Giants’ Cam Skattebo Carted Off With Severe Ankle Injury
Today was a heart-wrenching day for the New York Giants and their fans as rookie running back Cam Skattebo suffered a devastating ankle injury during their Week 8 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Skattebo, who has quickly become one of the most exciting young players on the team, was going for a catch over the middle from quarterback Jaxson Dart when the injury occurred. As the ball arrived, Eagles linebacker Zack Baun made contact and brought Skattebo down, causing his legs to twist awkwardly underneath him. When he got up, it was immediately apparent that something was seriously wrong—his right ankle looked completely misaligned.
Giants medical staff rushed to his side and tended to him on the field before he was placed in an air cast and taken to the locker room. The severity of the injury prompted the team to transport him to a Philadelphia-area hospital, where it was confirmed that Skattebo had suffered an ankle dislocation and would need surgery. Head coach Brian Daboll expressed his sympathy for the young player, saying, “I feel absolutely terrible for the young man.”
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For Skattebo, the injury came after a promising start to his rookie season. Before leaving the game, he had three carries for 12 yards and an 18-yard touchdown reception, showing glimpses of the playmaking ability that has made him a standout. Quarterback Jaxson Dart admitted that seeing his teammate go down was a devastating moment, reflecting the emotional impact on the team. Offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor and wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson also spoke about how much the injury affected them, highlighting how closely the team rallies around one another in times like these.
With Skattebo sidelined, the Giants will lean more heavily on their depth chart. Tyrone Tracy Jr., who began the season as the team’s leading back, is now the primary option behind him. Tracy has already contributed 120 yards and a touchdown on the ground, along with eight catches for 54 yards through seven games. Devin Singletary rounds out the main running back group, while practice squad player Dante Miller could be called up depending on the length of Skattebo’s recovery.
For a rookie who has been one of the season’s most pleasant surprises, this is a major setback. His ankle injury not only ends his game day but also likely concludes his rookie campaign. The focus now will be on surgery, rehabilitation, and hoping for a full recovery that allows Skattebo to return stronger next season. For Giants fans and teammates alike, it’s a sobering reminder of the physical risks players take every Sunday—and how quickly a promising season can be derailed.
The team, along with fans, will be closely following updates as Skattebo begins the long road to recovery, holding out hope that one of their brightest young stars can make a triumphant return in 2026.
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