A bold push for a star running back
The New York Giants tried to make a huge move before the NFL trade deadline by making a call to the Atlanta Falcons about Bijan Robinson.
The team has been searching for help at running back since hiring head coach John Harbaugh earlier this year. Their interest in Robinson was part of a broader search across the league.
It remains unclear whether New York made an actual trade offer to Atlanta for Robinson, who is the leading rusher in the NFL. The 24 year old star has racked up 1,130 yards from scrimmage this season. That places him second in the league behind Detroit back Jahmyr Gibbs. However, figures around the league believe Atlanta views Robinson as untouchable.
Harbaugh seeking the right target
John Harbaugh has made it clear that he wants to build a big, physical football team focused on a strong running attack.
Shortly before the deadline on Tuesday, Harbaugh was asked about adding a playmaker. He said he would be excited for the right guy, adding that his excitement level depends on the player. He stated that there are players you love and players you like, and he wanted a player that they love.
The Giants have struggled on the ground despite their winning record. New York sits 17th in rushing offense, averaging 112.1 yards per game and 3.9 yards per carry.
Failed deal for Jonathan Taylor
Robinson was not the only big name New York targeted. The team also looked into Kenneth Walker III in free agency, Jeremiyah Love in the draft, Tony Pollard from Tennessee, and Justice Hill from Baltimore.
They also made a formal trade offer to the Indianapolis Colts for Jonathan Taylor. New York offered a second round draft pick, a future fifth round pick, and an unnamed player.
The Colts wanted significantly more in return and did not seem eager to trade Taylor. Harbaugh stated that New York eventually took the offer off the table, and the two sides never seriously reengaged before the deadline.
Moving forward with current options
The Giants sit first in the NFC East with a 5-2-1 record, but they ultimately made no moves at the trade deadline.
They will rely on Cam Skattebo as their main option in the backfield. Skattebo leads the squad with 418 rushing yards and is averaging 4.3 yards per carry. He is scheduled to return on Thursday night against the Washington Commanders after missing one game with a hamstring injury.
Skattebo had the first two carries of over 20 yards in his career during a Week 8 overtime victory against the Houston Texans. He was also demoted for a game earlier this season following fumble issues. Backup Tyrone Tracy Jr. is currently on injured reserve with a hamstring injury, leaving Skattebo and Devin Singletary to carry the load.
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