Devin Singletary

The Giants have released running back Najee Harris following an inefficient performance and postgame comments expressing frustration over the difficulty of finding a rhythm in a crowded backfield. This comes after Cam Skattebo failed to record a single carry after being relegated to a reduced role due to ongoing ball-security issues.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. led the backfield with eight touches for 45 yards and two touchdowns with Devin Singletary also mixing in. Head coach John Harbaugh acknowledged the rushing attack has fallen short of expectations, citing poor blocking and inefficiency, while challenging his backs to “go out there and take the job when you get the ball.” Harris’ release creates additional opportunities, with Tracy appearing to have the inside track after Sunday’s performance.

Tracy is suddenly a must-add on the waiver wire. Meanwhile, Skattebo still offers intriguing fantasy upside if he can regain the coaching staff’s trust, but the recent personnel decisions suggest a short leash for everyone involved.

Jordan Raanan reports the expectation is Najee Harris will have a larger role with Cam Skattebo‘s role downgraded but still in the mix. This comes on the heals of Cam Skattebo having consistent fumbling issues to start the year, having fumbled in 4 of 5 games – though the RB has managed to recover 3 of his 4 fumbles.

This is certainly something to keep an eye on for both redraft and dynasty fantasy football managers. Raanan reports that Tyrone Tracy and Devin Singletary are also expected to be active and have a role. This could be a messy backfield that is hard to trust for fantasy purposes.

While the New York Giants front office reportedly explored high-capital additions like Arizona Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love, current backfield staples Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy remain positioned to command the workload. Skattebo is the “People’s Running Back” and brings a strong all-purpose profile anchored by a 40.7-percent College Dominator Rating (94th percentile) and a 14.4-percent College Target Share (95th percentile), offering substantial upside if his recovery from last season’s ankle injury stays on track.

Reading between the lines, Duggan Skattebo is suggesting that Skattebo is not “elite” enough for the Giants front office, which is mildly concerning. Regardless, a potential veteran signing like free agent Najee Harris would simply serve as an RB3 contingency, leaving Skattebo’s path toward an RB2 finish largely intact. New York will be run-heavy, making Skattebo a nice value in the fourth round of fantasy drafts.

Cam Skattebo is already logging 11-on-11 reps and tracking toward a full training camp workload after a fractured ankle cut his rookie campaign short. Before the injury, he commanded a 13.1-percent Target Share and averaged 16.0 Fantasy Points Per Game, reinforcing his status as a true workhorse.

With Skattebo operating as a bellcow, Tyrone Tracy is fighting to secure a committee role. The Giants avoided adding backfield competition this offseason, leaving the door open for Tracy to leverage his 10.5-percent target share as a satellite back with massive contingent upside. Any reduction in Tracy’s touches adds volume for Skattebo, who generated 3.84 yards created per touch during his rookie campaign. Skattebo is a smash in all formats as one of the most attainable workhorse backs in fantasy football.