Giants Rookie RB Cam Skattebo Ends Season After Ankle Surgery

Rookie running back Cam Skattebo of the New York Giants suffered a season-ending dislocated ankle injury during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles, which required surgery. The injury occurred after a tackle by Eagles linebacker Zack Baun, and Skattebo was carted off the field in visible pain, with his foot at a severe angle. After surgery in Philadelphia, Skattebo expressed gratitude to his teammates via social media, sharing a video of their supportive messages and writing, "My guys love tall boys." Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart and other teammates described the injury as devastating and praised Skattebo's toughness and impact during his rookie season. Prior to the injury, Skattebo had emerged as a key player with 101 carries for 410 yards and five touchdowns, helping revitalize the Giants’ offense alongside Dart. The team will rely on Tyrone Tracy Jr. as the primary running back moving forward while Skattebo focuses on recovery, with expectations that he could return by the start of the 2026 season.