Skattebo Responds to Giants’ Running Back Trade Pursuit

The New York Giants pursued several running backs before the trade deadline but did not complete a deal. Their reported targets included Jonathan Taylor, Bijan Robinson and Tony Pollard, leaving the team’s running back group led by Cam Skattebo, a second-year player who has dealt with injuries and fumbles this season.

Skattebo said he understood why the Giants might seek other options, given his production. He has 418 rushing yards and two touchdowns in seven games. He passed 100 rushing yards for the first time this season in a Week 7 win over Houston, then hurt his hamstring late in an overtime run.

He said he was still adjusting to the league and that the team knew what he could do when he was ready to play. Skattebo missed New York’s win over Philadelphia the previous weekend, but was set to return for the November 12 matchup with the Washington Commanders.