Forget anything else you thought about the Giants’ offense, because the longest run a New York running back has put up this season is a measly 13-yard dash from Cam Skattebo. And honestly, coach John Harbaugh isn’t just disappointed, he’s straight up telling it like it is: that isn’t good enough for his squad. He dropped a bomb today, saying the Giants absolutely have to start generating some explosive runs and making big gains, because right now, they’re simply not doing it.
“We’re Just Not Good Enough Yet”
Harbaugh didn’t pull any punches, stating, “We’re just not good enough yet.” It’s clear he sees the running game as a major roadblock for the team. He pointed out that opposing defenses are playing them “pretty well,” which makes sense when you’re not threatening with big plays on the ground. The coach believes that as the team improves, those longer runs will start to pop. He’s also banking on better play-action to help loosen up those aggressive defenses, which could definitely open up some lanes for their backs. Look, the guys are putting in the work, they’re playing hard, and they’re trying to be physical. All the right ingredients are there, but Harbaugh’s message is loud and clear: they’ve just got to get better.
Skattebo’s Numbers Are Down, And Harbaugh Wants More
When you look at Cam Skattebo, he’s definitely more of a bruising, power runner. He’s not really built for those huge, explosive plays that Harbaugh is craving. His numbers back that up, too: he’s only averaging 3.5 yards per carry this year. That’s a noticeable dip from the 4.1 yards per carry he put up as a rookie last season. Harbaugh is looking for Skattebo to step up and do more, but he’s also challenging the entire offense to create better opportunities for the power back. It’s a two-way street, and the Giants need to figure out how to get their run game rolling if they want to get past these early season struggles.
The pressure is on the Giants’ offense to fix this run game ASAP. Harbaugh is expecting more, and it’s up to the players to deliver on the field. They’ve got to find a way to create those explosive runs and start making defenses pay. If they don’t, it’s going to be a long season for New York.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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