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2016 NFL Training Camp: 5 Biggest Roster Wild Cards

By Erik Lambert

Oct 19, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; San Francisco 49ers tackle Anthony Davis (76) lines up against Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 19, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; San Francisco 49ers tackle Anthony Davis (76) lines up against Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 3, 2014; Canton, OH, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) prior to the 2014 Pro Football Hall of Fame game against the Buffalo Bills at Fawcett Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 3, 2014; Canton, OH, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) prior to the 2014 Pro Football Hall of Fame game against the Buffalo Bills at Fawcett Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports /

Victor Cruz (WR, New York Giants)

"“Yeah, 100 percent, going out there today and going against the defense a little bit and having the fans there watching, it was definitely the real day one. It felt good, man. I got through it, didn’t feel have any setbacks, didn’t feel any pain, and now I just build on that.’’"

Things have gone downhill the past few years for Victor Cruz. He hasn’t been anywhere close to the dominant receiving presence he was back in 2010 and 2011. Recurring leg injuries have kept him sidelined since October of 2014. Many wonder if the New York Giants are about ready to pull the plug, but thus far they’ve stayed the course in hopes he can regain his old form and join with emerging star Odell Beckham Jr. Cruz has finally been cleared for practice, which is a welcome sign. Still, with him turning 30-years old and suffering injuries to arguably the worst area possible for a wide receiver, it’s anybody’s guess as to how much he has lost and can regain.

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