As the Giants look to lock up a playoff appearance for the first time since the 2011 season on Thursday night, veteran receiver Victor Cruz will be returning to the field that almost ended his career over two years ago.
In October 2014, Cruz tore his patella tendon attempting a touchdown catch in the end zone on fourth and goal. The resulting surgery sidelined him for the rest of 2014. Coming into training camp this season, there was speculation if he could be half of the player he was prior to the injury. For a player like Cruz, who relies on quick cuts and bursts of speed, any knee injury could be detrimental to his production.