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Giants Rookie Cam Skattebo’s Red-Zone Fumble Returned 86 Yards Seals 26-14 Loss to Saints

The fourth-round back apologized to fans on X after New York’s five-turnover defeat.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 5: Cam Skattebo #44 of the New York Giants runs the ball during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on October 5, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Logan Bowles/Getty Images)
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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) hands off to running back Cam Skattebo (44) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • On the first play of the fourth quarter at the Saints’ 12-yard line, Cam Skattebo was stripped and safety Jordan Howden ran the fumble back 86 yards for a touchdown.
  • The Giants lost 26-14 in New Orleans, falling to 1-4 while the Saints earned their first win of the season.
  • Skattebo posted, "Sorry giants fans!!! I’ll be better for yall!!!! Love!!!" and told reporters he must protect the ball.
  • He finished with 15 carries for 59 yards and six catches for 45 yards, leading the Giants to 104 total yards from scrimmage.
  • New York committed five straight turnovers after halftime, including two late interceptions and a fumble by rookie QB Jaxson Dart, compounding Skattebo’s giveaway.