Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
Silent protest for those who want to return to Albany! (:-)
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
It was also a Wednesday, in late July with initial practices always been minimal activity.. FRi-the weekend will be interesting.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said there was “good competition” on Day 1. Most of today will be third down passing situations at practice after a lot of red zone work yesterday.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said Toney is a smart football player and has great instincts. “It was good to see him out there with his teammates. … I thought he looked good.”
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
@GiantInsider
Daboll says Wan’Dale Robinson is working hard and has impressed.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said each day they emphasize certain things. Yesterday was a lot of pre-snap motion. “There’s a time to do it; there’s time not to.” They want to cause “conflicts” and “issues” for opposing defenses.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said DJ was “crisp in the huddle.” He made some tight throws.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said Wan’Dale Robinson is another smart and instinctive receiver. They’ve had a clear vision for him since the evaluation process and put a lot on his plate.
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
@GiantInsider
Daboll says Kafka will call plays to Daniel in camp, but plenty of time to decide on who will call plays in regular season.
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants Daboll - says he talks to jones between every play and every day, so it would not be an adjustment to call the plays if he decided to call plays just before the season
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
The only way to appease this fan base is a free medium Pepsi.
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
The only way to appease this fan base is a free medium Pepsi.
Yep, maybe throw in a bag of Cheetos this year too.
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Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
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Darnay Holmes skipped a period of practice and now has returned for 11 on 11 to work in the slot with the first team defense. Good sign it’s hopefully not bad
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Daniel Jones bounced a short pass to an open Kadarius Toney. He then hit Kenny Golladay downfield on a rope, but Julian Love came from the blindside and punched it out. Golladay let up at the end and didn’t see him. Can’t happen #Giants
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Giants have now removed their helmets and are working at a very slow walk through pace. Allows them to make sure they are running things correctly (and gives them a blow.)
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Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
A few moments later John Mara came onto the sideline area and looked to be coaching up Ward on the proper way to kick a trash can...
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants uneventful first 11 on 11 in red zone ... 2nd 11 on 11 - full field opens with ARobinson closing on WRobinson for a perfect breakup
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
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Tyrod Taylor rolls to his left slips away from pressure and throws a nice ball that goes through Slayton’s hands
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants - Flott fell down, allowing a wide open Johnson to go for a big play
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
@GiantInsider
Increased workload for Blake Martinez today
and a clean drop yesterday, but Golladay to me seems like a guy who is really going to play himself (and his inflated contract) right off this team for 2023.
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants - An open Golladay reaches up and attacks the ball to make a big play after he dropped an attempted body catch earlier....then barkley caught a nive ball downfield
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
@GiantInsider
Nice improv route by Wan’Dale coming back to Daniel on right sideline when Daniel rolled to his right. Jones connects with the rookie beating Robinson
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Darius Slayton had a nice short catch on a comeback route but also dropped a wide open throw from Tyrod Taylor. Pass was a bit late but should have been caught.
Daniel Jones was off target to WanDale short, then ripped one on a deep crosser complete to Golladay.
Richie James saw some first team run in WanDale’s place at times at WR today. Dexter Lawrence wrecked a play with a clear sack.
Daboll at one point was vocal and not happy with the timing of a red zone play.
Offense is extremely far from where it needs to be. #Giants
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Was a slog for the #Giants offense most of the afternoon. Lots of drops. Kenny Golladay, Darius Slayton, Kadarius Toney all contributed.
But they salvaged the day with a late period (working on 3rd and shorts) where Daniel Jones went 6 of 7 with TDs to Richie James + Slayton.
WR Wan’Dale Robinson also had strong day. Pair of catches in that final period. Good start to camp for the rookie.
Same for CB Darnay Holmes. He had another diving INT early in practice. Really looks good so far. #giants
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Scary moment when Wan’Dale Robinson made a sideline catch and was hit hard in the midsection by Aaron Robinson. Wan’Dale walked it off but did not return to practice and was stretching a lot on side.
