Giants Rookie Cam Skattebo Already Putting the League on Notice at Training Camp

New York Giants GM Joe Schoen has quietly built an impressive track record over the past two drafts, landing several NFL-ready players. With picks like Tyler Nubin, Dru Phillips, Malik Nabers, and Abdul Carter, the foundation is being laid for what could soon be a dominant roster.

One of the early standouts from this most recent draft class is rookie running back Cam Skattebo, who’s quickly making noise at training camp. The Arizona State product wasted no time turning heads, immediately pushing for a significant role in the offense. There was early speculation he could contend with Tyrone Tracy Jr. for the top spot in the backfield, but coaches needed to see him in action first. Now, just three days into camp, it’s clear: Skattebo is the real deal. Compact and powerful, he’s already outperforming expectations and catching the attention of the entire league.

Skattebo put his agility and speed on full display during Friday’s practice. On a handoff from rookie QB Jaxson Dart, he burst outside with quick feet and surprising acceleration, beating defenders to the edge—a flash of the same skills that made him so dangerous in college.

With limited visibility during rookie camp, OTAs, and minicamp, this performance is reassuring for fans. Just a season removed from racking up 1,711 rushing yards, 21 touchdowns on the ground, and 45 receptions for 605 yards with three more scores through the air, Skattebo finished fifth in the Heisman race—and is already showing signs of bringing that production to the pros.

Everything about his game suggests he’s ready to make an immediate impact. His versatility, especially his receiving ability, is what made him such a steal on draft day. And speaking of the passing game, he closed Friday’s practice with a highlight-reel moment: a perfectly placed pass from Dart that Skattebo caught in stride, flashing the hands and route-running that made him a threat out of the backfield at ASU.

All in all, it’s been a strong start to camp for the 23-year-old. Critics may have questioned his age or whether his physical running style would work at the NFL level, but he’s quickly putting those doubts to rest. Pads go on Monday, and when they do, defenders better be ready—because Cam Skattebo is already making a name for himself, and he’s just getting started.