin embrases defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) after winning NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Michael Boley #59 of the New York Giants runs during the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants defensive captain Justin Tuck celebrates during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants quaterback Eli Manning (10) calls signals during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants defensive end justin Tuck wraps up New England Patriots running back Danny Woodhead during NFL Super Bowl XLVI , Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants Steve Weatherford (5) punts during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants punter Steve Weatherford (5) celebrates a field goal with kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) celebrates a touchdown during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) makes a catch during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) makes a catch at the sideline as New England Patriots free safety Patrick Chung defends during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) catches a touchdown pass in front of New England Patriots safety James Ihedigbo during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants co owner John Mara smiles with head coach Tom Coughlin after winning NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) makes a first down catch during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Jerrel Jernigan (12) during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham (82) celebrates making a first down catch during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz scores a first quarter touchdown during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants quaterback Eli Manning (10) drops back to pass during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) during NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants quaterback Eli Manning celebrates with the Vince Lombardi trophy after winning the NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis
New York Giants defensive captain Justin Tuck (91) talks to his team mates before NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) applies pressure during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul celebrates winning the NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis
New York Giants guard David Diehl, right, and Deon Grant celebrate after defeating the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. The Giants won 21-17. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, center, is surrounded by photographers as he celebrates his team's 21-17 win against the New England Patriots after the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning reacts with defensive end Justin Tuck, right, after their team's 21-17 win over the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants long snapper Zak DeOssie (51) celebrates after his team's 21-17 win over the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
New York Giants long snapper Zak DeOssie celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the Giants' 21-17 win over the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) scores a touchdown during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. The Giants won 21-17. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Madonna performs with Cee Lo Green during the halftime show during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game between the New York Giants and the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after his team's 21-17 win over the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants offensive lineman Chris Snee (76) waits for the snap during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants tight end Bear Pascoe (86) heads downfield during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls a play during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
The New York Giants offensive line waits for the snap at the line of scrimmage during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New England Patriots cornerback Antwaun Molden, left, stops New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks, right, during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
New York Giants tight end Jake Ballard (85) waits for the snap during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants tight end Bear Pascoe (86) heads downfield during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin takes the field with his team during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants offesniev lineman Chris Snee (76) waits for the snap during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls a play during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) heads downfield during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receivers Victor Cruz (80) and Hakeem Nicks (88, far right) celebrate during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants punter Steve Weatherford (5) celebrates with his family after the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) celebrates with the Lombardi Trophy during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin holds the Lombardi Trophy aloft during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) holds the Lombardi Trophy during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
The New York Giants offense waits for the snap during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants players take the field during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants long snapper Zach DeOssie (51) celebrates during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) is knocked out of bounds during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) heads downfield during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants fans hold up a sign to celebrate the Giants' 21-17 win over the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
The New York Giants offensive line faces off at the line of scrimmage during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots defense on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) thinks he's scored but his pass wasn't caught during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) passes during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin holds the Lombardi Trophy during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) is one of the few calm people on the sideline during the last seconds of the game during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) holds the Lombardi Trophy during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants linebacker Chase Blackburn (93) is ready to celebrate during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) stops short of the goal line before scoring the winning touchdown during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants defensive lineman Justin Tuck (91) waits for the snap during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls a play during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) heads downfield during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls a play during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) heads downfield during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks toward the Patriots sideline during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) reaches fort a pass during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) looks for room during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) catches a pass during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants linebacker Chase Blackburn (93) intercepts a pass during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game as New England Patriots Rob Gronkowski (87) battles for the ball on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants defensive lineman Jason Pierre-Paul (90) defends during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants linebacker Chase Blackburn (93) intercepts a pass during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game as New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) battles for the ball on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants captains Chris Snee (76) Eli Manning (10) Chris Canty (99) Justin Tuck (91) and Eli Manning (10) receive instructions during the coin toss before the NFL Super Bowl XLVI against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis (AP Photo/EvanPinkus)
