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BroadStBullies · 04-19-2008, 08:27 AM

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The prevailing theory regarding the Giants and Jeremy Shockey is the team learned during its Super Bowl run they no longer need the Pro Bowl tight end.

Truth is, Shockey made the first move toward a separation. And he did so before the playoffs even began.

Shockey told the Giants in December he wanted a changed role in the offense or a trade to another team, according to a person familiar with discussions between Shockey, the Giants' coaching staff and front office. The person, who requested anonymity because he isn't authorized to speak on behalf of Shockey or the Giants, said Shockey threatened to sit out the upcoming season if neither request was granted.

Shockey, 27, who suffered a broken fibula in a Dec. 16 loss to the Redskins, feels his career is being cut short by all the blocking he has been asked to do since Tom Coughlin became coach of the Giants in 2004. While blocking is an integral part of a tight end's job description, Shockey believes he was more effective as a receiver under former coach Jim Fassel and offensive coordinator Sean Payton, now the coach of the New Orleans Saints, who are interested in trading for Shockey.

Giants general manager Jerry Reese, who said on Thursday that Shockey is the Giants' starting tight end "right now," had no comment recently when asked about Shockey's trade demands. Yesterday, Shockey's agent, Drew Rosenhaus, addressed the trade rumors during an appearance on ESPN's "NFL Live."

"In terms of Jeremy's feelings as relating to the Giants, that's something that we've communicated to the Giants and the ball's going to be in their court," Rosenhaus said, later adding: "We've had discussions with the Giants about Jeremy. I'll leave it at that. And you hear what Jerry Reese had to say. It's going to be up to the Giants to decide whether or not they want to trade Jeremy."

Shockey has complained about his role several times since Coughlin arrived. Late in the 2004 season he griped about being turned into "an average player" by the new coach's offense. This came three months after he complained about pre-snap motion, which made him "tired before I get to my final spot."

In addition to neutralizing his receiving ability, Shockey believes the number of injuries he has suffered over the past few years can be attributed to all the blocking he has done. He has battled several ankle sprains, including one that nearly sidelined him for the game against the Redskins in which he broke his leg.

Still, Shockey hasn't said much publicly about his role the past few years. But behind closed doors he has been as vocal as ever. According to someone who speaks with former Giants tight end Visanthe Shiancoe regularly, Shockey once told Shiancoe to stay with the Giants because Shockey wanted to leave, which would have left the starting spot to Shiancoe.

The person, who asked not to be named because the conversation was private, said the emotional Shockey then flipped his stance and told Shiancoe he'd be better off playing for a team that features a receiving tight end in its offense. Shiancoe signed a five-year, $18 million deal with the Vikings last offseason.

Anyone remember Sheldon Brown saying that Shockey wanted to play for the Eagles in an interview? Probably won't happen cause LJ signed the tender.

**UCFNoleFan** · 04-19-2008, 10:17 AM

Trade him anywhere but NO, I don't want another Miami guy on this team, especially not one who can be a locker room cancer.

The-Hammer · 04-19-2008, 01:27 PM

Trade him to NE, we will set him straight and have another rediculous offense. We'll move Watson at WR. lol

**UCFNoleFan** · 04-19-2008, 01:29 PM

Shockey would probably be better at WR, Watson is the perfect TE in that offense.

**ball in the baskett** · 04-19-2008, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BroadStBullies

Anyone remember Sheldon Brown saying that Shockey wanted to play for the Eagles in an interview? Probably won't happen cause LJ signed the tender.

There is no chance that the giants would trade him to a division rival.

The-Hammer · 04-19-2008, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by UCFNoleFan

Shockey would probably be better at WR, Watson is the perfect TE in that offense.

I dunno, personally I think there 2 top TEs, but Watson is insanely fast, so, I think his speed would help him get some seperation.

**gruntbygod** · 04-20-2008, 01:06 PM

He doesnt play as fast as Shockey tho

**UCFNoleFan** · 04-20-2008, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by gruntbygod

He doesnt play as fast as Shockey tho

Exactly what I was going to say, he might be faster, but Shockey is a WR that blocks and runs like a TE. Watson is a TE that can run, he is very athlethic, but Shockey when healthy, is just on another level. He just has problems with the when healthy part.

The-Hammer · 04-20-2008, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by UCFNoleFan

Exactly what I was going to say, he might be faster, but Shockey is a WR that blocks and runs like a TE. Watson is a TE that can run, he is very athlethic, but Shockey when healthy, is just on another level. He just has problems with the when healthy part.

Yeah but don't underestimate Watson, he's a good blocker, and really can't be covered by a LB and most safeties, he just has a problem with the when healthy part too.

**RoyWilliams** · 04-20-2008, 05:52 PM

Yeah i didnt see this one coming when he was double fisting shots at the SB.

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