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Jordan Raanan
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo suffered an open tibia fracture and ruptured deltoid ligament in addition to an ankle dislocation in Sunday’s loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Skattebo underwent emergency surgery Sunday night in Philadelphia to address the injuries but has since returned to New Jersey. Coach Brian Daboll said Wednesday that the rookie was «wheeling around» the team facility and sitting in on meetings.
The overall prognosis for the injuries is relatively positive, a source said. Skattebo is expected back before the start of next season if there are no complications.
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There were some questions asked to Giants players earlier in the week about the play being considered a hip-drop tackle. They did not provide any strong opinions one way or the other.
The league declined to comment earlier in the week on whether there would be any fines or penalties assessed from the play.
Skattebo, a fourth-round pick out of Arizona State, had his rookie season end with 101 rushes for 410 yards with five touchdowns. He also had a pair of receiving scores.
The Giants (2-6) now have to move forward without star wide receiver Malik Nabers and Skattebo. Nabers underwent surgery on the torn ACL in his right knee Tuesday in the Dallas area. He is expected to return to the Giants for rehabilitation later in the week, according to Daboll.
