Dec 30, 2018; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Cody Latimer (12) catches a pass against Dallas Cowboys cornerback Anthony Brown (30) during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Giants will head into training camp with the top two receivers on the team solidified, however, the No. 3 spot is up for grabs.
Options like Corey Coleman, Cody Latimer, and Russell Shepard all present forms of quality in their own specific ways. Coleman is a former first-round pick with solid hands, Latimer is a speedy wideout that can get behind the defense, and Shepard is a bigger body that can bring in contested balls.
I believe that Latimer will be the player to earn the No. 3 receiver spot behind Sterling Shepard and Golden Tate. The former Bronco had his second-best season to date last year, racking up 190 yards and a score over just six games. Latimer succumbed to injury in 2018, limiting his production on the field, but with a full bill of health, he is looking to finally break out in 2019.
A 68.8% catch rate and17.3 yards-per-reception total presents optimism for the 26-year-old pass catcher. I wouldn’t necessarily rule out Coleman to earn the starting job, but I imagine Latimer is better equipped considering his resume and experience.
Head coach Pat Shurmur will surely look to utilize Latimer in the long-game as his speed is an asset that can tantalize defenses at times.
Nonetheless–
John Fennelly (Giants Wire) – Giants already using Ryan Connelly tape to teach proper technique
Dan Schneier (247 Sports) – The 10 New York Giants players most likely to break out in 2019
Paul Schwartz (NY Post) – Antoine Bethea is perfect for Giants’ defensive overhaul
Ed Valentine (Big Blue View) – Giants’ 90-man roster: Eric Dungey trying to make transition to hybrid role
Alexander Wilson (Empire Sports Media) – New York Giants: What Kevin Zeitler can do for the offensive line
This post was published on 2019-05-31 06:30
