"He started coaching me up," Hixon said. "As soon as I saw him he was talking about releases and going up against Philly this week and knowing what to expect."

For the young receivers who now have the job of replacing Burress' production and presence on the field, they are facing both challenges and opportunities. While Hixon and Steve Smith will play an even larger role in the passing game, Sinorice Moss and Mario Manningham will have a chance at emerging from the shadows to prove they can contribute on Sundays.

But it sounds las if those moving up in the food chain won't be shy about turning to Burress for advice, even though he is suspended for the rest of the season.

"He's been there and been in every situation," Smith said of possibly calling Burress.

Eli honored

Eli Manning was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Month for November after leading the Giants to a 4-0 record. In those games he completed 77 of 121 passes for 889 yards, seven touchdowns with three interceptions. His passer rating for the span was 94.7.

Giant steps

LB Jonathan Goff (hamstring) and CB Corey Webster (back) did not practice. C Shaun O'Hara (knee) and DT Fred Robbins (shoulder) were limited while RB Ahmad Bradshaw (neck) had full participation. RB Brandon Jacobs was not listed on the report for the first time since injuring his knee against the Ravens ... DT Leger Douzable was signed off the practice squad to take Burress' place on the 53-man roster. OL Mike Fladell and WR Micah Rucker were added to the practice squad. OT Na'Shan Goddard was signed off the Giants' practice squad by the Seahawks.