Madonna performs during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game halftime show between the New York Giants and the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) sacks New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) heads downfield during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) hits the hole at the line of scrimmage during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) celebrates a 2-yard touchdown pass during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) catches a pass during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against New England Patriots defensive back Antwaun Molden (27) on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) finds a hole during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants fans cheer and take photographs during the trophy presentation after the Giants' 21-17 win over the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) catches a pass during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against New England Patriots defensive back Antwaun Molden (27) on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) fights for yards during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants won the game 21-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
New York Giants Ahmad Bradshaw #44 celebrates the game-winning touchdown against the New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: A general view inside of Lucas Oil Stadium during Super Bowl XLVI as confetti and streamers fall on the playing field after the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants guard Tony Ugoh (70) celebrates with fans after the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. The Giants won 21-17. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Lawrence Tynes #9 of the New York Giants holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as Hakeem Nicks #88 and Victor Cruz #80 looks on after the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) celebrates with fans after the Giants defeated the New England Patriots 21-17 in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
New York Giants defensive tackle Rocky Bernard celebrates with a fan after the Giants defeated the New England Patriots 21-17 in the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Tom Coughlin of the New York Giants looks on during the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Mario Manningham #82 of the New York Giants runs with the football as he is tackled by Devin McCourty #32 of the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: New York Giants players run on the field to celebrate their victory after the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots is grabbed by Linval Joseph #97 of the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: A general view outside of Lucas Oil Stadium during the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Raymond Berry carries the Vince Lombardi Trophy to the podium as he is surrounded by New York Giants players after the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: New York Giants players run on the field to celebrate their victory after the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: New York Giants and New England Patriots line up at the line of scrimmage prior to the snap of the football during the Super Bowl XLVI game between the New York Giants against the New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants defensive back Derrick Martin (22) celebrates the 21-17 victory against the New England Patriots during the NFL Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. (AP Photo/Perry Knotts)
New York Giants Jacquian Williams #57 is seen with his family after defeating the New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
New York Giants Justin Tuck #91 takes a break on the New England Patriots final drive at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning celebrates with the Lombardi Trophy after defeating the New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 5: Chase Blackburn #93 of the New York Giants runs with the football after an interception during the game against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants Chase Blackburn #93 and Osi Umenyiora #72 in action against New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
New York Giants coach Tom Coughlin is seen on the sidelines during a game against the New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, center, acknowledges the fans as he leaves the field after the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. The Giants won 21-17. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New York Giants Mathias Kiwanuka #94 is seen in action against the New England Patriots Sebastian Vollmer #76 at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
New York Giants Osi Umenyiora #72 is seen against New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. The Giants defeated the Patriots 21-17. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Antrel Rolle #26 of the New York Giants and Ramses Barden #13 celebrate a victory after Super Bowl XLVI at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 5, 2012.(AP Photo/Tom Hauck)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck reacts to his sack of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVI football game Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Matt Citak: For my choice, you have to go back nearly 20 years to the 2005 offseason. The draft class typically garners the most attention when talking about that offseason, as the four-person group included Corey Webster, Justin Tuck, and Brandon Jacobs. But prior to the draft, the Giants made several veteran additions that would go on to play significant roles in either Super Bowl XLII, Super Bowl XLVI, or both. Right tackle Kareem McKenzie was signed that offseason, along with inside linebacker Antonio Pierce. However, I'm going with the acquisition of wide receiver Plaxico Burress.
With Eli Manning entering his second NFL season (and his first full year as the starting quarterback), the Giants wanted to get their young franchise quarterback another target in the passing game to go with wide receiver Amani Toomer and tight end Jeremy Shockey. This was especially important following the departure of wide receiver Ike Hilliard, who signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after eight seasons with the Giants. Enter Burress, who immediately stepped in as Manning's No. 1 option.
Burress was targeted a then franchise-record 166 times in his first season with the Giants, 45 more than any other player. The 6-foot-5 wideout caught 76 of those passes for 1,214 yards and seven touchdowns, all of which led the team (Shockey and Toomer matched Burress with seven receiving scores that year). The 1,214 receiving yards ranked as the second-most in franchise history at the time (it currently sits at seventh on the team's all-time single-season list), while the 76 receptions were the fifth-most (it is now tied for the 14th-most in Giants history). The addition of Burress helped the Giants produce one of the league's top offenses that year, ranking third in points and fourth in yards, as they went 11-5 and took home the NFC East crown.
