NFL Network’s Ian Rappaport is reporting Giants running back Cam Skattebo is unlikely to suit up for Sunday’s Week 9 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles as he continues recovering from a hamstring injury. With Tyrone Tracy Jr. on injured reserve, the Giants are down to just two healthy running backs on their active roster: Devin Singletary and Gregory Desrosiers.
Singletary figures to handle the lion’s share of backfield touches, making him a volume-driven RB2 for Week 9. Desrosiers, an undrafted rookie out of Memphis recently signed off the Chargers’ practice squad, flashed in the preseason with 166 rushing yards on just 23 carries. While Singletary is the clear fantasy play, managers in deeper and dynasty formats should keep an eye on Desrosiers, who could carve out a role in New York’s depleted backfield if Skattebo faces a multi-week absence.
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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.
Tyrone Tracy Jr. continues to carve out designated pass-down work in practice, although Cam Skattebo remains the primary back following a 40.7% College Dominator Rating (94th percentile). Beat reporters project a potential 1-A/1-B split, though Skattebo’s early-down lock and proven passing game utility, evidenced by his 4.0 targets per game in 2025, puts him well ahead of Tracy in projected Opportunity Share.
Powered by a 130.0 Athleticism Score (92nd percentile), Tracy is the ideal Zero RB target with weekly FLEX appeal as a featured member of the Giants beleaguered receiving corps and immense contingent value if Skattebo missing games. Tracy’s satellite role will also shave down Skattebo’s target share, suppressing his weekly ceiling. The Giants are going into 2026 with a run-first identity and this target-rich backfield is a great source of ADP-adjusted fantasy production. Draft both Skattebo and Tracy with confidence in all fantasy football formats.
Cam Skattebo exited Friday’s practice with an apparent left hamstring strain following a hit from linebacker Arvell Reese. Still working back from a right ankle dislocation, the 80th-percentile BMI back possesses an elite 40.7-percent College Dominator Rating (94th percentile) and a 14.4-percent College Target Share (95th percentile).
Expect a brief rehab window to interrupt his camp reps before he fully ramps back up ahead of Week 1. Skattebo is PlayerProfiler’s RB16 for 2026 PPR fantasy football leagues.
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.
