If Tom Coughlin's being himself, Plaxico Burress? antics would stop

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 If Tom Coughlin's being himself, Plaxico Burress? antics would stop
The phrase "Manny being Manny" has become synonymous in sports with a defining behavior that defies logic, puts an "I" in team that should never exist, and somehow becomes acceptable because of a player's extraordinary athletic talent. (link)

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If Tom Coughlin's being himself, Plaxico Burress’ antics would stop
Published 10/5/2008 by Jim Jacobs at Giant Football Blog
The phrase "Manny being Manny" has become synonymous in sports with a defining behavior that defies logic, puts an "I" in team that should never exist, and somehow becomes acceptable because of a player's extraordinary athletic talent. Meet Plaxico being Plaxico. "Very unselfish on the field," one general manager who asked not to be identified says. "Very selfish off the field. That part you can't figure out." Continue

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