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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo, a second-year RB whose rookie season ended early due to a broken leg and dislocated ankle, said he will avoid risky backflips off the field after a near-disastrous attempt at Fanatics Fest and coaching feedback from head coach John Harbaugh. Skattebo stated 'Obviously I do some dumb things here and there, but I learned from it' and 'Will I go and do that backflip again? Probably not,' though he did not rule out flipping as a touchdown celebration.

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Cam Skattebo on his backflips "Obviously, I do some dumb things here and there. But I learn from it ... Will I do that backflip again? Probably not."

PositiveNewsJul 31, 2026SleeperNFL

Cam Skattebo on his backflips: "Obviously, I do some dumb things here and there. But I learn from it ... Will I do that backflip again? Probably not."

NegativeInjuryJul 31, 2026SleeperNFL

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Vocal, high-energy player drawing attention for his demeanor on Day 2. Vegas has taken him off the boards for odds on who is involved in the first fight of camp due to his chattiness. The source notes 'He was talking a LOT today' and warns that 'Pads will be coming on next week,' suggesting his intensity and communication style could escalate once contact drills intensify.

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“Cam Skattebo looks 100%” [Quoted](

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Giants beat @art_stapleton on Cam Skattebo: "The idea of this gruesome ankle and lower leg injury from the Philly game last year is really gone. He looks 100 percent." (via @PatMcAfeeShow)

PositiveUsageJul 30, 2026Zain Dhanani

We don’t know the snap distribution, but Cam Skattebo and Darius Slayton were with the 1st team offense as expected Tracy caught a pass from Dart, so he’s getting 1st team work too (unsure how much) Take: Late Giants best ball dart throw WR is Slayton for me Via @DDuggan21

PositiveUsageJul 30, 2026Zain Dhanani

Other Giants quick Hitters on Skattebo and Likely: Cam Skattebo was the 1st RB with the 1st team (as expected) Isaiah Likely got a ton of middle of field targets from Dart

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Cam Skattebo (ankle) is "good to go" in training camp.

PositiveNewsJul 29, 2026SleeperNFL

Giants RB Cam Skattebo is “good to go” for training camp, per Joe Schoen.

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Giants GM Joe Schoen responds to Cam Skattebo's flip: "He knows we'd rather him not do that."

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Cam Skattebo is "good to go" for training camp, per GM Joe Schoen.

PositiveUsageJul 28, 2026Zain Dhanani

Two separate reports signaling Cam Skattebo’s backfield split with Tyrone Tracy is not necessarily figured out yet Take: Still think at the very least he gets most of the high value touches (receptions & GL)

PositiveNewsJul 27, 2026Ryan Heath

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The same list by actual FPG: 1. Christian McCaffrey - 22.7 2. Jahmyr Gibbs - 22.3 3. Bijan Robinson - 21.0 4. Derrick Henry - 20.1 5. Jonathan Taylor - 19.8 6. Joe Mixon - 19.6 7. Cam Skattebo - 19.3 8. Saquon Barkley - 18.7

Authors' league winner pick (RB19 ADP); Giants rebuilt OL, offense identity is run game, Jaxson Dart openly telling media Skattebo is focal point; defense good enough to keep games in script; volume scary. Community mixed: Skattebo easy league winner only because ADP hasn't caught up—in actual drafts/mocks going late 3rd-early 4th (closer to RB16); was on crazy pace before injury. Major red flag: serious leg injury recovery; runs like maniac, biggest injury red flag ever seen. Authors counter: seems healthy, recovered well per reports, cleanest path to elite volume. Community concern: injury risk outweighs upside.

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Skattebo's ADP may face downward pressure due to a recent backflip incident on a leg broken nine months prior, combined with a documented pattern of reckless behavior (head-banging in college, now head injury from the backflip). The source notes that early-round drafters in July are already aware of his personality and risk profile, suggesting the market may have already priced in some of this volatility; the question is whether the backflip incident specifically triggers a half-round to full-round ADP drop among informed drafters.

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I might just be feeding into the over reactions to this video But I do genuinely get some bad vibes from this hiring paired with Matt Nagy And I’ve done a lot of soul searching recently on whether I truly want to invest in Cam Skattebo or Jaxson Dart this year I made a comparison earlier in the offseason, that Giants fans countered with some decent points, that if any team is going to follow in the footsteps of the 2025 Raiders, it’s this team

PositiveNewsJul 21, 2026SleeperNFL

John Harbaugh on Cam Skattebo's backflip attempt: "Dude, at least stick it, you know what I mean? Land the thing if you're gonna do it." (@BleavNetwork)

PositiveNewsJul 20, 2026Matt Harmon

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3 NEW RB PROFILES ARE LIVE 🏈 -Cam Skattebo -Quinshon Judkins -Woody Marks [Retweeted](

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RBs who accounted for the highest percentage of team touches inside the 10-yard line in healthy games in 2025: 64% - CMC 64% - Derrick Henry 59% - Josh Jacobs 59% - Quinshon Judkins 58% - Cam Skattebo 53% - Jonathan Taylor 53% - Zach Charbonnet 50% - Ashton Jeanty

In his 2025 rookie season, Skattebo recorded 401 rushing yards on 100 carries (4.1 yards per carry) in limited action before a devastating ankle injury cut his season short.

