The Giants looked unstoppable, then BOOM! the last four games of the season they lost three out of four, while the Carolina Panther game was a win for the Giants granting them home field advantage and a bye week {they get to rest for two weeks total} Really I do not think they will even get to the super bowl, sadly I think they will not win the first of their playoff games, {win or go home from here on} This years team is not last years team that ruined the New England Patriots perfect season to go on and win last years super bowl.
Modman, you don't need to worry about the Giants. This year there are no "great" teams just a lot of "very good" teams. I think the only team the Giants have to worry about in the NFC is the Eagles.
The Giants are far and away the best time in the NFC I would be very shocked if they lost to any team other than the Eagles on their way to the Super Bowl.
Now winning the Super Bowl will be a whole another matter. ;
One month ago it looked like the Giants were unstoppable, their record was twelve wins and one loss. Then Plaxico Burris their best receiver had a meltdown, besides not being able to play, he went and shot himself in the leg, in a city {New York} where simple possession of a handgun breaks the very old Sullivan law and carries a seven year sentence.
The reason the Giants looked so vulnerable in December WASN'T because of Burress but because of injuries to the true stars of the team. Brandon Jacobs was hurt and both their offensive and defensive lines were banged up. The week off will help. So look for your beloved Giants to look as good as they have all year in 2 weeks.