The New York Giants suffered a devastating blow to their ground game during Sunday’s loss to Philadelphia. Rookie running back Cam Skattebo sustained a gruesome ankle injury that was hard to watch. How will this impact fantasy football managers and the Giants’ backfield moving forward?
Cam Skattebo Injury Update
Skattebo suffered a dislocated ankle during the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Eagles when his leg became trapped underneath a defender during a tackle attempt. The injury was severe enough that multiple players from both teams immediately turned away from the scene, and Skattebo was quickly carted off the field with his leg secured in an air cast.​
The Giants confirmed that Skattebo underwent surgery at a Philadelphia-area hospital Sunday night rather than returning home with the team. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported that the injury involved both a dislocation and fractures to the tibia and fibula bones near the ankle.​
Head coach Brian Daboll expressed the team’s devastation following the injury, saying he felt “absolutely terrible for the young man” and acknowledged how difficult it was for the entire team to witness. The emotional impact was particularly evident with rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, who has formed a close bond with Skattebo throughout their debut seasons.​
Medical experts comparing the injury to similar cases involving Alex Smith and Aidan Hutchinson suggest a recovery timeline of six to nine months, ending Skattebo’s promising rookie campaign. The fourth-round draft pick had been one of the Giants’ few bright spots this season, accumulating 410 rushing yards and seven total touchdowns along with 207 receiving yards through seven games.​
Skattebo’s injury represents another significant blow to a Giants team already missing star wide receiver Malik Nabers, who suffered a torn ACL earlier this season. The loss removes the team’s most dynamic offensive weapon just as he was hitting his stride in the starting lineup.
Tyrone Tracy Jr. Fantasy Outlook
With Skattebo done for the year, Tyrone Tracy Jr. is poised to reclaim the starting role he held at the beginning of the season. Tracy originally entered 2025 as the Giants’ primary back after a strong finish to his 2024 campaign, where he recorded seven games with 14 or more fantasy points following his midseason takeover from Devin Singletary.
Tracy proved his capability last season by seamlessly transitioning from a backup role to consistent fantasy production. His combination of running ability and pass-catching skills made him a reliable RB2 option during his extended run as the starter. The skill set that earned him the job initially remains intact, suggesting he can return to that level of production.
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Singletary will likely mix into the rotation as the complementary back, providing Tracy with some relief. Singletary’s experience and proven NFL track record make him a valuable insurance policy, but Tracy figures to handle the majority of early-down work and goal-line opportunities.
Fantasy managers should prioritize Tracy as a priority waiver wire addition this week. His path to consistent touches is now clear, and his previous production demonstrates he can handle a featured workload effectively. In leagues where Tracy is already rostered, Singletary becomes worth consideration as a handcuff option, albeit one with no standalone value.
The Giants’ offensive line struggles may limit the ceiling for whoever operates as the primary back, but Tracy’s familiarity with the system and his proven ability to produce in this exact role make him an immediate RB2 candidate with weekly starter potential moving forward.
