News: The Eagles trimmed their roster further on Saturday, and some notable players were let go. Among them were WRs Sinorice Moss and Chad Hall, DEs Daniel Te'o-Nesheim and Phillip Hunt, TE Donald Lee and DT Anthony Hargrove.
Analysis: Though all of the aforementioned players have solid regular-season experience, they were fighting for reserve spots on the roster. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on where they land, but neither of them should be owned in the majority of leagues until they prove their worth.
News: The Eagles signed former Giants WR Sinorice Moss Tuesday. He had an injury-shortened 2010 (sports hernia), but now says he's 100 percent after a season of rehab. The University of Miami product is excited to be in Philadelphia. "The Eagles were a good fit for me because they throw the football," Moss told the team's official website. "I'm a wide receiver, and of course, a team that throws the ball and has an opportunity for you to be a part of this system, and the chance to catch some passes from Mike Vick, who would turn that down?"
Analysis: Moss was highly-touted by the Eagles in 2006, when they nearly selected him in the draft. "Definitely there was some interest from the Eagles," Moss acknowledged. "And it was so surreal to have the opportunity to come in and meet with those guys again. It just amazes me that now I'm a Philadelphia Eagle." Though he has suffered several injuries, a speedy WR in the Eagles offense is always a threat. Still, with several talented WRs expected to be ahead of him, Moss figures to chip in on offense. His role will likely pit him as the team's top returner. Until he proves healthy and productive in Philadelphia, Moss should be ignored in Fantasy play on Draft Day.
News: The Giants waived/injured WR Sinorice Moss on Tuesday. Moss has been on injured reserve since late August with a groin injury.
Analysis: Moss finishes his Giants career for now with 39 catches for 421 yards and three touchdowns in three seasons. He might well find his way on to a roster either late this season or in 2011, but for now can continue to be ignored in Fantasy play.
News: The Giants placed WR Sinorice Moss on IR Tuesday after he underwent sports hernia surgery. He is now out for the season.
Analysis: Moss was playing well earlier this preseason, but his groin wasn't quick to respond to treatment, and the emergence of Victor Cruz made this decision easier for the Giants. Continue to ignore Moss in all Fantasy formats.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss will seek a second opinion on his injured groin/pelvic area on Monday, reports the Daily News. Reports are the injury doesn't look good.
Analysis: Moss better get over this injury and quick because he's no lock to make the 53-man roster. Even if he does, he doesn't figure to post enough stats to be on Fantasy rosters.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss is enjoying a fine training camp, and determined to make the team despite a glut of talented players at receiver. A second-round draft pick in 2006, Moss has failed to meet his expectations, but turns criticism into motivation. "It seems like every year since I've been here they've pretty much written me off as being the odd man out," he told NFL.com. "I mean, it's true. It's things that I've seen, the things that I've read since I've been here, I've kind of been the odd man out. That's definitely fuel for me, because I know what I can bring to this team with the opportunity given to myself. I know the work that I put in each and every year." Moss has been working as the team's punt and kick returner after Domenik Hixon was lost for the season, and hopes to continue doing so during the regular season. "That's something I would love to do," Moss said. "I had the opportunity to do it two games last year, and I felt extremely comfortable back there. You know, after the second game I had to do it. So I went to coach and I just let him know, 'If you need me, wherever you need me, I'm willing to do it and to contribute to the team.'"
Analysis: Moss' play during OTAs and thus far in training camp has caught the attention of Giants head coach Tom Coughlin. "He worked real well in the spring," Coughlin said. "He's taken advantage of his opportunities here. He's volunteered for pretty much everything, kickoff return, punt return. Consistency. The ability to make the big play, he's in a big play position. That's got to happen for us. He's worked hard. He's worked very hard and he's got a great attitude, as always. We're all rooting for him." Moss certainly has his work cut out for him, with Steve Smith, Mario Manningham, Hakeem Nicks, Derek Hagan and Ramses Barden all providing stiff competition at receiver. But even if he does make the 53-man roster, Moss likely wouldn't be more than the No. 4 WR. He could be a worthy waiver-wire addition during the season, but he can be ignored on Draft Day.
News: With the news that Giants WR Domenik Hixon will miss the 2010 season with a torn ACL, veteran WR Sinorice Moss looks like a much safer lock to remain on the roster than before. Moss can contribute on special teams and on offense.
Analysis: If he were to make the team he'd be buried on the depth chart by at least Steve Smith, Hakeem Nicks and Mario Manningham. There wouldn't be much room for him to tally a bunch of stats. Keep him off rosters for now.
News: The Newark Star-Ledger reports that Giants WR Sinorice Moss signed his one-year tender as a restricted free agent. The Giants' fifth-year WR wasn't going anywhere and had until Thursday to sign the contract that will pay him $1.176 million this season -- only if he makes the final roster.
Analysis: Moss isn't going to make an impact for Fantasy owners this season if he remains with the Giants, who are loaded at receiver with Steve Smith, Hakeem Nicks, Mario Manningham and Ramses Barden. Ignore Moss in all leagues on Draft Day.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 16 against the Panthers: WR Ramses Barden, RB Danny Ware, DB Aaron Ross, WR Sinorice Moss and TE Scott Chandler.
Analysis: None of the players listed here have any real Fantasy appeal. Leave them inactive in all leagues.
News: The Giants have listed the following players as inactive for Monday night at Washington in Week 15: WR Ramses Barden, CB Cory Webster, RB Danny Ware, CB Aaron Ross, WR Sinorice Moss and TE Darcy Johnson.
Analysis: None of these players are relevant in Fantasy and can continue to be ignored in all formats.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 13 vs. Dallas: DB Michael Johnson, RB Danny Ware, DB D.J. Johnson, TE Travis Beckum, WR Sinorice Moss, WR Ramses Barden.
Analysis: None of the players listed here have any real Fantasy appeal. Leave them reserved in all leagues until further notice.
News: The Giants have listed their inactives for Week 12 at Denver, including WR Ramses Barden, CB D.J. Johnson, CB Kevin Dockey and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of these players are worth using when active. Ignore them in all leagues.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 11 against Atlanta: WR Ramses Barden, DB D.J. Johnson, RB Gartrell Johnson, DB Kevin Dockery, LB Antonio Pierce and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: Aside from Pierce, none of the players listed are expected to have any Fantasy appeal. Leave them on waivers in all leagues until further notice.
News: Giants WR Ramses Barden, DB Aaron Ross, RB Gartrell Johnson, LB Bryan Kehl, DL Dave Tollefson and WR Sinorice Moss have all been ruled inactive for Week 9 vs. San Diego.
