I hate to see Shockey traded. He was such a fan favorite in Giants camp at Albany, by far the most fan-friendly player, signing autographs for 20 minutes after each session and making a game of it. No wonder seemingly more than half the fans of all ages were sporting #80 jerseys.
The Giants have out thought this. It's understandable for fans to over react with nonsense based on a few outcomes that the team is better off without him. A front office is supposed to know better. Now they'll find out otherwise. You don't give up on a special talent at that age. The defense won that Super Bowl more than the offense or any change at the TE position.