New York Giants’ LB Corp Proving Their Worth

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Published: August 21, 2009

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... was considered a question mark going into camp.  As the days pass, the questions are being answered one by one.

In the absence of injured free-agent OLB Michael Boley, Bryan Kehl and Gerris Wilkinson have filled in more than adequately at weak-side linebacker.  Kehl has shown a fire that was not apparent in his game a year ago as a rookie and Wilkinson, who was on the edge of the roster bubble at the outset of camp, has impressed the coaches with his quickness and intelligent play.

“I’m just excited about watching his continued growth,” Head Coach Tom Coughlin said of Wilkinson.

Kehl is still ahead of Wilkinson at this point, but Wilkinson is closing fast. Boley, who will not be able to practice for a few more weeks and is suspended for Week 1, is way behind in claiming his new job. The play of the existing players on the roster makes one question why he was signed at all.

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