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In this Feb. 3, 2008, file photo, the New York Giants receiver David Tyree (85) catches a 32-yard pass in the clutches of New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison (37) during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at the University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. The New England Patriots are back in the Super Bowl against the New York Giants, the team that ruined their perfect season in that game four years ago. They advanced with one of Tom Brady's worst games of the season and unheralded Sterling Moore's best. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar)
New York Giants' Eli Manning, left, leaps into the arms of Brandon Jacobs as Kareem McKenzie, right, raises his arms in celebration after the Giants scored against the New England Patriots in the final mometns of the Super Bowl XLII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
FILE - In this Feb. 3, 2008 file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning meet on he field before the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Brady has three Super Bowl rings, with another taken away by Manning and the Giants in 2008. Both have their teams on course for a reprise of that memorable title game. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
FILE New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin encourages his team during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium in this Feb. 3, 2008 file photo in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, file)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure from the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
ADVANCE FOR SUNDAY, SEPT. 18 - FILE - In this Feb. 3, 2008, file photo, New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin, left, and defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo talk on the sideline during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots in Glendale, Ariz. Since leaving the Giants two years ago to become the St. Louis Rams coach, Spagnuolo hasn't hesitated to seek advice from Coughlin. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 during the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
Defensive end Michael Strahan #92 of the New York Giants gets set for the snap of the ball by the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLII at the University of Phoenix Stadium on February 3, 2008 in Glendale, Arizona. The Giants defeated the Patriots 17-14. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
FILE - In this Feb. 3, 2008, file photo, New England Patriots players and the New York Giants players take the field during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. University of Phoenix Stadium, home of the Arizona Cardinals, has the best grass field in the NFL, according to the latest survey by the players union. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 throws a pass downfield against the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure from the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 calls a timeout immediately after completing a pass downfield against the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure from the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure from the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure from the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure from the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 evades pressure against the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning escaped pressure and completed a 32-yard miracle pass to David Tyree on the play, setting up the Giants winning TD. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora holds the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 to win the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz, on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
FILE In this Feb. 3, 2008 file photo, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, center, holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as he celebrates with his coach Tom Coughlin, right, after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz. David Archuleta and David Cook are no professional athletes, but one of them will be celebrating like one on the "American Idol" finale on Wednesday, May 21, 2008. The next "Idol" champ will shout "I'm going to Disney World!" during the celebration immediately following the announcement, the first time those famous promotional words were uttered anywhere but a court or playing field. For more than two decades, Super Bowl, World Series and NBA Finals champs have made the pronouncement as the crowd cheers and confetti flies. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, file)
FILE New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin cheers on his team during pre-game warm-ups before the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium in this Feb. 3, 2008 file photo, in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, file)
New York Giants wide receiver David Tyree (85) is pulled down by New England Patriots safety Brandon Meriweather (31) and cornerback Ellis Hobbs III (27) during the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New York Giants at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning points during the second quarter of the Giants' 17-14 win over the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants Zak DeOssie reacts after a play against New England Patriots during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning calls a play during the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) and receiver David Tyree (85) celebrate the Giants' 17-14 win over the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
The Vince Lombardi Super Bowl trophy is blurred by a slow camera shutter speed while on display at the Phoenix Convention Center Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, in Phoenix. The New England Patriots play the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday, Feb. 3. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
New England Patriots' Asante Samuel reacts to missing a fourth quarter interception against the New York Giants during the Super Bowl XLII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New York Giants receiver David Tyree (85) catches a complete pass as New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison (37) tries to break up the play in the fourth quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
A New York Giants fan celebrates following the Giants win over the New England Patriots at the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants fans celebrate during the Giants' 17-14 win over the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, scrambles away from New England Patriots defenders on third-and-5 before launching a 32-yard pass to David Tyree with 1:15 left in the fourth quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Tyree's reception set up the Giants final. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) gets tackled by New England Patriots safety James Sanders (36) and other defenders during the first quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. At top left are cornerback Ellis Hobbs III (27) and defensive back Brandon Meriweather (31). (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants receiver Amani Toomer (81) makes a catch during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New York Giants at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) reacts after a sack of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12), center, during the second half of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) holds the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 to win the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz, on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, and Michael Strahan celebrate after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) reacts to an injury during the fourth quarter at the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots in University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New England Patriots fans hold up signs and four fingers before the Super Bowl XLII football game between the Patriots and the New York Giants at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots were 18-0 for the season entering the game and were going for their fourth Super Bowl championship. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
