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From Simms to Strahan: the New York Giants story
Franchise era
1991—2003
From Simms to Strahan
New York Giants
The story in one sentence
New York rebuilt around Strahan and Barber, reaching Super Bowl XXXV before the next quarterback succession began.
Defense bridges two generations
Michael Strahan, Tiki Barber and Jessie Armstead gave the era its recognizable core.
Its ending created the conditions for eli's two impossible runs.
Timeline
How it unfolded
Before 1991
What came before
Taylor changed offensive protection, Parcells shaped a physical roster and the Giants won Super Bowls XXI and XXV in distinctly different ways.
2001-01-07
Divisional Round: Philadelphia Eagles vs New York Giants
2001-01-14
Conference Championship: Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants
2001-01-28
Super Bowl: Baltimore Ravens vs New York Giants
After 2003
What came next
Manning's late-game calm and a deep pass rush produced two unlikely championships, including the upset of an 18–0 Patriots team.
The core