Eli Manning tonight (1 Viewer)

[jurrassic]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.

That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

 

[Pyscho Wife]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.

That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

Source?I thought he and Plax would have big nights.

 

[ImTheScientist]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

 

[Team ROFLCOPTERS]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

 

[twitch]

I agree with the above post (2 posts above). I think he's blowing up tonight. He may have his bouts of inconsistency this year, but all in all, I think he's gonna be one of the better overall values this season. His confidence and trust in his teammates are booming. Expect great things to continue. Tonight, my guess is 280plus and 3 scores.

 

[LOCO]

opening night. on prime time. he is going to have a good game.

i agree 250+yards and 2 TDs.

 

[jurrassic]

As far as source, I don't have NY Times article or anything, but look at the articles on this site and other.

The week 1 projections here have Manning attempting 27 passes (completing 16) and the Giants running 33 times.

Rankings have him at 17 (behind Cutler who plays Oaklands top 5 pass defense without Marshall, and Campbell)

Dodds From the Gut column talks about the Giants looking to establish the run early and often with Manning essentially managing games.

These thoughts have me considering Rodgers over Manning.

 

[jurrassic]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

He had 33 in the opening game last year vs. the Cowboys.

 

[ImTheScientist]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

Looks like a lot of people have you munchin laptop tonight.

 

[TrueBeliever85]

With all those injuries, Giants WR depth worries me... Plax will be doubled all night long. I'll give Mr. Eli a somewhat decent game anyway: 19/27, 240yds, 2TD, 1INT, and a fumble lost.

Look for Plax to smoke Shawn Springs for at least one of those TD's.

 

[ImTheScientist]

As far as source, I don't have NY Times article or anything, but look at the articles on this site and other.The week 1 projections here have Manning attempting 27 passes (completing 16) and the Giants running 33 times.Rankings have him at 17 (behind Cutler who plays Oaklands top 5 pass defense without Marshall, and Campbell)Dodds From the Gut column talks about the Giants looking to establish the run early and often with Manning essentially managing games. These thoughts have me considering Rodgers over Manning.

Are you going to trust your gut or Dodds? Thats what you have to ask yourself.

 

[jurrassic]

As far as source, I don't have NY Times article or anything, but look at the articles on this site and other.The week 1 projections here have Manning attempting 27 passes (completing 16) and the Giants running 33 times.Rankings have him at 17 (behind Cutler who plays Oaklands top 5 pass defense without Marshall, and Campbell)Dodds From the Gut column talks about the Giants looking to establish the run early and often with Manning essentially managing games. These thoughts have me considering Rodgers over Manning.

Are you going to trust your gut or Dodds? Thats what you have to ask yourself.

Well I paid the man so I am hoping it's worth something. I still may start him. The guy is so up and down. I actually like Rodgers more than others this week. You can't run on the Vikings and Grant hasn't seen any game action. They may attempt 45 passes on Monday night.

 

[big0mar]

Eli's third down performance last season dictates an improvement this season.

 

[LOCO]

risky, but i might say........could he be the better manning this year?

maybe.

 

[Pyscho Wife]

As far as source, I don't have NY Times article or anything, but look at the articles on this site and other.

The week 1 projections here have Manning attempting 27 passes (completing 16) and the Giants running 33 times.

Rankings have him at 17 (behind Cutler who plays Oaklands top 5 pass defense without Marshall, and Campbell)

Dodds From the Gut column talks about the Giants looking to establish the run early and often with Manning essentially managing games.

These thoughts have me considering Rodgers over Manning.

Are you going to trust your gut or Dodds? Thats what you have to ask yourself.

Well I paid the man so I am hoping it's worth something. I still may start him. The guy is so up and down. I actually like Rodgers more than others this week. You can't run on the Vikings and Grant hasn't seen any game action. They may attempt 45 passes on Monday night.

That shouldn't be the make or break decision. It's your team. You make the call. Go with who you think will do the best.

 

[ImTheScientist]

risky, but i might say........could he be the better manning this year?maybe.

 

[jurrassic]

As far as source, I don't have NY Times article or anything, but look at the articles on this site and other.

The week 1 projections here have Manning attempting 27 passes (completing 16) and the Giants running 33 times.

