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Doctor of physical therapy explains Cam Skattebo’s gruesome ankle injury and recovery outlook
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Cam Skattebo’s promising start to his rookie season was cut short on Sunday after he suffered a gruesome injury in the New York Giants’ loss to the Philadelphia Eagles that warranted no replays being shown.
The running back suffered ligament tears while dislocating his ankle, which resulted in a compound wound, after getting tackled by Zach Baun on Sunday.
Skattebo had surgery in Philadelphia just hours after the injury, which was necessary because of the open wound, Doctor of Physical Therapy Tom Christ said in an interview with Fox News Digital.
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New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo is carted off the field during the game between the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles on October 26th, 2025 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (Terence Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
“It’s infection control. We kind of thought this from watching the injury — both the tibia and fibula snapped. And what happens when they snap is sometimes the bone can protrude through the skin. That was definitely a concern if you saw the play. But it was an open fracture, meaning the skin has been compromised. Now, any bacteria from his sock, the field, wherever, can easily get into the skin. And since the bone is fractured, it could get into the bone itself,” Christ said.
In essence, it was to avoid an Alex Smith situation, in which his life was in danger after getting sepsis due to infections from his compound injury in 2018.
“If he does develop a bad infection, that’s going to make things really, really, really complicated and bad,” Christ, whose Fantasy Injury Team takes deep dives football injuries and their effects on fantasy football, added.
Head coach Brian Daboll said Skattebo has a “long road” ahead, and Christ concurred, even assuming an infection is avoided.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) leaves the field after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
“Pretty early on, for the first six weeks, he’s probably not weight-bearing at all. So right there, you’re going to get a lot of weakness developing. Atrophy sets in real fast,” Christ said.
So Skattebo will spend several weeks strengthening the rest of his leg before even putting weight on his right foot, the doctor said. Christ added Skattebo probably won’t be cleared for jogging or weightlifting until roughly four months out, and won’t have full range of motion for about three. However, if most of it is back within 12 weeks, “he’s set up for a really good rehab.”
Skattebo does benefit from his playstyle, which isn’t exactly juking out defenders but rather a more old-school, ground-and-pound attack.
“He’s not a speed guy. It’s not like he’s Jahmyr Gibbs, De’Von Achane. He’s a bruiser, he’s absolutely fearless – potentially psycho – he uses his blockers really well, he has great vision, and he’s a tremendous pass-catcher. Those are all things that will be less of a challenge to regain from this type of injury. If he were Gibbs or Achane, he may never get the top-top speed back.”
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) reacts after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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If all goes to plan, despite the horrifying nature of the injury, the Arizona State alum could return to his impressive, thunderous form, according to Christ. Skattebo’s age, just 23, will play a huge factor in his comeback.
“I cannot emphasize enough how critical his age is here. I know this is going to sound crazy here, but Chris Godwin being 28 when his injury happened, that five-year gap of 23 to 28 is huge with these types of rehabs. The younger you are, the more efficient your body is at healing. It just helps everything, man. It helps so much. I do think he can get back to a high level of play.”
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Fulham are likely to reignite their interest in United States men’s striker Ricardo Pepi in the summer transfer window after the potential move broke down this January, sources have told ESPN.
Fulham and PSV Eindhoven were close to agreeing on a fee in the region of €37 million ($43.9m) for the USMNT striker, but the deal was contingent on PSV finding a replacement, according to sources.
With the transfer deadline ticking ever closer, PSV pulled the plug on the deal as they were unable to find a suitable candidate to fill Pepi’s shoes.
The Premier League side has already recruited Oscar Bobb this window and was keen to add the young striker as well.
Pepi, 23, has been in fantastic form for PSV this season, scoring eight goals in 15 Eredivisie matches. He is seen as an ideal target to bolster Fulham’s forward options, though he is out currently with a broken forearm.
Sources say that Fulham are keen to explore another move for Pepi in the summer.
The 23-year-old began his career at FC Dallas before spells at Augsburg and Groningen before joining PSV, where he has 26 goals in 60 games, alongside 13 in 34 for the USMNT.
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DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has convened a virtual emergency board meeting today after the Pakistani government announced that the Green Shirts will participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup but boycott the February 15 match against India.
The group-stage clash between the arch-rivals is set to be played on February 15, 2026, in Sri Lanka.
The decision to boycott the match was declared by the government of Pakistan through its official social media channel on Sunday.
The announcement followed a conclusive meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi.
The government’s statement explicitly granted the national team approval to participate in the tournament while simultaneously forbidding it from taking the field against India.
This move is perceived as a direct attempt to financially pressure the ICC, which PCB chief recently accused of applying “double standards” and operating under the influence of the Indian cricket board.
The International Cricket Council has confirmed it awaits formal communication from the Pakistan Cricket Board regarding this decision.
In a preliminary response, the global governing body expressed serious dismay, stating that selective participation contradicts the fundamental principle of a world sporting event. The ICC warned that such an action damages the spirit of the competition itself.
While recognising the prerogative of national governments, the ICC publicly urged the PCB to reconsider, arguing that the decision harms the sport and its global fanbase.
The council encouraged the Pakistani board to pursue a mutually acceptable solution that protects the interests of all stakeholders in the game.
The ICC board is now compelled to determine the tournament’s integrity and address a clear breach of its playing agreements, which require teams to fulfil all scheduled fixtures.
Informed sources indicate the meeting will deliberate on imposing significant sanctions against Pakistan.
These potential measures include imposing heavy financial fines on the PCB and enforcing a possible ban from subsequent ICC tournaments.
Additional consequences could involve restricting Pakistan’s bilateral series engagements with other top cricketing nations and placing limitations on foreign player involvement in the Pakistan Super League.
The PCB may also be held financially liable for compensating broadcasters and other commercial partners for losses resulting from the boycotted match.
The backdrop to this crisis includes recent PCB dissatisfaction with ICC decisions, notably the late replacement of Bangladesh with Scotland in the tournament schedule.
Pakistan Shaheens have announced their squad for the upcoming T20 and ODI series against England Lions to be played in the United Arab Emirates, with Shamil Hussain named captain for both formats.
All matches of the series will be held at the Oval Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
The three-match T20 series will begin on February 20, followed by a five-match ODI series from February 27 to March 9.
Abdul Samad, Hassan Nawaz, Moaz Sadaqat and Saad Khan have been included in the squad, along with Sameer Minhas and Arafat Minhas.
Rohail Nazir and Saad Baig will share wicketkeeping duties.
Spin bowlers Saad Masood and Sufyan Muqim are also part of the team, while the fast bowling unit includes Ali Raza, Ahmed Daniyal, Akif Javed, Muhammad Salman and Shahid Aziz.
Pakistan Shaheens will hold a seven-day training camp in Karachi from February 11 to February 17.
Former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has been appointed mentor and manager of the Shaheens.
Ijaz Ahmed will serve as head coach, with Mansoor Amjad named fielding coach and Aizaz Cheema as bowling coach.
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