New York Giants: Top 10 All Time WR

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Oct 12, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; The helmet of New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) (not pictured) sits on the field as players stretch during warm ups before a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles defeated the Giants 27-0. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

6. Del Shofner

Del Shofner played with the Giants from 1957-1967. He was a five-time All-Pro and was a Pro-Bowl four times. He led the NFL in receiving yards in 1958 with 1,097 yards. Shofner was far from a one hit wonder, the next two seasons after, he almost has back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons. In 1962, he finished second in receiving touchdowns with 12. He was an extremely consistent player.

Shofner’s personal best season was in 1963. He totaled 1,181 was his career best and it was ranked third overall in the NFL that same year. Shofner didn’t end off his career on a good note, he had a decline in his play due to injuries and illness. He retired in 1968 because the wear and tear of a life in football became too much for him. Shofner is also a member of the 1960s all decade team.

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