PHILADELPHIA (AP) — In a troubling turn of events for the New York Giants, promising rookie running back Cam Skattebo suffered a severe right ankle injury during Sunday’s matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. This injury might sideline him for the remainder of his first NFL season.

The incident occurred in the second quarter when Skattebo was hit hard while attempting to catch a pass over the middle. The impact left him in visible agony, prompting him to slam his helmet on the ground. As he lay on the field, his foot appeared twisted, surrounded by teammates and opponents alike, who showed their support as he awaited medical assistance.

Skattebo, just 23 years old and a fourth-round selection from Arizona State in the 2025 draft, was quickly fitted with an air cast on his lower right leg before being transported off the field. Despite the injury, he acknowledged the supportive cheers from the Eagles’ fans with a raised right arm. The team confirmed he would not return to the game.

Before the injury, Skattebo had been a standout performer, having scored three rushing touchdowns in a previous encounter with the Eagles earlier this month. In Sunday’s game, he had also managed to secure an 18-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Jaxson Dart.

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Giants players were distraught at the gruesome sight of Skattebo’s ankle bent the other way and many turned away from the scene. Dart turned away and barked profanities before he took a knee and buried his head in his hand.

The Giants entered Sunday just 2-5 but Dart and Skattebo’s play had infused the organization with needed optimism. Skattebo ran for three touchdowns, Dart had one rushing and another passing and the Giants beat the Eagles 34-17 earlier this month.

Skattebo entered Sunday with 398 yards rushing and five touchdowns.