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Boss expected to be active Week 9	Updated 11/4/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss (ankle) went through limited practice reps all week as the team prepares for Week 9 vs. San Diego. Boss arguably had his best game of the season in a Week 8 loss to the Eagles, as he posted three catches for 70 yards and one touchdown -- his first of the season. He is considered probable for Week 9.	Analysis: Boss did turn his ankle late in the game against Philly, but it shouldn't keep him out for Week 9. Boss has been a disappointing Fantasy option in 2009 after being a touchdown vulture last season. The Giants have been focused on developing their receivers and that has taken away a lot of Boss' targets. Consider him a No. 2 Fantasy TE for Week 9.

Boss gets on the board with score	Updated 11/1/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught three passes for 70 yards in Week 8 at the Eagles, including a touchdown pass. It was his first touchdown of the season.	Analysis: Boss seems to take a beating every week for the Giants and Week 8 against the Eagles was certainly not different. He had his knee rolled up on on one play and appeared to be in serious pain, but returned shortly after and wound up scoring a touchdown. He's a workman who does a lot of dirty work for the Giants, but it doesn't result in big statistical games. View him as a suitable stopgap or bye week replacement, but don't expect big games out of him on a week-to-week basis. The Giants host the Chargers in Week 9.

Boss did not suffer concussion	Updated 10/27/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The New York Times reports Giants TE Kevin Boss said Monday that he did not sustain a concussion when he was hit on the head during Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Cardinals on Sunday night. But Boss, who was hit helmet to helmet by safety Antrel Rolle after a 25-yard reception said, "It feels like I've gotten in a car wreck. Anytime you get hit that hard, definitely the lights turn off for a second," Boss said. "But I came to pretty quick."	Analysis: It sounds like Boss will be fine for Week 8 against the Eagles. Keep an eye on his status, but consider him a No. 2 Fantasy TE against Philadelphia. The Eagles are the worst team against opposing tight ends with 43 catches for 470 yards and four touchdowns allowed in six games, so Boss could be considered a sleeper in deep leagues.

Boss takes hard hit	Updated 10/26/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss was seen leaving the X-ray room after the game Sunday against the Cardinals. Boss received a helmet-to-helmet hit late in the game and was slow to get to his feet. He finished with three catches for 35 yards.	Analysis: Boss has battled an ankle injury the past three weeks, but he has been able to play through it. Keep an eye on his head injury and hope he's ready for Week 8 at the Eagles. When healthy, Boss is a No. 2 Fantasy TE.

Boss held to one catch in Week 6	Updated 10/18/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught one pass in Week 6 at New Orleans. He returned from an ankle injury that forced him to miss Week 5 against Oakland.	Analysis: Boss was thrown to twice in the game. Boss has been held to three or fewer catches in all but one game this season and his best game was a 3-catch, 62-yard game in Week 1. He's been no more than a No. 2 Fantasy tight end this season and should be viewed as just a bye week or injury replacement for Week 7 against the Cardinals.

Manning, Bradshaw, Boss active in NO	Updated 10/18/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: As expected, Giants QB Eli Manning, RB Ahmad Bradshaw and TE Kevin Boss have been declared active and will play in Week 6 at New Orleans.	Analysis: All three players are safe plays and Fantasy owners waiting for official word on their health can go ahead and activate them. They are all safe plays.

Boss expected to start Week 6	Updated 10/15/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss (ankle) was able to practice Thursday and Friday without limitation. He was out for Week 5 against Oakland but is expected to play in Week 6 against New Orleans. He has been listed as probable for the game.	Analysis: Boss looks like he'll be able to go Week 6 after sitting out Week 5. When healthy, Boss is a No. 2 Fantasy TE.

Boss back at practice	Updated 10/14/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss (ankle) returned to practice Wednesday after sitting out against Oakland. He will be questionable for Week 6 at the Saints.	Analysis: New Orleans has yielded only 18 completions to tight ends through four games this season. Keep an eye on Boss' status, but consider him a No. 2 Fantasy TE this week.

Boss listed among Week 5 inactives	Updated 10/11/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss (ankle) was listed as inactive for Week 5 against Oakland. He had been listed as doubtful on the injury report and was not expected to play.	Analysis: Boss had been feeling better throughout the course of the week, but the Giants did not feel he was ready enough to activate. Keep him reserved in all leagues until he is healthy enough to return, but he has been merely a No. 2 caliber tight end in Fantasy when healthy.

