New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo put up a valiant effort against the Washington Commanders on Thursday Night Football at MetLife Stadium. The Giants, however, failed to close out the Commanders and suffered a last-minute defeat, 24-21.
Skattebo had 18 carries for 78 yards and two touchdowns. He, however, felt that he could have gotten more touches in crunch time.
After the game, the fiery 24-year-old pondered whether his crucial fumble against the Commanders in their first meeting played a part in it, as reported by NY Daily News Sports' Pat Leonard.
“It sucks, and I think part of it is I put myself in a situation last time we played these guys that kind of killed the trust in coach, maybe a little bit, me giving up the ball last time,” said Skattebo.
“Maybe he didn't want to give me the ball again. I don't know. I'm not gonna say that was something he was thinking. But I would think that as well.”
In Week 5, Skattebo committed a costly fumble in overtime at the Washington's 24-yard line with two minutes left. The Commanders recovered the ball, although late-game clock management prevented them from capitalizing. The game ended in a tie, 27-27.
The following week, Skattebo had zero touches against the New Orleans Saints. The Giants lost, 34-27.
He fared better in the rematch against Washington, but it was not enough to lead New York to victory.
Coach John Harbaugh said the painful loss was a “missed opportunity,” especially since the Giants could have solidified their hold of the top spot in the NFC East.