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Article: New York Giants in No Rush to Trade Dayne
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- April 16, 2003
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Dateline: EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.
The New York Giants aren't in a rush to trade disgruntled halfback
Ron Dayne, even though they might have the chance to deal him during
the upcoming draft.
General manager Ernie Accorsi said Wednesday in his annual pre-draft
news conference that the Giants see the former Heisman Trophy winner
as a good insurance policy should starting halfback Tiki Barber get
hurt.
However, Dayne's status has been clouded in recent months with the
signing of free agent Dorsey Levens and Dayne's own unhappiness at
his lack of playing time.
The Giants' No. 1 draft pick in 2000, Dayne rushed for 428 yards on
125 carries last season. He has 1,888 yards ...