Ankle to keep Boss sidelined	Updated 10/9/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: After missing practice all week with a sprained right ankle, Giants TE Kevin Boss was officially listed as doubtful for Week 5 against the Raiders. He's not expected to play.	Analysis: Boss hasn't been a good Fantasy option to begin with, and other tight ends like Vernon Davis and Marcedes Lewis have passed him by on our rankings. Consider one of them or another decent TE option over Boss both this week, and into the future.

Boss feels better Thursday	Updated 10/8/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: TE Kevin Boss is feeling slightly better. "The ankle is down a little bit," said coach Tom Coughlin. Coughlin has left the door open for rookie LT Will Beatty to see some more time as a TE for blocking purposes. "Under normal circumstances, we could do that," Coughlin added.	Analysis: When healthy, Boss is a No. 2 Fantasy option against the Raiders. The fact that he's at less than 100 percent makes him an unappealing option in Fantasy this week.

Boss sits out practice	Updated 10/7/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss did not practice because of a sprained right ankle. He said it is improving but is considered questionable for Week 5 anyway. The Giants might consider using backup offensive lineman William Beatty as a tackle-eligible blocker to replace Boss on Sunday against the Raiders.	Analysis: Keep an eye on Boss' status and hope he's OK for Week 5 against Oakland. When healthy, Boss is a No. 2 Fantasy option, though he hasn't been posting strong stats this year.

Boss has injured ankle	Updated 10/5/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Also added to the Giants' walking-wounded Monday was TE Kevin Boss. Coach Tom Coughlin tentatively called him, "day-to-day," and added that the injury is an ankle sprain that Boss previously had. He was hurt Sunday at Kansas City but finished the game. He had four catches for 41 yards on the day.	Analysis: Keep an eye on Boss' status and hope he's OK for Week 5 against Oakland. When healthy, Boss is a No. 2 Fantasy option against the Raiders.

Boss makes four grabs in Week 4	Updated 10/4/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught four passes for 41 yards in Week 4 at Kansas City. He was targeted five times in the game. The four catches were a season high.	Analysis: Boss appeared to have suffered an injury just prior to the end of the first half, but he returned and played in the second half. He is the Giants' leading pass catching tight end, but is not an explosive receiving option who is targeted regularly in the offense. He should be viewed as a serviceable, albeit unspectacular Fantasy TE for Week 5 in what figures to be a favorable matchup against the Raiders.

Boss facing weak pass defense	Updated 10/1/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss will face a non division opponent in Week 4 at Kansas City. The Chiefs have allowed an average of 243 net passing yards per game through the first three weeks of the season. They have allowed five passing touchdowns.	Analysis: The Chiefs allowed Eagles TE Brent Celek eight catches for 104 yards and a touchdown in Week 3. Todd Heap had five catches for 74 yards and a touchdown against them in Week 1. Boss is not quite at the level of those two tight ends, having caught just three passes combined over his last two weeks, totaling less than 50 yards. He has not scored a touchdown this season. However, this matchup is favorable enough to consider him a sleeper as a bye week or injury replacement in Week 4.

Boss makes a couple of grabs	Updated 9/27/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught two passes for 27 yards in a Week 3 win over the Buccaneers.	Analysis: The Giants didn't need to pass in Week 3 as they ran all over the Bucs, so Boss' targets were limited. In Week 4, New York plays at Kansas City and Boss should continue to be thought of as just a No. 2 Fantasy TE.

Boss disappoints in Week 2	Updated 9/21/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss had just one catch at Dallas, good for 13 yards. QB Eli Manning hooked up with Mario Manningham and Steve Smith for 10 catches, over 130 yards receiving and a touchdown each, taking targets and stats away from his tight end. A 17-yard reception was wiped out by a Giants penalty; he was targeted a total of three times.	Analysis: Boss' role in the Giants' offense is not minimalized yet, but the fact that other options are emerging for the team as well as a glut of good tight ends emerging around the NFL makes Boss more of a top-end No. 2 Fantasy TE. He was already considered a good red-zone target for the Giants, and he'll keep that role, but the rest of his opportunities might suffer some. Consider other options before going with Boss at Tampa Bay in Week 3.

Boss seeking end zone trip vs. Cowboys	Updated 9/18/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught a touchdown last season against the Cowboys, New York's Week 2 opponent. Also, Dallas allowed a Week 1 score to Bucs TE Kellen Winslow.	Analysis: Boss is a big, reliable target for Eli Manning, and he should see enough targets this season without a true No. 1 WR on the Giants. Start Boss in deeper leagues.

TE Boss already more of a factor	Updated 9/13/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, who has the potential to play a bigger role in the passing game with Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer gone, already was more of a factor in the season opener against the Redskins. He caught three passes for 62 yards. Only once did he have 60 yards receiving in a game last season.	Analysis: Boss has been more of a target in the red zone than between the 20s, but that could change this year. He showed Sunday why he's a respectable option in Fantasy if you missed out on the elite options on Draft Day. He's a viable starter at Dallas in Week 2.

