Cam Skattebo made sure Thursday night started with a jolt before the Giants even took the field.
Arriving at MetLife Stadium for “Thursday Night Football,” the 24-year-old running back showed up in a custom Iron Man helmet, complete with glowing eyes, and paired it with some massive chains. It was the kind of entrance that fit a player who has made a habit of putting his personality on display since entering the league, whether that’s through backflips, a “Monday Night Raw” appearance or now a Marvel-inspired look in the hallway.
Skattebo has had a bumpy sophomore NFL season, but his energy has never dipped. The former Arizona State standout has already topped his rookie rushing total, piling up 418 yards in seven games this season. He also reclaimed the lead role in the Giants’ backfield with a 124-yard performance against the Texans in Week 7.
After missing last week’s Giants win over the Eagles, Skattebo was back for Week 10 and back in the spotlight ahead of an NFC East matchup with the Commanders. The timing of the entrance fit, too, coming around a month before the release of “Avengers: Doomsday,” with Skattebo continuing to lean into his Marvel fandom.
His season has not been smooth. Early struggles led to a Week 6 benching from John Harbaugh, and his role shifted as he lost snaps to Tyrone Tracey, Najee Harris and Devin Singletary. Fumbling problems were part of the issue, and the Giants’ backfield was further clouded by recent trade rumors.
Still, Skattebo has responded. He bounced back after the benching and posted his first 100-yard rushing game of the season. The Giants also reportedly made an offer for Colts star Jonathan Taylor that, if accepted, would have pushed Skattebo down the depth chart, but that offer was rescinded and Taylor stayed in Indianapolis.
For now, Skattebo remains in position to lead the Giants’ backfield the rest of the 2026 season, with the task of earning more of Harbaugh’s trust after the early-season mistakes.
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