Giants Reportedly Release WR Victor Cruz; Eagles Fans React
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The New York Giants have released veteran wide receiver Victor Cruz, according to multiple reports.
Victor Cruz released by Giants: https://t.co/pflnMnfQ1L (via @KimJonesSports) pic.twitter.com/ksAQIj4TkI
— NFL (@NFL) February 13, 2017
The Giants will save $7.5 million in cap space by releasing the 30-year-old receiver.
#Giants will save $7.5m ($6.4m base, $1m in roster bonuses, $100k in workout bonus) in cap space. https://t.co/T3x3skXqY0
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) February 13, 2017
Of course, this adds another potential target for the Eagles, who are reportedly in the market for a reliable, veteran wide receiver.
94WIP's Ike Reese tweeted that he does not want the Eagles to pursue Cruz, prompting widespread opinions from Eagles fans.
Let me be clear, I do NOT want Victor Cruz!!!
— Ike Reese (@Ike58Reese) February 13, 2017
No more Giant WR's retreads needed here in Philly
— Hash (@Hashzilla) February 13, 2017
do you think Cruz still hungry for another go, he does have the hands and can catch
— FADED (@MFAM_Faded) February 13, 2017
His burst is gone. Stay away!
— Joe Giglio (@JoeGiglioSports) February 13, 2017
The other Steve Smith 2.0
— Uncle Kev (@KevBarDMV) February 13, 2017
what? Explain. Inform. Enlighten.
— Rick Turner (@rickymturner) February 13, 2017
Reese is a co-host on the 94WIP Carlin & Reese Show weekdays from 2-6pm.