Posted by ESPN.com's Matt Mosley
Giants defensive tackle Chris Canty (calf) and linebacker Michael Boley (knee) both practiced Wednesday and it looks like there's a decent chance they'll both play Sunday against the Chargers. Having Boley back would be a huge boost for the defense -- especially with how the Chargers use their running backs in the passing game.
In talking to Pro Bowl defensive end Justin Tuck the last couple of weeks, he's talked about how important Canty's return could be for the defense. But Tuck and Umenyiora kept reminding Canty to make sure he was completely healthy before trying to return. It helps that Tuck and Umenyiora have both dealt with serious injuries in the past. Canty has taken an optimistic approach to the time he's missed.
The Giants have to put some pressure on Philip Rivers on Sunday to have a chance. Having a 6-7 defensive tackle would certainly help their cause. It's been a great day in the life of the Beast. I'll see you back here soon.
Giants defensive tackle Chris Canty (calf) and linebacker Michael Boley (knee) both practiced Wednesday and it looks like there's a decent chance they'll both play Sunday against the Chargers. Having Boley back would be a huge boost for the defense -- especially with how the Chargers use their running backs in the passing game.
In talking to Pro Bowl defensive end Justin Tuck the last couple of weeks, he's talked about how important Canty's return could be for the defense. But Tuck and Umenyiora kept reminding Canty to make sure he was completely healthy before trying to return. It helps that Tuck and Umenyiora have both dealt with serious injuries in the past. Canty has taken an optimistic approach to the time he's missed.
"Right now, one of the things I have going for myself is that I’m fresh,” Canty said. “I haven’t been through the grind like everybody else has, so I have to use that to my advantage."
The Giants have to put some pressure on Philip Rivers on Sunday to have a chance. Having a 6-7 defensive tackle would certainly help their cause. It's been a great day in the life of the Beast. I'll see you back here soon.
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Mosley, an award-winning writer for The Dallas Morning News for seven years, joined ESPN.com in January 2007. Mosley, a Baylor graduate, writes columns, features and blogs for ESPN.com.