Boss didn't score vs. 'Skins in '08	Updated 9/8/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss has played just three career games against the Washington Redskins, his Week 1 opponent. Boss saw two games against the 'Skins in 2008 but failed to make a catch in the first game at Giants Stadium. He did grab three balls at Washington later in the year for 45 yards.	Analysis: Boss led the Giants with six receiving touchdowns in 2008 but none came against Washington. He did score against them in 2007, however. Boss has high expectations this season, and he did well helping the Giants replace Jeremy Shockey last year. We like Boss to step up his game this season. Last year, he had 33 catches for 384 yards and six touchdowns in the regular season. He should improve on those stats this year and is worth using in most Fantasy leagues Week 1.

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Boss ready for preseason action	Updated 8/16/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss is looking to make a statement during the preseason that he can help the Giants depleted receiving corps with Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer gone. "We all have something to prove, so as a group it helps a lot because every time you get the opportunity you are trying to take it to the next level," Boss said. "So whatever chance you get, short pass, deep pass, you are trying to do something with it. It is putting the edge on us to go over the top in whatever you do."	Analysis: Boss has high expectations this season, and he did well helping the Giants replace Jeremy Shockey last year. We like Boss to step up his game this season. Last year, he had 33 catches for 384 yards and six touchdowns in the regular season. He should improve on those stats this year, and he's worth drafting as a borderline No. 1 Fantasy option with a late-round pick.

Boss ready for big season	Updated 6/4/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss is looking forward to this season. After a recent OTA workout, Boss said this in Newsday: "It's great to be back out on the field. The way last season ended left a bad taste in our mouths. It's good to start working toward the new season."	Analysis: Boss has high expectations this season with the Giants missing Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer on the roster. He had high expectations last year also trying to replace Jeremy Shockey. We like Boss to step up his game this season. Last year, he had 33 catches for 384 yards and six touchdowns in the regular season. He should improve on those stats this year, and he's worth drafting as a borderline No. 1 Fantasy option with a mid-round pick.

Boss leads Giants in playoff	Updated 1/11/2009
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss led his teammates with 52 receiving yards on three catches in Sunday's Divisional Playoff loss to the Eagles. The Giants are eliminated from the playoffs after the 23-11 Eagles win. Boss, however, looked very good in the game and came up with some big plays.	Analysis: Boss finished the regular season with 33 catches for 384 yards and six touchdowns as the man who took over the tight end duties from Jeremy Shockey. It wasn't exactly Shockey-esque totals but the Giants, and Fantasy owners, will take it. He never had a 100-yard game but was solid all year and should enter 2009 as a high-end No. 2 option in Fantasy and a very solid bye-week replacement.

As expected, TE Boss out	Updated 12/28/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss has been listed as inactive for Week 17 at Minnesota with ankle and concussion problems. He was listed as doubtful coming into the game. The club has listed Michael Matthews as the starter at tight end for the game.	Analysis: Boss should remain benched in keeper leagues and dropped for an alternative in seasonal leagues, with Matthews no better than a desperation pickup off the waiver wire for the game against the Vikings. He should see a lot of playing time.

Boss pops up on injury report	Updated 12/24/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: According to The Daily News Giants TE Kevin Boss was one of eight Giants players in the team trainer's office Wednesday as the Giants prepare for their Week 17 game at Minnesota. Boss is questionable for the final game of the regular season.	Analysis: Boss looked to be turning things around last week, getting into the end zone after a two-game absence and racking up 46 receiving yards. Since the Giants have locked up the top spot in the NFC, they may take it easy with Boss and let him rest a couple of weeks. Boss is a pretty risky start for Week 17.

Boss gets back in the end zone	Updated 12/22/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught five passes for 46 yards in Week 16 against Carolina, including a 4-yard touchdown pass.	Analysis: Boss came into the game with just one catch in each of his two previous games so anyone who started him was taking a leap of faith. In leagues of 12-plus teams, it paid off mostly thanks to the touchdown. The Giants have clinched home field advantage through the playoffs and may be looking to rest their regulars in Week 17 in Minnesota, making Boss a risky play.

Boss continues to struggle	Updated 12/14/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss continued his disappearing act Sunday at Dallas with one catch for 23 yards. Boss now has only two catches for 28 yards in his past two games against the Cowboys and Eagles.	Analysis: Boss has struggled to get open without Plaxico Burress on the field. It's hard to trust Boss at this point so don't plan on using him in Week 15 against Carolina. Consider him a No. 2 Fantasy option.

