Giants offense flips the script to win the day in first padded practice
NY Post
It is usually commonplace for the defense to be ahead of the offense in the first week of training camp and for the action to slow down and swing further toward the defense once players are in shoulder pads.
That was the case early in Monday’s first padded practice, but the tide turned and there were encouraging signs for the offensive line.
The final period focused on the running game, with the offense charged with running out the clock — a first down wins the game.
There were strong runs by Tyrone Tracy, Devin Singletary and rookie Cam Skattebo as the first- and second-team offense succeeded despite the defense knowing running plays were coming.
“It was a good day for the offense,’’ right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor said.
“It’s always good to finish the day like that. It’s a competitive period. Whoever wins that drill basically wins the day, and so the offense got to win today. I’m sure the defense is going to come fired up tomorrow and try to win the day, too.’’
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