NYG WR Steve Smith wants more money

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rotoworld,
Steve Smith would like a new contract, but he's not going to hold out of training camp to get it.

Smith is scheduled to make just $550,000 in the final year of his rookie contract. That's a pretty modest salary considering he easily broke the franchise's single-season record for receptions last year with 107. The Giants would like to give Smith an extension, but the timing is poor because of the "30 percent" rule. Smith believes he deserves Greg Jennings money (four years, $26.8 million), but he's less proven -- especially as a playmaker -- than Jennings was at the time of his extension. Jul. 8 -
Source: New York Post

 

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The cbssports.com spin on the story.

Giants WR Steve Smith wants a new long-term contract, but told the New York Post that he will not hold out of training camp. Smith is coming off of a monster third year, catching 107 passes for 1,220 yards and seven touchdowns. Smith's agent told the paper that there are currently no negotiations. "It's bad timing for me to be doing well in the National Football League," he said. "I deserve to at least be getting what these other players in the NFL are getting, like a Greg Jennings, at least."

Analysis: We love that Smith isn't planning a holdout and staying committed to the team. Smith is entering a contract year, so motivation will be strong for him to do well and earn a huge deal next offseason. We can't help but like Smith based on his huge role in the Giants' offense and the fact that he wants to add the deep ball to his repertoire this year. He's a solid value with a pick in Round 3 (PPR) or 4 (standard scoring) in drafts this summer.