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Super Bowl XLII-How the Giants Stopped the Most Prolific Offense in NFL History!

 
How we stopped them. Giants defensive backs coach Peter Giunta gives insight on how the G-men stopped the most prolific offense in NFL history. I think Bill Burt of the Eagle Tribune writes a fantastic article. <a href=" http://www.eagletribune.com/pusports/local_story_044005441.html?keyword=topstory">www.eagletribune.com</a > I think this is a must read for all NFL fans. Although New England blew out Cleveland in their matchup, the Giants defensive coaching staff used this game as a template. Recall, during their three Super Bowl victories, Browns coach Romeo Crennel was the Patriots defensive coordinator. The Pats defeated New England 34-17. However, the game was closer than the score indicates. New England had 3 interceptions in this game. One was returned for a TD and the other two were in Browns territory. As a result of having a short field, the Pats converted Browns miscues into touchdowns. The Browns defensive was able to get some pressure on Brady and their defensive ... (link)

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