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David Sills finished practice with a high-flying catch on a fade route for the 3rd string offense. Sills is doing a lot of drills as a backup first teamer along w Darius Slayton, though. Definitely getting his shot
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Giants instituted film restrictions on team periods, so this was the most interesting footage I got today: Wan’Dale Robinson and Kadarius Toney lining up as RBs and taking handoffs in individual periods
Talkin’ Giants
@TalkinGiants
Training camp recap day 2:
• Yesterday was about the red zone, today it was all 3rd downs
• Jones got the chance to throw down the field more, Golladay had some catches
• Summer of Richie James
• Secondary playing physical
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Saquon said you have to be “locked in” to learn all the pre-snap movement. He said it forces the defense to think and puts the advantage in their hand.
Bobby Skinner
@BobbySkinner_
Giants Training Camp Day 2 thots
•Drop issues w/ Kenny Golladay & Darius Slayton
•Golladay is being used well & targeted downfield
•Darnay Holmes is looking really good
Kayvon’s 1st step is nice
•Corners did well in man on 3rd & short
•Quincy Roche buried on depth chart 👎🏻
Pat Leonard
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Replying to @PLeonardNYDN
Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
A few moments later John Mara came onto the sideline area and looked to be coaching up Ward on the proper way to kick a trash can...
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It appears Holmes had some tight coverage there...
Mike Garafolo
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#Giants rookie OT Evan Neal joined me and @BaldyNFL on Inside Training Camp Live on @nflnetwork. Neal on QB Daniel Jones: "He commands the huddle. He's the general of the offense. … I'm just excited to get better with him, protect him and block my ass off for him."
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#Giants rookie OT Evan Neal joined me and @BaldyNFL on Inside Training Camp Live on @nflnetwork. Neal on QB Daniel Jones: "He commands the huddle. He's the general of the offense. … I'm just excited to get better with him, protect him and block my ass off for him."
I will be completely stunned if Evan Neal does not become a staple for this franchise.
His ability is through the roof, has a mean streak, and a maturity about him that goes well beyond his years.
AT and X-Man. seem to have some good leadership and heads screwed on tight to build a team around finally, not a bunch of mentally ill, volleyball players and backflippers.
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Replying to @PLeonardNYDN
Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
A few moments later John Mara came onto the sideline area and looked to be coaching up Ward on the proper way to kick a trash can...
lol Googs. Good one. He sure can toss 'em and avoid handshakes!
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
Silent protest for those who want to return to Albany! (:-)
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
It was also a Wednesday, in late July with initial practices always been minimal activity.. FRi-the weekend will be interesting.
Maybe they should make them wear numbers so we can tell them apart.
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said there was “good competition” on Day 1. Most of today will be third down passing situations at practice after a lot of red zone work yesterday.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said Toney is a smart football player and has great instincts. “It was good to see him out there with his teammates. … I thought he looked good.”
@GiantInsider
Daboll says Wan’Dale Robinson is working hard and has impressed.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said each day they emphasize certain things. Yesterday was a lot of pre-snap motion. “There’s a time to do it; there’s time not to.” They want to cause “conflicts” and “issues” for opposing defenses.
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said DJ was “crisp in the huddle.” He made some tight throws.
Dan Salomone
@Dan_Salomone
Daboll said Wan’Dale Robinson is another smart and instinctive receiver. They’ve had a clear vision for him since the evaluation process and put a lot on his plate.
@GiantInsider
Daboll says Kafka will call plays to Daniel in camp, but plenty of time to decide on who will call plays in regular season.
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants Daboll - says he talks to jones between every play and every day, so it would not be an adjustment to call the plays if he decided to call plays just before the season
Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
The only way to appease this fan base is a free medium Pepsi.
Nice
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Another thing I’m watching: fan turnout was not great on Wednesday. There were some die-hards, but there were a lot of empty seats considering Giants camp hasn’t been open since 2019. Will see if that ramps up.
The only way to appease this fan base is a free medium Pepsi.
Yep, maybe throw in a bag of Cheetos this year too.
small bag...
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The media is no longer allowed to video team periods at #Giants camp.
Perhaps some of the fans in attendance will share some top plays.
Meanwhile, the team signed LB Austin Calitro after releasing Justin Hilliard.
