Giants' Osi Umenyiora says improved defense is about more than his return

William Perlman/The Star-LedgerGiants defensive end Osi Umenyiora says his return isn't the only reason the defense is playing well of late. Umenyiora is shown above taking a break during today's practice, which was one of the best of the season, according to linebacker Mathias Kiwanuka.By Mike Garafolo - Star Ledger 1/12/12

Scouting Report: Packers

Giants.com breaks down the Packers' offense, defense and special teams.

By Michael Eisen - Giants.com 1/12/12

CB Ross feeling good after practice

The cornerback returned to practice on Wednesday on a limited basis but said he plans on playing on Sunday.

By Dan Salomone - Giants.com 1/12/12

TE Beckum gearing for big plays vs. Packers

TE Travis Beckum knows opportunities will present themselves this Sunday against the Packers.

By Dan Salomone - Giants.com 1/12/12

Giants confident in shootout type game

If it comes to a shootout on Sunday, the Giants believe they have the offensive firepower to match Green Bay on the scoreboard.

By Michael Eisen - Giants.com 1/12/12

Packers Coach Mike McCarthy on state of team

McCarthy on the state of his team as well as the matchup with the Giants Sunday.

By Giants.com 1/12/12

Safety Grant says Giants secondary is ready

Deon Grant is confident the Giants' secondary can execute Sunday in Green Bay.

By Dan Salomone - Giants.com 1/12/12

Lawrence Tynes’ Giants career is still alive and kickin’

Lawrence Tynes’ Giants career is still alive and kickin’

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GOOD TO GO: Giants cornerback Aaron Ross, who passed concussion protocol tests, works out yesterday in preparation for Sunday’s NFC playoff game at Green Bay.

By Paul Schwartz & Bart Hubbuch - NY Post 1/12/12

Giants’ Jacquian Williams faces stiff challenge in Packers’ Jermichael Finley

Giants’ Jacquian Williams faces stiff challenge in Packers’ Jermichael Finley

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NO END IN SIGHT: Packers tight end Jermichael Finley burned Jacquian Williams and the Giants for 87 yards and a touchdown in Week 13.

By Mark Hale - NY Post 1/12/12

Defensive back Antrel Rolle says Giants aren’t afraid of Packers receivers

Defensive back Antrel Rolle says Giants aren’t afraid of Packers receivers

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COVER STORY: Giants defensive back Antrel Rolle, covering Falcons receiver Julio Jones during last week’s 24-2 wild-card win, says the Big Blue DBs are not afraid of the dangerous Packers receivers.

By Mark Hale - NY Post 1/12/12

Steve Serby on Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz relishing a Giants shootout with Packers

Steve Serby on Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz relishing a Giants shootout with Packers

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GOING DEEP: Eli Manning, who threw for 347 yards and three touchdowns against the Packers earlier this season, is ready to take aim at Green Bay again.

By Steve Serby - NY Post 1/12/12

Giants receivers ready for big game in playoff showdown with Packers

Giants receivers ready for big game in playoff showdown with Packers

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PACK FOR MORE: Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz celebrate after Nicks scored a touchdown in the Giants’ Dec. 4 loss to the Packers. They plan on celebrating more big plays Sunday.

By Paul Schwartz - NY Post 1/12/12

NY Giants' Eli Manning vs. Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers will be first matchup of Super Bowl MVPs in NFL playoffs

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History will be made Sunday when Eil Manning stars opposite Aaron Rodgers at quarterback.

By Gary Myers - NY Dailynews 1/12/12

If Indianapolis Colts QB Peyton Manning comes to NY Jets, he and brother Eli Manning will rule New York

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Peyton Manning could be looking at a reunion with brother Eli in the Big Apple.

By Mike Lupica - NY Dailynews 1/12/12

Eli Manning's play is the main difference from Giants' 2007 squad

Jennifer Brown/The Star-LedgerEli Manning takes questions from the media after Giants practice today.By Jorge Castillo - Star Ledger 1/12/11

Giants' Victor Cruz sees another highlight: becoming a new dad

Jennifer Brown/The Star-LedgerGiants wide receiver Victor Cruz jokes with reporters today.By Mike Garafolo - Star Ledger 1/12/11