Boss does virtually nothing Sunday	Updated 12/8/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Even with Plaxico Burress out of the lineup for good, Giants TE Kevin Boss had a miserable day Week 14 against the Eagles. He caught only a five-yard pass.	Analysis: Boss entered with at least 45 yards receiving in each of his previous two games, but he remains a decent red-zone target. He isn't the best choice to start at tight end in Fantasy, but he can suffice as a No. 1 option Week 15 at Dallas. He had 30 yards receiving and caught a touchdown pass against the Cowboys in Week 9.

Boss looking good at tight end	Updated 11/30/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss made three catches for 45 yards in Week 13's 23-7 win over the Redskins. Boss went for a long of 24 yards as two of his grabs were pretty athletic plays. He's quite athletic for a big tight end and is helping the Giants forget they onetime possessed Jeremy Shockey.	Analysis: Boss has four touchdowns in his last six games and five on the season for the Giants. He's quickly becoming a favorite target of QB Eli Manning and is emerging as a viable Fantasy play on a weekly basis. He's a threat to score every week and worth using as a low-end No. 1 Fantasy TE in Week 14 against the Eagles.

Boss back in the end zone	Updated 11/24/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught four passes for 48 yards in Week 12 at the Cardinals, including a 10-yard touchdown pass. It was his fourth game with a touchdown pass in his last five games.	Analysis: Boss was coming off a game without a catch, but he has become a more consistent target in the Giants' pass offense as the season has gone on. He's a real nice target in the red zone for Manning and is a threat to score every week. For that reason, he can be considered useful in leagues of 12-plus teams that require a tight end for Week 13 at Washington.

Boss goes without catch	Updated 11/16/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss had no catches Sunday against Baltimore. He snapped a streak of three games in a row with a touchdown.	Analysis: This was expected for Boss to struggle since the Ravens have done well against tight ends all year. Look for Boss to bounce back in Week 12 at Arizona and consider Boss a low-end No. 1 Fantasy option.

Boss beautiful in Week 10	Updated 11/10/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: In the Giants' 36-31 win at the Eagles in Week 10, TE Kevin Boss continued his statistical surge by leading the club in receptions, six, and receiving yards, 69, with a touchdown. Boss has now scored in three straight games and has seen his receptions improve in each of his last three. Manning attempted to connect with Boss again on a second-half touchdown pass that Boss dropped.	Analysis: There is no doubt now that Boss is starting to carve out a role in the Giants passing offense. Owned in just 51 percent of CBSSports.com leagues, Fantasy owners should consider Boss a middle- to low-end No. 1 Fantasy tight end option until further notice. While he'll have a tough matchup in Week 11 vs. the Ravens -- and the Ravens will be ready to defend against him -- Boss is still a nice red-zone target for Manning to throw at.

Boss dealing with sprained ankle	Updated 11/3/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, coming off his second straight game with a touchdown, has a sprained ankle that will limit him in practice this week.	Analysis: Despite his slow start, Boss has emerged as a red-zone target and a useful Fantasy tight end for leagues of 12-plus teams or leagues that use two tight ends. Keep an eye on this injury, but he'll probably play at Philadelphia in Week 10.

Boss scores in second straight	Updated 11/2/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught three passes for 30 yards in Week 9 against Dallas, including a 13-yard touchdown. It was his second straight game with a touchdown.	Analysis: Boss was targeted five times in the game and is starting to become a bigger part of the offense. The touchdown pass in the first quarter was clearly designed to free him up and the fact he's getting looks in the red zone makes him that much more appealing. Despite his slow start, Boss has emerged as a useful Fantasy tight end for leagues of 12-plus teams or leagues that use two tight ends, especially during the bye weeks. The Giants play at Philadelphia in Week 10.

Boss scores game-winning touchdown	Updated 10/26/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught four passes for 34 yards in Week 8 at the Pittsburgh Steelers, including the game-winning 2-yard touchdown pass.	Analysis: Boss was targeted five times in the game by Eli Manning against an aggressive defense that left some holes up the middle of the field. Boss is by no means a primary pass-catching target in the Giants offense the way Jeremy Shockey was, but he can be useful as a No. 2 Fantasy tight end or bye week replacement. The Giants host the Cowboys in Week 9.

Boss held without a catch	Updated 10/19/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss did not have a catch in Week 7 against San Francisco. He was thrown to just once in the game.	Analysis: Boss is not a regular target in the Giants' pass offense, but does get a couple of looks per game. He could be in line for a few touchdowns this season, but there is no trend to suggest he is a reliable Fantasy tight end. View him as no more than a No. 2 Fantasy tight end during the bye weeks. The Giants travel to Pittsburgh in Week 8.

