New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) carries the ball during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium.
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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo made a significant impact in the team's Week 7 overtime win over the Houston Texans with an impressive 42-yard run. However, he wisely slid to the ground at the 30-yard line after feeling a twinge in his hamstring, avoiding being caught from behind.
Following the thrilling win, there was immediate concern regarding his injury, but those worries were quickly alleviated. According to a report shared on X by Mike Garafolo, Skattebo informed Dan Graziano that he experienced some discomfort in his hamstring during that 42-yard run. Fortunately, all indications the following morning suggested that he would be fine, especially with the team having a bye week this weekend. This is a rare and welcome situation for the Giants, as it means they won't face any injury-reserve candidates after the game. The upcoming bye week provides Skattebo, a dynamic player, with ample recovery time without having to miss any game action.
#Giants RB Cam Skattebo told @DanGrazianoESPN he felt something in his hamstring on his 42-yard OT run. All indications this morning are he should be OK, especially with the team on a bye this weekend. A rare, welcome instance for NYG to not have an IR candidate after a game. pic.twitter.com/eHtBM0CTse
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) October 26, 2026
Despite his health being intact, Skattebo had much to say after the game about a controversial 15-yard unnecessary roughness penalty he received for lowering his helmet against M.J. Stewart. He criticized what he perceives as a double standard in the league, where his physical running style is praised but then penalized. A fired-up Skattebo vowed to maintain his aggressive playing style, remarking that if the fines continue to accumulate, he might as well just “play for free.”