The New York Giants passed on trading for Colts star Jonathan Taylor at the NFL deadline, leaving their division-leading offense exactly where it was, and running back Cam Skattebo made sure everyone heard his confident response. “They know what I can do,” Skattebo declared in the locker room, making it clear he believes the bulk of the carries still belong to him. He isn’t wrong, either, considering what he’s already overcome this year.
The Deal That Didn’t Happen, and the Coach’s Take
New York was absolutely looking to make moves, showing serious interest in a defensive tackle like Jeffery Simmons and, of course, a running back like Taylor. Fox Sports even reported the Giants put a real offer on the table: second- and fifth-round picks for the Colts star. But they eventually pulled that offer, electing not to ship off valuable draft capital. Giants coach John Harbaugh was pretty candid about it all. “You don’t want to make a bad deal,” Harbaugh said on Tuesday, according to NJ.com. “You make a bad deal, that doesn’t make you better. That makes you worse. Sometimes, the best deal is the deal that you don’t make.” He added that they’re “willing to pay a price to make our team better,” but it’s got to be “worth it” and for “a player that we love.” Clearly, the price for Taylor just wasn’t adding up. This means Skattebo, after all the trade buzz, remains the guy for the 5-2-1 Giants.
Skattebo’s Epic Redemption Arc, Injury, and Return
Skattebo’s confidence isn’t just talk, either. This season has been a absolute roller coaster for him. He’s already rushed for 418 yards and two touchdowns in seven games. But that stat line doesn’t even begin to tell the full story. Just a few weeks ago, the guy had a costly overtime fumble in Week 5 that led to a tie against the Washington Commanders. The response from the coaching staff? Zero touches in Week 6, a full-on benching. Talk about a gut punch. But then came Week 7, and a redemption game for the ages against the Houston Texans. Skattebo bounced back with a career-high 124 yards and a touchdown, including an insane 42-yard run in overtime that basically set up New York’s fourth win of the season. He broke loose, and it was epic. The only downside to that incredible play? He suffered a hamstring injury on it, forcing him to miss the Week 9 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. But get this: he’s expected back on the field this Thursday against the Commanders.
Skattebo’s not mincing words about his capabilities either. “You’ve seen what I can do,” he stated. “When I come out, and I’m ready to play football, I can be one of the most dangerous backs in the league. Simple as that.” And after the season he’s had, it’s tough to argue with that kind of fire. This Thursday, he gets his chance to back those words up.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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