Rankings have him at 17 (behind Cutler who plays Oaklands top 5 pass defense without Marshall, and Campbell)

Dodds From the Gut column talks about the Giants looking to establish the run early and often with Manning essentially managing games.

These thoughts have me considering Rodgers over Manning.

Are you going to trust your gut or Dodds? Thats what you have to ask yourself.

Well I paid the man so I am hoping it's worth something. I still may start him. The guy is so up and down. I actually like Rodgers more than others this week. You can't run on the Vikings and Grant hasn't seen any game action. They may attempt 45 passes on Monday night.

That shouldn't be the make or break decision. It's your team. You make the call. Go with who you think will do the best.

Agreed. I just don't have a handle on who I like better. Manning has the experience. I may start him just to make the game interesting. I more curious if others had the same thoughts I did. I do think he is going to play better than most are projecting. I wanted to make sure I wasn't seeing that through the "I own Manning" glasses.

 

[ImTheScientist]

As far as source, I don't have NY Times article or anything, but look at the articles on this site and other.

The week 1 projections here have Manning attempting 27 passes (completing 16) and the Giants running 33 times.

Rankings have him at 17 (behind Cutler who plays Oaklands top 5 pass defense without Marshall, and Campbell)

Dodds From the Gut column talks about the Giants looking to establish the run early and often with Manning essentially managing games.

These thoughts have me considering Rodgers over Manning.

Are you going to trust your gut or Dodds? Thats what you have to ask yourself.

Well I paid the man so I am hoping it's worth something. I still may start him. The guy is so up and down. I actually like Rodgers more than others this week. You can't run on the Vikings and Grant hasn't seen any game action. They may attempt 45 passes on Monday night.

That shouldn't be the make or break decision. It's your team. You make the call. Go with who you think will do the best.

Agreed. I just don't have a handle on who I like better. Manning has the experience. I may start him just to make the game interesting. I more curious if others had the same thoughts I did. I do think he is going to play better than most are projecting. I wanted to make sure I wasn't seeing that through the "I own Manning" glasses.

I own both Rodgers and Manning......and Im going with Manning with out a doubt this week.

 

[j3r3m3y]

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

So you believe he will not perform well based on the fact that you are facing him in your important league?Interesting.

 

[Billy Ball Thorton]

As far as source, I don't have NY Times article or anything, but look at the articles on this site and other.The week 1 projections here have Manning attempting 27 passes (completing 16) and the Giants running 33 times.Rankings have him at 17 (behind Cutler who plays Oaklands top 5 pass defense without Marshall, and Campbell)Dodds From the Gut column talks about the Giants looking to establish the run early and often with Manning essentially managing games. These thoughts have me considering Rodgers over Manning.

Are you going to trust your gut or Dodds? Thats what you have to ask yourself.

Well I paid the man so I am hoping it's worth something. I still may start him. The guy is so up and down. I actually like Rodgers more than others this week. You can't run on the Vikings and Grant hasn't seen any game action. They may attempt 45 passes on Monday night.

I also have to choose between Rodgers and Eli.. My gut says Eli.Rodgers was terrible 2nd preason game vs 49ers because they were able to seriously pressure him.. I magine what the Vikes front 4 will do. I also read they will be trying to establish bigger palys in the passing game. Sorry no link

 

[Native]

Manning is one of the most undervalued players in FF this year. Hes coming off a super bowl win so his confidence has to be at an all time high. Plus he has a terrffic OL, ultra-talented receivers, and a very good (but not great) stable of RB's who will help move the chains without dominating the headlines. Moreover, he lost most of the locker room antagonists that have been so critical of him in years past (Shockey, Barber, even Strahan). He also looked great in preseason. For each of the last three years, Eli's been very good in spurts - which shows that hes capable of being a great player. Now he just needs to put it all together.

IMO, his celiling is top 5 and his floor is top 12. I'll take those numbers from a 9th-10th round pick.

 

[ImTheScientist]

Manning is one of the most undervalued players in FF this year. Hes coming off a super bowl win so his confidence has to be at an all time high. Plus he has a terrffic OL, ultra-talented receivers, and a very good (but not great) stable of RB's who will help move the chains without dominating the headlines. Moreover, he lost most of the locker room antagonists that have been so critical of him in years past (Shockey, Barber, even Strahan). He also looked great in preseason. For each of the last three years, Eli's been very good in spurts - which shows that hes capable of being a great player. Now he just needs to put it all together. IMO, his celiling is top 5 and his floor is top 12. I'll take those numbers from a 9th-10th round pick.

