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To open running game, Giants need passing success

New York Giants' Lawrence Tynes (9) kicks a field goal on the final play of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2009, in Arlington, Texas. The score gave the Giants a 33-31 win.

By Tom Rock - Newsday 9/26/09

Ex-Giant Ward needs success for a new nickname

Derrick Ward Running back Last team: New York Giants New team: Updated March 2: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed Ward to a four-year, $17 million contract. Bob Glauber says: The "Wind" in "Earth, Wind & Fire," Ward had an exceptional season in 2008, getting over 1,000 yards for the first time in his career. The Giants want to re-sign him, but it won't be easy with Jacobs already receiving a multi-year deal. A very shifty runner who will be attractive to several teams if he hits the market.

By Tom Rock - Newsday 9/26/09

Big Blue bull's-eye on Cowboys lineman Flozell Adams

The Giants will be seeking some revenge in their Dec. 6 rematch with Dallas and Flozell Adams. On two separate plays last Sunday, Adams leg-whipped Osi Umenyiora and Justin Tuck.

By Gary Meyers - NY Dailynews 9/26/09

NY Giants Game Day: The breakdown vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tampa Bay was pushed around by Buffalo in a 33-20 loss last week. The Bucs are 0-2.

By Jenny Vrentas - Star Ledger 9/26/09

With NY Giants safety Kenny Phillips out, C.C. Brown assumes new role

C.C. Brown (right) will replace Kenny Phillips in the Giants secondary on Sunday.

By Mike Garafolo - Star Ledger 9/26/09

Battered Big Blue face 0-2 Tampa Bay

By Paul Schwartz - NY Post 9/27/09