Giants strengthen backfield, take Cam Skattebo in 4th round

The New York Giants selected Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, No. 105 overall.

Skattebo could challenge for significant snaps in the Giants' backfield with Tyrone Tracy and Devin Singletary also rounding out the franchise's running back room.

The Arizona State star built a reputation on his tough downhill running. He carried the ball 293 times for 1,711 yards and 21 touchdowns during the 2024 campaign. His 1,711 yards were second only to Ashton Jeanty in the NCAA.

Skattebo rushed for 140-plus yards eight times in 2024, including a 262-yard rushing performance against Mississippi State. He also enjoyed a 143-yard day on the ground against Texas in the CFP quarterfinal.

Pre-draft profile

Skattebo's a lot of fun to watch. Above all else, he's an absolute nightmare for the defense to get on the ground, and his contact balance to shake off tackle attempts is a big part of that. The other factor is his mentality - he simply refuses to go down. Skattebo isn't just a straight-line bruiser, though. He also reads his keys well and makes good decisions to maximize his touches. Third-down value shouldn't be an issue, either. His physicality will be useful in pass protection, and he's proven to be a capable receiver out of the backfield. Skattebo's playmaking upside may be capped due to a lack of top-end speed, and he'll need to ensure his extra-effort plays don't come at the cost of ball security - he had four fumbles in 2024. But there's no reason he can't be an effective workhorse in a two-man committee. He's going to wear defenses out.