The finalizing of Sterling Shepard’s four-year, $41 million extension shows the path the New York Giants are taking moving forward in 2019. Solidifying the offense and ensuring the receiving corps is built through was a priority for the front office. Securing both Shepard for the long-term and Golden Tate for four years indicates that they believe the duo can be effective consistently.
While the money invested in Tate ($37.5M) might seem like a lot, he’s a savvy veteran that brings toughness and leadership to the team. Yes, we’ve heard that before with Jonathan Stewart, but Tate can actually be an impact player.