Boss again gets only one reception	Updated 10/14/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: For the second straight game, Giants TE Kevin Boss caught just one pass -- a 24-yarder -- Week 6 at Cleveland. He has only six catches on the season.	Analysis: Boss is not a regular target in the Giants' pass offense, but does get a couple of looks per game. Until he starts contributing more statistically, treat him as no more than a bye-week replacement. The Giants host the 49ers in Week 7.

Boss makes two catches in Week 5	Updated 10/5/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught two passes for nine yards in Week 5 vs. Seattle. He was thrown to three times in the game.	Analysis: Boss is not a regular target in the Giants' pass offense, but does get a couple of looks per game. He could be in line for a few touchdowns this season, but there is no trend to suggest he is a reliable Fantasy tight end. View him as no more than a No. 2 Fantasy tight end during the bye weeks. The Giants travel to Cleveland in Week 6.

Boss not that in Giants offense yet	Updated 10/3/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The Sports Xchange notes that Kevin Boss, still perfecting his blocking, has no qualms about being an "afterthought" in QB Eli Manning's mind. Boss has only three receptions this season, all in the last game, but Manning denies there is any reluctance to throw to him. "He's one of the receivers I look for," he said. "It's just that the first one or two guys in the 'read' have been open."	Analysis: Boss has not been a regular target in the Giants' pass offense and likely never will be in the way Jeremy Shockey was. But he can be useful as a red zone target and has some appeal in larger leagues as a No. 2 tight end or bye week replacement.

Eli: Boss always in our game plan	Updated 9/23/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The Sports Xchange notes that TE Kevin Boss had three receptions in Week 3 against Cincinnati, the first three of the season for him and any other TE on the roster. "We always had him in our game plan," said QB Eli Manning. "Things just were more available before."	Analysis: Boss has not been a regular target in the Giants' pass offense and likely never will be in the way Jeremy Shockey was. But he can be useful as a red zone target and has some appeal in larger leagues as a No. 2 tight end or bye week replacement. But in Week 4, the Giants will be on a bye so he won't be helpful in that role obviously.

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Boss gets on the board with TD	Updated 9/21/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, who came into Week 3 without a catch, made three catches for 51 yards against the Bengals. He caught a go-ahead 4-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter for his first touchdown of the season.	Analysis: Boss has not been a regular target in the Giants' pass offense and likely never will be in the way Jeremy Shockey was. But he can be useful as a red zone target and has some appeal in larger leagues as a No. 2 tight end or bye week replacement. But in Week 4, the Giants will be on a bye so he won't be helpful in that role obviously.

Boss to play Bengals in Week 3	Updated 9/18/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss will take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3 at Giants Stadium. The Bengals (0-2) have allowed just 247 yards passing combined over their first two games. That's the fewest passing yards of any team this season that has played two games. They've allowed just one touchdown in the two games, but have recorded no interceptions and only one sack.	Analysis: Don't be alarmed by the yardage totals. The Giants aren't exactly playing the best pass defense in the league. The numbers, in this case, do lie. The Bengals played a rookie quarterback playing his first NFL game in Week 1 and they played in ridiculously windy conditions in Week 2 due to the remnants of Hurricane Ike. With that said, Boss hasn't put up numbers against any pass defense. In Week 2, Boss did not have a catch against the Rams and they've allowed the most passing yards in the NFL through the first two weeks. Boss may be a viable bye week replacement option at some point this season, but that doesn't help anyone right now.

Boss catchless in Week 2	Updated 9/14/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss did not have a catch in Week 2 at St. Louis. He caught one ball, but had the play called back for a holding penalty.	Analysis: Let's get something straight. Boss is no Jeremy Shockey and he doesn't figure to be used in the offense as a primary receiver ofter like Shockey had been in his career as a Giant. But that doesn't mean he can't be useful in Fantasy. View him as a No. 2 Fantasy tight end or a bye week replacement option.

Boss held without a catch	Updated 9/5/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss failed to record a catch Week 1 against the Redskins. He was targeted twice by QB Eli Manning, including a pass in the third quarter in which Boss was overthrown and the ball was picked by Fred Smoot.	Analysis: The Giants were able to beat Washington 16-7 Week 1 despite Boss not being very active in the gameplan. The Giants traded Jeremy Shockey to New Orleans in the offseason after Boss helped them win the Super Bowl last season. He is a capable pass receiver, but Boss is no Shockey. He remains at best a No. 2 Fantasy TE heading into Week 2 against the Rams.

