Victor Cruz reworks contract terms to return to NY

In the continuing trend of New York Giants news, it was reported yesterday that the organization will bring back former star wide receiver Victor Cruz, but for far less money than he was originally intended to make. Cruz, however, "couldn't go anywhere else".

If anyone needs a comeback season, it's Victor Cruz

He had agreed to less money for 2016-2017 due to the fact that his market value took a big hit last season. He tore his patella tendon in Week 6 of the 2014-2015 season (so, two years ago), and has not made an on-field appearance since that point.

While rehabbing the patella tendon injury that had been previously stated, he tore a calf muscle in 2015, essentially wiping out the entire year from football activities. Both parties have said that the current rehab process is going well, but similar statements were being made last year. Therefore, it's unreasonable to expect Cruz to return to the field any time soon, let alone at a high level.

Cruz, now 29, bursted on the scene four seasons ago when he racked up 1,536 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns. In the three seasons after that, his numbers have taken a sharp decline, as he has put up 2,427 yards with 15 touchdowns in a combined 36 games.

According to a source, his new deal will have a base salary of $1.3 million with the chance to raise that figure to $5.5 million if he fulfills certain incentives. He was originally scheduled to earn $7.9 million next year and count toward almost $10 million in cap space.

I think this is a great move by the Giants because they really don't have that much to lose. Even if Cruz earns his incentives, the most money his deal can reach is $5.5 million, and that is a good market price for a potentially above-average receiver.

The talent is there, but he needs to stay on the field. Time will tell if the 2016-2017 season is a year in the right direction for the former Pro-Bowler. A duo of Odell Beckham Jr and Victor Cruz would certainly be fun, right?