NY Giants Make a Smart Move by Giving DE Osi Umenyiora a Little Bit More Money

June 9, 2012   ·   Sean Hojnacki   ·   Jump to comments

The New York Giants announced last week that defensive end Osi Umenyiora had agreed to a restructured contract for the 2012 season.
On Monday, he rejoined the team for OTAs (via Michael Eisen of Giants.com), instantly increasing the Giants' chances of repeating their triumphant Super Bowl run from last season and making a Big Blue dynasty a distinct possibility.
After thwarting the New England Patriots' attempt at a 19-0 season in Super Bowl XLII, the Giants appeared headed for dynastic distinction. Then, on Nov. 28, 2008, Plaxico Burress accidentally shot himself in the leg, and their golden team turned to lead.
Since then, receivers like Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz have blossomed under Eli Manning, revitalizing the offense that looked lost without Burress. Last season, Eli proved his elite status by throwing for 4,933 yards and 29 touchdowns.
After finishing 2011 with a 9-7 record and squeaking into the playoffs, the Giants made another incredible playoff run and...

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