Skattebo Leads Giants Ground Attack Plans Against Commanders

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo expects to play against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium as the teams prepare for a physical Week 5 NFC East matchup shaped by rain and wind conditions.

The Giants entered the game 3-1, while Washington was 1-3, according to sports reports. New York's rushing attack ranked No. 13 in the NFL, averaging 3.7 yards per attempt, while Washington's defense allowed 93.5 rushing yards per game.

Skattebo addressed his role in the Giants offense and said he was ready for a heavy workload against Washington.

"I already told Coach (Matt Nagy), 'Just give me the ball, we'll be fine,'" said Cam Skattebo, Giants running back.

Skattebo also praised Washington's defense, noting the challenge posed by the Commanders' front seven and the expected weather conditions.

"I think the film shows you that they're better than what their record says. They play hard. They play fast.

They're athletic up front. Their linebackers are really good," said Cam Skattebo, Giants running back.

"We're going to have a challenge in front of us, especially with the weather. It's going to be a slugfest, and I think it's going to be a fun game for us," said Cam Skattebo, Giants running back.

The running back also addressed concerns after wearing a red non-contact jersey during practice. The Giants listed a shoulder injury as the reason for his limited participation, not a concussion.

"I'm good. Just a little muscle tightness; nothing to worry about ... they told me to wear [the no-contact jersey] just for safety. Just doing what I'm told," said Cam Skattebo, Giants running back.

Coach John Harbaugh clarified that Skattebo was not in concussion protocol and was limited only for contact purposes during practice.

"Yeah, he's practiced without his jersey, with no contact today. That's what was going on," said John Harbaugh, Giants head coach.

Skattebo entered the matchup with 68 carries for 235 yards and one touchdown this season. He said the offensive line was still adapting to a new system.

"I think we haven't fully come into our own yet. I think up front we're in a new scheme, new system, and these guys are learning. Sisi coming in, this is going into game five of his career. The guys up front are learning the system," said Cam Skattebo, Giants running back.