Analysis: Ross has yet to play this season because of a hamstring injury and there is no telling when he might return. He is about the only inactive Fantasy player with some value when active. Most of the other players are reserves and barely factor. Keep them reserved for Week 9.
News: The following Giants did not record an offensive statistic in Week 8 at Philadelphia: RB Madison Hedgecock, QB David Carr, RB Danny Ware, TE Travis Beckum, WR Sinorice Moss and TE Darcy Johnson.
Analysis: None of the players listed are expected to carry any real Fantasy appeal this season. Leave them reserved in all leagues until further notice.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 7 against Arizona: WR Ramses Barden, DB Aaron Ross, RB Gartrell Johnson, LB Michael Boley, WR Sinorice Moss and DL Chris Canty.
Analysis: None of the players on this list are expected to have significant Fantasy value this season. Leave them out of active lineups in all leagues until further notice.
News:Madison Hedgecock, Gartrell Johnson, Derek Hagan and Sinorice Moss did not record an offensive statistic in Week 6 at New Orleans.
Analysis: None of the listed players are expected to have significant Fantasy appeal this season. Leave them on waivers in all leagues until further notice.
News:Sinorice Moss and Domenik Hixon were the only two Giants not to record an offensive statistic in Week 5 against the Raiders. Moss did fumble a punt in the game.
Analysis: Both Hixon and Moss have fallen behind the Giants' young emerging group of receivers that include Steve Smith, Mario Manningham and Hakeem Nicks. Neither player is a recommended Fantasy option at the moment.
News: Giants RB Gartrell Johnson, WR Derek Hagan, WR Sinorice Moss and TE Darcy Johnson did not record an offensive statistic in Week 4 at Kansas City.
Analysis: Aside from possibly Moss, who is not considered a starter, none of the players on this list figure to have much Fantasy appeal in the near future. Until their role changes, they should be left on the waiver wire in all leagues. Moss had a touchdown in Week 3 against Tampa Bay, but is far too erratic to rely upon in Fantasy.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught just one pass in a Week 3 rout of the Buccaneers, but he made it count as he snagged his first touchdown since Week 5 of last season.
Analysis: Moss is a backup WR for the Giants and only saw one target on Sunday. Continue to ignore him in all formats when New York visit Kansas City in Week 4.
News: Notable Giants players who were active and dressed but didn't record a stat at Dallas in Week 2 include: backup QB David Carr, TE Darcy Johnson, WR Ramses Barden, RB Gartrell Johnson, TE Travis Beckum and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of these players warrant Fantasy use at this time because they aren't expected to see the field much. Keep them all off of Fantasy rosters. The Giants play at the Bucs in Week 3.
News: The Newark Star-Ledger reports Giants rookie WR Hakeem Nicks will apparently be an integral part of the Giants' offense for Week 1 against Washington. "He's playing it right now," coach Tom Coughlin said Friday when asked at what point Nicks will play a "major role" in the offense. "He's involved right now in everything we're doing. We basically have four guys that will do a lot of rotating and a lot of playing." The other three are obviously Domenik Hixon, Steve Smith and Mario Manningham. Derek Hagan figures to be active and playing a role in special teams, which means Sinorice Moss and Ramses Barden could be among the inactives.
Analysis: Nicks could be a sleeper for Week 1 against the Redskins in deep leagues, but don't plan on using him in standard formats. In time, he could become a solid Fantasy option, but we want to see it happen first. Keep Manningham, Hagan, Moss and Barden reserved in all formats this week.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss might have saved his job with a two-touchdown performance during Thursday's preseason finale against the Patriots. Moss caught a 23-yard touchdown from Eli Manning to opening the scoring and added a 12-yard reception from David Carr minutes late. Both of Moss' touchdowns came against rookie safety Pat Chung, New England's top draft pick.
Analysis: Moss expressed concern recently that he might be on the chopping block after a poor preseason showing. He has failed to live up to expectations of being a second-round pick and potential slot receiver for the Giants. However, he did flash some playmaking abilities Thursday and that could have saved his job. Even if Moss makes the team, it's probably best to steer clear of him in Fantasy until he starts making plays in games that count.
News: The New York Daily News reports that Sinorice Moss is worried that he may not make the cut with the Giants this season. "I don't know what it is. I'm going to keep doing what I'm doing, keep working hard. This week is a new week, a new opportunity for myself to go out and make some plays," said Moss.
Analysis: The report adds that Moss has remained positive throughout a three-year career that has been marked by injuries, inconsistent performances and a lack of opportunities. But this week, his demeanor turned sour after his unexpected experience against the Jets. Other than on special teams, he didn't get on the field until late in the second half, although the first-team offense played most of the first three quarters. Even rookies Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden got time in the offense with quarterback Eli Manning ahead of Moss. The Giants are looking for answers at WR, but it appears Moss may not be high on the team's list of priorities. Thus, he shouldn't be on Fantasy owners' list of priorities.
News:Newsday reports Giants WR Sinorice Moss was held out until the second half of Saturday night's preseason game against the Jets to give the other receivers more of a look. He did not have a catch in the game. "I don't have any [explanation]," Moss said of his limited use. "You don't think I'd be frustrated? I am. But there's nothing I can do. I'm not the coach." Coach Tom Coughlin said Moss did not play so the Giants could get rookies Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden reps with the first unit. But Moss said he came into the game expecting to see his usual number of reps. "I really don't know what to say about what happened," he said. "But when I did step on the field, I went out there and did my best."
Analysis: This doesn't sound good for Moss, who was expecting to be the No. 3 WR behind Steve Smith and Domenik Hixon. Ignore Moss in all leagues on Draft Day, but if he starts out playing well during the season, then add him off the waiver wire.
News: Just when Sinorice Moss was giving indications that he can be the WR to replace Plaxico Burress as the Giants' deep threat, he felt a little twinge in his hamstring. As he lay on the ground, Moss spiked the ball in disgust. That was late in Tuesday afternoon's second workout at the mandatory minicamp. All Moss could do on Wednesday was stand on the sidelines and watch his teammates work. He will not participate in the final two days of the minicamp. It was far from surprising for the WR who is entering his fourth season. He has done little in his first three years, and now a setback just as his star appeared to be on the rise. Moss insists the injury is not serious and that he will be ready for training camp in August.