Boss bigger, better blocker	Updated 8/11/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The Sports Xchange reports Giants TE Kevin Boss, a rookie (fifth round) last year who took over for the injured Jeremy Shockey, is now the starter with Shockey having been traded to New Orleans. He is bigger (265 pounds on his 6-6 frame) and plays with obviously more confidence. "His blocking is better, too," says position coach Mike Pope. "We miss Jeremy. I know I do, but Kevin is going to make the position proud."	Analysis: The TE position is one of the areas where the Giants must find answers fast, but it seems almost certain that the Giants will use Boss as their primary tight end. That doesn't mean he'll be a plug-and-play replacement for Shockey, however. He's not going to be featured quite as prominently as Shockey was in the offense and will be used much more as a blocker and a safety valve for quarterback Eli Manning. Don't expect huge numbers from Boss, who will enter the season as a secondary Fantasy tight end.

Boss looking confident in camp	Updated 7/29/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The trading of TE Jeremy Shockey to New Orleans put second-year pro Kevin Boss in the starting position and, at least during the first few days of camp, he looked bigger, more confident and had three outstanding catches, according to The Sports Xchange. "I'm more familiar with what I have to do," he said, "and while Jeremy helped me a lot last year, this is how things are and I have to do my part immediately."	Analysis: The TE position is one of the areas where the Giants must find answers fast, but it seems almost certain that the Giants will use Boss as their primary tight end. That doesn't mean he'll be a plug-and-play replacement for Shockey, however. He's not going to be featured quite as prominently as Shockey was in the offense and will be used much more as a blocker and a safety valve for quarterback Eli Manning. Don't expect huge numbers from Boss, who will enter the season as a secondary Fantasy tight end.

Boss makes good first impression	Updated 7/26/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, who figures to get most of the snaps left by the departure of Jeremy Shockey, made two brilliant diving receptions in the afternoon workout Saturday. Each brought a loud cheer from the fans who hope the second-year man from Western Oregon will fill the tight end void.	Analysis: It's safe to draft Boss as a low-end No. 1 option now that Shockey is gone.

Boss now starting TE	Updated 7/21/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The New Orleans Saints have acquired disgruntled New York Giants TE Jeremy Shockey for two draft picks. Saints spokesman Greg Bensel on Monday confirmed the trade. The Giants said they will get second- and fifth-round picks in the 2009 draft. The deal must be approved by the league and is contingent on Shockey passing a physical. With Shockey gone, Kevin Boss will be the starter for the Giants.	Analysis: Boss played well when Shockey went down at the end of the regular season. Seeing regular playing time in place of Shockey, who was lost for the season after Week 14, Boss totaled 118 yards on nine catches (13.1 avg.) with two touchdowns, then posted 90 yards on five catches, including a 45-yard reception in Super Bowl XLII, in the Giants' four postseason games. It's safe to draft Boss as a low-end No. 1 option now that Shockey is gone.

TE Boss sees time late in the year	Updated 2/5/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants backup rookie TE Kevin Boss didn't play much in 2007, but when he did he made it count. Seeing regular playing time in place of TE Jeremy Shockey, who was lost for the season after Week 14, Boss totaled 118 yards on nine catches (13.1 avg.) with two touchdowns, then posted 90 yards on five catches, including a 45-yard reception in Super Bowl XLII, in the Giants' four preseason games.	Analysis: Boss isn't expected to overtake Shockey in the G-Men's starting lineup, but he should be considered a semi-regular player in the offense. However, only owners in dynasty/keeper leagues and in the deepest of Fantasy Football leagues need to concern themselves with Boss as a low-end reserve type.

Sick TE Boss returns to practice	Updated 1/11/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, who missed practice Thursday because of an illness, returned to full practice Friday for Sunday's Divisional Playoff game at Dallas. The team officially lists him as probable.	Analysis: Boss capped the 2007 season with a four-catch, 50-yard performance that included a touchdown Week 17 against the Patriots. He wasn't much of a receiving threat in a Wild Card win at Tampa Bay, but he remains a decent flier in postseason Fantasy formats heading into the Dallas game. We suspect he has recovered from his illness.

Giants hope Boss has 24-hour bug	Updated 1/10/2008
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, who took over the starting job when Jeremy Shockey broke his leg in Week 15, missed practice Thursday because of an illness. "We're hoping it's 24 hours," coach Tom Coughlin said as the team prepares for a Divisional Playoff game at Dallas.	Analysis: Boss capped the 2007 season with a four-catch, 50-yard performance that included a touchdown Week 17 against the Patriots. He wasn't much of a receiving threat in a Wild Card win at Tampa Bay, but still remains a decent flier in postseason Fantasy formats heading into the Dallas game. He should be able to go unless the illness proves to be serious. As for his Fantasy value next season, he likely won't have any with a healthy Shockey on the field.

