Source: Sporting News
Summary
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo has been a fan favorite since entering the league. Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh revealed that the 49ers nearly drafted Skattebo in the 2025 NFL Draft before he was selected by the Giants. Saleh said the 49ers had considered Skattebo as a backup to Christian McCaffrey. Skattebo has rushed for 527 yards and six touchdowns in his first 10 games. He returned from an ankle injury to rush for 81 yards and a touchdown in Week 1.
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This one felt recognizable early.
Skattebo’s Giants debut was always going to be a hit.
49ers almost had him, then didn’t.
McCaffrey and Skattebo would’ve been something.
But the Giants got him, and fans are happy.
What if? is the question fans ask every draft.
Author: Evan Null
