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Rookie Skattebo’s Injury Strains Giants’ Backfield Depth

Skattebo’s day-to-day designation sets the stage for potential free-agent additions to shore up New York’s backfield.

New York Giants' Cam Skattebo (44) runs the ball during a practice at the team's NFL football training camp in East Rutherford, N.J., Thursday, July 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) runs the ball on day two of training camp at Quest Diagnostics Giants Training Center, July 24, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA.

Overview

  • Cam Skattebo suffered a leg injury setback during Friday’s practice and has been labeled day-to-day by head coach Brian Daboll.
  • The fourth-round rookie had earned first-team reps early in camp with aggressive, versatile running and pass-catching displays.
  • With Skattebo and Rushawn Baker sidelined, the Giants entered Saturday’s team periods with only Tyrone Tracy Jr., Devin Singletary and Dante Miller healthy.
  • General manager Joe Schoen is assessing available free agents to address the thinned depth chart before the preseason opener.
  • Uncertainty over Skattebo’s recovery timeline adds urgency to New York’s roster planning ahead of its August 9 game against the Bills.