Tempest Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/eli-manning-steals-the-show-at-giants-town-hall-061015 The New York Giants held a special Town Hall for season ticket holders on Tuesday night at the Beacon Theatre. Fans had the opportunity to hear stories from Giants greats of past and present. The event was hosted by Bob Papa and featured Eli Manning, Victor Cruz, Jon Beasonand David Diehl. Everyon had their opportunity to shine, but Manning took over with his witty and lighthearted jokes and banter. For years, Giants fans have wondered what Manning meant when he would scream "Omaha!" as the play clock wound down, during his time in Kevin Gilbride's offense. Now that Gilbride is gone and the Omahah call has been retired, Manning was finally able to share the true meaning of the call. "We don't have Omaha anymore," Manning said. "Omaha is not in the offense. I think I can actually finally tell you what Omaha is. Bascially Omaha was maybe we change the play, or maybe we change the protection or Diehl had to tie his shoe or someitng and was taking forever … and the play clock is running down and Omaha just told everybody to put their hand on the ground, shut up and the ball’s about to be snapped. “So I would say Omaha, I would say it again and then ‘set hut’ and do whatever you think you need to be doing and let’s go play football.” Later in the night, Manning shared a Super Bowl story. After immediately realizing that he won the championship, an odd feeling overcame Manning. He shared it with everyone. "You have that feeling you're like: 'Just hug me, somebody!'" Diehl followed up by asking Manning who he hugged. "I hugged Jeff Feagles, the punter." The Town Hall was an excellent success, and the event gave some fans a chance to feel connected to the team they love on a personal level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmenroc Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 I'm thinking defenses caught on that Omaha meant the ball was about to be put in play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. P Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 I'm thinking defenses caught on that Omaha meant the ball was about to be put in play. Fans caught on, so I've gotta think defenses caught on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmenroc Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Glad to know we're no longer telegraphing the snap of the ball. What a concept. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. P Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Glad to know we're no longer telegraphing the snap of the ball. What a concept. The thing is, I'm willing to bet every team has an 'omaha' of their own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazedDogs Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Kevin Gilbride says: 'what do you mean defenses figured out when the ball was going to be snapped? Thats nonsense!' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herc Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 You didn't have to telegraph when we snapped the ball cuz we snapped it at 1 on the play clock pretty often Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempest Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 You didn't have to telegraph when we snapped the ball cuz we snapped it at 1 on the play clock pretty often Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treehugger Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Most of the time "Omaha" means "Opposite", as in the play is reversed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmenroc Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Most of the time "Omaha" means "Opposite", as in the play is reversed. Do you have to count the Omahas? Even number - go as called, odd number - go opposite of called? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightFire Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 The count depends on where you are on the field or if you had eggs for breakfast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 You didn't have to telegraph when we snapped the ball cuz we snapped it at 1 on the play clock pretty often Yeah, I was just going to say that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now