Domenik Hixon Recovers From Traumatic Event To Lead Giants Aerial Attack

           If you look up and down the Giants roster, there are many players who could give you a fascinating interview. Returning star defensive end Osi Umenyiora holds the title of chief in his native Nigerian town of Okbunike and everyone would love to know about his rehab from last year’s serious injury. Backup quarterback David Carr is the former first pick of the entire Texans organization. Behind him on the depth chart, recently drafted Rhett Bomar lit up Division I defenses before an unsanctioned job forced him out of the spotlight in Norman and in to the background at Sam Houston State. Pro Bowl guard Chris Snee is the coach’s son-in-law for crying out loud!

           I could go on at lengths about what makes each Giant special in his own right, but one guy that stands out while trying to blend in is starting wide receiver Domenik Hixon. Without his return ability in the 2007 playoffs, the Giants may not have been crowned champions. However, it’s not the ability he has demonstrated in the past two seasons that make him such a coveted interview target, it is the events that transpired shortly before signing with the Giants that exemplify his character.

            Q: Being from Ohio, did your decision to play at Akron stem from wanting to be near home or did you feel that was your best offer?

            Q: Do you think the success of former MAC stars such as Chad Pennington and Randy Moss made it easier for you to get recognized at a smaller school like Akron?

Q: After your collision with Kevin Everett left him nearly paralyzed in the season opener of 2007, did you think about quitting football?

            Q: Once the Broncos released you shortly after the Everett incident, did you think you’d end up playing in the league so quickly?

            Q: Did Everett’s miraculous recovery provide inspiration to you?

            Q: Being involved in such a scary incident seemed to impact your performance on the field. Was there any member of the Giants organization (player or staff) who helped restore your confidence as a football player?

Q: How did it feel to score your first touchdown with the Giants against the undefeated New England Patriots in the regular season finale?  

Q: What was the best experience that resulted from the Super Bowl championship (Ticker-tape parade, trip to the White House, etc)?

Q: How do you feel about the dozens of experts and analysts that say the Giants lack a “true #1” receiver on the roster?

            Q: Do you think the roster, as currently constructed, can contend for a Super Bowl championship?

            Q: The final question is in two parts. How does Eli Manning make you a better receiver and how do you make Eli Manning a better quarterback?

Thanks for your time. Best of luck in the upcoming season.