When Giants general manager Dave Gettleman insisted in the team's parting message to Beckham that the organization had a plan, the acquisition of a possession receiver like Tate was probably the first step to recovery. It's no secret that Eli Manning doesn't have the arm strength or downfield accuracy he once had, making Beckham's game-breaking abilities less of a threat as time wore on. The organization's commitment to Manning has necessitated, in the front office's mind, a change in philosophy on offense, prioritizing the running game led by NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Saquon Barkley and possession receiving.