One of the major factors that limits the snaps played by a young running back in the NFL is pass protection. Such has been the case for New York Giants’ rookie Paul Perkins this season.
Perkins, though, has seen increased playing time in recent weeks. Given an opportunity this week to discuss the young back’s progress in pass protection, Giants’ offensive coordinator Mike Sullivan leapt at the chance.
“There's the question of the day right there. Paul Perkins was phenomenal. Hopefully this doesn't get blown out of proportion, that we're putting him in Canton, Ohio.