Cam Skattebo cleared for Giants training camp after backflip incident

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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo received full medical clearance and took part in the team’s first practice on Wednesday in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. The 24‑year‑old is recovering from a dislocated ankle, fractured tibia/fibula and ruptured deltoid ligament suffered last season and says he feels about 99 % healthy.

During Fanatics Fest on July 18 in New York City, Skattebo attempted a backflip that landed awkwardly on his surgically repaired ankle. General manager Joe Schoen and head coach John Harbaugh spoke to him afterward, warning that such stunts pose health and perception risks. Skattebo acknowledged the talks, stating he will keep backflips off the field and focus on training. He is slated to be ready for the season opener on Sept 13 against Dallas.

The incident drew media attention, but the Giants confirmed the player is cleared to compete and will remain disciplined in his off‑field activities.

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[● 3 SOURCES] Skattebo took part in the Giants' first practice on Wednesday in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. (Practice attendance reported in multiple articles.)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Skattebo successfully performed a backflip at a charity softball game in May. (Earlier off‑field stunt reported.)
[● 3 SOURCES] The backflip at Fanatics Fest took place on July 18 in New York City and landed awkwardly on his repaired ankle. (Event coverage.)
[● 2 SOURCES] He feels about 99 % healthy and expects to be ready for the season opener on Sept 13 against Dallas. (Player health update.)
[● 3 SOURCES] Skattebo said he will keep backflips off the field and focus on training. (Player interview at training camp.)
[● 4 SOURCES] Cam Skattebo received full medical clearance to participate in New York Giants training camp. (Giants general manager Joe Schoen said “He's good to go.”)
[● 7 SOURCES] Giants GM Joe Schoen and head coach John Harbaugh warned Skattebo about his backflip stunt. (Comments from Schoen and Harbaugh reported in several articles.)
[● 2 SOURCES] He suffered a dislocated ankle, fractured tibia/fibula and ruptured deltoid ligament in his rookie season. (Giants injury report.)