Cam Skattebo has been a wrecking ball on the football field, but off the gridiron, a legal issue has been causing havoc. While every other athlete at the NFL Combine is fixated on improving their draft stock, Skattebo’s mind is surely elsewhere, as just last night, he got sued by former teammate, Mattheos Katergaris. While the original lawsuit was filed about nine months ago, Skattebo’s name just got added to it.

The issue arose due to an incident that took place in 2023. Katergaris reportedly sustained injuries from a golf cart (which was used to transport between facilities) accident when Skattebo jumped onto the back of the cart, which caused the lineman to fall from the cart. He sustained injuries that allegedly needed months of treatment and hence, he sued Skattebo for $300K. He also sued the school. Additionally, Katergaris never played for the school and eventually entered the transfer portal in 2023.

But for Skattebo, the issue couldn’t come at a worse time: The NFL Combine. Let us not forget that the 2025 NFL Draft is in April and the timing of the legal issue could possibly affect his stock.

In fact, the Cleveland Browns (with a net value of $5.1 billion) are interested in him, as reported by ‘Newsbreak’. Now, he may not be a typical Andrew Berry choice because, at 23, the RB is an older prospect. However, age didn’t stop the team from drafting Cedric Tillman in 2023.

The Cleveland Browns are staring at an offseason of difficult decisions, and one of the biggest revolves around Nick Chubb. Chubb’s potential exit in free agency has left GM Andrew Berry scrambling for a replacement. If Cleveland does indeed part ways with their bruising All-Pro, they’ll need a back who embodies the city’s blue-collar football DNA. Enter Cam Skattebo. The former Arizona State star doesn’t have elite breakaway speed, but his relentless running style and contact balance fit the Browns’ identity like a glove. The Browns might not have to use their second-round pick on him, either. With two selections in the third round, the Browns could scoop him up as a high-value addition.

Further, some other names that Browns could consider as a replacement for Chubb are: Omarion Hampton (UNC Tar Heels), TreVeyon Henderson (Ohio State Buckeyes), LeQuint Allen (Syracuse Orange), and D.J. Giddens (Kansas State Wildcats). Considering the fact that the team has other choices lined up, Skattebo might need to be careful.

The extent of Katergaris’ injuries remains unclear, but Arizona State’s legal team has pushed back, filing that Katergaris “overtreated and/or incurred unnecessary and/or unreasonable expenses” in his medical care, and the school “has already paid for some or all” of his treatment. It also reportedly conceded it “has reason to believe Defendant Skattebo boarded the back of the golf cart while two other players were sitting on the rear section” and “admits that the rear bench of the golf cart broke.”

Regardless, this All-Big 12 first-teamer’s involvement is now a subplot in what was shaping up to be a pivotal pre-draft process for the running back. NFL teams are notorious for doing their due diligence when it comes to legal matters, and while a golf cart accident doesn’t exactly scream ‘character red flag,’ front offices will want to know if there’s more to the story.

From a pure football perspective, Skattebo still offers undeniable upside. His running style mirrors could sit well, particularly under head coach Kevin Stefanski’s zone-heavy rushing attack. But for a team like the Browns, already facing tough cap decisions and having dealt with their fair share of off-field controversies in recent years, adding a player with even a minor legal entanglement might not be in their plans.

The next few months will be crucial for Skattebo. His pro day, interviews, and private workouts will be opportunities to shift the narrative back to football, where he shines best.

When will Cam Skattebo compete at the 2025 NFL Combine?

Arizona State’s do-it-all dynamo Cam Skattebo is gearing up for one of the biggest weekends of his football career—the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. With his eyes set on boosting his draft stock, the All-American playmaker will take the field this Saturday at 11 a.m. MST, when quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs showcase their skills.

The combine officially kicks off Thursday at 1 p.m. MST with linebackers and defensive linemen in action, but for Sun Devils fans, Saturday is the day to watch. And there’s plenty of reason to tune in.

Skattebo just wrapped up one of the most complete seasons by a college running back in history. His numbers? Outrageous. 1,711 rushing yards (5.8 YPC), 605 receiving yards (13.4 YPC), and 25 total touchdowns—all in just 13 games. Oh, and he also contributed to special teams.

His versatility is what makes him a dream prospect for NFL scouts. Interestingly, he is the only player Arizona State will send to the combine this year. His first season with the Sun Devils showed how special of a player he is. He became one of their most reliable passers and with improved QB play in 2024 (with the help of Sam Leavitt), Skattebo got the opportunity to focus on being a running back.

Now only time can tell what his future NFL career will look like. What do you think?