Flip_Side Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 (edited) Anyword on why he was benched this weekend, besides the obvious reasons of him dropping balls and fumbling. Did Coughlin say it was just because of his attitude? I hope this doesn't effect his playing time.. Edited September 26, 2006 by Flip_Side Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberho27 Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 http://www.giants.com/news/eisen/story.asp?story_id=19177 Coughlin reiterated that Plaxico Burress did not play in the second half because of back problems and not because he fumbled or failed to hold a pass that was intercepted. “Plaxico, as I mentioned yesterday, injured his back against Philadelphia,” Coughlin said. “(He) injured his back in practice on Wednesday, spent Thursday and Friday trying to recover, went into the game and because of the injury – it’s all related – was ineffective in his play and that’s why he came out.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 I dont care what Coughlin is telling the media. He was benched cuz Coughlin had enough of his attitude and his fumbling. I am a NY Homer and its obvious he wasnt benched for his injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 Was he listed on the injury report cause I don't remember seeing anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 Was he listed on the injury report cause I don't remember seeing anything. He does have back spasms and I think he was listed on the report at one time last week. But thats not why he got pulled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithkt Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 Was he listed on the injury report cause I don't remember seeing anything. Nope. He had back spasms during the week, but it obviously wasn't serious enough to merit listing on the injury report. I agree with MrTed's assesment. Coughlin was making a statement on the field and is now trying to keep the rest of it in the locker room. If you read the quote carefully, you realize he sidestepped the actual question. “Plaxico, as I mentioned yesterday, injured his back against Philadelphia,” Coughlin said. “(He) injured his back in practice on Wednesday, spent Thursday and Friday trying to recover, went into the game and because of the injury – it’s all related – was ineffective in his play and that’s why he came out.” I think this part speaks loudest. I think alluding to the back problem was simply a way to deflect attention from the real reason he was benched. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 Not to scare anyone but the Giants are real close to falling apart. I am not saying its going to happen because winning solves everything...but that management/coach staff is having a hard time keeping them united right now. JMHO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 (edited) dude in my local just unloaded Plax for Hines Ward and Reggie Bush Edited September 26, 2006 by loaf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooklynCrew Posted September 26, 2006 Share Posted September 26, 2006 The Giants had a BRUTAL opening 3 games... From Indy to Philly to Seattle on the road. I pretty much figured they'd be 1-2 at this point, not sure how. They're lucky to be 1-2, with a few breaks vs Indy they could be 2-1. They're still a solid offensive football team with a mistake prone young QB at the helm. They have mediocre corners at best, which is usually good from a fantasy perspective (good offense, mediocre D means fantasy points) Their schedule doesn't get a whole lot easier, but from a fantasy perspective, after a week off, most of the regulars will still be solid plays. From a 'season' perspective, they need to string some W's together quickly or they got big problems, but doesn't equate much to FF imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heehawks Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I just traded Gore for Plax this weekend right before the games. Ug. But at least Gore didn't do anything too special and bruised his ribs. Hopefully Plax just had a "bad day at work" type of game. Time will tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
major-tom Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 It was just a matter of time before Plax imploded, although it seems the whole team is about to as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I havnt done research and this is based off the top of my head but another thing to consider about Plax is that he starts off the year strong then dies near the end of the season. Also, Couglin is a coach that doesn't mess around so if the Giants (not just Plax) doesn't change in attitude there are going to be major consequences to both the team and FF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Cid Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I have one word for you: Ray Handley. This team will be fine. Winning cures all ills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I have one word for you: Ray Handley. This team will be fine. Winning cures all ills. 100% right - Winning solves everything Although the Giants are close to falling apart I don't think they will. I was listening to a sports talk show on the radio on Monday and a few of the fans were very disappointed in the way the Giants are acting on and off the field. For example, one fan mentioned how he dislikes Strahan laughing and making jokes with the O Line (opposing team) inbetween plays. He stated that they shouldn't be making jokes rather get fired up to go kill the QB. But NY Fans are vicious and have short memories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty Sanchez Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I have one word for you: Ray Handley. I know it's been a while since I've been in school, but I'm pretty sure that's two words. By the way, don't ever mention that name again!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexgaddis Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I am just thanking Allah that Braylon Edwards is back so that I don't ever have to rely on Plaxico again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pitbull739 Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 Not that I wish ill will on the G-Men, but I am quite pleased that Nocatchico has kept up his act since he left the Burgh. He is the most overrated WR in the game. And he seems like such a likeable guy with such great character. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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