Who's the Boss? A TD-scoring TE	Updated 12/30/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, replacing an injured Jeremy Shockey in Week 17 against the Patriots, had four catches for 50 yards, including a three-yard touchdown.	Analysis: Boss clearly has some receiving ability, but don't expect him to make a Fantasy impact in 2008 unless something happens to Shockey.

Boss held without a catch	Updated 12/23/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss did not have a catch in Week 16 at Buffalo.	Analysis: Boss is starting in place of the injured Jeremy Shockey, but he is not going to be used the same way that Shockey was. He's not a recommended option for Week 17 vs. the Patriots.

Boss ready to replace Shockey	Updated 12/18/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The unenviable task of filling Jeremy Shockey's shoes now that Shockey is out for the season falls to rookie Kevin Boss, a fifth-round pick out of Division II Western Oregon. He'll split the tight end duties with rookie Michael Matthews, who has been serving as the second, blocking tight end most of the season. Shockey is the team's second-leading receiver with 57 catches for 619 yards. Most of his pass-catching duties will fall to Boss when the Giants play at Buffalo on Sunday. "You can't really replace a guy like Jeremy," said the 6-6, 253-pounder Boss, who had two catches for 31 yards including a 19-yard touchdown Sunday night. "I do feel confident, especially with going in there yesterday and getting a lot of reps. I'm confident that I can finish out the season and try to help the team win."	Analysis: The Giants have confidence in Boss, too. Tom Coughlin said Monday that Boss has "made a lot of progress," though Eli Manning said both Boss and Matthews "will have to grow up real quick and figure out what it takes to play a whole game." Consider Boss a No. 2 Fantasy TE heading into Week 16 at Buffalo.

Boss responds to increased role	Updated 12/17/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: The Giants received some bad news Week 15 after Jeremy Shockey was forced to leave the game against the Redskins in the third quarter with a leg injury. Reports came down during the game that Shockey broke his left fibula and also sustained ankle damage that will likely keep him out the rest of the season. Shockey's departure thrust rookie Kevin Boss into a bigger role against Washington. How did he respond? With his first career touchdown. Boss caught two passes for 31 yards, including a 19-yard touchdown grab in the third quarter.	Analysis: Boss came into the game with just three catches for 37 yards, but now will have to take on a bigger role with Shockey supposedly out of the lineup. Boss is not nearly as talented as Shockey and can't be trusted outside of a No. 2 Fantasy TE if he does become the new starting TE. The Giants play the Bills in Week 16.

Boss has one catch	Updated 12/2/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss caught one pass for 4 yards at Chicago in Week 13.	Analysis: Boss doesn't post enough stats on a regular basis to warrant use in Fantasy play. Keep him off rosters at this point. The Giants play at Philadelphia in Week 14.

Giants backups don't play	Updated 11/25/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants QB Antony Wright, RB Patrick Pass, RB Madison Hedgecock, WR David Tyree and TE Kevin Boss did not record any offensive stats in Week 12 vs. Minnesota.	Analysis: None of the players listed here are in a position to help your Fantasy squad. Leave them on the waiver wire until further notice.

Rookie Boss makes a catch	Updated 11/18/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants rookie TE Kevin Boss caught a 15-yard pass at Detroit in Week 11.	Analysis: Boss doesn't post good enough statistics on a regular basis to be considered for standard Fantasy play. Keep him off rosters when the Giants host the Vikings in Week 12.

Boss records first pro catch	Updated 11/11/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants rookie TE Kevin Boss recorded his first NFL catch Week 10 against the Cowboys. His 18-yard grab in the second half was his first reception in six NFL games.	Analysis: Boss is third on the Giants' depth chart at tight end and hardly sees the field outside of special teams. Ignore him heading into Week 11 against the Lions.

Giants minions don't factor	Updated 10/21/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants RB Madison Hedgecock, WR Sinorice Moss, WR David Tyree, WR Domenik Hixon, TE Michael Matthews and TE Kevin Boss did not record any offensive statistics in Week 7 vs. San Francisco.	Analysis: None of these players are recommended Fantasy options and they should all be left on the waiver wire until further notice.

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Six Giants don't record stats	Updated 10/15/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants RB Madison Hedgecock, WR David Tyree, WR Domenik Hixon, TE Kevin Boss, TE Michael Matthews and QB Anthony Wright didn't record meaningful statistics Week 6 at Atlanta.	Analysis: These players either sit low on the depth chart or do more blocking than catching and running. Keep all on the waiver wire for Week 7 against the 49ers.

