Last year, Gifford was voted as No. 4 on the Top 100 all-time New York Giants 100th anniversary team. The Giants retired No.

Long before Washington was an Academy Award-winning leading man, he crossed paths with this former football star.

Regardless of how one feels about retired running back Tiki Barber, there was no denying the impact he made on the franchise.

New Jersey's own Alex Webster literally took the long road to becoming a fan favorite for his acceleration, slashing ability, powerful style, and outgoing demeanor.

The New York Giants saw their annual valuation rise 34 percent, making them the NFL's third-most valuable franchise.