New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo definitely shook his head this weekend. However, coach John Harbaugh downplayed the incident.
In an interview with the Bleav in Giants podcast, Harbaugh seemed unconcerned about the unnecessary risk and joked about the situation.
“My reaction was — I haven’t talked to him yet; I’m going to talk to him, I’m sure. My reaction was, Dude, at least keep it. I mean, land the thing if you’re going to do it, you know?” Harbaugh said with a laugh. “That was my first reaction.”
It’s easy for Harbaugh to make jokes after Skattebo got out of the bullpen unscathed. If an injury occurs during his next rotation back, it would be no laughing matter – something the coach will surely express when he talks to the quarterback about the incident.
Fortunately, Skattebo, who suffered a broken tibia and dislocated right ankle in October, came out fine and continues to be with teammates in training camp. The Giants veterans will announce next week (July 28).
“Skat will be ready to go,” Harbaugh added. “He’s been working hard. He’s really been training like crazy. And his mind is on camp. He’s healthy, he’s ready to roll and I can’t wait to see him out there at practice.”