Analysis: In his first three seasons, the former second-round draft pick had 38 catches for 403 yards and two touchdowns in 29 games. He was limited to six games in an injury-plagued rookie year and never seemed to get in the receiving rotation, making him wonder whether he would ever make it with the Giants. Even with the release of Burress in April and the decision not to re-sign veteran Amani Toomer, Moss said he never looked at the 2009 season as a make-or-break one for him. When the Giants looked ahead to this season, most people expected that Steve Smith and Domenik Hixon would be the logical contenders for the spots held by Burress and Toomer, followed by rookie draft picks Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden. But we expect Moss to be in the mix. He's worth a late-round pick in deeper leagues as long as he's 100 percent this season.
News: The New York Daily News reports Giants WR Sinorice Moss is trying his best to stay positive in the wake of yet another hamstring injury. "It frustrates me, but maybe I just need to rest my legs," he said Wednesday. "I'm trying to stay positive about the situation." Moss is out of the rest of minicamp with a pulled hamstring. It looked bad when he got up and slammed his helmet to the ground Tuesday afternoon before heading straight to the trainer. But he said the injury really isn't that bad at all. "It's not that serious at all," he said. "I'm just frustrated that I felt something. It's been a while since I felt any injury in my leg." Coach Tom Coughlin added: "It's unfortunate. He was getting a lot of snaps and he was doing something with them."
Analysis: Moss has the chance to help the Giants this year. He was expected to be in the three-man rotation with Domenik Hixon and Steve Smith. That could happen still as long as the hamstring injury doesn't linger into training camp. Continue to monitor what happens, and Moss could be worth a late-round pick in deeper leagues this season.
News: The Daily News reports Giants offensive coordinator Kevin Gilbride said WR Sinorice Moss has the chance to help the team replace departed WR Plaxico Burress. "This will be his big chance," Gilbride said. "He'll start off in the three wides. He will be the starter. We just hope - and I know he'll hope for sure - that he flourishes and does well."
Analysis: Moss has been a disappointment thus far in his career, although Gilbride has high hopes. "I think last year he had his best year," Gilbride said. "As I said to him a couple of times at the end, 'We're sitting you down, but it's not because you're not contributing.' I think he was playing pretty good football. I think every throw we made to him he (caught). There is a place for his speed and his quicks." Moss needs to do a lot to impress Fantasy owners, and he's not worth drafting at this time in any leagues. Even though Burress is gone, Moss is still behind Steve Smith and will likely play behind Domenik Hixon and rookie Hakeem Nicks. If Moss starts off the year playing well, then add him off the waiver wire.
News: After reportedly considering trades for Braylon Edwards and Anquan Boldin, the Giants decided to stay in their spot and take UNC WR Hakeem Nicks with the 29th overall pick in the 2009 draft. Nicks left the Tar Heels as the school's all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns with 181 grabs for 2,840 yards and 21 touchdowns (12 last year). Nicks will have to compete with veterans Steve Smith, Domenik Hixon, Sinorice Moss and Mario Manningham for playing time next season, but he does provide the deep threat that they cannot provide on a consistent basis. "We like him a lot," Giants general manager Jerry Reese said. "He's a big, strong kid, very productive. ... We expect him to come in and get in the mix."
Analysis: We don't think Nicks will come in and eat up all the receptions like Edwards or Boldin would have done, which is a plus for Smith and Hixon especially. We still view Smith as a good-hands man who can help move the chains and Hixon as a deep-threat type of receiver, along with Moss and Manningham as quality role players. But there's no doubt that Nicks will try to make his mark as a rookie as a big, physical target in the Giants' offense. Smith remains a top-end reserve (middle- to late-round pick) Fantasy WR while Hixon falls back to a low-end reserve option (late-round pick, if at all). Neither Moss nor Manningham should be taken in seasonal drafts.
News: The Giants DST had four sacks, a forced fumble and a safety Sunday at Dallas. Mathias Kiwanuka had 1.5 sacks, Jay Alford and Renaldo Wynn had a sack each and Justin Tuck had a half-sack. Kiwanuka also forced the fumble. But the Giants allowed 20 points and did little on special teams. Ahmad Bradshaw had four kickoff returns for 48 yards, and R.W. McQuarters had one punt return for 6 yards and one kickoff return for 18 yards. Sinorice Moss also had two kickoff returns for 39 yards.
Analysis: The Giants DST remains a great source of sacks and should play well at home in Week 16 against Carolina. Continue to start the Giants DST as a No. 1 Fantasy option.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught a 13-yard pass Week 14 against the Eagles. He now has 10 catches all season.
Analysis: Even with Plaxico Burress done for the season, Moss plays too small of a role on offense to factor in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers for Week 15 at Dallas.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss made one catch for seven yards in Week 13's win over the Redskins.
Analysis: Moss has been on and off the inactive list this season and is too far down the depth chart to be considered a viable Fantasy option. Leave him on the waiver wire in Week 14 against the Eagles.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss made two catches in Week 12 at Arizona. His longest gain went for 12 yards.
Analysis: Moss has been on and off the inactive list this season and is too far down the depth chart to be considered a viable Fantasy option. Leave him on the waiver wire.
News: The following Giants players were active and dressed but did not record any offensive stats in Week 11 against Baltimore: QB David Carr, FB Madison Hedgecock and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy options. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time.
News: The following Giants players were active and dressed but did not record any offensive stats in Week 11 against Philly: QB David Carr, FB Madison Hedgecock, WR Domenik Hixon, TE Darcy Johnson and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught one pass for two yards in Week 9 against Dallas. It was his first catch in three games.
Analysis: Moss has just six catches all season and is too far down the team's depth chart to be considered a viable Fantasy receiver. Until that changes, leave him on the waiver wire.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 8 at Pittsburgh: K Lawrence Tynes, WR Sinorice Moss, RB Danny Ware, DB R.W. McQuarters, DB Sam Madison, LB Gerris Wilkinson, DL Jerome McDougle and kicker Lawrence Tynes.
Analysis: Aside from possibly Tynes down the stretch if he returns, none of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 7 vs. the 49ers: K Lawrence Tynes, DB R.W. McQuarters, RB Danny Ware, LB Antonio Pierce, LB Gerris Wilkinson, WR Sinorice Moss and DL Jerome McDougle.
Analysis: Aside from Tynes and Pierce, none of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: The Giants' list of inactives for Week 6 at Cleveland includes WR Sinorice Moss, DB Sammy Knight, RB Danny Ware, DB Sam Madison, LB Jonathan Goff and DL Dave Tollefson.
Analysis: Moss is the biggest name here, but he, doesn't really do enough statistically to matter in Fantasy. None of these other players does either. Leave them all on waivers.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught four passes for 45 yards in Week 5 vs. Seattle, including two touchdowns. He came into the game with just one catch this season.
