Despite their many ups and downs over the last decade, the New York Giants have always enjoyed good production from the slot receiver position. From Steve Smith’s 107 catches for 1,220 yards and 7 touchdowns in 2009 through Victor Cruz’s explosion onto the scene, and the start to Sterling Shepard’s career, the Giants have rarely lacked a good, reliable receiver in the slot.
Unfortunately, they haven’t had the same consistent success on the outside. And over the last couple years — and last year in particular — their production from the wide receiver position has waned.