Victor Cruz nears New York Giants return

New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz has admitted that he is desperate to return to training ahead of the new season.

The 28-year-old suffered a serious knee injury last October and missed most of the season. However, he is set to return for week one of the 2015 campaign.

He told the Giants' official website: "Yeah, I am itching. I can't lie. I am itching. I am running routes and feeling good, but I know there is still a process and I am still a little ways away in terms of strength-wise and things like that.

"It feels good and watching those guys run routes and catch balls, I am definitely itching to get back out there."

Cruz has 24 touchdowns in 55 games.