New York Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo took to X on Monday evening to share an uplifting message following his gruesome open ankle dislocation suffered during the team’s Week 8 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
The 2025 fourth-round pick, who was carted off the field in the second quarter after a collision while attempting to catch a pass, underwent successful emergency surgery Sunday night in Philadelphia to repair the injury and prevent complications.
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In his post, Skattebo expressed profound gratitude.
“Thank you everyone for the support!! Surgery went well. I just want to thank the city of Philly for taking the best care of me. Every moment I spent in the hospital with family and friends I felt loved and supported in every way,” Skattebo wrote.
“Thank you to the doctors, surgeons, and staff that did their best work on me. This is just the beginning of my journey and I can’t wait to show you guys all about it!!! GOD has a plan for me, stick the course and it will all work itself out. BRB.”
The post, which garnered over 199,000 likes and millions of views, highlighted the overwhelming support from fans, including Eagles supporters who stood in solidarity during the game.
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Giants head coach Brian Daboll echoed the positivity earlier Monday, noting the procedure “went well” and praising Skattebo’s infectious spirit after a 4:00 a.m. text from the rookie.
Experts anticipate a full recovery by 2026, bolstering optimism for his promising NFL career. As the Giants regroup their backfield, Skattebo’s resilience shines through, reminding everyone that setbacks are merely setups for comebacks.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: Cam Skattebo shares encouraging, heartwarming post-surgery update