Paul Perkins released, Giants claim (another) tight end

One of the last Jerry Reese draft picks remaining on the New York Giants’ roster was released on Tuesday to make room for tight end Kaden Smith.

After four rocky years, in which the runningback peaked early, Paul Perkins time as a Giant is officially over. Perkins surprisingly made the 53-man roster after a decent pre-season, but now finds himself looking for work for the first time in his NFL career.

It was clear that Perkins was not-likely going to be a factor on this team, as the ‘back failed to dress for either of the first two games. Pat Shurmur and Dave Gettleman clearly feel confident enough (and they should) in Wayne Gallman’s ability to spell Saquon Barkley, which shouldn’t be needed…