Analysis: Moss was thrown to six times and a couple of things had to happen for that to be the case. For one thing, Plaxico Burress was out of the game due to a team-imposed one-game suspension. That allowed Moss to climb up the depth chart for a day. Also, Domenick Hixon, who was successfully filling for Burress, left the game in the first half with a concussion. It goes to show that Burress has some value if he were to be featured in the pass offense, but he isn't likely to be a regular once Burress comes back in Week 6 at Cleveland. Despite the two touchdowns, we don't recommend adding him off the waiver wire.
News: The New York Giants are approaching the suspension of Plaxico Burress almost the same way they would an injury. The team suspended the wide receiver for a game for missing a practice and not calling to explain his absence. Barring a successful appeal, Burress will miss the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Giants Stadium on Oct. 5. For the Giants that means Domenik Hixon, Steve Smith, Sinorice Moss and rookie Mario Manningham will get more playing time, with Hixon expected to move into Burress' split end spot. "He does a lot for the team, catching balls, blocking, so it's going to be tough," Hixon said of Burress' role. "Things happen, you got to continue on."
Analysis: The starting assignment for Hixon also is going to create more playing time for Smith and Moss, and it should get Manningham on the field for the first time this season. Smith has been productive when the Giants have gone to four-receiver packages on third down. The second-year pro has 11 receptions for 94 yards. Moss has had only one catch for 23 yards, while Manningham has yet to play after being slowed by a leg injury in training camp. "We are all pros. We have to approach the game like we do every week," Smith said. "We know he (Burress) is a big target and that is tough on whoever is in that position in the game, but coach is going to put us in the right position. We just have to make the plays." Smith is the only guy that might be worth starting in Week 5 after the Giants come off their bye, but you could probably still go with other options in Fantasy.
News: The following Giants did not record an offensive statistic in Week 3 vs. Cincinnati: QB David Carr, WR Sinorice Moss, RB Rueben Droughns, TE Darcy Johnson and TE Michael Matthews.
Analysis: None of the players on this list are going to be in line for considerable playing time anytime soon. Leave them on the waiver wire in all Fantasy leagues until further notice. They've got some depth chart climbing to do.
News: The following Giants players did not record any offensive statistics in Week 2 at St. Louis: WR Sinorice Moss, RB Ruben Droughns, TE Darcy Johnson and TE Michael Matthews.
Analysis: None of the players on this list are going to be in line for considerable playing time anytime soon, although Moss has the best chance of gaining more playing time. Leave them on the waiver wire in all Fantasy leagues until further notice. They've got some depth chart climbing to do.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss mustered up just one catch for 23 yards Week 1 against the Redskins as he watched older brother Santana catch five passes for Washington, including a 12-yard touchdown.
Analysis: Moss saw his most extensive action in 2007 as a second-year receiver. He caught 21 passes for 225 yards and had no touchdowns. His career hasn't started off very well, and as nothing more than a No. 3 wide receiver for the Giants, he doesn't have any Fantasy value heading into Week 2 against the Rams.
News: The Giants waived WR Brandon London on Saturday, apparently clearing the way for Sinorice Moss to make the team.
Analysis: Moss is still behind all the above listed receivers on the depth chart. Moss hasn't lived up to his brother Santana's production and Hixon remains the Giants' fifth option at wideout. Anything can happen, but he's probably not going to see much of the field as an offensive Fantasy point getter in 2008.
News: With Giants wide receivers David Tyree, Plaxico Burress, Amani Toomer, Steve Smith and rookie Mario Manningham all expected to miss Monday night's preseason game against the Browns, Sinorice Moss and Domenik Hixon will get the start for New York.
Analysis: While Eli Manning has said he hopes to get some nice work in with the Giants youngsters at wideout, Moss and Hixon are still behind all the above listed receivers on the depth chart. Moss hasn't lived up to his brother Santana's production and Hixon remains the Giants' fifth option at wideout. Anything can happen, but he's probably not going to see much of the field as an offensive Fantasy point getter in 2008.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught a nice 46-yard touch pass from QB Anthony Wright in Thursday's preseason game at Detroit. Moss played with the second-string even with regulars Plaxico Burress and Steve Smith out.
Analysis: Moss has been a huge disappointment over his career, so it's tough to think that this is the start of something good from him. For now, keep him off of Fantasy rank lists.
News: Veteran receiver Amani Toomer missed the New York Giants' training camp practice on Tuesday with swelling in his left leg. With fellow wide receiver Steve Smith also missing the workout due to general soreness, New York's receiving corps was without its top three players. Plaxico Burress is still sidelined with a problem in his right ankle. Coach Tom Coughlin did not seemed concerned after the two-hour workout, the team's seventh practice in four days at the University at Albany. Domenik Hixon and Sinorice Moss played with the first team on Tuesday.
Analysis: While it doesn't seem likely that any of the Giants' big three wideouts will be out to start the regular season, this is good news for Moss. Obviously, Moss has upside and a future in the NFL and would be the Giants' fourth option to start the year. If any of the aforementioned players in front of him hurt themselves during the year -- and they obviously seem capable of that -- Moss would step in and become a lot more Fantasy viable. Fantasy owners should take a wait-and-see approach with Moss and not draft him this summer. As far as Hixon goes, he's the fifth option. Anything can happen, but he's probably not going to see much of the field as an offensive Fantasy point getter.
News: It's time for Sinorice Moss to start producing for the Giants, and he knows it. In two seasons, the receiver from Miami has caught 26 passes for 230 yards and no touchdowns. With Plaxico Burress, Amani Toomer, 2007-second-rounder Steve Smith, Super Bowl hero David Tyree and Moss all back along with Manningham, earning a roster spot will be tough this season. "I am just looking forward to coming out here and getting the opportunity to make some plays and come out here and shock the world," Moss said after taking part in a voluntary offseason workout on Tuesday. "That's my thing."
Analysis: Moss is the first to acknowledge he has not lived up to expectations. A leg injury in his rookie season caused him to miss almost all of training camp and limited him to six regular-season games. While he played in 13 games last season, he suffered a hip injury in the penultimate game and did not play again, making him a spectator for the Super Bowl run. Moss thinks his time is now. He has continued to work despite his injuries and he feels he knows comfortable with the offense. He also feels the coaching staff knows he is capable of making plays. He just needs the chance. Moss expects to do more than catch passes. He hopes to earn spots returning punts and kickoffs, something he did well in college. Fantasy owners should take a wait-and-see approach with Moss and not draft him this summer.
