On October 25, 2026, New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo was penalized for unnecessary roughness after a collision with Houston Texans safety M.J. Stewart. The penalty raised questions about the NFL's rules on helmet-to-helmet hits. Giants head coach John Harbaugh expressed confusion over the call and clarified that Skattebo's lack of carries in the previous game was not intentional. The game was tied at 14-14 at halftime.
Key facts
- Cam Skattebo was penalized for unnecessary roughness on October 25, 2026.
- The penalty occurred during a collision with Texans safety M.J. Stewart.
- The Giants and Texans were tied 14-14 at halftime.
- John Harbaugh stated Skattebo's lack of carries in Week 6 was not by design.
- Skattebo returned to the offense after concerns about his fumbles.
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