The New York Giants will travel to take on the Washington Commanders in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Cam Skattebo.
Is Cam Skattebo Playing in Week 1?
Skattebo is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Giants’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Cam Skattebo in Week 1?
At Arizona State, Cam Skattebo proved he could do it all, finishing his career with 293 carries for 1,711 yards and 21 touchdowns, along with 45 catches for 605 yards and three scores. While Tyrone Tracy Jr. played well as a rookie for the New York Giants with 1,123 yards from scrimmage, this profile is a competition that could swing in either direction.
I expect Tracy to hold the edge in snaps and touches through September as a reward for his rookie performance, but the Giants spent more draft capital on the former Sun Devil. Skattebo’s style of play has the potential to earn him work quickly.
It is difficult to feel good about flexing him against the Washington Commanders without knowing what his touch count will look like. However, for a team that could easily go winless through September, I would be shocked if we do not see Skattebo’s usage ramp up in short order. Many fantasy managers are reactionary, and this is a spot where you can take advantage of that. The rookie will not change, barring an injury during the season opener.
If this is the Tracy show out of the gates, you could be looking at a cheap buying window that could pay off in the long term, perhaps just in time for a fantasy Super Bowl matchup in Las Vegas as New York plays out a likely lost season.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Cam Skattebo’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Skattebo is projected to score 8.5 points in PPR formats. This includes 0.9 receptions for 12.1 yards and 0.1 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Giants at Commanders
Weather conditions should be favorable for this outdoor matchup with temperatures at 76 degrees Fahrenheit and light winds of 7 mph.
