Chris Godwin

Just as others lamented CY's performance last night, despite some production those critical drops were negatives for Godwin. Add to that, I think he's been hurt off and on the past few seasons. Given that he's going to have a hefty price tag, I'm in the no thanks camp for Godwin.

him over both Robinson (attitude / health) and Galloway (health).

I think his numbers are down a bit this year simply due to the too many mouths to feed down in Tampa plus he was a little banged up (concussion, hammy, finger) this year but nothing major

I like him a lot and would be a good fit here IMO and would likely be cheaper than some of the others mentioned and still an upgrade over someone like Corey Davis who has been mentioned as a FA WR possibility.

Not sure what Tampa's cap looks like...they may re-sign him or tag him if they can fit him under the cap.

In comment 15117084 Mdgiantsfan said:

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Just as others lamented CY's performance last night, despite some production those critical drops were negatives for Godwin. Add to that, I think he's been hurt off and on the past few seasons. Given that he's going to have a hefty price tag, I'm in the no thanks camp for Godwin.

He had a huge 2019 and what I like is the age. At 25 he could grow with the nucleus of the team. He had a bad game yesterday, but he has notoriously good hands. He’s gonna get to redeem himself next week. The TB offense has been trial by fire mixing all that talent and incoropraring Brady and Arians.

but I was watching that game thinking imagine if he had guys like Evans and Godwin to throw to?

Godwin or CDavis.

I will say this if you want younger big play ability then Godwin adn Davis BUT, you then have to live with drops as both are prone to a lot.

If you want hands, size and a difference to your WR stable then Robinson (who I like a ton) and Golladay.

Godwin has good hands. He had a bad game yesterday. Evans had more drops this year than Godwin.

Godwin had 3 drops last night...must have been infuriating to TB and Tampa faithful. But he is a very good WR. I just think that we need SIZE at WR, and that will help the unit as a whole. Jamarr Chase or Allen Robinson ( but only if price is right for the NYG long term. Put the money into Williams and Tomlinson.

but I think out of all of the FA WR’s, he’s the one who will get paid. He’s good, but I wouldn’t want to pay him $18-20M/yr.

he's still just 24 years old and TB is going to have a lot of trouble fitting him in on a big contract. Skillset wise he's able to do just about everything. He played with Barkley at PSU and is supposedly just as mature/hardworking as Barkley (who has been a model leader).

And on top of all that a slightly down year should keep his price reasonable with respect to the rest of the WR market. Gotta think Robinson will be the most in demand.

If we were trying to find a James Bradberry type signing this offseason I think Godwin is it.

In comment 15117116 Pete in CO said:

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Godwin had 3 drops last night...must have been infuriating to TB and Tampa faithful. But he is a very good WR. I just think that we need SIZE at WR, and that will help the unit as a whole. Jamarr Chase or Allen Robinson ( but only if price is right for the NYG long term. Put the money into Williams and Tomlinson.

Godwin is 6'1 215. Hes basically the size Hakeem Nicks.

he can play outside or inside. He runs great routes. Can make the catch through contact. Doesn't fumble. Can run after the catch. Relatively young. Good speed.

Instead of breaking the bank on Robinson or Golladay(i wouldn't hate signing either of those guys) Godwin might be our best FA bet.

I don't like the idea of signing another small WR like Tate or Shepard. I understand Tate will likely be cut but Shepard has proven to be ineffective from the outside because he consistently falls down on routes and has trouble locating balls thrown over his shoulder.

In comment 15117186 Thunderstruck27 said:

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he can play outside or inside. He runs great routes. Can make the catch through contact. Doesn't fumble. Can run after the catch. Relatively young. Good speed. Instead of breaking the bank on Robinson or Golladay(i wouldn't hate signing either of those guys) Godwin might be our best FA bet. I don't like the idea of signing another small WR like Tate or Shepard. I understand Tate will likely be cut but Shepard has proven to be ineffective from the outside because he consistently falls down on routes and has trouble locating balls thrown over his shoulder.

I get the feeling that Godwin will cash in the biggest of any of the receivers.

see both Robinson and Golliday getting tagged. The Bears made it to the playoffs and the Lions WR cupboard is bare as their top targets are all UFAs. No way Chicago or Detroit just let those guys walk.

Personally I'm wary of guys like Godwin and Davis. Why? While I like their size and the skillset they could bring, they were the 2nd option in their respective offenses. The question becomes do they have it in them to move on to another team and take the steps necessary to become THE GUY? Last thing we need is an Alvin Harper situation

But if we do sign one, he would be my pick.

ia a #1 receiver, Robinson is and Golloway may be.

In comment 15117114 vette222184 said:

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Godwin has good hands. He had a bad game yesterday. Evans had more drops this year than Godwin.

The internet loves recency bias. Giants are tricked because they didnt pick AJ Brown, Josh Allen and DK Metcalf. No other teams passed and there wasn't questionable boxes for two of them.

for the Giants and they would be a big upgrade its not who would you take its who will want to come play for the Giants. So whoever is good with me.

In comment 15117186 Thunderstruck27 said:

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he can play outside or inside. He runs great routes. Can make the catch through contact. Doesn't fumble. Can run after the catch. Relatively young. Good speed. Instead of breaking the bank on Robinson or Golladay(i wouldn't hate signing either of those guys) Godwin might be our best FA bet.

Godwin is not going to be any bargain. But you describe his game well and better than the OP, who oddly says Godwin isn't physical. CG is a very physical and tough.

