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Giants have one underrated playmaker entering a contract year

Originally posted on Empire Sports Media
By Anthony Rivardo | Last updated Apr 11, 2025 1:33 PM ET

The New York Giants have a few budding stars on the offensive side. The unit severely underperformed last season, however, the G-Men are hoping their upgrade at quarterback this offseason can spark growth and propel their playmakers to success.

One of those underrated playmakers is fourth-year slot receiver Wan’Dale Robinson. The 2022 second-round pick has slowly emerged as one of the team’s most crucial players on the offensive side of the ball. Robinson is entering a contract year in 2025, intensifying the pressure he faces to establish himself as an irreplaceable presence in New York’s offense.

Giants WR Wan’Dale Robinson is entering a contract year

Coming off a career year, Robinson is aiming to earn himself a second contract in 2025. He totaled career-highs with 93 receptions and 699 yards in 2024, finishing second on the Giants in receiving. As a slot receiver, it’s easy to overlook Robinson, but he is a crucial member of the offense, gaining ugly yardage underneath and serving as a dependable intermediate receiving option.

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Slot receivers nowadays make a pretty penny. Buffalo Bills WR Khalil Shakir is a perfect example, as he signed a four-year, $53 million deal this offseason, despite never totaling over 900 yards in a season.

Robinson has had similar production, totaling 525 yards in 2023 and 699 yards in 2024 — with one of the worst quarterback rooms in the NFL. His career 176 receptions and 1,451 yards across 38 games are impressive.

With a breakout campaign in 2025, Robinson could be shooting for Shakir money in the 2026 offseason. From the Giants’ perspective, though, they should be diligent in the upcoming NFL Draft, adding a rookie playmaker who could potentially step up in case Robinson departs next offseason.

Robinson is a sharp route runner and a shifty runner after the catch. With Russell Wilson under center, the Giants will hope that his skill set can finally be maximized.

This article first appeared on Empire Sports Media and was syndicated with permission.

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