New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo experienced a significant reduction in playing time during the team's Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints, following a series of fumbling issues in previous games. (cbssports.com)
In the game against the Saints, Skattebo played only six offensive snaps and did not record any carries or targets. This marked the first time in his career that he was active for a game but did not touch the ball. (cbssports.com)
Skattebo acknowledged that his diminished role was a consequence of his recent fumbles, stating, "I got punished for what I did. I understand it, so I gotta be ready when coach calls my name, and that wasn't today." (sports.yahoo.com)
Head coach John Harbaugh, however, denied that Skattebo was intentionally benched, explaining that the lack of touches "was not by design." Harbaugh stated, "When he was in there, we didn't call any runs. You're not thinking about which back is in the game and how many runs they're getting." (cbssports.com)
In Skattebo's absence, the Giants' running game struggled. The team's running backs combined for 34 rushing yards on 14 carries, averaging just 2.4 yards per attempt. (fantasynerds.com)
Looking ahead, the Giants face the Houston Texans in Week 7. It remains to be seen how the team's backfield rotation will evolve and whether Skattebo will regain his role as the primary ball carrier.