Honestly thought that was Pagano pacing the sideline. Reich should know better.
— Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) August 21, 2018
You don't "protect" a QB by passing on 1st down. You "protect" him by not forcing him into 3rd & long obvious pass situations.
1st down is the most efficient time to pass: https://t.co/YzCpkHTnGa