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Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
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@PLeonardNYDN
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Darnay Holmes skipped a period of practice and now has returned for 11 on 11 to work in the slot with the first team defense. Good sign it’s hopefully not bad
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@Patricia_Traina
Matt Breida has some wheels on him. Just took a swing pass upfield and outran a linebacker. #giants
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Toney and Sills with nice grabs in the end zone
@GiantInsider
Darnay Holmes beat twice bad in the end zone, once by Richie James
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
@GiantInsider
Evan Neal doing a nice job on Thibodeaux in pass pro
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Daniel Jones bounced a short pass to an open Kadarius Toney. He then hit Kenny Golladay downfield on a rope, but Julian Love came from the blindside and punched it out. Golladay let up at the end and didn’t see him. Can’t happen #Giants
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@Patricia_Traina
Giants have now removed their helmets and are working at a very slow walk through pace. Allows them to make sure they are running things correctly (and gives them a blow.)
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@PLeonardNYDN
Replying to @PLeonardNYDN
Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
A few moments later John Mara came onto the sideline area and looked to be coaching up Ward on the proper way to kick a trash can...
@GiantInsider
Darnay Holmes beat twice bad in the end zone, once by Richie James
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
@GiantInsider
Evan Neal doing a nice job on Thibodeaux in pass pro
Which tackle spot is Neal at?
How do you not know this?
@giantswfan
#Giants uneventful first 11 on 11 in red zone ... 2nd 11 on 11 - full field opens with ARobinson closing on WRobinson for a perfect breakup
@GiantInsider
Tyrod Taylor rolls to his left slips away from pressure and throws a nice ball that goes through Slayton’s hands
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants - Flott fell down, allowing a wide open Johnson to go for a big play
The Giant Insider Newspaper & Podcast
@GiantInsider
Increased workload for Blake Martinez today
The same way Phil Mickelson hit a ball into one on the 18th at Winged Foot in 2006, costing him the Open...shit happens...
@GiantInsider
Jones with a beautiful ball to Golladay who ran a cross.
@giantswfan
#Giants - An open Golladay reaches up and attacks the ball to make a big play after he dropped an attempted body catch earlier....then barkley caught a nive ball downfield
@giantswfan
#Giants - Kemp makes a sweet stab fighting off Evans on the right sideline for a Webb dart
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So far, rough day for Darius Slayton, who has had two bad drops including one on a deep ball. #giants
For the BBI faithful, that would be AW,JW, LW, NW and RW. JW not to be confused with JW
@giantswfan
#Giants next 11 on 11s - golladay with a diving catch on a jones crossing pass and then holmes a breakup on pass for james
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants - james beats holmes at the goalline to snare a jones tightrope on the right side
@GiantInsider
Nice improv route by Wan’Dale coming back to Daniel on right sideline when Daniel rolled to his right. Jones connects with the rookie beating Robinson
@GiantInsider
Jones hits Slayton for TD in red area
@giantswfan
#Giants - taylor perfect left go route to johnson over jacquet for a big gain
@GiantInsider
WR Richie James having a nice practice
@TalkinGiants
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Tyrod throws a beautiful deep ball to Colin Johnson!
https://twitter.com/TalkinGiants/status/1552676706980401153 - ( New Window )
@GiantInsider
Webb hits Sills in the corner for TD to end practice
GiantsWFAN
@giantswfan
#Giants - sills ends practice by snaring a right corner jump ball for a td over evans
@BobbySkinner_
Had Daniel Jones at 13/21 today with 2 drops and a DPI included.
1st team Offense looked sloppy to start but finished with 7 straight completions. Kenny Golladay is being used downfield a lot.
@TalkinGiants
Practice is concluding on Day 2. The intensity was high today. Great energy
Tom Rock
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Gavin Heslop of @StonyBrookFB with a pair of nice PDs in practice today, one in the end zone, playing w 2s and 3s.
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Darius Slayton had a nice short catch on a comeback route but also dropped a wide open throw from Tyrod Taylor. Pass was a bit late but should have been caught.
Daniel Jones was off target to WanDale short, then ripped one on a deep crosser complete to Golladay.
Richie James saw some first team run in WanDale’s place at times at WR today. Dexter Lawrence wrecked a play with a clear sack.
Daboll at one point was vocal and not happy with the timing of a red zone play.
Offense is extremely far from where it needs to be. #Giants
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Was a slog for the #Giants offense most of the afternoon. Lots of drops. Kenny Golladay, Darius Slayton, Kadarius Toney all contributed.
But they salvaged the day with a late period (working on 3rd and shorts) where Daniel Jones went 6 of 7 with TDs to Richie James + Slayton.
