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Victor Cruz sees New York Giants being a 'force' with Matt Nagy as OC
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Victor Cruz believes that the New York Giants are destined to return to prominence in 2026.
Cruz played six seasons for the Giants (2010-14, 2016). The UMass product won one Super Bowl with the franchise in 2011. As one of the most beloved Giants players in recent memory, Cruz has been vocal about the team following his retirement from the NFL in 2018.
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Speakingto the New York Post Sports, Cruz expressed optimism over the Giants with Matt Nagy as their new offensive coordinator:
"I think he's a great offensive mind," Cruz said. "I think the things he's done in his short time in Chicago is what I remember him the most at, although he didn't have ultimately success there. But I think what I saw offensively was that he's a guy that pushes the ball downfield; a guy that is a balanced offense, which is what we need. I think we have the tools to be a force in the NFC this year. . . I think Matt Nagy can bring us there."
Nagy was the offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs ' generational offense led by two-time NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes from 2023-25. The Chiefs mastered getting the ball down the field to wide receiver Tyreek Hill as well as tight end Travis Kelce , on their way to two Super Bowl wins (2024-25).
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Nagy inherits a Giants offense led by Offensive Rookie of the Year finalist Jaxson Dart as well as two 1,000-yard receivers ( Malik Nabers , Wan'Dale Robinson). Nagy brings a championship pedigree to the young unit ahead of their second season, with Dart leading the way.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Victor Cruz sees New York Giants being a 'force' with Matt Nagy as OC
