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[the_ad id=”105842″]Cam Skattebo has begun to emerge in the New York Giants’ backfield in Week 2. He received more carries and plays than Tyrone Tracy Jr. in the overtime loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Skattebo carried the ball 11 times for 45 yards and scored a one-yard touchdown. He also added two catches for 14 yards.
Tracy Jr. saw reduced running work. He had five carries for 15 yards. He made a greater impact through his receptions, catching four passes for 36 yards. The Giants also deployed Tracy Jr. on kickoff returns in that game. He returned five kickoffs for 132 yards. That suggests a shift in Tracy Jr.’s offensive usage.
The rookie Skattebo broke loose for a 24-yard run in the fourth quarter. He then punched in his first career touchdown. The trend in usage could reflect the coaching staff’s confidence in his early performance. Skattebo was a fourth-round draft pick in 2025. He is now on active roster and is listed above Tracy Jr. on the depth chart. Tracy Jr. remains part of the early down backfield work and has pass-catching value.
Devin Singletary remains in the mix behind Skattebo and Tracy Jr. His role in offense is confirmed on the depth chart. He has not yet overtaken either of them in snaps or touches this season. The backfield now appears to be a committee with Skattebo gaining momentum.
The Giants’ next game is in Week 3. They will face an unknown team from the schedule data. That opponent will test how sustainable Skattebo’s new expanded role is. Matchups will matter, especially when offense may need to lean on the run to balance passing.
Offensive line play will be important. Skattebo’s success depends on gaps opening for him, especially on outside runs. Tracy Jr.’s shifts toward special teams and receiving work may limit his rushing volume. The coaching staff likely will try to preserve Tracy Jr.’s skills in short yardage or third down.
The dynamics in this backfield could have implications beyond just this season. If Skattebo continues to earn more snaps and perform well, he could further reduce Tracy Jr.’s role as the early down back. Singletary remains a backup option but has shown experience in the NFL. The internal competition may push the starters.
New York is evaluating its options. Skattebo’s rise may alter the game plan. The coaching decisions in the coming week will tell how committed the team is to shifting workload. For now, Skattebo has momentum. Tracy Jr. still contributes. Singletary remains ready.
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