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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- In his rookie season as coach, Ben McAdoo has taken the New York Giants into somewhat neglected territory.The Giants (8-3) are in the playoff hunt for the first time since 2012, a year they faltered down the stretch, winning two of their last five games to finish 9-7.Despite riding a six-game winning streak and the second best record in the NFC, New York is going to have to work to make the playoffs for the first time since winning the Super Bowl in February 2012.It has the AFC North co-leading Steelers (6-5) in Pittsburgh on Sunday. NFC East leader Dallas (10-1), whose only loss is to the Giants, is at MetLife Stadium on Dec. 11, followed by NFC North-leading Detroit (7-4) on the 18th.Four days later, the Giants face the rival Eagles on the road, and close out the schedule at Washington on Jan. 1. The Redskins (6-4-1) have the second-best record in the wild-card race, right behind the Giants.For a team that has not put it all together this season, especially on offense, the playoffs are not guaranteed.As a team, where do we go from here? McAdoo asked. Its December football. This is where the real football begins. All our hard work to this point has set the table for December. Its an exciting time against a lot of playoff teams and playoff environments. The margin for error is small. This is where our identity needs to take over.The Giants identity has been that of a team that gets things done. For the most part, it has been star players stepping up and making plays.In the 27-13 decision over the Browns (0-12) on Sunday, defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul led the way with seven tackles, three sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble return for a touchdown. Eli Manning added three touchdown passes, including two to Odell Beckham Jr.The constant in the winning streak has been the play of the defense, which has been led by safety Landon Collins.McAdoo insists the Giants wont be focused on making the playoffs.I think its important to address the elephant in the room, so to speak, McAdoo said. Everything gets cranked up a notch in December with everyone jockeying for position. We just need to make sure we play our best football moving forward.If any group has to step up, its the offense. It has been inconsistent most of the season, especially the running game.While the Giants scored 27 points against the Browns, the defense set up the first touchdown with a turnover at the Cleveland 31 in the second quarter. Pierre-Pauls return got another touchdown.Special teams also need to improve. Cleveland got three points after Bobby Rainey muffed a punt, and a Mark Herzlich holding penalty nullified a punt return for a touchdown by Beckham in the fourth quarter.I think its great that we have players that can change the game in one play, McAdoo said. We need to be mentally dialed-in to play a complete game at all three phases for four-plus quarters. We really need to cash in on that in December.Game notesMcAdoo refused to say whether Beckham would continue to return punts down the stretch. ... Herzlich and safety Nat Berhe were hurt in the game and are starting the week in the concussion protocol. Its the second time this season for Berhe. ... Rookie receiver Sterling Shepard not only failed to catch a pass for the first time this season, he also was not targeted. McAdoo called it unfortunate. Were not completing enough balls or moving the chains as much as we need to move the chains for everyone to get involved. ... Its too early to tell whether Gs Justin Pugh (knee), Brett Jones (calf) and Marshall Newhouse (knee) will be able to practice this week, McAdoo said. ... McAdoo did not know if RB Shane Vereen, who has been on injured reserve with a triceps injury since Week 3, would practice this week.---For more NFL coverage: http://www.pro32.ap.org and -http://www.twitter.com/AP-NFLNike Shoes From China . After the whistle, Thornton skated the length of the ice, pulled Orpik to the ice from behind and punched him in the face several times. Nike Shoes From China Online . - After leading the Saints to a fourth playoff appearance in five seasons, Drew Brees expressed confidence in the direction of his team and, perhaps more importantly, showed a willingness to listen to contract proposals if the team needs his help getting under the NFLs salary cap. https://www.nikeshoeschina.us/ . -- Tony Stewart is 20 pounds lighter and has a titanium rod in his surgically repaired right leg. Nike Shoes China . 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Laudrup revealed Thursday he was notified of his dismissal in "the briefest of letters which gave no reasons why such hasty and final action was deemed necessary.Even if Michael Ennis NRL career ends without a 2016 premiership ring, North Queenslands Jason Taumalolo reckons the Cronulla rake is already guaranteed one title - the leagues most irritating player.But Taumalolo did not warm to the prospect of finally silencing Ennis by bringing an abrupt halt to his playing days this week.Retiring Sharks No.9 Ennis is expected to be at his niggling best in Friday nights preliminary final against North Queensland at Allianz Stadium.Few would argue after Ennis copped plenty of criticism for taunting Raiders fans with his own Viking clap following the Sharks opening finals win in Canberra.For the record, Taumalolo reckoned he could see the funny side of Ennis dig at Canberra fans.It was pretty funny seeing him after the Raiders game, I couldnt stop laughing at that moment, he said.But that is him to a tee.He will be just as much of a pest on Friday night - it should be quite the battle in the middle.Taumalolo could not argue though when asked if Ennis was on the all time most annoying players list.I think he would be up there but I dont think you have to ask me about that, he smiled.I speak for most of the NRL that Mick is definitely up there as onne of the most annoying players in the comp.ddddddddddddTaumalolo now has the chance to have the final say against Ennis.Taumalolos extraordinary 263-metre effort inspired North Queenslands extra-time semi-final win over Brisbane last week.It also helped end Broncos captain Corey Parkers NRL career.One week later he can do the same for Ennis - not that he looked forward to it.He is one of the best players in that position in the modern day era, Taumalolo said of Ennis.If he retires on Friday night it would be a pretty tragic way to end a career.He handles himself well for a small body, he definitely puts his body on the line (in defence).On Friday night we will definitely leave it all out on the field.Taumalolo said he knew he would have to back up from his semi-finals heroics against the Cronulla pack.They are a physical pack spearheaded by Paul Gallen, he said.But in saying that they have Andrew Fifita who is just as damaging and they get a lot of second phase play from Wade Graham and Matt Prior.They have a forward pack that has a bit of everything. 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