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Funny Mann? Eli out to prove he's it

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When Eli Manning turned down a shot to host Saturday Night Live in 2008, it was because he didn't want to follow in the footsteps of his famous brother. Now he's willing to stand up and try to prove he's the funniest Manning of them all.

John Fennelly, giantsfootballblog.com

The NFL released the full slate of all teams’ OTAs and mini camp dates this afternoon. The Giants will open with rookie mini camp next week at TIMEX (May 11-13) and will hold mini camp for the full squad from …

Sam Borden, nytimes.com

During a conference call, Eli Manning talks about being the host of "Saturday Night Live"--and about the the penalties given to Saints players for the team's bounty program.

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When Deion Sanders spent four days filming a commercial for DirecTV with Eli Manning a few weeks ago, he found out something about the two-time Super Bowl MVP that he never knew. Eli is funny. Really.

Evan Silva, profootballtalk.com

The Giants are one of the teams withholding disclosure of their 2012 undrafted rookie class. But the league’s official website has a list of nine Giants UDFA signings. More may be revealed at upcoming rookie minicamps. The Giants’ undrafted signings, …

Mike Florio, profootballtalk.com

Giants quarterback Eli Manning will host Saturday Night Live this week.  Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was invited to do it this year, but he passed. Rodgers didn’t decline because he isn’t interested.  “I was a given a few dates this offseaso…

Chris Johnson, giantsfootballblog.com

The Giants had one of the league’s most prolific offenses last season, ranking ninth in points per game (24.6), fifth in pass yards per game (295.9) and eighth in total yards per game (385.1). These metrics are impressive, but let …

Michael David Smith, profootballtalk.com

The relationship between Giants General Manager Jerry Reese and defensive end Osi Umenyiora may be strained, but Reese points to another player on the Giants who would be justified in wanting more money, but is handling everything the right way. Victor …

Jeremy Fuchs, giantsgab.com

No, I’m talking about public safety, or the safety dance, or even a tackle in the end zone that results in two points. I’m talking about the safety position, and how I’m beginning to worry that the Giants are neglecting it. Deon Grant played a huge …

Matt Waldman, nytimes.com

The Giants scored with their receiver selections. And if you're going to gamble on future greatness, the Jets' Stephen Hill was one of those picks that fit the bill.

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To put it mildly, David Wright was very excited when the Giants selected Virginia Tech running back David Wilson with their first pick in the NFL draft on Thursday.