New England Patriots receiver Randy Moss (81) is hit by New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce (58) and his teammate James Butler after Moss made a catch during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants receiver Amani Toomer (81) celebrates with fans after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, center, holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as he celebrates with his coach Tom Coughlin, right, after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss (89) pulls in a pass as New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison (37) closes in during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
New York Giants receiver David Tyree (85) celebrates his 5-yard touchdown during the third quarter against the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. At right is Patriots cornerback Randall Gay (21). (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) and running back Plaxico Burress (17) join teammates in a huddle during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin cheers on his team in the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) celebrates after defeating the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) reacts during the Giants 17-14 win over the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick watches warm-ups before the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New York Giants at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New York Giants defensive tackle Fred Robbins (98) gestures to the crowd during the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots at the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New England Patriots linebacker Mike Vrabel (50) walks off the field after the Patriots lost to the New York Giants 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) and Madison Hedgecock celebrate after their team scored the winning fourth-quarter touchdown during the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New York Giants receiver Steve Smith (12) is upended after a reception by New England Patriots safety Brandon Meriweather (31) during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants' Michael Strahan (92) and Osi Umenyiora (72) celebrate after Strahan sacked New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, right, during the third quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) is seen during the Patriots' 17-14 loss to the New York Giants during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants players celebrate after beating the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress (17) scores a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) gets pressure from New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
University of Phoenix Stadium is seen prior to the start of the Super Bowl XLII football game between the New England Patriots and New York Giants on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
New York Giants' Michael Strahan (92) and Osi Umenyiora (72) celebrate after Strahan sacked New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, right, during the third quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
A young Giants fan celebrates after the New York Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss (89) makes a 45-yards dash as New England Patriots linebacker Adalius Thomas (96) and Ellis Hobbs III (27) pursue during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
A New York Giants player holds up the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 to win the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz, on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants fans react in the fourth quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game between the Giants and New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) celebrates after teammate Kawika Mitchell sacked New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin hugs defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) after defeating the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin reacts after defeating the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New England Patriots running back Laurence Maroney (39) is tackled by New York Giants linebacker Chase Blackburn (57) during the kick return to start the third quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning releases a pass as New England Patriots linebacker Mike Vrabel (50) closes in during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants players hold up the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 to win the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz, on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) stands next to New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce (58) during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 to win the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz, on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New York Giants fans cheer for their team before the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) and Giants head coach Tom Coughlin celebrate after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz.(AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants' Lawrence Tynes (9) kicks a field goal during the first quarter against the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New England Patriots receiver Kelley Washington, left, sits on the bench with his teammates after the Patriots lost to the New York Giants 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning holds the trophy for Most Valuable Player during a news conference on Monday, Feb. 4, 2008 in Phoenix. The Giants won the Super Bowl XLII football game by defeating the New England Patriots. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
