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Bears Release Paterson Native And Wide Receiver Victor Cruz: Reports
Cruz, 30, has had a history of injuries.
Paterson native and former New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz has been released by the Chicago Bears, according to multiple media reports.
The Record was the first to break the story.
BREAKING: The #Bears are releasing former @Giants WR Victor Cruz, per source.
— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) September 1, 2017
Cruz, 30, was a dynamic playmaker, Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion, and a fan favorite when he played for the Giants. He was known for his salsa dances in the end zone after he'd score a touchdown.
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Cruz had a career high of 1,536 yards in 2011 and 10 touchdowns in 2010.
Injuries later hampered his career. He missed the entire 2015 season with a knee injury.
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The Giants cut Cruz in February.
The Giants have released Victor Cruz, who led the NFL in yards per route run in 2011, but struggled with injuries in recent years. pic.twitter.com/7LC1v8Tndg
— Pro Football Focus (@PFF) February 13, 2017
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Photo: Victor Cruz, No. 80, of the Chicago Bears is tackled by Adoree' Jackson of the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium on Aug. 27 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images Sport/Getty Images)
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