The Giants aren't out of the running to land free agent cornerback Brian Kelly (Bucs), but they aren't about to get into a bidding war either. Not for a 32-year-old cornerback entering his 11th NFL season.
A league source familiar with the Giants situation tells us that Kelly, who visited with the Giants yesterday but left without signing a contract, is "waiting for the best deal."
The Lions are in the best position to do that, although it's not inconceivable the Giants make a more concerted effort to land Kelly. But there seems to be no rush on their part, and they appear content to bide their time. Kelly has already visited with the Lions and head coach Rod Marinelli, the former Bucs defensive line coach who has great admiration for the cornerback's abilities.