I really think the Giants have a down year in 2009. I don't care how much of a knuckle head Plaxico is, the Giants will miss him as he was a major impact to their offense. If Hakeem Nicks doesn't fill his shoes ASAP, which I doubt he'll do quickly, they are in trouble.
This was evident from the time Plaxico was suspended in 2008 as the team finished the year winning 2 of thier last 6 (including the playoffs). In this span, thier passing game dropped from throwing over 200 ypg with Plaxico in the line up to 185 ypg following his suspension. With no passing game it becomes more difficult to run the ball,even for this great running team, as defenses will stuff the box and key in on the run. This too was evident as the Giants run game fell 25 ypg! With Plaxico the Giants rushed for 165 ypg and without, that avg dropped to 140 ypg and in one of those games NYG rushed for 301 yds against the Panthers.
BTW, I love the Eagles to win this division and will more than likely play the team total over 9.5 and some money on 12-1 to win the Super Bowl.
GL all...only 3 months away
GIANTS UNDER 10