 

[RudeDog]

220 Yds - 1TD - 1 Int

Expect that.

 

[FavreCo]

He had 33 in the opening game last year vs. the Cowboys.

He had to. The Giants D couldn't stop the Cowboys last year on week 1. The Giants just have to show up to collect their victory this year vs the horrid Redskins. He shouldn't have to throw nearly that much.

 

[ImTheScientist]

He had 33 in the opening game last year vs. the Cowboys.

He had to. The Giants D couldn't stop the Cowboys last year on week 1. The Giants just have to show up to collect their victory this year vs the horrid Redskins. He shouldn't have to throw nearly that much.

And the giants d is going to be better this year?

 

[T Bell]

Eli has never thrown for more than 1 TD in a single game against the Redskins. His career rating against them is in the 65-70 range or so.

 

[(HULK)]

He had 33 in the opening game last year vs. the Cowboys.

He had to. The Giants D couldn't stop the Cowboys last year on week 1. The Giants just have to show up to collect their victory this year vs the horrid Redskins. He shouldn't have to throw nearly that much.

The Redskins were a playoff team last year. I expect them to be a little worse this year, but horrid is a strong word. This is a divisional rivalry, no way the Giants are as dismissive of the Redskins as you are.DISCLOSURE: I am a Skins fan

 

[Guinis72]

220 Yds - 1TD - 1 IntExpect that.

Week 15 last season, the Giants lost their last game of the season to the Redskins. Eli was held to 18/53 for 184 yds and 1 TD.Week 3, the Giants won the game but Eli was 21/36 for 232 yds, 1 TD, and 1 INTs.The Redskins are pretty much the same team (player-wise) as they were last year while the Giants lost the two people that, IMO, were responsible for the Super Bowl run in Strahan and Osi. Why the optimism that Eli will do much better than he did last season vs. the Redskins?Portis had 14 carries for 60 yds and a TD Week 3, and 25 carries for 126 yds and a TD in Week 15. I expect Eli's struggles to continue as well as Portis' success. Santana Moss had pretty good games in both matchups as well.

 

[ImTheScientist]

Eli has never thrown for more than 1 TD in a single game against the Redskins. His career rating against them is in the 65-70 range or so.

You stole from Rudi Johnson. We can revisit his past stats against them after tonights game.

 

[Sweeper]

330yards/3 tds. I wouldn't be surprised to see him scramble for 60-70 yards/1TD on the ground as well.

Big things tonight. Big Things.

 

[Team ROFLCOPTERS]

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

So you believe he will not perform well based on the fact that you are facing him in your important league?Interesting.

No, I'm rooting against him this week. I like him alot but most of you guys are predicting him to get 24 points +. There is very little history that points to this happening and his receiver core will be limited. I predict no more than 16 points.

 

[Resident A]

I'm starting Eli tonight with confidence.

OK, he stunk in both Skins games last year, but if you recall- the 2nd game had 40mph winds & the QBs were expected to stink.

Reasons he will succeed tonight:

1) The Skins' D line is average & banged up, they will not get much of a pass rush.

2) The Skins new offense has been horrendous & will not be able to maintain drives, meaning more possessions for Eli.

3) Eli has a ton of viable weapons in the passing game. Yes, only 1 star, but he will spread it around.

4) Eli is at home on prime time TV, celebrating the Super Bowl win- his confidence will be sky high. This is not the same QB as last year.

I agree w/ the 250 & 2 TD predictions.

 

[Dr. Octopus]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

You don't ever see him getting 250 yards and 2 TDs this year? Those numbers are nothing special.

 

[ImTheScientist]

this is also interesting per "Rotoworld".....The Redskins have ruled out LCB Shawn Springs for Thursday night's game.He's their best corner, so this is quite a loss. Springs was listed as probable with a calf injury on the initial injury report. Fred Smoot and Carlos Rogers will start on the corners, with Smoot probably on Amani Toomer. The nickel corner will have to be Leigh Torrence now. Upgrade Eli Manning's matchup.Source: Washington Post

 

[radballs]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

You don't ever see him getting 250 yards and 2 TDs this year? Those numbers are nothing special.

