Will the New York Giants’ Young Wide Receivers Get a Chance To Shine?

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Published: August 21, 2009

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... were the rookie receivers that the Giants held on to as opposed to trading for Braylon Edwards?

They were on the field. In fact, they played for virtually the entire second half. But aside from the instances in which Jon Gruden and Ron Jaworski were salivating over Ramses Barden, their names were scarcely called in game action.

Third-round pick Ramses Barden had a 20-yard reception on a poorly covered third and 17. He also was overthrown on the Giants last offensive play on the game, one that could have put the Giants in position to win it with a field goal.

Some speculate that Barden could have attempted to lay out for the reception, but he was at a poor angle and appeared to have trouble locating the ball.

First round selection Hakeem Nicks was very quiet, too. Throughout the first half, Nicks was frequently located by ESPN cameras behind Giants coaches, standing helplessly with his helmet on.

He got his chance in the second ha...

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