Giants (1-1) at Eagles (1-1), 1 p.m. Eastern, Fox
Hakeem Nicks vs. Nnamdi Asomugha
At this point, the list of established Giants receivers is down to one: Nicks. With Mario Manningham (concussion) out for Sunday’s game, Nicks figures to see a steady diet of Asomugha (one of the best cornerbacks in the league) and perhaps even some double coverage. The Giants will have to run the ball to win, but they cannot ignore the passing game. And Nicks — with 11 receptions, 160 receiving yards and a touchdown this season — is the only true deep threat they have left.
Number to watch: 16
The Giants’ defense has recorded 16 quarterback hits in two games this season (to go with six 6 sacks), and pressure in the backfield will be at an even greater premium in Week 3 against Michael Vick. With their secondary struggling, the Giants will need a strong pass rush if they hope to contain the explosive Eagles offense. If they can knock down Vick, who is coming off a concussion, chances of pulling an upset increase significantly.
Quotation of the Week:
‘“It is a lot of trash talking and a lot of guys on the field that just hate each other. They just want to beat each other’s head in.’ ”
Eagles cornerback ASANTE SAMUEL, when asked to describe the Giants-Eagles rivalry.
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