Sports · October 18, 2026
Cam Skattebo: I got punished for fumble and I understand why Giants did that
Following a Week 5 fumble against the Washington Commanders, New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo saw his offensive involvement drop to zero touches and only six snaps in a 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints. While head coach John Harbaugh stated the lack of carries was "not by design" and denied a formal benching, Skattebo publicly acknowledged the reduction as punishment for his recent fumbling issues. The game also featured a quarterback change in the fourth quarter, where J.J. McCarthy replaced Jameis Winston and led a late scoring rally.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Cam Skattebo had zero carries and zero targets in the game against the Saints.
- Skattebo played a total of six offensive snaps.
- The Giants lost to the Saints with a final score of 34-27.
- Skattebo has fumbled four times during the 2026 season.
- Head coach John Harbaugh stated that the lack of touches was not by design and denied Skattebo was benched.
- Skattebo stated he understood he was being punished for his fumbling history.
- J.J. McCarthy replaced Jameis Winston at quarterback during the fourth quarter.
Reported by only some outlets
- Skattebo's Week 5 fumble occurred in field-goal range during overtime.
- The Giants backfield rotation for the game included Najee Harris, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary.
- J.J. McCarthy threw for 243 yards in the final 11 minutes of the game.
- Tyrone Tracy Jr. scored a 17-yard receiving touchdown in the first quarter.
Confirmed
- Cam Skattebo recorded zero touches on six snaps against the Saints.
- Skattebo has four fumbles this season, including one in Week 5 overtime.
- John Harbaugh denied that Skattebo was benched by design.
- J.J. McCarthy replaced Jameis Winston in the fourth quarter.
Reported
- Skattebo was told ahead of the game that he would see a sharp reduction in playing time. (NBC Sports)
- McCarthy threw for 243 yards in the final 11 minutes. (Fox News)
Rumor
- The Giants may be looking at a new starting quarterback for Week 7. (Fox News)
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