There had been plenty of speculation regarding the New York Giants' future plans for tight end Evan Engram this offseason. Despite all the rumors swirling about a potential trade, it appears they may have been blown out of proportion.

According to Paul Schwartz of the New York Post reports, the Giants never seriously considered parting ways with him:

Evan Engram is returning for a fourth season with the Giants, and no, the new coaching regime did not consider dumping him. There is no doubt Engram is a polarizing player to Giants fans. His skill-set is enthralling, but his inability to stay on the field is frustrating. We get it. But he comes cheaply this year ($1.9 million in base salary), and he has loads of talent.

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The Giants have ushered in some significant changes to their coaching staff this offseason, and many speculated how much of an impact it would have on the team's existing personnel. Although Engram has not provided much of a sample size for the new regime, it seems there was too much upside with Engram to let him go.

There is no question that when healthy, Engram is one of the most talented, receiving tight ends in the league. Unfortunately, his track record with injuries leaves much to be desired, a league where the best ability is availability. Although the Giants may have committed to keeping I'm around for the 2020 NFL season, it remains to be seen if he will be part of their long-term plans amid the ongoing rebuild.