In so many words, Mike Shula had to say it at least three times in a short span Friday: It’s still early.
But after seeing the way Daniel Jones unleashed a perfect 50-yard pass down the sideline to Paul Perkins on Thursday, the Giants offensive coordinator was just one of many still gushing about the rookie a day later.
“To hit a halfback like that down the field was pretty impressive for any quarterback, rookie or veteran,” Shula said.
“DJ, he’s a player,” Saquon Barkley added. “I know you guys saw that dime over there to Perk, who made an unbelievable catch.