Giants limit Cam Skattebo to zero carries in loss to Saints
Running back Cam Skattebo did not receive a rushing attempt in New York's 34-27 defeat to New Orleans after his usage was reduced following a fumble in the previous game.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo finished Sunday’s 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints without a single rushing attempt, the first time this has happened in his career. Skattebo entered Week 6 leading the team with 81 carries for 294 yards, but head coach John Harbaugh reduced his workload after a fumble in overtime during the Week 5 tie with the Washington Commanders.
"Wasn't by design for him not to carry the ball," Harbaugh told reporters, adding that the team simply did not call any runs for him when he was on the field.
Skattebo said he understood the decision and accepted responsibility for the previous mistake.
"I understand it. I gotta be ready when coach calls my name, and that wasn't today," he said, noting that the coaching staff advised him to "keep your head down and keep going."
The Giants used four other running backs, with Tyrone Tracy Jr. leading the team with six carries, while Devin Singletary and Najee Harris each had four. Harbaugh said the staff was evaluating which back could develop a "hot hand" during the first half.
New York recorded 84 total rushing yards on the day. Skattebo is averaging 3.6 yards per carry this season, down from 4.1 in his rookie year, which was cut short by a dislocated ankle.