NFC East off-season moves
Michael Harmon
FOXSports.com, Updated 1 hour ago
"Hey, Big Tuna."
The only place we'll get to hear that call-out this fall is in The Office during the always awkward exchanges between Andy and Jim. The NFL's "Big Tuna," Bill Parcells, has left the sidelines for studio work.
It's one of the biggest off-season changes in the game, seeing as the Cowboys were a bad hold from advancement in the playoffs. The missed opportunity certainly took it's toll on the coach, and he vacated the job shortly thereafter.
Parcells' exit from Big D is rivaled only by the departure of another star for the media world. Let's review this off-season in the NFC East.
Dallas Cowboys
The list of comings and goings on the player roster is relatively short, but the change at the top spot is most intriguing. Bill Parcells is gone, replaced by defensive-minded Wade Phillips. Phillips' defense is what has most scribes and pundits wagging their tongues as camp approaches. Interestingly, it didn't require a huge influx of players to get to that assessment. The Cowboys added Ken Hamlin (formerly of Seattle) to the secondary, losing only Kenyon Coleman and Ryan Fowler to free agency (Jets and Titans, respectively).
The big splash in the offensive ranks was met with many a raised eyebrow. Dallas spent some $49.6 million to obtain the services of former Arizona tackle Leonard Davis, believing a change of scenery could make the former No. 2 overall pick reach his potential. They also brought on a tested backup quarterback in Brad Johnson, who'll further aid Tony Romo's development and offer great security for those drafting the Cowboys' skill position players.
Dallas waved goodbye to Drew Bledsoe, who did not want to back up Romo. The other noticeable changes in personnel occurred on the offensive line, where Al Johnson left via free agency, and Jason Fabini and Marco Rivera were released.
New York Giants
It's a brave new world in New York, where the team will forge a new identity following the retirement of Tiki Barber. Brandon Jacobs and off-season acquisition Reuben Droughns will serve as the 1-2 punch in Tom Coughlin's backfield. Their ability to build a consistent running game will determine how well Eli Manning progresses in his third full season as a starter.
The team also added Anthony Wright to compete for the backup job to Manning, and traded for kicker Lawrence Tynes after Jay Feely signed with the Dolphins.
In addition to Barber's retirement and Feely's departure, the team severed ties with several notable veterans. Luke Petitgout, Chad Morton and LaVar Arrington all failed physicals and were released, lineman Bob Whitfield retired and two members of the receiving corps will look to make impacts for new squads, with Tim Carter lining up in Cleveland following a trade and little-used tight end Visanthe Shiancoe starting for the Vikings.
Oft-injured linebacker Carlos Emmons was released, while cornerback Frank Walker signed a deal with the Packers.
"Hey, Big Tuna."
The only place we'll get to hear that call-out this fall is in The Office during the always awkward exchanges between Andy and Jim. The NFL's "Big Tuna," Bill Parcells, has left the sidelines for studio work.
It's one of the biggest off-season changes in the game, seeing as the Cowboys were a bad hold from advancement in the playoffs. The missed opportunity certainly took it's toll on the coach, and he vacated the job shortly thereafter.
Parcells' exit from Big D is rivaled only by the departure of another star for the media world. Let's review this off-season in the NFC East.
Dallas Cowboys
The list of comings and goings on the player roster is relatively short, but the change at the top spot is most intriguing. Bill Parcells is gone, replaced by defensive-minded Wade Phillips. Phillips' defense is what has most scribes and pundits wagging their tongues as camp approaches. Interestingly, it didn't require a huge influx of players to get to that assessment. The Cowboys added Ken Hamlin (formerly of Seattle) to the secondary, losing only Kenyon Coleman and Ryan Fowler to free agency (Jets and Titans, respectively).
The big splash in the offensive ranks was met with many a raised eyebrow. Dallas spent some $49.6 million to obtain the services of former Arizona tackle Leonard Davis, believing a change of scenery could make the former No. 2 overall pick reach his potential. They also brought on a tested backup quarterback in Brad Johnson, who'll further aid Tony Romo's development and offer great security for those drafting the Cowboys' skill position players.
Dallas waved goodbye to Drew Bledsoe, who did not want to back up Romo. The other noticeable changes in personnel occurred on the offensive line, where Al Johnson left via free agency, and Jason Fabini and Marco Rivera were released.
New York Giants
It's a brave new world in New York, where the team will forge a new identity following the retirement of Tiki Barber. Brandon Jacobs and off-season acquisition Reuben Droughns will serve as the 1-2 punch in Tom Coughlin's backfield. Their ability to build a consistent running game will determine how well Eli Manning progresses in his third full season as a starter.
The team also added Anthony Wright to compete for the backup job to Manning, and traded for kicker Lawrence Tynes after Jay Feely signed with the Dolphins.
In addition to Barber's retirement and Feely's departure, the team severed ties with several notable veterans. Luke Petitgout, Chad Morton and LaVar Arrington all failed physicals and were released, lineman Bob Whitfield retired and two members of the receiving corps will look to make impacts for new squads, with Tim Carter lining up in Cleveland following a trade and little-used tight end Visanthe Shiancoe starting for the Vikings.
Oft-injured linebacker Carlos Emmons was released, while cornerback Frank Walker signed a deal with the Packers.
