David Tyree to retire as a Giant

[Big Bid'Ness]

From:realgm.com

The New York Giants have signed Super Bowl XLII hero David Tyree to a one-day contract so he can retire with the team.

Tyree told reporters during a visit with the team in June that he thought the end was near for his seven-year career. The special-teams standout will hold a conference call Friday morning to announce his decision.

Tyree will always be remembered for one of the greatest catches in Super Bowl history when he snagged a desperation heave from Eli Manning and secured the ball with the aid of his helmet while Rodney Harrison was draped all over him.

The miraculous catch helped set up the winning touchdown against the Patriots in Super Bowl XLII.

Tyree played for the Ravens last season and was hoping to land with another team this season before deciding to retire.


"At the end of the day I am a Giant," said Tyree, who played in five seasons for the Giants and made the 2005 Pro Bowl for his special-teams play. "My greatest moments have been here, my greatest memories are here. That is why I am here today.

"It is very likely I could shut it down and I won't have any qualms about it. Like I said two years ago, I had to be happy [if it was over]. It's been a crazy ride."

 

[DannyColtsBro]

Thats how it should be.

 

[elcheato]

Why did he have to retire as a Giant? Lol I just don't see the significance of it, yea he had that great play but so what, he's not going into the HOF or anything.

 

[MR.ballin]

I remember watching that moment on my T.V. Everyone in the room was just yelling out of excitement. Not to mention the Patriots losing there perfect season made the catch more unforgettable.

 

[youngguru]

If it wasn't for that catch nobody would even know his name. It was one of the greatest plays in sports history. Makes sense that he wants to be remembered for it, since he won't be remembered for anything else lol.

 

[RipCity32]

Why did he have to retire as a Giant? Lol I just don't see the significance of it, yea he had that great play but so what, he's not going into the HOF or anything.

This.

 

[footballplaya52]

its just important to him because he played there for so long, and the play of his career was the reason for their superbowl win.

 

[VC15]

Why did he have to retire as a Giant? Lol I just don't see the significance of it, yea he had that great play but so what, he's not going into the HOF or anything.

This.

 

[Blake]

Tyree sucks anyways.

 

[elcheato]

How was I hating? He made a great play but nothing other then that..

 

[cruzg24]

Good to see him want to sign with us to end his career. One of the greatest plays I have ever seen in my life, I even have it hung up in my room. Tyree was a good guy for us and Im glad that when I remember him I can remember an amazing championship victory.

 

[Mooche]

its just important to him because he played there for so long, and the play of his career was the reason for their superbowl win.

Spot on.