New York Giants WR Victor Cruz (calf, knee) was glad to be back among his teammates and coaches during the Giants’ first offseason workout Tuesday, April 26. Head coach Ben McAddo is taking it slow with Cruz this offseason, but said he’s ready to practice. Cruz anticipates being the same player he used to be before suffering his prolonged injuries. ‘I’m not in the business to go out there and be half of myself or half of what I was,’ Cruz said. ‘I want to go out there and be 100% and be the same player that I once was.’

Footballguys View: Another day, and another positive report about Cruz. We get it, he’s a fan favorite who is battling back from a serioius knee injury. He may never be the same player he used to be, but we’re cheering for Cruz to at least be an effective starter for the Giants. We’ll know more about how realistic that hope is once training camp gets here.