Giants QBs wearing helmet cams
[object Object] Credit: Newsday/Joe Epstein quarterback Ryan Perrilloux #17, who had a video camera mounted to his helmet during training camp at the Timex Performance Center. (Aug. 20, 2011)
In the old days -- like a week ago -- a quarterback would come to the sideline after a play and the coaches would ask him: "What did you see?" That question is no longer needed. Now the staff can just wait until after practice and see it for themselves.
The Giants have begun strapping small digital cameras to the helmets of their quarterbacks. Fourth-stringer Ryan Perrilloux was the first to get strapped up with the $300 device.
Only 25¢ for 5 months
In the old days -- like a week ago -- a quarterback would come to the sideline after a play and the coaches would ask him: "What did you see?" That question is no longer needed. Now the staff can just wait until after practice and see it for themselves.
The Giants have begun strapping small digital cameras to the helmets of their quarterbacks. Fourth-stringer Ryan Perrilloux was the first to get strapped up with the $300 device.
"It's definitely a good deal," said Perrilloux, who added that he didn't even feel the lightweight camera. "To me, this is the first time we can get it from the quarterback's view, just exactly what we're seeing."
There are some glitches to be worked out. When Perrilloux removes his helmet and puts it back on, the angle of the camera shifts. And Tom Coughlin said the images were murky. "Not as clear as I was hoping," he said.
Still, there is some potential. Perrilloux could be joined by others with cameras on their helmets. Even defensive coordinator Perry Fewell has expressed an interest in putting them on his linebackers or safeties.
Barden still not ready
Ramses Barden, who has been on PUP since the start of camp after having ankle surgery in February, said he's feeling better but still has no time frame for a return.
"I'm leaving that up to the trainers," he said. "I know that when I get back, I just want to pick up where I left off last year."
Giant steps
CB Terrell Thomas missed practice with a sore leg, but he and fellow starter Corey Webster (bereavement) are expected to be available for the game Monday night . . . Coughlin said the starters will play 25-30 snaps against the Bears.