New York Giants rookie Cam Skattebo named one of biggest NFL draft steals
New York Giants rookie Cam Skattebo named one of biggest NFL draft steals
The New York Giants, specifically general manager Joe Schoen, have received praise for how they handled the 2025 NFL draft.
With seven total picks, the Giants found solutions to questions on both sides of the ball. They thought they'd have to choose between Marcus Mbow and Cam Skattebo, but they managed to get both. They also added Abdul Carter as the third overall pick. An instant impact player, Carter is a solid addition to the defense.
But Carter isn't the only dynamic player the Giants drafted this year. Jaxson Dart could be their quarterback of the future, and Skattebo is vastly underrated. Pro Football Focus has named Skattebo as one of the biggest steals of the draft.
Skattebo was RB3 and the No. 51 overall player on the PFF Big Board, making this a strong value pick for the Giants at the top of the fourth round. He doesn't have elite speed, but he excels in many areas that translate well to the NFL. Skattebo ranked above the 85th percentile in PFF rushing grade in both gap and zone schemes in 2024 and was the only running back besides Ashton Jeanty to force more than 100 missed tackles on the ground last season.
What Skattebo lacks in speed, he makes up for in other attributes. His size, strength, and power are all reasons he scored 21 touchdowns and averaged 5.8 yards per carry in his senior season at Arizona State.
Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Devin Singletary sit in front of Skattebo on the depth chart, but if Skattebo performs well, it wouldn't be surprising to see that change. His tenacity on the field, his ability to carry bodies on his back while moving the ball forward, and his determination to continue to improve are all reasons he will have a successful NFL career.
The Giants got a steal with Skattebo in the fourth round. Now let's see if Brian Daboll can make anything out of it.
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