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Harbaugh Tells RBs To Earn Playing Time
Giants coach John Harbaugh demands running backs earn more opportunities after Sunday's loss.
In brief
Giants coach John Harbaugh demands running backs earn more opportunities after Sunday's loss. Giants coach John Harbaugh tells running backs Cam Skattebo and Najee Harris to earn playing time through performance. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Harbaugh's message to RBs
Giants coach John Harbaugh tells running backs to earn playing time after Sunday's 34-27 loss to Saints.
“Our run game hasn't earned that yet. None of those guys have.”
Najee Harris' performance
Harris started but gained only two yards on four carries in Sunday's game.
Cam Skattebo's role
Skattebo played six snaps with no carries after being the Giants' lead back.
Harbaugh's advice
Harbaugh says running backs must make the most of opportunities to earn more playing time.
“Do something. I get it, you want to get out there and get a rhythm, but that rhythm is earned, too.”
Harris' response
Harris confirmed he understands the need to earn playing time after being told he would start.
“Correct.”
Next game
Giants face Houston Texans on October 25 before playing Eagles on November 8.
The takeaway
Giants coach John Harbaugh tells running backs Cam Skattebo and Najee Harris to earn playing time through performance.
