Giants to boost Harris carries, bench Skattebo after fumble

Giants to boost Harris carries, bench Skattebo after fumble

Giants head coach John Harbaugh said in New York on 19 October that running backs must earn their carries, urging players to make the most of each opportunity. According to NBC Sports, the team had indicated on 18 October that it would increase Najee Harris's rushing share against the New Orleans Saints after concerns about Cam Skattebo's ball security. TheScore reported that Skattebo recorded zero carries in the 34-27 loss to the Saints, and NBC Sports also noted that his snaps were cut following an overtime fumble in a prior game.

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New York Giants Najee Harris Cam Skattebo New Orleans Saints Washington Commanders ESPN.com

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New York, United States New Orleans, United States Washington, D.C., United States

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19 octobre 2026
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Harbaugh to RB room: 'Do something'
Harbaugh to RB room: 'Do something'

NBC Sports • 19 oct. 20h59

Giants head coach John Harbaugh emphasized that running back touches are earned and urged players to make the most of their opportunities ahead of the upcoming game.

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John Harbaugh, Cam Skattebo give media conflicting answers
John Harbaugh, Cam Skattebo give media conflicting answers

Awful Announcing • 19 oct. 13h04

Giants running back Cam Skattebo said he was punished for fumbling, while head coach John Harbaugh said the lack of carries was not a deliberate benching.

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18 octobre 2026
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Cam Skattebo: I got punished for fumble and I understand why Giants did that
Cam Skattebo: I got punished for fumble and I understand why Giants did that

NBC Sports • 18 oct. 22h08

Running back Cam Skattebo saw no ball touches in the Giants' loss to the Saints after the coaching staff reduced his playing time following an overtime fumble in a previous game.

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Skattebo finishes Giants' loss to Saints with 0 carries
Skattebo finishes Giants' loss to Saints with 0 carries

theScore • 18 oct. 21h47

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.

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Report: Najee Harris is expected to take larger role in Giants backfield
Report: Najee Harris is expected to take larger role in Giants backfield

NBC Sports • 18 oct. 13h36

The New York Giants plan to give running back Najee Harris a larger share of carries against the New Orleans Saints after concerns over Cam Skattebo's ball security.

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