Perkins was prohibited from team OTAs and spring workouts due to the NFL’s rule stating all rookies must complete their academic requirements before joining team activities. Amidst the final exam studying and workouts, Perkins was able to stay in the loop.
“I had an iPad with all the plays and a script with what they were doing each day,” Perkins said. “And then (running backs) coach (Craig) Johnson would call me periodically throughout the week to see how I was doing – and coach (Ben) McAdoo, as well.”
The fifth-round rookie RB has plenty of catching up to do, but this year there are plenty of veteran Giant running backs to help answer questions.