Skattebo Scores Twice, but Giants Fall to Commanders

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo rushed for two touchdowns and recorded 122 yards from scrimmage against the Washington Commanders, but New York lost 24-21 after a late Washington score. Skattebo also drew attention when he stared into a television camera for about 10 seconds at the start of the fourth quarter, a moment that circulated online as a meme.

Skattebo carried 18 times for 78 yards and caught three passes for 44 yards. His two rushing touchdowns doubled his season total, according to the game report. He was returning after missing the Giants’ previous game with a hamstring injury.

The camera shot came as New York prepared to resume an offensive possession. The broadcast showed Skattebo looking directly into the lens, while announcer Al Michaels laughed. The clip circulated on social media, though its broader reach was not quantified in the reports.

Washington scored the decisive touchdown late in the fourth quarter, taking a 24-21 lead. New York’s final possession ended with an interception, leaving Skattebo’s production short of a win. The Giants had led 21-17 before Washington’s late score.

The performance followed reports that the Giants had explored adding a...