PositiveProjectionJul 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

With new head coach John Harbaugh's reputation for installing bruising, run-first offenses, a healthy Skattebo is expected to factor significantly into the Giants' offensive scheme in 2026.

PositiveRoleJul 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cam Skattebo is expected to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season after recovering from his ankle injury, with reports indicating he has already participated in positional drills at Giants OTAs.

PositiveInjuryJul 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Skattebo is rehabbing a leg injury, with a cautionary note about not doing dumb things during the rehabilitation process.

NegativeInjuryJul 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Skattebo plays running back for the Giants and is expected to take significant physical risks when returning to game action with hitting and tackling.

NegativeRoleJul 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Skattebo suffered a season-ending ankle injury in November that included a dislocated ankle and tibia fracture. He has since healed from the injury.

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Cam Skattebo on his backflips: “I will not hurt myself before the season." (@Anthony_Rivardo)

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Cam Skattebo yesterday: backflip Today: "I'm just gonna keep being me ... if they wanna say I'm braindead, then who cares fuck it."

PositiveNewsJul 19, 2026SleeperNFL

"I'm just gonna keep being me ... if they wanna say I'm braindead, then who cares f*ck it." - Cam Skattebo

PositiveNewsJul 19, 2026Zain Dhanani

For better or for worse, Cam Skattebo essentially said he’s not changing who he is Who he is got him here and led to the attitude he plays with on the field

Subject of analysis questioning whether to fully sell on him as a 2026 fantasy option.

PositiveProjectionJul 18, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Skattebo's return from injury is cited as a key component of the Giants' offensive improvement going forward. Despite both Nabers and Skattebo being out in 2025, the offense scored 22.4 PPG (16th in league, up from 16.1 in 2024), and their return is expected to drive further gains alongside new coaching and Mauigoa's addition.

PositiveRoleJul 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Skattebo has competition for touches with capable backup Tyrone Tracy, but the Giants did not add anyone notable at the RB position so last season's workloads should be informative for 2026.

PositiveRoleJul 17, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

The Giants added a first-round offensive lineman in the draft which could be a significant upgrade that benefits Skattebo, who should still see plenty of high-value touches and has upside to be even better if efficiency improves.

PositiveRoleJul 17, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Skattebo is extremely good at generating fantasy points when on the field, racking up 7 TDs and 24 receptions in just 8 games and finishing as RB9 in half PPR points per game.

PositiveProjectionJul 17, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Skattebo is ranked RB19 in Fantasy Life consensus and 48th overall, 5.5 spots below his current ADP in the middle of the fourth round, offering decent value as a player who has shown top-10 fantasy back potential when healthy.

PositiveValueJul 17, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Composite ADP ranks Skattebo as RB20; the source ranks him RB18 and a late third rounder, 10 picks above composite. As a rookie, he finished 7th in adjusted points per game over six healthy games with 16 carries and 3.5 receptions per game, scoring six times, and was on pace for over 300 touches before injury. The source argues his dual-threat profile—capable of 60+ receptions and 15+ touchdowns without needing 1,500 rushing yards—provides league-winning upside at round four pricing. Head coach Harbaugh has publicly stated Skattebo is a top-tier back and plans to use him as the lead and featured running back this season, signaling heavy offensive involvement and touchdown upside. Skattebo suffered a major foot injury last season but has recovered well; he participated in OTAs and 11-on-11s and was doing back flips at a charity softball event, indicating full health and no lingering concerns heading into the season. The source concludes that when a player with this dual-threat ceiling can be had in round four rather than round two, it's a no-brainer.

PositiveValueJul 17, 2026Fantasy Football Advice

Skattebo is hoping to return to form after a dislocated ankle and fractured tibia in Week 8 ruined what was shaping up to be a strong rookie campaign. In eight games, he totaled 101-410-5 on the ground while adding 24-207-2 through the air and was on a 17-game pace to see 68 targets, which would have ranked eighth-highest among running backs. He finished as a top-24 PPR back or higher in all but one game and had three finishes inside the top 12. Removing Week 1 and Week 8 games, Skattebo averaged 20.7 opportunities per game, which was seventh-highest among all running backs. His hard-running style placed him in the top 10 in missed-tackle forced rate (21.8 percent) and he converted four of his eight rush attempts inside the opponent's five-yard line into scores. Early reports on his injury have been encouraging, with recent reports saying he should be ready early in camp and taking most first-team reps in minicamp. Coach Harbaugh said Skattebo was a 'top-tier back, and he's planning on playing that way this year.' Assuming he operates as the unquestioned RB1, Skattebo will start the year as a high-end RB2 with a chance to offer much more if his touches are similar to last year.

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