Skattebo's CTE Remarks Spark Backlash

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New York Giants running back, Cam Skatebo, stirred up major controversy during a recent

podcast.

He called Chronic, Traumatic and Sephalopathy, or CTE, just an excuse for poor performance,

and claimed asthma is not a real condition.

These remarks hit hard in the NFL world, where brain injuries have claimed many players

lives.

He had a boat quickly followed up with an apology on his Instagram story.

He said it was never his intention to downplay serious health issues or offend anyone sensitive

to those topics.

Still, the wording left many questioning if it came straight from him or his team.

Fans erupted in anger online, pointing out the dangers of CTE and how his words dismissed

real struggles.

Some called it insensitive, especially from a player who could face those risks himself.

More NFL executives even suggested lawyers and public relations pros crafted the response.

Skatebo had built a strong fan base this year, with his tough, hard-nosed running style.

But this incident marks at least his second public misstep, and critics say he talks too

much without thinking.

It will take consistent strong play and positive actions to win back trust, as the backlash

lingers into the season ahead.