FOXSports.com, Updated 1 hour ago
"Hey, Big Tuna."
The only place we'll get to hear that call-out this fall is in The Office during the always awkward exchanges between Andy and Jim. The NFL's "Big Tuna," Bill Parcells, has left the sidelines for studio work.
It's one of the biggest off-season changes in the game, seeing as the Cowboys were a bad hold from advancement in the playoffs. The missed opportunity certainly took it's toll on the coach, and he vacated the job shortly thereafter.
Parcells' exit from Big D is rivaled only by the departure of another star for the media world. Let's review this off-season in the NFC East.
Dallas Cowboys
The list of comings and goings on the player roster is relatively short, but the change at the top spot is most intriguing. Bill Parcells is gone, replaced by defensive-minded Wade Phillips. Phillips' defense is what has most scribes and pundits wagging their tongues as camp approaches. Interestingly, it didn't require a huge influx of players to get to that assessment. The Cowboys added Ken Hamlin (formerly of Seattle) to the secondary, losing only Kenyon Coleman and Ryan Fowler to free agency (Jets and Titans, respectively).
The big splash in the offensive ranks was met with many a raised eyebrow. Dallas spent some $49.6 million to obtain the services of former Arizona tackle Leonard Davis, believing a change of scenery could make the former No. 2 overall pick reach his potential. They also brought on a tested backup quarterback in Brad Johnson, who'll further aid Tony Romo's development and offer great security for those drafting the Cowboys' skill position players.
Dallas waved goodbye to Drew Bledsoe, who did not want to back up Romo. The other noticeable changes in personnel occurred on the offensive line, where Al Johnson left via free agency, and Jason Fabini and Marco Rivera were released.
New York Giants
It's a brave new world in New York, where the team will forge a new identity following the retirement of Tiki Barber. Brandon Jacobs and off-season acquisition Reuben Droughns will serve as the 1-2 punch in Tom Coughlin's backfield. Their ability to build a consistent running game will determine how well Eli Manning progresses in his third full season as a starter.
The team also added Anthony Wright to compete for the backup job to Manning, and traded for kicker Lawrence Tynes after Jay Feely signed with the Dolphins.
In addition to Barber's retirement and Feely's departure, the team severed ties with several notable veterans. Luke Petitgout, Chad Morton and LaVar Arrington all failed physicals and were released, lineman Bob Whitfield retired and two members of the receiving corps will look to make impacts for new squads, with Tim Carter lining up in Cleveland following a trade and little-used tight end Visanthe Shiancoe starting for the Vikings.
Oft-injured linebacker Carlos Emmons was released, while cornerback Frank Walker signed a deal with the Packers.
"Hey, Big Tuna."
The only place we'll get to hear that call-out this fall is in The Office during the always awkward exchanges between Andy and Jim. The NFL's "Big Tuna," Bill Parcells, has left the sidelines for studio work.
It's one of the biggest off-season changes in the game, seeing as the Cowboys were a bad hold from advancement in the playoffs. The missed opportunity certainly took it's toll on the coach, and he vacated the job shortly thereafter.
Parcells' exit from Big D is rivaled only by the departure of another star for the media world. Let's review this off-season in the NFC East.
Dallas Cowboys
The list of comings and goings on the player roster is relatively short, but the change at the top spot is most intriguing. Bill Parcells is gone, replaced by defensive-minded Wade Phillips. Phillips' defense is what has most scribes and pundits wagging their tongues as camp approaches. Interestingly, it didn't require a huge influx of players to get to that assessment. The Cowboys added Ken Hamlin (formerly of Seattle) to the secondary, losing only Kenyon Coleman and Ryan Fowler to free agency (Jets and Titans, respectively).
The big splash in the offensive ranks was met with many a raised eyebrow. Dallas spent some $49.6 million to obtain the services of former Arizona tackle Leonard Davis, believing a change of scenery could make the former No. 2 overall pick reach his potential. They also brought on a tested backup quarterback in Brad Johnson, who'll further aid Tony Romo's development and offer great security for those drafting the Cowboys' skill position players.
Dallas waved goodbye to Drew Bledsoe, who did not want to back up Romo. The other noticeable changes in personnel occurred on the offensive line, where Al Johnson left via free agency, and Jason Fabini and Marco Rivera were released.
New York Giants
It's a brave new world in New York, where the team will forge a new identity following the retirement of Tiki Barber. Brandon Jacobs and off-season acquisition Reuben Droughns will serve as the 1-2 punch in Tom Coughlin's backfield. Their ability to build a consistent running game will determine how well Eli Manning progresses in his third full season as a starter.
The team also added Anthony Wright to compete for the backup job to Manning, and traded for kicker Lawrence Tynes after Jay Feely signed with the Dolphins.
In addition to Barber's retirement and Feely's departure, the team severed ties with several notable veterans. Luke Petitgout, Chad Morton and LaVar Arrington all failed physicals and were released, lineman Bob Whitfield retired and two members of the receiving corps will look to make impacts for new squads, with Tim Carter lining up in Cleveland following a trade and little-used tight end Visanthe Shiancoe starting for the Vikings.
Oft-injured linebacker Carlos Emmons was released, while cornerback Frank Walker signed a deal with the Packers.
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