New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo has apologized for what he now admits were “tasteless” jokes about asthma and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).
The 24-year-old, going into his second season in the NFL, appeared on the Bring the Juice podcast back on March 12 when he was asked about CTE injuries, ESPN reported.
Asked whether he felt CTE was a “real” injury, Skattebo replied, “No, it’s an excuse.”
But after days of blowback, Skattebo reversed course and posted an apology for his comment on X on March 21.
“I recently did an interview and had a lapse in judgment, which resulted in me making a tasteless joke about CTE and asthma. It was never my intention to downplay the seriousness of head injuries or asthma. I sincerely apologize to anyone that was offended by my remarks, and I assure you that I’ll be more mindful and respectful going forward,” he
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