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Cam Skattebo has certainly earned a reputation as a hard-nosed running back, but now it’s pretty easy to see why.
The New York Giants running back became a rookie phenom last season, scoring seven touchdowns in as many games before a gruesome ankle injury cut his season short.
However, he quickly won the hearts of Giants fans with his Brandon Jacobs style, despite being several inches shorter, and his knack for the end zone.
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Cam Skattebo of the New York Giants reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Well, during a recent appearance on the “Bring The Juice” podcast, Skattebo probably hinted at why his running style is the way it is.
When asked directly if CTE was “a real thing,” he responded bluntly, “No.”
“It’s an excuse,” Skattebo continued.
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive degenerative brain disease linked to repeated impacts to the head rather than a single injury, according to the Mayo Clinic. More than 100 former NFL football players have been posthumously diagnosed with CTE, according to a University of Utah study published in the Journal of Neurotrauma.
The host also noted that he thought asthma was fake, to which Skattebo agreed.
“Yeah. The asthma is fake… You’re just being gentle. Just breathe air.”
Cam Skattebo of the New York Giants reacts after a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, October 9, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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The comments echo those of Puka Nacua, who said concussions are “all in the ear” and “you just can’t think about it.”
Skattebo quarterback Jaxson Dart was checked for concussions at least five times during the season and even missed two games after being diagnosed. Skattebo was previously fined for entering the medical tent while Dart was being assessed.
In an interview with PK Press Club Digital last month, Skattebo said he was ready to take the next steps in his rehabilitation.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) leaves the field after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
“I feel good. I’m healthy after a few months, so I’m starting to forget about that, get over the tough times and get back to work,” Skattebo said.
