Giants Passing Game Off To Good Start

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Published: September 14, 2009

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... to give the Giants a chance to win.

Well that question was answered on Sunday.

The Giants passing game was just fine in their 23-17 victory over the Washington Redskins.

Eli Manning routinely had an open receiver to throw to.

Whether it was veterans Domenik Hixon and Steve Smith or rookie Hakeem Nicks or tight end Kevin Boss, there seemed to always be someone open downfield.

And on the rare occasion that there wasn't, Manning was able to dump the ball off to Brandon Jacobs or Ahmad Bradshaw.

As expected, Steve Smith was the Giants most targeted receiver, catching six passes for 80 yards. Smith was able to shake coverage seemingly every play, despite lining up on the edge most of the day. Smith has shown throughout his career he is more comfortable as a slot receiver.

But Manningham caught Eli's only touchdown pass of the day, a 30-yard reception on a wide receiver screen. Manningham finished with three catches for 58 yards and ...

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