Sunday, February 12, 2023

1978 Profile: Johnny Perkins

Wide Receiver
No. 81
Abilene Christian
"One of the Giants' leading receivers in 1977, his rookie campaign with the club, Johnny had a long gainer of 54 yards last season.
He began his college career at Ranger J.C. in Texas, then transferred to Abilene Christian where he had a dramatic first season. Johnny caught 50 passes for 1,195 yards and 12 touchdowns to lead NAIA receivers during his junior campaign. He specialized in 100- and 200-yard dashes on the Abilene Christian track team."

-1978 Topps No. 311