PHILADELPHIA — Former Arizona State running back and New York Giants rookie Cam Skattebo was carted off the field Sunday after suffering a severe right leg injury against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Oct 26, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) runs for a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles in the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Skattebo went down with 8:07 remaining in the second quarter while attempting to catch a pass from quarterback Jaxson Dart when he landed awkwardly. He was carted off the field as emotional teammates surrounded him.
According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, the team has ruled that he suffered a dislocated ankle and is undergoing further evaluation.
The injury occurred at a crucial moment, as Skattebo was starting to emerge as a true leader on offense. In recent weeks, he had become a standout among his rookie class and was starting to build a connection with Dart.
Oct 26, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; (EDITORS NOTE: graphic image) Medical staff attend to New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) after an injury on a play against the Philadelphia Eagles in the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
This season, the rookie running back has carried the ball 98 times for 398 yards and scored five touchdowns. Skattebo also has had 23 receptions for 189 yards and one touchdown.
Skattebo’s injury now raises questions about who will take over his role and how the offense will adjust. He has been one of the team’s most important players offensively, recording a three-touchdown performance on Oct. 9, for a 34-17 win against the Eagles.
Oct 19, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) reacts after a play against the Denver Broncos during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Replacing Skattebo will be tough.
For fans in both New York and Arizona, it’s a gut-wrenching halt to what looked like a promising rookie season.
Cam Skattebo became the most fun rookie RB in years and his season is over 💔 pic.twitter.com/9Dn2XI2w6g
— Cam (@42Cyc) October 26, 2025
Hopefully Cam Skattebo will have a speedy recovery. I enjoyed watching him this season.
— jerm (@trey_troll21) October 26, 2025
Bro, cam skattebo was going to have an amazing year :/
— Jeebus (@Jesusonthisapp) October 26, 2025
The Giants and fans are now left to wait to learn whether Skattebo’s rookie season has come to an end.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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