Giants backups don't factor	Updated 10/7/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants backup QB Aaron Wright, WR David Tyree, WR Domenik Hixon and TE Kevin Boss did not record an offensive statistic in Week 5 vs. the N.Y. Jets.	Analysis: None of these players are in a position to help your Fantasy team. Keep them on the waiver wire in all leagues until further notice.

TE Boss doesn't play in Week 4	Updated 10/1/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: RB Ahmad Bradshaw, WR Anthony Mix, WR Sinorice Moss and WR David Tyree each played in Week 4 against the Eagles, but they did not record any offensive statistics. TE Kevin Boss and backup QB Anthony Wright each dressed, but did not get into the game.	Analysis: Boss is not worth a look in Fantasy leagues. The Giants play at N.Y. Jets in Week 5.

Giants list Week 3 inactives	Updated 9/23/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, DB Craig Dahl, RB Robert Douglas, QB Jared Lorenzen (3rd QB), WR Steve Smith and LB Gerris Wilkinson are all inactive Week 3 at Washington.	Analysis: None of these players are solid Fantasy contributors when active. Keep them reserved in all Fantasy formats for Week 3.

Giant backups don't get stats	Updated 9/16/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants RB Madison Hedgecock and TE Kevin Boss did not record an offensive statistic in Week 2 vs. Green Bay.	Analysis: For the time being, neither player has any Fantasy appeal. Keep them on the waiver wire in all leagues.

TE Boss plays in Week 1, no stats	Updated 9/10/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: RB/KR Ahmad Bradshaw, TE Kevin Boss, TE Michael Matthews, WR Anthony Mix and WR Sinorice Moss each suited up and played in Week 1 at Dallas, but none of the players managed any offensive statistics. Bradshaw also fumbled once on a return, but was able to recover.	Analysis: None of the players mentioned, with the exception of Santana Moss, have any Fantasy value at this time. Moss is only worth using as a reserve in deeper leagues heading into Week 2 against the Packers.

No stats for rookie TE Boss	Updated 8/20/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants rookie TE Kevin Boss played at Baltimore in preseason action but failed to haul in a catch. Eli Manning threw at him once, as did Jared Lorenzen.	Analysis: Boss is auditioning for the No. 2 TE role behind Jeremy Shockey. His playing time will be limited this season unless Shockey gets hurt. Keep him off of seasonal Fantasy rosters, but cast an eye towards him with a late-round pick in rookie-only dynasty league drafts.

TE Boss still sidelined	Updated 8/15/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants WR Plaxico Burress attempted to practice for the first time Wednesday since spraining his right ankle on Aug. 2, but had to quit after a couple of minutes. Also, cornerback Corey Webster missed practice with a hip injury, while rookie tight end Kevin Boss missed his second straight day due to a bruised shoulder.	Analysis: Boss will not play enough to help your Fantasy team this year, but he is worth keeping an eye on for the future. Do not draft him in any leagues in 2007.

TE Boss injures shoulder Saturday	Updated 8/12/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss, the fifth-round draft pick, suffered a shoulder contusion in Saturday's preseason game against the Panthers and his status for Monday's practice is uncertain.	Analysis: Boss will not play enough to help your Fantasy team this year, but he is worth keeping an eye on for the future. Do not draft him in any leagues in 2007.

Giants sign TE Boss	Updated 7/19/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: According to the Star Ledger, the Giants agreed to terms with TE Kevin Boss, the team's fifth-round pick, on a four-year contract. Boss, a Western Oregon graduate, impressed the coaches during minicamp and might begin the season as the No. 2 TE behind Jeremy Shockey.	Analysis: Boss will not play enough to help your Fantasy team this year, but he is worth keeping an eye on for the future. Do not draft him in any leagues in 2007.

Ross headlines Giants' draftees	Updated 5/8/2007
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
News: Aside from second-round pick WR Steve Smith, the Giants' 2007 draft class includes: Texas CB Aaron Ross, Penn State DT Jay Alford, Brown LB Zak DeOssie, Western Oregon TE Kevin Boss, Oregon State OT Adam Koets, Arizona SS Michael Johnson and Marshall RB Ahmad Bradshaw.	Analysis: Ross is a total package DB who should start right away for the G-Men and be a game-changing cornerback. He's worth a late-round flier in IDP leagues and an early-round pick in dynasty rookie drafts. Alford and DeOssie will have the chance to develop into good defensive players as their careers go on, while the rest will be reserves for the club in 2007 and not put up enough points to warrant use in Fantasy play.

	Updated 12/31/1969
Kevin Boss, TE NYG
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