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Newer update on Cam Skattebo: Tyrone Tracy scores, works back into Giants' rotation in Week 6 vs. Saints

Cam Skattebo expects Sunday vs. Commanders to be a 'slogfest' with rain possible

The Giants' running back says he'll be fine after shoulder tightness limited him Wednesday, and he's ready for a rainy game in Landover.

By Cole Hartwell

Cam Skattebo expects Sunday’s game between the Giants and Commanders to be a ‘slogfest,’ according to Mike Garafolo. The forecast calls for a 100% chance of rain in Landover.

What happened

Skattebo, dealing with a shoulder issue, said he had “little muscle tightness” in his shoulder, per Jordan Raanan. That tightness is why he wore a red no-contact jersey at Wednesday’s practice. Skattebo told offensive coordinator Matt Nagy: “Give me the ball, I’ll be fine.” The Giants were prepared for a rainy game against Washington.

Context

Skattebo is the Giants’ RB1 and has played 65% of snaps through four weeks. In 2026, he has 44.2 PPR points on 68 carries for 235 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown, plus eight receptions for 67 receiving yards. His Week 4 line was 7.6 PPR points on 18 carries for 58 yards and one catch for eight yards. Sleeper projects him for 12.7 PPR points in Week 5. Sleeper currently tags him as questionable with a shoulder injury.

Depth chart

The next running backs on the Giants depth chart are Najee Harris, Devin Singletary, and Tyrone Tracy. Harris has 8.8 PPR points on 22 carries for 88 rushing yards over three games, with 18% snap share. Singletary has 14.7 PPR points on nine carries for 25 rushing yards and four catches for 22 receiving yards over two games. Tracy has -0.4 PPR points on four carries for 16 rushing yards over four games.

Timeline

  • On October 7, Skattebo was officially limited in practice Wednesday due to a shoulder injury, and was seen wearing a non-contact jersey.
  • On October 8, Najee Harris fully participated in Thursday’s practice after missing the first practice of the week due to a personal issue.

What’s next

The Giants visit the Washington Commanders on Sunday, October 11. Skattebo expects the game to be a sloppy, grind-it-out battle.

Chance of rain Sunday in Landover: 100%. Slogfest sounds about right. Skattebo and the #Giants prepared for one against the #Commanders. [Quoting @JordanRaanan: "Cam Skattebo (shoulder) said he had a "little muscle tightness" in his shoulder. It's why he wore a red no-contact jersey on Wednesday. Skattebo expects Sunday vs. Commanders to be a "slogfest." Told OC Matt Nagy: "Give me the ball, I'll be fine.""]

🏈 Fantasy impact

Skattebo’s comments indicate he expects to play despite the shoulder issue. Skattebo is clearly the lead back with a 65% snap share and 68 carries through four weeks. His 12.7 PPR projection is reasonable, but his recent volume has not translated to high fantasy points (7.6 PPR in Week 4). Consider Skattebo a volume-based RB2 in this potentially low-scoring contest. Najee Harris would likely see more work if Skattebo is limited or aggravated the shoulder, but Harris has only 22 carries and 8.8 PPR points in three games. Singletary and Tracy are not reliable fantasy options unless a clear role emerges.

Quick answers

Will Cam Skattebo play in Week 5?

Skattebo expects to play Sunday vs. the Commanders, according to Jordan Raanan, though he is dealing with shoulder tightness. His official game status has not been reported.

Sources

  1. NFL schedule, Week 5 (ESPN)
  2. Player data (Sleeper)
  3. New York Giants depth chart, RB (Sleeper)
  4. Najee Harris returns to practice Thursday after personal issue (Fantasy Football Desk)
  5. Cam Skattebo Limited Wednesday With Shoulder Issue (Fantasy Football Desk)
  6. Chance of rain Sunday in Landover: 100%. Slogfest sounds about right. Skattebo and the #Giants prepared for one against the #Commanders. [Quoting @JordanRaanan: "Cam Skattebo (shoulder) said he had a "little muscle tightness" in his shoulder. It's why he wore a red no-contact jersey on Wednesday. Skattebo expects Sunday vs. Commanders to be a "slogfest." Told OC Matt Nagy: "Give me the ball, I'll be fine.""] (X (@MikeGarafolo))

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