# Cam Skattebo Defies Helmet Penalty

> Vikings RB Cam Skattebo vows to keep helmet-lowering penalty despite NFL fines.
- Title: Cam Skattebo Defies Helmet Penalty · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Vikings RB Cam Skattebo vows to keep helmet-lowering penalty despite NFL fines. Vikings running back Cam Skattebo says he'll continue helmet-lowering plays…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/cam-skattebo-on-penalty-for-lowering-his-helmet-im-going-to-keep-doing-it
- Published: 2026-10-26T12:05:49.513+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: cam skattebo, vikings, nfl, helmet penalty, unnecessary roughness, running back, sports
## Cam Skattebo penalty
Vikings running back Cam Skattebo got an unnecessary roughness penalty for lowering his helmet into a Texans defender.
## Skattebo's stance
Skattebo says he'll keep doing helmet-lowering plays despite NFL penalties or fines.
## Skattebo's quote
I'm going to keep doing it, keep playing hard, and if they punish me I'll do it anyway.

> I'm going to keep doing it, keep playing hard, and if they punish me I'll do it anyway
## Skattebo's criticism
Skattebo criticized NFL for using hits that draw penalties or fines for promotional clips.
## Skattebo's future
Skattebo says fines won't stop him from playing the way he wants to play.
## Key takeaway

Vikings running back Cam Skattebo says he'll continue helmet-lowering plays despite NFL penalties.