'I got punished': Giants' Cam Skattebo goes without a touch in loss to Saints, one week after critical OT fumble

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo faced a stark setback in Week 6 after a costly fumble in overtime of the team’s 27-27 tie against the Washington Commanders. The error, which came just one week before the Giants’ matchup with the New Orleans Saints, appears to have cost him his starting role.

Reports indicate Skattebo will see significantly reduced touches, with veteran Najee Harris stepping into a larger share of the backfield workload. Giants head coach John Harbaugh reportedly delivered a direct message to Skattebo following the fumble, signaling frustration over the turnovers.

The Giants, currently leading the NFC East with a 3-1-1 record, are now prioritizing efficiency in their ground game, where they’ve struggled to rank among the league’s top teams in yards per carry. The shift in the backfield dynamic comes as New York prepares to host the Saints at MetLife Stadium, where Harris is expected to anchor the rushing attack in Skattebo’s absence.

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