That's what I was thinking. I wouldn't take that bet against any starting QB in the league over a minimum of 14 games played, let alone Eli Manning.

 

[jurrassic]

I was set to start Rodgers at qb (as my opponent has Romo, ADP and Pat D), looking for the blow up game, but the Springs news has me waffling again.

 

[creeps1313]

Man...you guys have me second guessing things. I have Eli and Warner and was pretty much set on Warner against the Niners...that is until I started reading this thread.

I think the 300 with 3tds is a bit of a stretch...I was thinking more like 200 with 2tds.

 

[T Bell]

I was set to start Rodgers at qb (as my opponent has Romo, ADP and Pat D), looking for the blow up game, but the Springs news has me waffling again.

What difference does it make who your opponent is starting? I'd definitely start Manning against this defense, particularly with the injuries, than Rodgers against the Vikings. Those Vikings DE's are going to be looking to decapitate Rodgers.

 

[Al Toon's Mole]

I'll go for 275yds and 3 TD's, with the RB trio adding another 2 TD's.

Final: NYG 38 - WAS- 24

 

[jurrassic]

I was set to start Rodgers at qb (as my opponent has Romo, ADP and Pat D), looking for the blow up game, but the Springs news has me waffling again.

What difference does it make who your opponent is starting? I'd definitely start Manning against this defense, particularly with the injuries, than Rodgers against the Vikings. Those Vikings DE's are going to be looking to decapitate Rodgers.

The truth is the Packers are going to run all 3 step drops and hit their wr's on slants and outs. The Vikings won't have any time to get to Rodgers.

 

[footballnerd]

I'm going with Manning just so I have someone to root for tonight.

 

[humans_being]

I'm giving him the nod over Brady.

 

[ImTheScientist]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.

That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

Is your CPU ready for dinner?

 

[j3r3m3y]

His past has been well documented. He game on strong in the last year's postseason (obviously), and has looked good this pre-season. He has a history or starting fast and falling hard in the second half.That being said, the projections on this site don't even have him hitting 200 yards, and all of the talk is that the Giants are going to pound the ball.

This site is wrong on their numbers for him and are grossly underestimating him. Look for 250+ yards passing and 2 TDs. He will be a Top 10 QB this year and presents great value in redrafts.

If Manning gets 24 points tonight as you estimate I'll eat my laptop. I like the guy, but considering my important league has me playing him this week that will bury me. Honestly, I don't see him getting 24 points ever this year and I think he'll have a solid year.

Hope you are hungry.

 

[Osaurus]

Nice bootleg on the 1 for Eli.....let's see how they look on the other side of the ball.

 

[ImTheScientist]

 

[Football Jones]

As strange as this sounds for a Tom Coughlin team, Eli's play may force Coughlin into letting him become a virtual carbon copy of his brother. I believe Eli is on the verge of becoming an elite QB.

 

[tombonneau]

As strange as this sounds for a Tom Coughlin team, Eli's play may force Coughlin into letting him become a virtual carbon copy of his brother. I believe Eli is on the verge of becoming an elite QB.

I know it's cliche, but he is playing with confidence. On that first drive, he forced a pass in to Plax in the middle of the field in double coverage that was an elite pro pass. I don't think he would have had the confidence to attempt that throw at this time last year.

 

[FavreCo]

He had 33 in the opening game last year vs. the Cowboys.

He had to. The Giants D couldn't stop the Cowboys last year on week 1. The Giants just have to show up to collect their victory this year vs the horrid Redskins. He shouldn't have to throw nearly that much.

The Redskins were a playoff team last year. I expect them to be a little worse this year, but horrid is a strong word. This is a divisional rivalry, no way the Giants are as dismissive of the Redskins as you are.DISCLOSURE: I am a Skins fan

Ok, let's go with pathetic.

 

[KellysHeroes]

unless Washing can get another TD.. ELi is going total 240 and maybe one more TD.

at this rate... BJ will have 125 / Ward 80 and Maybe Bradshaw gets a couple of Carries