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Posted: 3/13/2010 11:04pm et

Ralph Vacchiano, of the New York Daily News, reports New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs said he is not sure if he will be present for the start of the offseason workouts because his wife is expected to give birth soon.

The Huddle Take: So long as it is just his impending fatherhood and not an injury or contract issue, there's no need to be concerned about Jacobs missing a few OTAs. Unless, of course, he's on the Travis Henry paternity plan...

Posted: 2/5/2010 4:58pm et

Mike Garafolo, of The Star-Ledger, reports New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs said he should have had surgery on his knee after he injured it in Week 1 instead of allowing it to affect his play for the rest of the season. Jacobs said he probably would have missed four or five weeks but would have been fully healthy when he returned.

The Huddle Take: Jacobs had surgery following the season and should be ready when the Giants reconvene for team workouts this offseason.

Posted: 2/1/2010 10:15pm et

Ralph Vacchiano, of the New York Daily News, reports the Giants could cut ties with RB Brandon Jacobs this offseason if 2010 is an uncapped year. Jacobs has three years and $13.2 million left on his contract, but the team could release him with no future penalties if there is no salary cap. However, the team will likely keep him for 2010 since most of his $3.65 million salary for next year is guaranteed.

The Huddle Take: Jacobs struggled through an injury-plagued 2009 season, but while his running style doesn't lend itself well to a long-term career it would be a surprise if the Giants kicked him to the curb this year.

Posted: 1/23/2010 3:10am et

Ernie Palladino, of Ernie Palladino's Giants Beat, reports New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs underwent successful knee surgery, according to WFAN-AM's Paul Dottino. Jacobs is not expected to need much recovery time and could be back by minicamp.

The Huddle Take: The knee injury bothered Jacobs much of the season, resulting in his least productive campaign since he was a rookie. He'll get another opportunity in 2010, but his aggressive running style isn't conducive to staying healthy.

Posted: 1/4/2010 10:22am et

Ralph Vacchiano, of the New York Daily News, reports Giants RB Brandon Jacobs will undergo surgery within the next week to repair a torn meniscus in his knee.

The Huddle Take: The injury seemed to bother Jacobs for much of the year, and assuming no other issues are uncovered during the surgery he should be back on the field for team activities this spring.

Posted: 12/31/2009 11:33am et

Ralph Vacchiano, of the New York Daily News, reports the Giants have placed RB Brandon Jacobs on Injured Reserve, ending his 2009 season.

The Huddle Take: Jacobs has been dealing with a knee injury, so the team is shutting him down for the season while he awaits arthroscopic surgery next week.

Posted: 12/30/2009 2:15pm et

ESPN.com reports New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs (knee) will have arthroscopic knee surgery next week.

The Huddle Take: Jacobs has been ruled out for this weeks game, ending his season. While Bradshaw will get some time, Tom Coughlin has been specifically stating that he will not carry the full load and that others will see action, meaning that Gartrell Johnson and D.J. Ware will see what amounts to a solid amount of playing time as the team gives them what will amount to a 2010 audition. If possible, avoid this situation.

Posted: 12/29/2009 1:14am et

The New York Daily News reports New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs (knee) indicated after the team's Week 16 game Sunday, Dec. 27, that he has been playing with a knee injury all season. Head coach Tom Coughlin admitted that Jacobs "has had some issues along the way that he's had to deal with."

The Huddle Take: If you'll recall we've had a situation like this before with Jacobs. He keeps things pretty close to the vest, just starts and gives his owners the proverbial shaft each week when he's needed. At least now we know...since it's week 17 and all.

Posted: 12/27/2009 11:41pm et

NFL.com reports New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs (knee) suffered a knee injury in Week 16.

The Huddle Take: Jacobs has once again been injured which means that Ahmaad Bradshaw will likely move into more of an every down back status in his absence.

Posted: 12/12/2009 11:39pm et

The New York Daily News, reports New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs expects to have an increased workload in Week 14 with the potential of some rain and snow in the forecast at the Meadowlands Sunday, Dec. 13. Jacobs had only 39 yards on 13 carries in Week 13, and he has just 105 yards rushing on just 2.9 yards per carry the last three weeks. Jacobs said it's even more important to emphasize the running game and 'smash-mouth football' against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14 to help keep their dangerous offense off the field. 'You want to keep an explosive offense like that off of the field, no matter who you are playing against and no matter how good your defense is,' Jacobs said.

The Huddle Take: With Ahmaad Bradshaw continuing to nurse his foot and ankle injuries, Jacobs should see the lions share of the carries this week. Weather is always a factor late in the season at the Meadowlands which will likely cause problems for Eli Manning and the Giants passing attack.