The 2009 New York Giants: Are the Fans in for the Blues?

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NY @ TB:  I think Tampa Bay's offense could surprise some people this year and actually be better then their defense for the first time in a while.  Still won't make them tough enough to outdo New York though.  I think Andre Brown has a breakout game here.

W-L: 3-0

NY @ KC:  Kansas City showed flashes of brilliance last year and made some intelligent moves in the offseason.  I'm quite honestly not sure what to expect from them this year.  One thing I do know is that they have some ball-hawks in the secondary that could cause problems for our inexperienced WRs.  KC is bound to get a few upsets in 2009, but not this one.

W-L: 4-0

OAK @ NY:  The Raiders have a dominant running game but all the news out of mini-camp suggest their aerial game will suffer again this year.  Oakland hasn't been able to stop the run recently and Brandon Jacobs will eat their defensive front alive.  The secondary could once again cause some problems, but we won't be throwing the ball much.

W-L: 5-0

NY @ NO:  New Orleans has one of the best offenses, if not the best, in the league.  Their defense looks to be at least slightly improved from last year.  I don't think Eli & Co. can keep up with Brees and his merry band of speedsters.

W-L: 5-1

ARI @ NY:  Once again, Kurt Warner battles the man that replaced him.  I don't see Arizona's offense being as explosive as last year, and their defense should continue it's woes.  Jacobs and Brown wear down the 'D' just enough for Manning to seal the W.

W-L: 6-1

NY @ PHI:  Both times New York faced Philly without Plax we were crushed.  Our offense couldn't score any points.  During the offseason the Eagles have done nothing but improve all the way around.  Gotta tell you, fellow fans, I think they take us once again.

W-L: 6-2

SD @ NY:  San Diego has had enough time to shake off their usual early rust.  Phillip Rivers could easily take another huge stride this season.  If he does, look for him to shred our secondary.  I think this game mostly depends on the effect Merriman's return has on the Charger 'D'.  Something tells me they can only get better.

W-L: 6-3

ATL @ NY:  Atlanta is on the rise.  Their offense is one of the best in the league and their defense has a great foundation laid down.  That being said, New York will play hard to keep up with divisional foes Philly and Dallas and squeak out a win.

W-L: 7-3

NY @ DEN:  Denver lost Jay Cutler to Chicago but I highly doubt it will have a massive effect on their offense, especially with McDaniels running the show.  If Denver can get some momentum rolling early, we might be in trouble here. 

W-L: 7-4

DAL @ NY:  By this time, Dallas is probably in desperation mode, and that makes them a dangerous team.  Romo will be playing for his spot on the roster next year and the defense will be geared up.  Although I wish we would, I don't see us sweeping Dallas in 09.

W-L: 7-5

PHI @ NY:  The roles are reversed from the Dallas game.  Now New York desperately needs a win and Philly has already all but guaranteed a playoff spot.  They take it easier on us then they should, we walk away with the win.

W-L: 8-5

NY @ WAS:  Our defense eats their offense alive while our offense does just enough to get by.  We still need this win to keep our playoff hopes alive.

W-L: 9-5

CAR @ NY:  Carolina is on the down swing this year and play in a competitive division.  I don't think this game will be nearly as exciting as 2008's.  Delhomme chokes right when New York needs it the most and we go for the jugular.

W-L: 10-5

NY @ MIN:  Minnesota is another team that could fall off from last year's success.  That being said, their run defense is nasty and we have already secured a playoff spot.  If they've kept their playoff hopes alive then it should look a lot like last year's regular season finale.

W-L: 10-6

OVERALL

New York's offensive woes could ultimately lead to another postseason one and out.  However, if one or more of the receivers step up, they will once again be a force to be reckoned with.

10-6 isn't as bad of a fallout as some are predicting.  This team once again shows it's toughness and makes it to the postseason.  If they feel disrespected, the league better take notice.

What do you guys think?

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