The New York Giants fell short of a playoff berth for a third straight year, going 4-13 during the 2025 NFL season. However, rookie running back Cam Skattebo was one of New York’s most promising pieces of the season alongside rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart.
In eight appearances and five starts, the former Arizona State Sun Devil rushed for 410 yards and five touchdowns on 101 carries to go along with 24 receptions for 207 yards and two touchdowns. However, Skattebo’s year was derailed after suffering a season-ending ankle injury in Week 8 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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It’s expected that Skattebo will be ready to return by Week 1 of the 2026 season. If not, the Giants will still be able to lean on Tyrone Tracy Jr., whose 740 rushing yards last year led the team.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44).Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
(Eric Hartline-Imagn Images)
Even with Skattebo and Tracy, The Sporting News’ Vinnie Iyer predicts the Giants will sign running back Najee Harris in free agency.
“Harris was showing some promise in the Greg Roman offense before he went down in his lone season with the Chargers,” Iyer wrote. “Roman now works for the Giants, where they need some power contingency for Cam Skattebo.”
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It was a down season for Harris after being limited to just three games for the Los Angeles Chargers because of a torn Achilles. However, his past success with the Pittsburgh Steelers makes him an intriguing option.
The former Alabama star rushed for at least 1,000 yards in each of his first four seasons with the Steelers. From 2021 to 2024, he combined for 4,312 rushing yards and 28 touchdowns. He also had 180 receptions for 1,149 yards and six touchdowns. Harris even earned a Pro Bowl nod in his rookie season.
While Skattebo and Tracy may be a strong duo, adding Harris would be a cheap move. Spotrac projects his market value will earn him a one-year, $2.9 million contract. It would be a low risk for a player to hit 1,000 yards in four of his five seasons in the NFL.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Mar 19, 2026, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.