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Report: Najee Harris Is Expected to Take Larger Role in Giants Backfield
Najee Harris is expected to start as the Giants shift to a committee after Cam Skattebo’s four fumbles, ESPN reporters said.
- On Sunday, October 18, 2026, the New York Giants shifted to a running back committee approach, with Najee Harris assuming a larger role while Cam Skattebo is downgraded following repeated fumbling issues.
- Skattebo has fumbled four times in five games this season, including a critical overtime turnover against the Washington Commanders in Week 5 that negated a potential game-winning field goal.
- While Skattebo has 81 carries this season, Harris has 27 carries for 97 yards; Tyrone Tracy and Devin Singletary are also expected to be active for today's matchup.
- Any work Skattebo receives today against the New Orleans Saints will be under a microscope, as Giants head coach John Harbaugh acknowledged the team must address fumbling issues.
- The committee approach complicates fantasy outlooks for all running backs, though Harris may benefit from increased opportunities against the Saints' porous run defense allowing 148.8 rushing yards per game.
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Cam Skattebo gets demotion from Giants
Cam Skattebo is facing a demotion from the New York Giants due to his recent issues with ball security. The Giants intend to give running back Najee Harris a more significant role for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints, according to Jordan Ranaan of ESPN. Though all the team’s running backs are likely to …
Report: Najee Harris is expected to take larger role in Giants backfield
Cam Skattebo has been the Giants' top running back through the first five weeks of the regular season, but a report on Sunday morning indicates that could change against the Saints in Week 6.
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