Fansided · Dec 4, 2025
Remembering the Paul Perkins era at running back in 2014 and 2015
UCLA v USC | Harry How/GettyImagesPaul Perkins became a standout in the UCLA Bruins backfield his sophomore and junior seasons. Totaling over 2,900 yards on the ground in 2014 and 2015, with 23 touchdowns to go along with it. He also added 443 yards receiving and three touchdowns. Capping off a great two year run that ended with him being selected in the 5th round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Going to the New York Giants at pick 149. He had a decent rookie season with 112 carries for 456 yards, but not much after before his career ended after 2019.
Recent New York Giants RB picks:
2023 5R #172 - Eric Gray RB (Oklahoma)
2021 6R #196 - Gary Brightwell RB (Arizona)