New England Patriots cornerback Ellis Hobbs III (27), left, intercepts a pass intended for New York Giants receiver Steve Smith (12) in the second quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady talks to his teammate while sitting on the bench during the third quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New York Giants at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants players hold up the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 to win the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz, on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, and Michael Strahan celebrate the Giants' 17-14 win over the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) celebrates after his 13-yard touchdown pass to Plaxico Burress in the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants linebacker Zak DeOssie holds up a newspaper after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady walks off the field after the New York Giants beat the Patriots 17-14 during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New York Giants receiver Steve Smith (12) celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New England Patriots receiver Randy Moss (81) and New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) go after the ball in the final minute of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as he celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin is doused by his player Madison Hedgecock after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants' Eli Manning (10) and Brandon Jacobs celebrate after Manning threw the game-winning touchdown pass during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. The Giants won 17-14. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan holds the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 to win the Super Bowl XLII football game in Glendale, Ariz, on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants' Plaxico Burress, left, catches the game-winning touchdown pass in front of New England Patriots' Ellis Hobbs III during the final minute of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) looks on during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New York Giants at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy alongside Giants head coach Tom Coughlin, right, and Terry Bradshaw after the Giants defeated the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
New York Giants receiver David Tyree, front right, celebrates with his teammates after scoring a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz.(AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan kisses the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the New England Patriots 17-14 to win Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, and his coach Tom Coughlin look at the Vince Lombardi Trophy as they celebrate after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
RETRANSMISSION FOR ALTERNATE CROP New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) celebrates after his 13-yard touchdown pass to Plaxico Burress in the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants receiver David Tyree (85) catches a 32-yard pass in the clutches of New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison (37) during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar)
New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress (17) fails to catch a pass in the end zone while under pressure from New England Patriots defenders Ellis Hobbs III, right, Brandon Meriweather, (31) and Asante Samuel in the third quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass as his teamate David Diehl (66) holds off New England Patriots linebacker Adalius Thomas (96) during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants receiver David Tyree, right, makes a catch against New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison (37) during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure and sets to pass against the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning celebrates his 5-yard touchdown pass to David Tyree during the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants QB Eli Manning #10 escapes pressure and passes downfield against the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Manning completed a miracle 32-yard pass to David Tyree on the play to set up their winning td. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) pressures New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady in the third quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) celebrates a touchdown by running back Laurence Maroney during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game against the New York Giants at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) strips the football from New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck (91) sacks New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) dives on New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) in the second quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. Brady was sacked on the play. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New England Patriots running back Heath Evans (44) walks off the field amid a shower of confetti after the Patriots' 17-14 loss to the New York Giants in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
FILE In this Feb. 3, 2008 file photo, New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress (17) celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Giants' 17-14 win over the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. It was just 10 months ago that Burress became an instant New York sports hero after his clutch performance in the Super Bowl. But on Monday Dec. 1, 2008 , Burress was hauled out of a police precinct in handcuffs facing two weapons charges that could send him to jail. (AP Photo/David Duprey, File)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin, right, admires the Vince Lombardi Trophy with broadcaster Terry Bradshaw after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy as he celebrates with his coach Tom Coughlin after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan celebrates after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) celebrates with fans after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress (17) jumps for the ball against New England Patriots cornerback Ellis Hobbs (27) and James Sanders during the first quarter of the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. The pass fell incomplete. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants' Guy Whimper (79) holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in the Super Bowl XLII football game on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
The Vince Lombardi Super Bowl trophy is seen at a news conference at the Phoenix Convention Center Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, in Phoenix. The New England Patriots play the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday, Feb. 3. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress (17) celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Giants' 17-14 win over the New England Patriots during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) reacts after sacking New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) in the third quarter during the Super Bowl XLII football game at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants players Michael Strahan, left, and Eli Manning, holding the Vince Lombardi trophy, celebrate during a Super Bowl parade in New York on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008. The Giants defeated the New England Patriots 17-14 in Sunday's National Football League championship game. (AP Photo/Mike Groll)
FILE - In this Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York file photo, New York Giants' quarterback Eli Manning looks on as defensive end Michael Strahan, holds the Super Bowl trophy during a parade celebrating the New York Giants Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots. A reader-submitted question about extra pay for NFL playoff teams is being answered as part of an Associated Press Q&A column called "Ask AP." (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)
New York Giants fans watch from the ground and from scaffolding during the Super Bowl parade Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Gary He)
