Giants' new star pays tribute to FOX NFL Sunday's Michael Strahan after draft selection
Cam Skattebo may not have had the spotlight moment shaking Roger Goodell's hand on a glitzy stage, but he still marked his
NFL
Draft day in memorable fashion, paying homage to the city that snapped him up. It came as
the Cleveland Browns selected Shedeur Sanders
after a historic slide, although
his father Deion might not be a fan of the ex-Colorado QB's landing spot
.
The tenacious Arizona State running back took to social media
, donning a classic
Michael Strahan
jersey for a mirror selfie, complete with an iced-out chain and a spanking new
New York Giants
cap. Skattebo's post, "You know what it is," accompanied his celebratory snap as he proudly posed in Giants colors following his fourth-round
, No. 105 overall pick.
The Giants' online crew gave a shoutout to Strahan as they shared the post. Skattebo's draft pick was more than just a selection; it was the fulfillment of a prophecy he made back in April 2021 when he declared that he would make it to the draft one day.
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Unfortunately, what should've been a cheerful moment inadvertently reopened some old sores among fans, leading to Strahan becoming an inadvertent target.
Despite being a Super Bowl victor, Hall of Famer, and seven-time Pro Bowler, Strahan's recent social media silence since March did little to shield him from Giants supporters venting residual bitterness stemming from his open backing of NFC East rivals the
Philadelphia
Eagles and ex-Giants sensation Saquon Barkley during Super Bowl LIX.
"He needs to take the traitor's number off his back," blasted one irate fan online. Others joined the chorus of disapproval, with one writing, "We don't claim Strahan anymore." Another one said, "Strahan getting cooked in this comment section. Deservingly so."
The groundswell of resentment comes after a notable moment in February when Strahan brandished an Eagles flag during a pre-Super Bowl interview, igniting the fury of fans who watched Philly triumph over the Chiefs.
On 'Good Morning America' last Thursday,
Strahan received an Eagles green jersey
complete with No. 25 and his own name on it as a gift. The former Giant merely laughed and crumpled it up before chucking it across the set to the evident delight of co-host Robin Roberts and fellow GMA staff.
"All I can say is 'You Wish,'" retorted Strahan, before he nonchalantly tossed away the presented jersey. To Strahan, it may have been all in jest, but the act didn't sit well with Giants die-hards whose allegiances were already tested.
Meanwhile, Skattebo's arrival continued a strong draft for the Giants. New York stirred up the sports community with their draft picks, first taking Penn State's promising edge rusher Abdul Carter third overall. Then, adding to the buzz, they made a surprise move that sent shockwaves through the draft sphere: they overlooked Colorado's Shedeur Sanders in favor of Ole Miss quarterback Jaxon Dart for the coveted No. 25 pick.
On the third day of the draft, New York beefed up their line-up with Toledo defensive tackle Darius Alexander, Purdue offensive guard Marcus Mbow, and Nebraska tight end Thomas Fidone II.
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