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By Matt Audilet
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The New York Giants were active on the trade market in pursuit of running back options, according to multiple reports.
The Giants reportedly went after names like Jonathan Taylor, Bijan Robinson and Tony Pollard, but were ultimately unable to get a deal done.
New York's failure to land a new running back before the deadline leaves the team with a thin room led by second-year ball carrier Cam Skattebo, who's dealt with injury and fumbling issues through this year's campaign.
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Skattebo has 418 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns through seven games this year. He eclipsed 100 rushing yards in a game for the first time this year in a Week 7 win over the Houston Texans, but suffered a hamstring injury at the end of a big run in overtime.
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Skattebo responded to the Giants' pursuit of running back options during a recent interview.
“I would be skeptical, too, if my running back was going for 60 yards a game and not really exploding out,” Skattebo said, via Dan Duggan of The Athletic. “I’m still getting comfortable. I’m still learning how to play football in this league.
“I’ve been that guy,” he continued. “They know what I’m capable of. They know what I can do. When I come out and I’m ready to play football, I can be one of the most dangerous backs in the league. Simple as that.”
Sklattebo missed last weekend's win over the Philadelphia Eagles, but will return to the field for tonight's "Thursday Night Football" clash against the Washington Commanders.
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