I don't think we need any of these top tier guys. Never underestimate the secondary market with guys like Bourne, Agholor, Samuel, D.Robinson...

Don't want Godwin, who has had over 2100 yards and 16 TDs in the last two seasons (26 games).

Our best receiver is Sterling Shepard.

Godwin would be an amazing get.

In comment 15117331 allstarjim said:

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Don't want Godwin, who has had over 2100 yards and 16 TDs in the last two seasons (26 games). Our best receiver is Sterling Shepard. Godwin would be an amazing get.

I thought I was crazy I would absolutely love to have him

Shephard would be awesome. But I think he gets huge dollars.

In comment 15117410 chopperhatch said:

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Shephard would be awesome. But I think he gets huge dollars.

There are enough good Wr's out there that 1 of them won't be able to get huge dollars. I'd guess Robinson and Godwin are going to be in high demand. Golladay, Juju, and Davis less so. I'd be surprised if one of them doesn't end up here and I think Golladay and Godwin are the 2 most likely (Robinson possible too).

In comment 15117454 Eric on Li said:

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In comment 15117410 chopperhatch said: Quote: Shephard would be awesome. But I think he gets huge dollars. There are enough good Wr's out there that 1 of them won't be able to get huge dollars. I'd guess Robinson and Godwin are going to be in high demand. Golladay, Juju, and Davis less so. I'd be surprised if one of them doesn't end up here and I think Golladay and Godwin are the 2 most likely (Robinson possible too).

I really dont want Davis. He seems apathetic and nicked up very often. Would love Godwin. Golloday gets paid too. I really like the idea of Samuel as a mid-priced guy.

and if i'm paying big money i want to make sure i'm getting an alpha

In comment 15117131 chopperhatch said:

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In comment 15117116 Pete in CO said: Quote: Godwin had 3 drops last night...must have been infuriating to TB and Tampa faithful. But he is a very good WR. I just think that we need SIZE at WR, and that will help the unit as a whole. Jamarr Chase or Allen Robinson ( but only if price is right for the NYG long term. Put the money into Williams and Tomlinson. Godwin is 6'1 215. Hes basically the size Hakeem Nicks.

I stand corrected. And...I think Chase is 6’1” - 200. They’re both in the same ballpark, size-wise.

In comment 15117582 GiantsFan84 said:

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and if i'm paying big money i want to make sure i'm getting an alpha

Agreed. I don't know if he's a #1, he's banged up a lot and his drops are a concern.

Draft them and grow your own. But for a change of pace try drafting good ones.

Draft them and grow your own. But for a change of pace try drafting good ones.

In comment 15117937 Giant John said:

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Draft them and grow your own. But for a change of pace try drafting good ones.

That is the best approach....but we kinda need another one right NOW. I am actually okay with getting a mid level FA like Samuel and seeing if we can get a good prospect in round 1 or 2.

Bucs are in a decent cap position and obviously in win-now mode.

They'll have decisions to make, but I think they can keep Godwin and Barrett if they really want to

Robinson- too expensive IMO

Golladay- not quite as expensive, but don't love signing a 28 year old receiver with injury history. Also doesn't seperate well

Corey Davis- he's a number 2 WR, too inconsistent to be a #1 imo. There are stretches of games where he just dissappears. But at least has upside to ascend at his age.

Godwin- Like Godwin, not sure he makes it to FA.

Samuel- versatile and can get open, not a true #1. But for the right price tag he would be a great help to this offense and he's also young and really trending up last 8 weeks of 2020.

Juju- Also young. Pitt in a tough cap spot, may have to let him walk. He's a good player, not a top tier guy though.
He does seem to fit the Giants mantra- tough guy, competitive, and one of the better blocking WR's too. Surprised we don't hear his name more on these boards

In comment 15118164 Breeze_94 said:

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Robinson- too expensive IMO Golladay- not quite as expensive, but don't love signing a 28 year old receiver with injury history. Also doesn't seperate well Corey Davis- he's a number 2 WR, too inconsistent to be a #1 imo. There are stretches of games where he just dissappears. But at least has upside to ascend at his age. Godwin- Like Godwin, not sure he makes it to FA. Samuel- versatile and can get open, not a true #1. But for the right price tag he would be a great help to this offense and he's also young and really trending up last 8 weeks of 2020. Juju- Also young. Pitt in a tough cap spot, may have to let him walk. He's a good player, not a top tier guy though. He does seem to fit the Giants mantra- tough guy, competitive, and one of the better blocking WR's too. Surprised we don't hear his name more on these boards

I don’t think Judge would touch JuJu with a 10 foot pole just based on his attitude. He seems more concerned about talking during the week and doing Tik Tok videos than playing ball. Steelers can’t wait to get rid of him. He also hasn’t been nearly as effective of late.

...what he did at CB and ILB last year in free agency. Nobody on BBI (or the media) was talking up Bradberry and Martinez as free agent targets and they turned out to be homerun additions.

We don't follow any of these receivers game in and game out, nor do we know much about their character. Gettleman will watch tons of film and do his due diligence. All we can do is hope he gets the one he likes best at a reasonable price.

But IMO he is the best of the group of potential FA WR's. I also think he'd cost too much to bring here. Like others I like the idea of bringing in Samuel as a mid tier guy to pair with a first or second round WR in the draft (hopefully one of Chase, Waddle or Smith).

I had been warming to the idea of Corey Davis, but he disappeared in their playoff game this weekend going catchless.

Will be interesting to see who they end up targeting, if anyone at all.