'I still have more to prove': Giants rookie Cam Skattebo's giant ambitions

After being drafted by the New York Giants in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL draft at 105 overall, the newly inducted player is indeed feeling the pressure to prove his game in the big league. Highlighting the fact that the Giants have not only drafted a running back but also a relentless competitor with intentions of getting established in the sport. Skattebo, being a fairly new player, holds an impressive reputation for his bruising runs as the Arizona State Sun Devils ’ running back during his college years. With a vision going beyond the rookie spotlight, Skattebo’s recent comments have reflected his desire to put his best foot forward in the game to stand out.

Cam Skattebo is here to hit hard and create history with the Giants

Dawg Mentality: Giants rookie RB Cam Skattebo was asked what motivates him after making it to the NFL:

“How many snaps in the NFL have you seen me play? Zero. I've proved nothing.”

NY drafted a STUD with Skattebo 😤😤pic.twitter.com/DaGvIMLJkW

— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) May 9, 2025

As a newbie to the big league, Skattebo’s recent videos of him doing field practices with fellow rookies have been catching attention. Not being new to the game, the Giants' RB rookie has been on point with his athleticism and on-ground presence. With a lot to prove ahead, Skattebo recently spoke with Pro Football Talk reporters to shed some light on his future vision after entering a bigger league; he stated, “How many snaps of the NFL have you seen me play?” Skattebo asked during rookie camp. “Zero, right? I’ve proved nothing. I’ve proved what I am in college, but I’ve proved nothing at this level. So now, where I’m at, I have to prove myself, and if that’s for five years or if that’s for 10 years, I’m going to continue to prove myself.”

Cam Skattebo is the guy you want to leave EVERY rookie draft with in round 2:

- 45+ receptions
- 24 total touchdowns
- 2,300+ all purpose yards
- 102 forced missed tackles
- Rushed for 100+ 1st downs

I’m chasing upside in round 2 and Skatty is a DAWG 🚂pic.twitter.com/ExluA9CxQO

— Snoog's Fantasy HQ (@FFSnoog) February 5, 2025

Skattebo stated, “I’ve worked 18 years to get to this moment. I’m on an NFL team now, and I still have more to prove.” He continued, “It feels good when you get in the end zone, but imagine running someone over and then running another person over and then getting in the end zone. When you’re physical, it shows the work you put in in the weight room and how much you do to make your game better.”


A 5-foot-9 and 219-lb. Skattebo has a long journey to be one of the best running backs in the history of the NFL, but his confident approach towards the future can promise a meaningful role in the Giants’ offense.


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