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Giants’ star trade acquisition needed a change of scenery

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TE Darren Waller celebrates a big play for the Las Vegas Raiders.

The New York Giants pulled off a blockbuster trade for TE Darren Waller this offseason, giving their offense the elite playmaker it has been seeking. After signing a $51 million contract extension in September, the Las Vegas Raiders shipped Waller off six months later in exchange for the Giants’ third-round draft pick, a welcomed move for the dynamic playmaker.

“Waller is excited for a fresh start in the NFL’s largest market,” according to ESPN’s Jordan Raanan. One source close to Waller described the opportunity to play for the Giants as a “breath of fresh air” for the star tight end.