October 29, 2008 Giants defensive end Mathias Kiwanuka was named the NFC's Defensive Player of the Week after recording three sacks and a forced fumble against the Steelers, according to The Sports Network.
Our View:Kiwanuka has done a good job of replacing Osi Umenyiora at defensive end after playing linebacker last season. He has a total of 5.0 sacks this year, along with one forced fumble.
October 26, 2008 Defensive end Mathias Kiwanuka recorded three sacks on Sunday, giving him five for the season.
Our View:Osi who? Kiwanuka has already set a career-high for sacks, and he is on pace for double-digit sacks this season. He is emerging as an IDP option.
September 30, 2008 Mathias Kiwanuka says the pain in his ankle is basically gone, according to the New York Daily News. "There's a little bit there," Kiwanuka said.
Our View:Kiwanuka injured the ankle during the Giants' Week 1 contest against Washington. The team had a bye this week, which helped improve the ankle tremendously.
September 29, 2008 Mathias Kiwanuka practiced Monday and indicated that his lower left leg feels much better following a full week of rest, according to the NY Daily News.
Our View:This is good news regarding the Giants' pass rush. He only has one sack so far, but should get on track now that he is feeling better.
September 18, 2008 Giants defensive end Mathias Kiwanuka is dealing with an ankle injury, and though coach Tom Coughlin said it may affect the former first-round pick all season, Kiwanuka maintains it will clear up soon, according to the Newark Star-Ledger. "If I can get it under control over the bye week, it should just be an after-thought," he said.
Our View:The ankle, which he had surgery on last season, swelled up after the Giants Week 2 demolition of the Rams. The Giants D/ST unit is still a solid option in fantasy leagues.