News: Giants WR/KR Sinorice Moss collected 225 yards on 21 catches through the regular season (10.7 avg.) but failed to score. He also had a 4-yard rush and a fumble lost. He has yet to score a touchdown in the NFL.
Analysis: Moss doesn't post enough stats on a regular basis to warrant Fantasy use. Owners are advised not to spend a draft pick on the former Miami Hurricane this summer.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (back) is listed as probable for a Wild Card game at Tampa Bay. He went through full practice reps all week. Moss missed Week 16 against the Bills and Week 17 against the Patriots.
Analysis: Moss has been a poster child for the walking wounded and inconsistency since arriving in the NFL in 2006. He might line up as the Giants' No. 3 WR against the Bucs, but has little to no Fantasy value in playoff formats. He will likely have little to no Fantasy value on Draft Day 2008 as well.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (back) went through a full practice Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for a Wild Card game at Tampa Bay. Moss missed Week 16 against the Bills and Week 17 against the Patriots.
Analysis: Moss has been a poster child for the walking wounded and inconsistency since arriving in the NFL in 2006. He might line up as the Giants' No. 3 WR against the Bucs, but has little to no Fantasy value in playoff formats. He will likely have little to no Fantasy value on Draft Day 2008 as well.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (back) was inactivated for Week 16 at Buffalo.
Analysis: Clearly, he should be reserved in all Fantasy leagues. He had been serving a more active role in the offense of late, but is not a player who should be used at this late juncture.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 16 at Buffalo: QB Jared Lorenzen (3rd QB), DL Manuel Wright (ankle), WR David Tyree (coach's decision), RB Danny Ware (coach's decision), WR Sinorice Moss (back), TE Jerome Collins (coach's decision).
Analysis: None of the players on this list are currently in a situation to help Fantasy owners. Leave them on the waiver wire until further notice.
News: Second-year wide receiver Sinorice Moss led the Giants in both catches and receiving yards during a Week 15 loss to the Redskins. Moss finished the game with five catches -- two more than Plaxico Burress -- for 53 yards. His longest reception went for 15 yards.
Analysis: The Giants have actively been trying to get Moss involved in the offense for two years, but injuries robbed him of his rookie season and inconsistency has plagued him in 2007. Moss is still a work in progress and not a trustworthy Fantasy option heading into Week 16 against the Bills.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught two passes for 28 yards in Week 14 at Philadelphia.
Analysis: The Giants are slowly making Moss more a part of the offense, but not quickly enough for Fantasy owners to consider him a viable receiver in Week 15 at Washington.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss had no stats despite being active and playing at Chicago in Week 13.
Analysis: The younger brother of Santana Moss 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.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught three passes for 39 yards in Week 12 vs. Minnesota.
Analysis: Moss is being used more and more in the offense with designed bubble screens and short passes to exploit his speed. He has big play potential, but hasn't yet displayed it. Consider him a project and not someone to start in Fantasy play at this time.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught four passes for 46 yards at Detroit in Week 11. He also had a fumble.
Analysis: Moss 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.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss, held without a reception in his previous two games, caught one pass for 13 yards during a Week 10 loss to the Cowboys. He now has seven catches for 59 yards this season.
Analysis: Moss is currently third on the Giants' depth chart at WR, but the team doesn't run a lot of three-WR sets. Therefore, he won't see extensive time on the field until an injury occurs to either Plaxico Burress or Amani Toomer. Ignore Moss heading into Week 11 against the Lions.
News: Giants QB Antony Wright, QB Jared Lorenzen, RB/KR Ahmad Bradshaw, WR Sinorice Moss, WR David Tyree, WR Domenick Hixon, TE Michael Matthews and TE Kevin Boss all did not record an offensive stat in Week 8 vs. Miami in a game played in London's Wembley Stadium.
Analysis: None of these players are in a situation where they will help your Fantasy team much. Until further notice, all of these players can be kept on the waiver wire.
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.
News: WR Sinorice Moss caught four passes for 19 yards Week 6 at Atlanta.
Analysis: Moss has seen a lot more action already in his second NFL season than he did in his first, but he still hasn't done anything. He has just six catches this season and should not be owned in any Fantasy leagues at this time.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss made one catch for 10 yards in Week 5 vs. the N.Y. Jets.
Analysis: Moss has seen a lot more action already in his second NFL season than he did in his first, but he still hasn't done anything. He has just two catches this season and should not be owned in any Fantasy leagues at this time.
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: If you looked up bust in the dictionary, you might just see a photograph of the former University of Miami receiver. None of the players mentioned are worth using in Fantasy leagues heading into Week 5 at N.Y. Jets.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught one pass for 17 yards during a Week 3 win over the Redskins.
Analysis: Moss has just six receptions for 42 yards in eight career games dating back to 2006. He has not lived up to the hype coming out of college and is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 4 against the Eagles.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss gained four yards on a reverse in Week 2 vs. Green Bay.
Analysis: Nine Giants receivers caught a pass. Sinorice Moss was not one of them. If that doesn't tell you how useless Moss is in Fantasy play at this time, nothing will.
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.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (ankle) was able to play during Saturday's preseason game against the Jets. He had one reception for five yards and one rush for 13 yards.
Analysis: The younger brother of Santana Moss, his rookie season was a throw-away campaign but he certainly gained a lot of experience. The former second-round pick out of Miami (Fla.) is absolutely worth a flier in deeper 2007 Fantasy drafts. He is battling rookie Steve Smith for the No. 3 spot on the depth chart at wide receiver.
News: Second-year receiver Sinorice Moss is going to be sidelined until at least Thursday. He sprained an ankle last week and didn't play in the 13-12 preseason win over Baltimore on Sunday.
Analysis: The younger brother of Santana Moss, his rookie season was a throw-away campaign but he certainly gained a lot of experience. The former second-round pick out of Miami (Fla.) is absolutely worth a flier in deeper 2007 Fantasy drafts. He is battling rookie Steve Smith for the No. 3 spot on the depth chart at wide receiver.
News: Giants rookie WR Sinorice Moss overcame strained quadriceps injuries to play in six games in 2006. He caught five passes for 25 yards and also averaged 19.4 yards per kickoff return.
Analysis: The younger brother of Santana Moss, Sinorice is one to keep tabs on this offseason. His rookie season was a throw-away campaign but he certainly gained a lot of experience. Assuming he's healthy and attends all the offseason workouts, the former second-round pick out of Miami (Fla.) is absolutely worth a flier in deeper 2007 Fantasy drafts.
