Giants RB Cam Skattebo Hints at Play Style Change in 2026

In his NFL debut, Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo showcased a fearless playing style, rushing for 410 yards and scoring seven touchdowns in his first eight games. However, this aggressive approach came to an abrupt halt in Week 8 when Skattebo suffered a severe, season-ending leg injury. Despite the setback, Skattebo remains committed to maintaining his brutality on the field going into his second season with the New York Giants.

In an interview on Monday, Skattebo expressed his desire to continue his aggressive style, saying, "People know I'm crazy. I like to run through people instead of around them." The Giants head coach, John Harbaugh, agrees with Skattebo's approach, praising his physicality and telling him, "John loves that I run right over the top of people."

During his recovery from injury, Skattebo has been working on improving his maneuverability to avoid unnecessary hits, but he acknowledges that he could have gained more yards by simply adjusting his route.

As Skattebo prepares to take the field for the Giants' preseason game against the Miami Dolphins on Saturday, fans can expect to see the same fearless, through-ball style that made him a standout rookie. Skattebo believes he can continue to add to his game, learning from his mistakes and finding a balance between aggression and finesse as he enters the next phase of his NFL career.