Harbaugh on RB Skattebo's flubbed flip: 'At least stick it' - ESPN

What the report says

ESPN reported that coach John Harbaugh reacted with humor after running back Cam Skattebo attempted a backflip and failed to land it cleanly while dealing with a surgically repaired ankle. According to the available ESPN snippet, Harbaugh’s message was essentially that if Skattebo is going to try that kind of move, he should “at least stick it.”

The core development is less about a roster decision than about the tension teams face when players returning from injuries take avoidable physical risks. Skattebo’s ankle history is central to the concern: a backflip, even in a lighthearted setting, can put stress on the lower body and raises obvious questions about caution during recovery or preparation.

The supplied ESPN text does not provide the setting for Harbaugh’s comments, the timing of Skattebo’s backflip attempt, whether any medical evaluation followed, or whether the team plans any discipline or restrictions. It also does not state that Skattebo suffered a new injury from the failed landing.

As general context, NFL teams closely monitor players coming off surgery because setbacks can affect availability, depth charts and practice plans. Coaches often balance player personality and competitiveness with the need to limit unnecessary risk. Based on ESPN’s limited report, Harbaugh’s response appears to have been teasing rather than a formal announcement, but the episode drew attention because it involved an injured or recovering ankle.