Justin Tuck and Brandon Jacobs are both practicing.

That mean Jacobs knee responded well to yesterday’s practice which is a good indication he will play, especially with Bradshaw out a third straight day. Tuck’s lower leg injury seems to be just a ding.

As I said, Ahmad Bradshaw is out of practice, as is Plaxico Burress and Fred Robbins.

With Bradsahw and Plax  out it makes you wonder who will return kicks, because Hixon might have to start at the X position, Plaxico’s normal spot. That said Hixon will probably have to play in both areas, mainly because he is so good at it.

If Robbins can’t go there is a good chance the Giants activate Jerome McDougle, but it would be Jay Alford who see’s the most extra playing time.