News: Giants RB James Sims, WR Sinorice Moss and TE Darcy Johnson all dressed for Week 17, but did not record an offensive stat.
Analysis: Only Moss will have any Fantasy value heading into the 2007 Fantasy season. He will likely be drafted as a late-round sleeper.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught one pass for no gain in Week 16 vs. New Orleans.
Analysis: Moss is not a useful Fantasy option yet, but could emerge as a sleeper for the 2007 season.
News: Giants backup QB Jared Lorenzen, RB/KR Chad Morton, RB/KR Derrick Ward and WR Sinorice Moss did not record any offensive stats in Week 15 vs. Philadelphia.
Analysis: None of these players should be used until further notice.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught two passes in Week 14 at Carolina for 11 yards. The rookie came into the game with just two catches on the season.
Analysis: The Giants are looking to get Sinorice Moss more involved in the offense, but it hasn't happened to the extent that Fantasy owners could use. Reserve him in Week 15.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss caught one pass on a bubble screen in Week 14 vs. Dallas for a gain of 10 yards.
Analysis: That was just his second catch of the season. He's not a useful Fantasy option at this point. His value isn't that great in keeper leagues either.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) is listed as questionable for Week 13 vs. Dallas. He did practice with the team on Wednesday.
Analysis: At this point with the Giants struggles on offense, Moss would be a welcome edition to the receiving corps. While his keeper status remains the same, he still should not be owned in seasonal leagues until he proves he is healthy enough to contribute.
News: The Giants listed QB Tim Hasselbeck, DB Sam Madison, DB Sam Madison, LB Brandon Short, DL Osi Umenyiora, WR Sinorice Moss and DL Michael Strahan as inactive for Week 12 at Tennessee.
Analysis: The Giants defense continues to be banged up, but will have a decent matchup against the Titans. None of these players should be in your Fantasy lineup until further notice.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quad) is closer to playing for the first time since the second week of the season, said Giants coach Tom Coughlin. He is listed as questionable for Week 12 at Tennessee.
Analysis: Moss is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 12 at Tennessee, but is still worth the roster spot in keeper leagues.
News: Notable Giants inactive for Week 11 at Jacksonville include: QB Matt Hasselbeck (third QB), DB Sam Madison, LB Tyson Smith, LB Brandon Short, DL Osi Umenyiora, WR Sinorice Moss and DL Michael Strahan.
Analysis: Keep these players reserved for Fantasy purposes in Week 11.
News: Giants rookie WR Sinorice Moss (quad) has practiced all week and might play for the first time on Monday against the Jaguars since the second week of the season. He remains questionable on the team's injury report.
Analysis: Moss is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 11 at Jacksonville, but is still worth the roster spot in keeper leagues.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) is questionable for Week 11 at Jacksonville.
Analysis: Moss is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 11 at Jacksonville, but is still worth the roster spot in keeper leagues.
News: Sinorice Moss (quadriceps) is inactive for Week 10 against the Bears.
Analysis: Moss is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 11 at Jacksonville, as he cannot seem to stay healthy.
News: With WR Amani Toomer (torn ACL) out for the season, the Giants may activate rookie WR Sinorice Moss and use him in the offense beginning in Week 10. Moss practiced on Wednesday but remains listed as questionable for the game vs. Chicago with a quad injury.
Analysis: Moss is worth taking a flier on in standard and deeper leagues, but don't expect him to come out of Giants camp with the No. 2 WR gig. He's worth trying to snag in keeper leagues only for now.
News: The Giants listed QB Tim Hasselbeck (emergency QB), WR Plaxico Burress, DB Sam Madison, LB Brandon Short, DL Osi Umenyiora, WR Sinorice Moss and DL Justin Tuck as inactive for Week 9 vs. Houston.
Analysis: None of these players should be in your active Fantasy lineups for Week 9.
News: Giants DE Justin Tuck (foot) and WR Sinorice Moss (quad) are listed as doubtful for Week 9 vs. Houston.
Analysis: Don't expect either player to play in the game. Moss should remain reserved for use in keeper leagues, while Tuck shouldn't be a factor at all in Fantasy Football.
News: The Giants listed QB Tim Hasselbeck (emergency QB), CB Frank Walker, DE Osi Umenyiora, WR Sinorice Moss and DE Justin Tuck as inactive for Week 8 vs. Tampa Bay.
Analysis: None of these players should be in your active lineup for Week 8.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Week 8 vs. Tampa Bay.
Analysis: It looked as though Moss was getting closer to making it back being listed as questionable earlier in the week, but his Fantasy value for the rest of the season is limited. The Giants have so many offensive weapons and they are already struggling to get the ball to all their playmakers. Wait and see how Moss fits into the Giants gameplan whenever he returns before adding him to your active roster.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) is listed as questionable for Week 8 vs. Tampa Bay.
Analysis: This is the first time Moss has been listed as questionable or better since he went down with a quad injury. It looks as though he is getting closer to making it back, but his Fantasy value for the rest of the season could be limited. The Giants have so many offensive weapons and they are already struggling to get the ball to all their playmakers. Wait and see how Moss fits into the Giants gameplan before adding him to your active roster.
News: The New York Giants have declared CB Jason Bell (concussion), LB Carlos Emmons (pectoral), OL Na'Shan Goddard, QB Tim Hasselbeck, WR Sinorice Moss (quadriceps), DL Jonas Seawright, FB Derrick Ward (foot) and OL Guy Whimper inactive for Week 7 at Dallas.
Analysis: None of the players above are particularly useful from a Fantasy perspective, although Moss might become a decent No. 4 receiver by season's end if he can ever get healthy.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss, whose strained quads have kept him out since the Seattle game, did some work with the scout team last week and is expecting to step up the workload this week. He's still a ways from coming back, however.
Analysis: Moss (quadricep) remains listed as doubtful for Week 7 at Dallas, but expect him to be inactive on Sunday.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) is doubtful for Week 7 at Dallas.
Analysis: It is not likely that Moss will be ready for the game against the Cowboys. Keep Moss reserved for another week of Fantasy Football.
News: The Giants listed QB Tim Hasselbeck (emergency QB), S Gibril Wilson, RB Derrick Ward, LB Carlos Emmons, DT Jonas Seawright and WR Sinorice Moss as inactive for Week 6.
Analysis: None of these players should be in your active lineup for Week 6 at Atlanta.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Week 6 at Atlanta.
