Overview
- Dan Duggan of The Athletic warned against crowning Skattebo as RB1, noting a 3.8 yards-per-carry average and four fumbles last season.
- Skattebo’s fourth-quarter fumble in Week 5 was returned 87 yards for a touchdown by Saints safety Jordan Howden in a 26-14 loss.
- Pro Football Reference figures cited show 2.1 yards before contact and 1.7 after contact per attempt, underscoring limited rushing efficiency.
- With Tyrone Tracy Jr. recovering from a shoulder injury, he was listed as limited in practice ahead of Thursday’s game against the Eagles.
- Former Giants receiver Victor Cruz likened Skattebo’s style to Ahmad Bradshaw, reflecting enthusiasm that contrasts with recent analytic caution.