5 most underappreciated NY Giants of all time

4. TE Jeremy Shockey

One of the most polarizing players in franchise history is certainly Jeremy Shockey. Giants fans either love him or hate him, zero in between. The former first-round draft pick was a beast on the field with New York, as he recorded over 4,200 yards during his time in East Rutherford.

Shockey ended up leaving after the 2007 Super Bowl victory, as the front office felt his skillset was no longer needed after not participating in the championship. This left a sour taste in his mouth. Kevin Boss ended up proving to be a good enough replacement, but Shockey's elite numbers can't be ignored.

Now the ending wasn't great, but he exploded onto the scene in his rookie season, as he tallied up 894 receiving yards in 2002. He instantly became a fan favorite, which is why it's so unfortunate his legacy in New York was halted a bit.

The star TE constantly provided the energy on and off the field for New York. Many fans have memories of Shockey getting into to the opposing team's face, as he was always looking to gain an edge over his opponents in any way possible.

If it wern't for a broken leg in Week 17 of the 2007 season, Shockey's legacy in New York could've been completely different. Whether you love or hate his off-the-field antics, there is absolutely no denying that on the field this guy was a beast.