Cam Skattebo is expected to return as the New York Giants' lead running back Sunday against the Houston Texans, sources told NFL Network. Giants coach John Harbaugh confirmed Friday that Skattebo will carry a bigger workload after being shut out in touches during New York's Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints. While the starting designation remains unclear, Skattebo should figure prominently in the game plan.
Skattebo, entering his second season, acknowledged having a good week of practice and learning from his lack of involvement last Sunday. His absence came one week after a costly overtime fumble in the Giants' tie against the Washington Commanders. The second-year star has lost five fumbles in just 13 career games.
The Giants released veteran Najee Harris on Tuesday, signaling a return to their original 2026 running back plan with Skattebo as the lead back and Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Devin Singletary contributing situationally. Meanwhile, J.J. Mc Carthy will start under center against the Texans and is expected to remain the Giants' QB1 beyond their Week 8 bye. Harbaugh emphasized that the game is not a one-week tryout for Mc Carthy, the former Minnesota Vikings first-round pick traded to the Giants last month.
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