WR Wan’Dale Robinson also had strong day. Pair of catches in that final period. Good start to camp for the rookie.
Same for CB Darnay Holmes. He had another diving INT early in practice. Really looks good so far. #giants
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Scary moment when Wan’Dale Robinson made a sideline catch and was hit hard in the midsection by Aaron Robinson. Wan’Dale walked it off but did not return to practice and was stretching a lot on side.
Good news: He held onto the ball.
@GiantInsider
This kid Wan’Dale is impressive.
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Kadarius Toney also had a short-arm drop with Blake Martinez bearing down
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David Sills finished practice with a high-flying catch on a fade route for the 3rd string offense. Sills is doing a lot of drills as a backup first teamer along w Darius Slayton, though. Definitely getting his shot
@BobbySkinner_
Had Daniel Jones at 13/21 today with 2 drops and a DPI included.
1st team Offense looked sloppy to start but finished with 7 straight completions. Kenny Golladay is being used downfield a lot.
Using Galloday deep and not just on 10 yard outs and quick slants, What a novel offensive concept!
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@DDuggan21
Giants instituted film restrictions on team periods, so this was the most interesting footage I got today: Wan’Dale Robinson and Kadarius Toney lining up as RBs and taking handoffs in individual periods
@TalkinGiants
Training camp recap day 2:
• Yesterday was about the red zone, today it was all 3rd downs
• Jones got the chance to throw down the field more, Golladay had some catches
• Summer of Richie James
• Secondary playing physical
@Dan_Salomone
Saquon said you have to be “locked in” to learn all the pre-snap movement. He said it forces the defense to think and puts the advantage in their hand.
@BobbySkinner_
Giants Training Camp Day 2 thots
•Drop issues w/ Kenny Golladay & Darius Slayton
•Golladay is being used well & targeted downfield
•Darnay Holmes is looking really good
Kayvon’s 1st step is nice
•Corners did well in man on 3rd & short
•Quincy Roche buried on depth chart 👎🏻
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there are currently five players on the roster with the last name Williams.
For the BBI faithful, that would be AW,JW, LW, NW and RW. JW not to be confused with JW
It's my middle name.
@BobbySkinner_
Giants Training Camp Day 2 thots
•Darnay Holmes is looking really good
And yet he was beaten "badly" twice
Some are for sure, not sure about “most”
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Just saw Wan’Dale briefly. He said he is fine and expects to be on the field tomorrow.
Shoking! - ( New Window )
LOL... good luck Jags!
Ahh Evan, if only this was the 70's where Stickum was allowed!
Giants training camp observations, Day 2: Drops plague Brian Daboll’s offense, Mike Kafka still calling plays (for now), Blake Martinez progressing - ( New Window )
What tomfoolery is this? Slants and 4 yard stick routes coming later?
Good find...
Bring me more Wan'Dale's!
He's short, but he's not small.
Inside Look (7/28): Camp notes from day 2 - ( New Window )
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Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
A few moments later John Mara came onto the sideline area and looked to be coaching up Ward on the proper way to kick a trash can...
It appears Holmes had some tight coverage there...
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@MikeGarafolo
#Giants rookie OT Evan Neal joined me and @BaldyNFL on Inside Training Camp Live on @nflnetwork. Neal on QB Daniel Jones: "He commands the huddle. He's the general of the offense. … I'm just excited to get better with him, protect him and block my ass off for him."
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@MikeGarafolo
#Giants rookie OT Evan Neal joined me and @BaldyNFL on Inside Training Camp Live on @nflnetwork. Neal on QB Daniel Jones: "He commands the huddle. He's the general of the offense. … I'm just excited to get better with him, protect him and block my ass off for him."
I will be completely stunned if Evan Neal does not become a staple for this franchise.
His ability is through the roof, has a mean streak, and a maturity about him that goes well beyond his years.
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Starting Giants slot corner Darnay Holmes just collided with a trash can while doing DB ball drills and is pretty shaken up, goes off with trainers
Jihad Ward kicks the trash cans for being in the way
A few moments later John Mara came onto the sideline area and looked to be coaching up Ward on the proper way to kick a trash can...
lol Googs. Good one. He sure can toss 'em and avoid handshakes!