Giants limit Cam Skattebo to six snaps in loss to Saints

Skattebo said he understood the punishment after a fumble in the previous game, but was surprised by the lack of any touches.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:06:27 GMT

Cam Skattebo played only six offensive snaps – all in the first half – and had no carries as the New York Giants lost 34-27 to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, according to the Associated Press and the New York Post.

What happened

The Giants entered the game knowing Skattebo’s workload would be reduced after a fumble in overtime that sealed a 27‑27 tie with Washington on Oct. 11. In the Saints game, Skattebo was on the field for six offensive snaps in the first half and did not receive a single rushing attempt or target.

What the reports add

The New York Post noted that Skattebo had been limited to six snaps and no touches in the 34‑27 loss, and that he had previously been reduced after four fumbles in the first five games. The Associated Press report repeated the snap count and added that the six snaps were all in the first half, emphasizing that the reduction caught Skattebo “a little by surprise.” Both outlets quoted Skattebo’s comments on the punishment.

What was said

Skattebo told the Post, “I got punished for what I did, and I understand. I’ve got to be ready when coach calls my name. And that wasn’t today.” The Associated Press quoted the same remarks, adding, “I didn’t expect to have zero, but I was expecting to not play as much, just like I did.”

How it came about

Skattebo’s reduced role follows a pattern described in earlier Felo News coverage. On Oct. 2, Felo reported his focus on personal performance after returning from a fractured tibia. On Oct. 11, Felo detailed his fumble that helped tie the Commanders in overtime, after which the Giants began limiting his early‑season snaps, a strategy he later explained as intended to wear down defenses. The snap limitation in the Saints game is a continuation of that approach.

Key facts

Cam Skattebo played six offensive snaps, all in the first half, and recorded no carries in the Giants' 34-27 loss to the Saints. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Skattebo had previously fumbled in overtime against Washington, leading to a 27-27 tie. (nypost.com)
Skattebo said he understood the punishment and was surprised by having zero touches. (nypost.com)