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Tagged: Eli Manning (62 Results)

Feb
6

Giants QB Jones continues old Eli Manning tradition

New York Giants quarterback DANIEL JONES said last week that he planned to continue ELI MANNING’s tradition of gathering wide receivers for some throwing and route-running sessions in the offseason. ManningMore often ran such sessions at Duke, which is also where Jones played in college. Jones was at his alma mater on Tuesday working with wideouts STERLING SHEPARD and DARIUS SLAYTON. Less

Source: New York Post

Jan
24

Eli Manning announces retirement

Veteran New York Giants quarterback ELI MANNING will announce his retirement from the NFL today, ending a 16-year career spent entirely with the Giants. Team president and CEO John Mara saidMore that Manning is the Giants only two-time Super Bowl MVP and “one of the very best players” in the history of the franchise. We wish Eli well in his retirement. Less

Source: Team Website

Around the NFL: Manning retires

Eli Manning is calling it career. He leaves with a 118-118 regular season record as a starter, with a pair of memorable Super Bowl upsets against New England. The Giants say he’ll address the media on Friday at a press conference.  more »

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Dec
31

Manning mulls future, not interested in backup role

New York Giants quarterback ELI MANNING is uncertain about his future, but he did say on Monday that his plans will not involve continuing as a backup quarterback. Manning said thatMore everything else is an option, which could include continuing his playing career elsewhere, moving into the broadcast booth, or considering a possible coaching career. Whatever path Manning chooses, his best fantasy days appear to be behind him. Less

Source: Team Website

Dec
21

Jones returns to starting gig for Giants

New York Giants head coach Pat Shurmur said on Friday that rookie quarterback DANIEL JONES will be starting Sunday’s game against Washington. Shurmur added that Jones had a good week ofMore practice and looks ready to go. With Jones’ return to the starting lineup, veteran quarterback ELI MANNING returns to the bench for the fantasy playoffs. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Dec
19

Jones trending toward starting vs. Washington

New York Giants rookie quarterback DANIEL JONES is trending toward starting on Sunday against Washington. Jones missed the past two games with a high ankle sprain, but he appears ready toMore resume his starting gig. With Jones back under center, veteran quarterback ELI MANNING returns to the bench as the backup. Less

Source: New York Post

Podcast: December 17 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Aaron Bland and Justin Eleff work the waiver wire one last time in 2019, in search of champion bums. Sponsored by DraftKings.  more »

Dec
14

Manning to start for Giants vs. Dolphins

New York Giants quarterback ELI MANNING will make his second consecutive start against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Manning will get the start because rookie quarterback DANIEL JONES remains out of action with a high right ankle sprain.

Source: New York Daily News

Mailbag: December 6, 2019

Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition: Previewing the best defenses for Weeks 15-16. What's wrong with Alvin Kamara? Using Eli Manning as a Hail Mary playoff quarterback. Shutdown cornerbacks, bad weather, upside rankings and more. more »

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Dec
5

Manning “very likely” to start vs. Eagles

New York Giants head coach Pat Shurmur said on Wednesday that veteran quarterback ELI MANNING is “very likely” to start Monday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Rookie quarterback DANIEL JONESMore is in a walking boot as he deals with a “moderate high right ankle sprain” suffered in Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Factoid: Daniel Jones

I’m not arguing that you should make a waiver claim on Daniel Jones, but I think the Giants offense might actually be better with him at quarterback. There are some things he does better than Eli Manning.  more »

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Around the NFL: Opening Daniel Jones' locker

The Giants have announced that the Eli Manning Era is over, at least until they change their mind or Daniel Jones gets hurt. After a couple of dud games to open the season (granted, the team has been missing its top wideouts), Eli will take a set on the bench and top pick Daniel Jones will take over.   more »

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Sep
17

Rookie QB Jones to replace Manning?

New York Giants head coach Pat Shurmur left open the possibility on Monday that quarterback ELI MANNING may not start Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay. With Manning and the Giants strugglingMore to start the season, rookie quarterback DANIEL JONES could be in line for his first NFL start. Shurmur did not announce a quarterback change, but he did say that the team was evaluating everything moving forward. He added that he was not ready to talk further. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Aug
9

Giants QB Jones perfect in opener

New York Giants rookie quarterback DANIEL JONES was perfect in his preseason debut, completing all five of his pass attempts with poise and precision. Jones added a perfectly placed touchdown passMore near the corner of the endzone as well. Veteran ELI MANNING was also perfect, completing his lone pass attempt for a three-yard gain on the opening drive. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Jul
24

Giants sign top pick Jones

The New York Giants and first-round draft pick DANIEL JONES agreed to a rookie contract that will pay the young quarterback $26.5 million. With training camp set to begin this week,More the Giants and Jones were able to avoid the distraction of a holdout. While ELI MANNING is believed to be fully entrenched as the starting quarterback, the Giants now have options with Jones on board. Less

Source: Daily Caller

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