Cam Skattebo Head Shake Why
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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo will be the first person to take himself out of an NFL game if he has any concerns about a possible concussion. His unusual head shake after almost every play is not an indication of an injury, nor is it cause for concern.
The 24-year-old picked up the unique twitch long before he arrived to the NFL. It just so happened to become a very prominent part of his pre- and post-snap behavior over the last few years.
Cam Skattebo has a big head.
Skattebo, whose name is actually pronounced SKAT-eh-boo, is a rookie. He was drafted by the New York Giants with the No. 105 overall pick in the fourth round.
The 5-foot-10, 220-pound running back transferred to Arizona State in 2023 after two years at Sacramento State. He was good as a junior. He was great as a senior.
Skattebo is impossible to bring down. It’s as if you were to try and tackle a giant bouncy ball made of knives.
Unmatched contact balance is the primary catalyst for Skattebo’s success but his giant head and large frame certainly help. Pat McAfee is a big fan.
I can’t stress this enough and I talk about it because it matters..
Those who have that shape of head and that size are built for football..
Cam Skattebo is impossible to tackle and it’s mesmerizing watching him work#CollegeGameDay pic.twitter.com/V1r78P7dnt
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) January 1, 2025
Kyle Brandt cannot get enough of his Angry Runs.
And his head really is that big… Just ask Jaxson Dart!