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'It's an excuse': New York Giants’ Cam Skattebo says CTE and asthma are ‘fake’
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo is facing backlash after dismissing both chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and asthma as “fake” during a recent podcast appearance.
TL;DR
- New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo called CTE and asthma 'fake' on the Bring the Juice podcast.
- He suggested CTE is an 'excuse' and that people should 'just breathe air' regarding asthma.
- These comments have faced backlash due to the scientific consensus on both conditions.
- CTE is a progressive neurological disease linked to repeated head trauma, with a 2023 study finding it in 92% of examined former NFL players.
- Asthma is a chronic, potentially life-threatening respiratory disease.
- Skattebo, a rookie for the Giants, finished his season with 410 rushing yards and five touchdowns in eight games before an ankle injury.
- The Giants have not yet commented on his remarks.