Retired New York Giants
wide receiver Victor Cruz
isn't surprised that John Harbaugh, fresh off his tenure with the Baltimore Ravens
, chose to become the 21st head coach of the Giants despite other opportunities and the team's ongoing challenges.
In a recent interview with FanSided
, Cruz highlighted the franchise's deep appeal as the key factor in Harbaugh's decision. He pointed to the Giants' storied legacy and the unique draw of coaching in the nation's biggest market.
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"I wasn't surprised at all. I think when you look at, obviously, the pedigree of the New York Giants
and the history and the allure of playing in New York, and I'm sure part of him wants to be the one to bring that team and organization back in the conversation, back to relevancy on a major scale, and I think he wanted to take that challenge," Cruz said.
Cruz emphasized that Harbaugh, a Super Bowl-winning coach with a proven track record, sees significant upside in turning around a historic organization with untapped roster potential.
This aligns with Cruz's recent optimism about the Giants' direction, including his praise for new offensive coordinator Matt Nagy's hire as a step toward making the team " a force in the NFC
" with a balanced, downfield-pushing attack.
For Cruz, Harbaugh's choice reflects a desire to restore greatness in a high-profile setting rather than opt for easier paths elsewhere.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire:
Victor Cruz breaks down obvious reason John Harbaugh chose Giants