Analysis: Keep Moss reserved for another week of Fantasy Football.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss, whose strained quads acted up again before the Seattle game, participated in individual drills Wednesday but has not been cleared for contact. He's probably out for the Atlanta game on Sunday. He is listed as doubtful.
Analysis: It looks as though Moss will miss another week of action. Owners are going to have to wait this injury out. The Giants aren't going to force their future at wide receiver back into action before he heals. Moss' upside is tremendous especially with Eli Manning quarterbacking for the Giants. The two had great rapport in Giants mini-camps and many were expecting great things from the duo. While that is on hold for now, it will only be a matter of time before you start hearing "Manning to Moss."
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) is doubtful for Week 6 at Atlanta.
Analysis: It looks as though Moss will miss another week of action. Owners are going to have to wait this injury out. The Giants aren't going to force their future at wide receiver back into action before he heals. Moss' upside is tremendous especially with Eli Manning quarterbacking for the Giants. The two had great rapport in Giants mini-camps and many were expecting great things from the duo. While that is on hold for now, it will only be a matter of time before you start hearing "Manning to Moss."
News: Notable Giants inactives for Week 5 include: QB Tim Hasselbeck (emergency QB), RB Derrick Ward, DB James Butler, LB Carlos Emmons, DT Jonas Seawright and WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: Keep these players reserved for Fantasy purposes in Week 5.
News: According to the Newark Star-Ledger, don't expect to see brothers Santana and Sinorice Moss face off against each other in Week 5. Sinorice, the younger brother by 4 1/2 years, is not expected to play for Giants against the Redskins as he will once again is expected to sit out while nursing an injury to his quadricep. "It's going to have to wait for a couple of months," Sinorice said Tuesday about his first game against Santana.
Analysis: Sinorice Moss owners are going to have to wait this injury out. The Giants aren't going to force their future at wide receiver back into action before he heals. Moss' upside is tremendous especially with Eli Manning quarterbacking for the Giants. The two had great rapport in Giants mini-camps and many were expecting great things from the duo. While that is on hold for now, it will only be a matter of time before you start hearing "Manning to Moss."
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss, whose camp-long thigh injury cropped up again last Wednesday, has been shut down entirely, with no timetable for his return. Wide receivers coach Mike Sullivan said it's too early to give up on the kid, though. "It's way too early to pass that kind of judgment," Sullivan said. "He's frustrated, and we're all frustrated. We'll continue to work with him mentally, so that when he's ready to go he can use all his gifts."
Analysis: Moss' Fantasy value lies in the future and not in the present time. He probably won't be a factor in the Fantasy realm, at best, until toward the end of the season. But he is expected to be one of the Giants best receivers in the years to come. Keep him reserved during his injury recooperation.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 3 at Seattle: QB Tim Hasselbeck (3rd QB), RB Derrick Ward, FS James Butler, LB Brandon Short, OT Na'Shan Goddard, DT Jonas Seawright, OT Guy Whimper, WR Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of these players should be considered viable Fantasy options at the moment.
News: NFL Network is reporting that Giants rookie WR Sinorice Moss will be out 2-4 weeks with a thigh (quadricep) injury. He will not play Week 3 at Seattle.
Analysis: Keep Moss reserved until the Giants clear him ready to play in a few weeks.
News: Giants WR Sinorice Moss (foot) is listed as questionable for Week 3 at Seattle.
Analysis: Moss should only be owned in keeper leagues at this point since his role with the G-men this season is mostly with special teams.
News: WR Sinorice Moss, the second-round draft pick this year, saw his first action after missing all of training camp and the opening game with a quad strain. He caught one pass for four yards and his activation resulted in the placing of WR Michael Jennings on the Game Inactive list.
Analysis: Moss should only be owned in keeper leagues at this point since his role with the G-men this season is mostly with special teams.
News: Giants rookie WR Sinorice Moss with a quadricep injury, caught his first NFL pass in Week 2 at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Moss, who missed all of the preseason, is nothing more than a fourth or fifth option for the Giants in their passing game. He is someone to take a flier on in deeper formats, but should be reserved in all leagues at the moment for Week 3 at Seattle.
News: Gaints WR Sinorice Moss, who was inactive last week because he had only gotten back to full practice late in the week, continued a full workload of practice and could be activated against Philadelphia.
Analysis: Moss is nothing more than a fourth or fifth option for the Giants in their passing game. He's a solid prospect, but his early season Fantasy production will be too limited to start him at this point. Keep him reserved.
News: Sinorice Moss is not listed on the NFL injury report for Week 2, when he could make his Giants debut.
Analysis: Moss is nothing more than a fourth or fifth option for the Giants in their passing game. He's a solid prospect, but his early season Fantasy production will be too limited to start him at this point. Keep him reserved.
News: The following Giants were inactive for Week 1 against the Colts: QB 8 Tim Hasselbeck (3rd QB), RB 34 Derrick Ward, CB 35 Kevin Dockery, LB 54 Brandon Short, OL 74 N.Goddard, DT 75 Jonas Seawright, T 79 G.Whimper, WR 83 Sinorice Moss.
Analysis: None of these players are expected to have any value in Week 2 at Philadelphia.
News: The New York Giants have QB Tim Hasselbeck, RB Derrick Ward (foot), CB Kevin Dockery, DL Brandon Short, OL Na'Shan Goddard, DT Jonas Seawright, T Guy Whimper and WR Sinorice Moss (quadriceps) inactive for Week 1 against Indianapolis.
Analysis: None of the inactive players for the Giants are recommended Fantasy options, so no real loss for owners for the opening game.
News: N.Y. Giants WR Sinorice Moss (quadricep) has been upgraded to probable for Week 1 vs. Indianapolis.
Analysis: Keep the rookie wideout reserved in all Fantasy leagues at this point. It should take awhile for him to become a significant part of the Giants' offense.
News: Giants rookie WR Sinorice Moss (quad) practiced on Thursday without limitations according to the New York Post and figures to be a gametime decision on Sunday night vs. Indianapolis. "If they're willing to put me out there, I'm willing to go," Moss said. "There's going to be a little rust, but I've been playing football all my life so I can't lose anything."
Analysis: Keep the rookie wideout reserved in all Fantasy leagues at this point. It should take awhile for him to become a significant part of the Giants' offense.
News: Sinorice Moss (quad) is questionable for Week 1 vs. Indianapolis.
Analysis: Keep the rookie wideout reserved in all Fantasy leagues at this point. It should take awhile for him to become a significant part of the Giants' offense.
