Cam Skattebo’s season has been underwhelming, with the running back barely cracking the top 20 in rushing yards. With this in mind, the New York Giants reportedly moved ahead with the idea of pursuing a new tailback ahead of the trade deadline this week.
The effort was unsuccessful, despite aggressive attempts by the team’s front office, which means they will have to make do with Skattebo at least through the end of the year. However, one has to wonder how the fact that his team was actively trying to find a replacement, or at least someone to compete with him, affects him.
Apparently not much, considering Skattebo’s comments to the media on Thursday, admitting that he understands his team’s misgivings:
“I would be skeptical, too, if my running back was going for 60 yards a game and not really exploding out. I’m still getting comfortable. I’m still learning how to play football in this league. I’ve been that guy. They know what I’m capable of. They know what I can do. … When I come out and I’m ready to play football, I can be one of the most dangerous backs in the league. Simple as that.”
Skattebo has recorded just 418 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 98 carries. He’s averaging 4.3 yards per carry. He has reached 100 yards rushing only once, against the Houston Texans towards the end of October.
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Cam Skattebo has a lot to prove on Thursday Night Football
Cam Skattebo has an opportunity to redeem himself on Thursday night, as the Giants take on their NFC East rival, the Washington Commanders. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, it’s a moment in which he has a lot to prove:
“(I) Expect a lot of Cam Skattebo,” Fowler said.
The “Thursday Night Football” encounter against the Commanders (2-5-1) is key for the NFC East-leading Giants (5-2-1) in their pursuit of postseason football.
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