Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) converted $1.75 million of his base salary into incentives, giving the team salary-cap space to re-sign Ahmad Bradshaw (44).
Victor Cruz's three TD catches in the Giants' preseason opener against the Jets last August sets the bar high for the rookie. Cruz is working hard to build on that promise in year two.
Giants cornerback Terrell Thomas (24) made a few plays in Monday night's training-camp practice to spark a very good performance from the team's defensive backs, including Corey Webster (23).
UP FOR 'D' BATTLE: The Giants are counting on youngsters Marvin Austin, currently grounded by a hip flexor issue, and Linval Joseph to fill a spot on the defensive line once designated for Barry Cofield, now a member of the Redskins.
JOURNEY BACK: Running back roster hopeful Andre Brown, who was a drafted by the Giants in 2009 and is now back after being cut last fall, runs with the ball during practice at the team's training facility in East Rutherford, N.J., yesterday