11.  Defensive tackle Jim Wahler, who was with the team in training camp, was given a tryout.

12.  Defensive tackle Ray Agnew led the Giants with four tackles, one sack and one pass deflection.

13.  Defensive tackle Russell Maryland, who sprained his right knee against the Eagles, said a potential playoff matchup with the 49ers can wait for now.

14.  Defensive tackle Tom Barndt has been charged with DUI, stemming from an auto accident Sunday night in Covington.

15.  Defensive tackles don't work out with quarterbacks.

16.  Defensively with their secondary and their linebackers, they'll certainly put us to the test.

17.  Defensively, he remains more than competent, although he is tied for the club lead with 10 errors, same as Gold Glove second baseman Pokey Reese.

18.  Defensively, linebackers Pete Monty and Ryan Phillips were credited with sacks, as was defensive tackle Frank Ferrara.

19.  Defensively, new coordinator Phil Bennett has brought with him a more aggressive and attacking scheme that will be predicated on speed and quickness.

20.  Defensively, the Nets struggled to contain Philadelphia's Dana Barros, who made another bid for the All-Star team with 31 points Friday night.