New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo is trying to reassure fans who are worried for his health after his failed backflip on stage at Fanatics Fest.
Skattebo on Sunday addressed his viral backflip attempt while speaking on stage at the event in New York. He acknowledged the mixed reactions to his stunt, and explained why he had looked so awkward doing it.
“I’m gonna address the elephant… I will not hurt myself before the season,” Skattebo said to applause. “Those floors are bouncy. When I took off, I was midair like, holy cow, I’m not going to land this, I’m way too high. Landed, but it had too much cushion. It wasn’t a stiff, firm ground. That’s why I went back, safely landed, got back up, good to go. I’m perfectly fine. Nothing happened.”
“I’m gonna address the elephant… I will NOT hurt myself before the season.”
— Anthony Rivardo (@Anthony_Rivardo) July 19, 2026
– Cam Skattebo responds to his viral backflip stumble. #NYGiants pic.twitter.com/tiS4HWKuPM
Skattebo terrified Giants fans everywhere when video emerged of him not quite sticking the backflip on Saturday. He missed most of last season due to a serious ankle injury, which only added to the concern.
This is not exactly new, as Skattebo was able to land his signature backflip a couple months ago. He appears to be healthy and ready to go for the new season as long as he does not do anything silly to hurt himself again.
In the eight games he played in 2025, Skattebo racked up 410 rushing yards to go with 5 touchdowns on 101 carries, adding 207 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns on 24 receptions and 32 targets.
