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Lewis could be hurt if Giants go deep into playoffs

By John Clayton
ESPN.com

Friday, January 6, 2006

The most nauseating phrase in NFL draft circles is "best player available." While it might serve as a team's best strategy, the terminology is commonly utilized to disguise a franchise's intentions. In coaching circles, though, a curious trend is developing. Teams aren't exactly hiring the best coach available, though available is open to interpretation. The deeper a prospective candidate goes into the playoffs with another team, the less chance he has of getting a head coaching job ...

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