Keidel: The Book On Eli
I've been giggling spastically since I heard Eli Manning compare himself favorably to Tom Brady. When you're not the best quarterback in your family – and Eli might be third behind Papa Archie – you're not in Brady's class.
I've been giggling spastically since I heard Eli Manning compare himself favorably to Tom Brady. When you're not the best quarterback in your family – and Eli might be third behind Papa Archie – you're not in Brady's class.
Eli Manning created a bit of a stir this week when he declared himself a Top 5 quarterback and put himself in the same class as Tom Brady. Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez didn't have to make such comparisons -- his coach did it for him.
Is Eli Manning a top 5 quarterback? The Giants quarterback certainly thinks so, or at least that's what he said in an interview Tuesday. From his big show at Giants camp on Wednesday, Mike Francesa asked Manning, who had 25 interceptions in 2010, to clarify the remarks.
With all the talk surrounding the moves -- or lack thereof -- coming from the office of Giants general manager Jerry Reese, is there a better time to broadcast live from the Timex Performance Center?
Eli Manning thinks rather highly of himself, or at least his comments on a local radio show on Tuesday might lead one to believe that.
No one with a pen and a pulse would write that Plaxico Burress didn't deserve to be punished. Fined? Hell, yes. Suspended? Absolutely? Cut? Why not? But jailed for 20 months? That's different.
Here's our thumbnail review of how the Giants fared in our Things to Watch during their 20-10 loss to the Carolina Panthers in Saturday's preseason opener.
Cam Newton made his NFL debut, Carolina Panthers beat the New York Giants 20-10.
The longer you stay around a business, the more you realize that anything can happen. And it did Wednesday.
Almost, yes, almost. Those of us in the press room almost had a calm and routine day at Giants camp on Monday. Then the rumor mill went into action again.
Manning left the distinct impression that it's up general manager Jerry Reese, coach Tom Coughlin and Giants ownership to decide whether to re-sign Burress now that the gifted receiver has finished his nearly two-year prison sentence for a weapons possession violation.
Hard to believe that many "experts" think the Giants shouldn't meet with or sign Plaxico Burress. Here's the reality: Plaxico Burress did the stupid crime, did the mandatory time and certainly deserves a second chance.
The Giants responded quickly to the NFL's labor agreement on Monday by changing the home page on its website with a welcome back. "Giants Football Is Back. Do You Like It? Thanks For Being The Best Fans In The World!"
Consider Eli Manning on the record. When it comes to former Giants on the comeback trail, Manning would rather be reunited with Plaxico Burress than Tiki Barber.
"I have been optimistic the whole time and it sounds like they are trying to work it out, the owners and players are trying to get everything figured out," the Giants quarterback said Monday. "I do feel we will have a season."
There are a lot of stars in this town: Darrelle Revis, Mark Sanchez, Eli Manning, Amar'e Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Henrik Lundqvist, Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez, to name a few of the biggest. But none shine brighter in New York than Jose Reyes.
Some of the worlds best golfers are hitting the links in Westchester this weekend to raise money for a great cause.
Eli Manning and the New York Giants capped a week of workouts despite the lockout, with 27 players attending practice Friday at a local high school.
Ex-Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress is set to get out of prison on June 6, a release date that quarterback Eli Manning thinks is well overdue.
Eli Manning's lockout passing camp ended much like the last two seasons for the Giants. It ran out of gas.
Justin Tuck has a message for Giants fans: "Just because you don't see us doesn't mean we're not practicing."
With NFL teams unable to sign undrafted players because of the lockout, West Chester receiver Dan DePalma has been looking for almost anyone to throw him passes. He found an unexpected partner Wednesday: Giants quarterback Eli Manning.
Nine Giants attended Tuesday's workout in Hoboken, the first this week and the fourth overall since the NFL lockout was reinstated by a federal appeals court ruling on April 29.
Former Giants Super Bowl star Plaxico Burress is set to get out of prison on June 6, a date that brings his wife to tears at just the thought.
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Earlier this year, Gianna and Kimberly Gotti were involved in an altercation at Locust Valley High School. Tuesday, the assault charges they faced were dismissed.
Two former FDNY chiefs are facing bribery and corruption charges for allegedly providing preferential treatment to people and companies that needed fire safety reviews and inspections.
CVS said it is cutting 2,900 workers, or about 1% of its workforce, as part of an effort to reduce costs by $2 billion.
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official called the attack "ineffective."
Earlier this year, Gianna and Kimberly Gotti were involved in an altercation at Locust Valley High School. Tuesday, the assault charges they faced were dismissed.
Two former FDNY chiefs are facing bribery and corruption charges for allegedly providing preferential treatment to people and companies that needed fire safety reviews and inspections.
Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
A partnership between one of the commissioners of the Department of City Planning and the Brooklyn Public Library looks to educate people about issues around housing.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The U.S. News and World Report college rankings list New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's Ivy League schools among the best for 2025.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New Jersey police found over 100 illegal weapons and ammo stashed inside a home in Totowa after a man shared a picture of himself pointing a gun on social media.
Couples desperate to find a new place to get married after a wedding venue in New Jersey abruptly closed are getting some help.
Earlier this year, Gianna and Kimberly Gotti were involved in an altercation at Locust Valley High School. Tuesday, the assault charges they faced were dismissed.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
The organs of one of the teens who died after a weekend crash in West Babylon have saved three lives, an organ donation organization announced Friday.
There's a tragic update to the weekend crash in West Babylon. Bella Trezza, 17, has died. She had been fighting for her life since the crash.
Long Island Republican Congressman Anthony D'Esposito allegedly gave part-time jobs to both his lover and fiancée's daughter.
Two former FDNY chiefs are facing bribery and corruption charges for allegedly providing preferential treatment to people and companies that needed fire safety reviews and inspections.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance are poised to go head-to-head tonight at their first and only debate, hosted by CBS News.
Former President Jimmy Carter has defied the odds in hospice care and reached his 100th birthday.
A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit over COVID deaths in nursing homes filed against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
A tumultuous week in New York City politics ended with Mayor Eric Adams being indicted for bribery.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is resigning and will step down in January.
The New York resident who tested positive for the mosquito-borne EEE virus has died, prompting state health officials to declare an "imminent threat to the public for EEE."
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.
Thousands gathered at Central Park's Great Lawn on Saturday for the annual Global Citizen Festival.
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
Mets rally, give it all away, and then ride Francisco Lindor homer in the 9th to an 8-7 win over Braves and a playoff spot.
Dikembe Mutombo, who was an eight-time NBA All-Star, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2022.
The New York Yankees ended the regular season with a victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
The New York Mets moved within one win of a playoff berth with a victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday.
A partnership between one of the commissioners of the Department of City Planning and the Brooklyn Public Library looks to educate people about issues around housing.
The B&B Carousell on the famous Coney Island Boardwalk is the oldest of the antique amusement park rides in Brooklyn.
Despite being billed as a popular initiative aimed to create vibrant public spaces, some NYC business owners are pushing back against Open Streets.
Curators of Harlem Sculpture Gardens are revealing their research into climate change on Uptown parks.
We took an inside look at the operations of New York City's primary recycling center during Climate Week 2024.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
CBS News New York's John Elliott says temperatures will reach the upper 60s.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports from Port Elizabeth.
Crews marked another milestone Tuesday in the development of the new terminal, placing a final beam in the structural steel. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
The mayor spoke Tuesday morning following the announced departure of longtime advisor Timothy Pearson. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
This comes on the eve of Rosh Hashanah, one of the holiest days on the Jewish calendar. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest.