Keep it simple. New York Giants special teams coordinator Michael Ghobrial said on Thursday he believes that is the best approach as teams around the NFL adapt to the league’s new kickoff rule.
“I think everybody has this notion that you can do so much with this kickoff return scheme, and you’re drawing up, I mean, for example, I’ve drawn up 50 returns,” Ghobrial said. “Now, does that mean that I’ll be able to have all 50 come into action? I don’t believe so. I think, ultimately, the foundational piece of your kickoff return scheme has to start simple. I think a lot of people will be simple to start in preseason, and that will ultimately tell you how complex you can get with your scheme in a…
