New York’s other backfield options did not provide the needed production. The team’s leading rusher in Week 6 was quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who came in for Jameis Winston in the fourth quarter. After the game, Skattebo spoke about his demotion, saying he understood punishment was tied to his previous performance and that he needed to be ready when his number was called. He also noted the challenge of running the ball while the team was trailing by multiple scores.
New York Giants Running Back Cam Skattebo Felt the Impact of the Week 5 Mistake
Following the Week 6 defeat, Skattebo commented on being punished for the prior week’s fumble and acknowledged the need to own his mistakes. He also explained the difficulty of sustaining a running game when the team was consistently playing from behind. Giants head coach John Harbaugh did not label the move as a benching, emphasizing that no single back had asserted themselves as “the guy” in the backfield and that the team was still evaluating options.
New York Giants’ Run Game
Through six games, Skattebo had averaged 3.6 yards per carry in 2026, down from 4.1 yards per carry as a rookie. He also had not recorded a rush of more than 20 yards this season, and fumbling issues remained a concern. Harbaugh had previously avoided stating whether Skattebo’s role would be permanently reduced due to the fumbles, saying only that the team would respond to ongoing performance. Whether the reduced role is temporary or long-term remains to be determined.