New York Giants wide receiver David Tyree holds up his key to the city during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. Tyree made a spectacular catch in the fourth quarter to help the Giants beat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII 17-14 on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
A New York Giants fan holds up a sign during a ceremony honoring the Giants at City Hall Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. The sign was in reference to the Giants' 17-14 Super Bowl win over the New England Patriots on Sunday, which tarnished the Patriots' perfect season. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants center Shaun O'Hara, left, and punter Jeff Feagles show off their keys to the city during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII 17-14 on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, left, talks with defensive end Michael Strahan after receiving their keys to the city during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin addresses fans during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at City Hall in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning waves to fans during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at City Hall in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan celebrates with teammates during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at City Hall in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
Fans gather outside New York City Hall to honor the New York Giants Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday.(AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants' head coach Tom Coughlin, center, holds the Vince Lombardi trophy as Michael Strahan, left, and Eli Manning, right, look on during a parade celebrating the Giants Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan, left, talks with Whoopi Goldberg during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at City Hall in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan makes his way to the stage carrying the George C. Halas trophy of the NFC Championship trophy during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at City Hall in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson, Pool)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer high fives fans as he makes his way to the stage during a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at City Hall in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII on Sunday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson, Pool)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning makes his way to the stage carrying the Vince Lomardi trophy for a ceremony honoring the team Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 at City Hall in New York. The Giants beat the New England Patriots 17-14 in Super Bow on Sunday.(AP Photo/Julie Jacobson, Pool)
Players wave to fans as the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants receive a ticker tape parade in lower Manhattan through the "Canyon of Heroes" Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
Players wave to fans as the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants receive a ticker tape parade in Lower Manhattan through the "Canyon of Heroes" Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
New York Giants players Michael Strahan, left, and Eli Manning celebrate during a Super Bowl parade in New York on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008. The Giants defeated the New England Patriots, 17-14, in Sunday's National Football League championship game. (AP Photo/Mike Groll)
New York Giants fans wave during a parade celebrating the Giants Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Corinne Kelly, left, of Roselle Park, N.J. and Lauren Busko, of Garwood, N.J., second from left, join other fans as they celebrate during a parade for the New York Giants Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Players wave to a throng of fans as the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants receive a ticker tape parade in Lower Manhattan through the "Canyon of Heroes" Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
New York Giants wide receiver Amani Toomer rides through the Super Bowl victory parade Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Gary He)
New York Giants fans celebrate during a Super Bowl victory parade in New York on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008. The Giants defeated the New England Patriots, 17-14, in Sunday's National Football League championship game. (AP Photo/Mike Groll)
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan shows the Vince Lombardi Trophy as he rides through the Super Bowl victory parade Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Gary He)
New York Giants fan Ryan Schnepf, 23, walks through the confetti strewn on Broadway after the Super Bowl parade Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Gary He)
New York Giantscoach Tom Coughlin holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy during a Super Bowl parade in New York on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008. Manning was the most valuable player as the Giants defeated the New England Patriots, 17-14, in Sunday's National Football League championship game. (AP Photo/Gary He)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning celebrates during a Super Bowl parade in New York on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008. Manning was the most valuable player as the Giants defeated the New England Patriots, 17-14, in Sunday's National Football League championship game. (AP Photo/Gary He)
The float carrying the Vince Lombardi Trophy makes its way up Broadway as the Super Bowl champion New York Giants football team receive a ticker tape parade in Lower Manhattan through the "Canyon of Heroes" Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
Defensive end Michael Strahan, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, coach Tom Coughlin, and MVP quarterback Eli Manning, at the front of the float, from left, show off the Vince Lombardi Trophy to a throng of fans as the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants receive a ticker tape parade in Lower Manhattan through the "Canyon of Heroes" Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
New York Giants players Michael Strahan celebrates during a Super Bowl parade in New York on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008. The Giants defeated the New England Patriots, 17-14, in Sunday's National Football League championship game. (AP Photo/Mike Groll)
A float carrying the Vince Lombardi Trophy makes its way up Broadway as the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants receive a ticker tape parade in lower Manhattan through the "Canyon of Heroes" Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
RECROP VERSION Defensive end Michael Strahan, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, coach Tom Coughlin, and MVP quarterback Eli Manning, at the front of the float, from left, show off the Vince Lombardi Trophy to a throng of fans as the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants receive a ticker tape parade in Lower Manhattan through the "Canyon of Heroes" Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008 in New York. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
"A Night With Legends" One-Hour Special airs 6/27 at 7 PM on MSG
Re-live the celebration with the "Giants 100: A Night With Legends" One-Hour Special. Premieres Thursday, June 27th at 7PM on
MSG Networks, Giants.com, GiantsTV, Giants App, and YouTube