News: Head coach Tom Coughlin told the New York Post he expects every starter to be available for practice next week, including C Shaun O'Hara (knee). "We're all systems go," O'Hara told the paper. Rookie WR Sinorice Moss (quad) has not worked since July 29 but is expected to finally practice, according to the paper.
Analysis: Moss might be able to play in Week 1, but his limited time in camp will limit his playing time and productivity. Keep the rookie wideout reserved in all Fantasy leagues at this point. It should take awhile for him to become a significant part of the Giants' offense.
News: Sinorice Moss (quadriceps) missed Thursday’s preseason game against the Patriots.
Analysis: Moss has lost a ton of ground to Tim Carter in the battle to become Eli Manning's third receiver, but he was drafted to be just that. Neither wideout warrants more than late-round consideration in drafts.
News: Sinorice Moss (quadriceps) missed his third straight preseason game Friday vs. the N.Y. Jets.
Analysis: Moss has lost a ton of ground to Tim Carter in the battle to become Eli Manning's third receiver, but he was drafted to be just that. Neither wideout warrants more than late-round consideration in drafts.
News: WR Tim Carter, who has a world of talent but carries a suitcase full of nagging injuries, seems to be healthy this summer and it's showing in his performance. Right now he's the absolute third receiver behind Amani Toomer and Plaxico Burress, especially with the strained quad injury that has kept second-round draft pick Sinorice Moss off the practice field for most of the summer.
Analysis: Moss will likely overtake Carter as the team's No. 3 wideout at some point. Neither wideout warrants more than late-round consideration in drafts. Moss (quad) is likely to miss the third preseason game, Aug. 25 vs. the N.Y. Jets.
News: Giants.com reports Sinorice Moss (quadriceps) missed his another day of practice on Sunday morning.
Analysis: Moss is expected to be the third or fourth option in the passing attack, but the longer he remains on the sidelines the further behind he falls. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should still look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts because of his great potential -- which likely won't be realized much this season.
News: Coach Tom Coughlin talked about Moss (quadriceps) in his news conference on Friday. "He's feeling much better and I'm encouraged by that. He's had setbacks whenever we've got to the point when we think were close to putting him back on the field so I would just say this, he's had a couple of good days, he feels really good, he's anxious and the prognosis is positive, so I'm hoping that in the not too distant future we get him back to practice."
Analysis: Moss is expected to be the third or fourth option at best in the passing attack. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should still look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts because of his great potential -- which likely won't be realized much this season.
News: Sinorice Moss (quadriceps) missed Thursday's game against Kansas City.
Analysis: Moss is expected to be the third or fourth option at best in the passing attack. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should still look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts because of his great potential -- which likely won't be realized much this season.
News: The team's official website reports Moss (quadriceps) missed practice again on Tuesday. He headed to Manhattan to have his strained quad muscle examined.
Analysis: Moss is expected to be the third or fourth option at best in the passing attack. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should still look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts because of his great potential -- which likely won't be realized much this season.
News: According to the Giants' official website, Amani Toomer (hamstring), Sinorice Moss (quad) and David Tyree (ankle) did not practice Monday morning. Regarding Toomer, Coughlin said, "We’re hoping (he’ll practice Tuesday). I don’t know if we’ll get him this afternoon – probably not. But (Tuesday)."
Analysis: Moss is expected to work out of the slot positioning New York, which means he'll be the third or fourth option at best in the passing attack. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should still look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts because of his great potential -- which likely won't be realized much this season.
News: Moss (quadriceps) was unable to make his preseason debut for the Giants in Friday's game at Baltimore.
Analysis: Despite the early health issues, seasonal owners may want to snag Moss with a late-round pick in deeper Fantasy leagues that start three or more receivers. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts.
News: Rookie WR Sinorice Moss has a nagging quad pull that is keeping him out of workouts. "It's a situation where the more he misses, the more difficult it is going to be," coach Tom Coughlin told the Bergen County Record.Analysis: Despite the slow start, Moss should develop into a good receiver for the Giants over the years and might even do enough to contribute 500-to-600 yards and four TDs this year. It definitely helps he is a speedy receiver who will be used in the slot, facing LB and safety coverage. He can outrun those guys. Seasonal owners may want to snag Moss with a late-round pick in deeper leagues that start three or more receivers. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts.
News: The New York Post reports the Giants and second-round pick Sinorice Moss agreed to a four-year contract worth just over $3.5 million, ensuring that he will be at Giants training camp. Moss will compete for a spot along the Giants' WR depth chart, possibly carving out a role as a slot receiver. He'll also contribute on special teams.
Analysis: Moss should develop into a good receiver for the Giants over the years and might even do enough to contribute 500-to-600 yards and four touchdowns this year. It definitely helps that he is a speedy receiver who is used to playing in a big-time college program (Moss is from Miami). Seasonal owners may want to snag Moss with a late-round pick in deeper leagues that start three or more receivers. Owners in dynasty keeper leagues should look Moss' way with an early- to middle-round selection in their rookie-only drafts.
News: The Bergen Record reports Giants head coach Tom Coughlin is excited about the addition of Sinorice Moss. "There is something about him," Coughlin said. "He's an upbeat guy, a good, solid kid who has come in here and impressed us any time we've interviewed him."
Analysis: Moss has a ton of potential, but he'll warrant little consideration in seasonal drafts in his rookie season. He's expected to compete with Tim Carter for the third spot on the depth chart.
News: The New York Giants selected Miami (FL) WR Sinorice Moss with the No. 44 overall (Round 2) selection in the 2006 NFL Draft.
Analysis: Moss will come in and compete with Tim Carter to be the team's No. 3 wideout. The brother of Santana Moss, Sinorice will warrant little consideration in most seasonal drafts.
News: The Denver Post reports that WR draftees Chad Jackson and Sinorice Moss have visited the Broncos recently.
Analysis: Moss could wind up being an effective slot receiver or a capable No. 2 hands-type receiver. He has great speed and is used to playing in big-game situations, so he should do all right wherever he lands. Many mock drafts have him winding up in Pittsburgh with their first-round pick, but he could wind up going a little earlier or a little later.
News: WR Sinorice Moss, inactive for the first game, made his NFL pass-catching debut in Philadelphia with a four-yard reception in the second quarter, his only catch of the game. He could see an increased role this week, especially if WR Amani Toomer cramps up again, as he did at the very end of the overtime game against the Eagles.
Analysis: Moss is still listed as questionable (foot) for Week 3 at Seattle, but it sounds as if the Giants are optimistic he will be on the field Sunday. However, his role still might be limited as QB Eli Manning gets acquainted to his presence.
