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Giants’ Malik Nabers Undergoes Second Knee ‘Cleanup’ as Team Targets Week 1

His rehab progress will determine his training camp status.

Sep 28, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) is carted off the field following an injury during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at MetLife Stadium. Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Sep 28, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Cam Hart (20) breaks up a pass intended for New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium. Nabers was carted off the field with an injury after the play. Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Athletic reported Wednesday that Nabers had a follow-up surgery multiple weeks ago to remove scar tissue causing knee stiffness, a routine cleanup not expected to change his timeline.
  • The Giants remain hopeful he will be ready for the Sept. 13 season opener against the Cowboys, with a clearer read expected once training camp begins.
  • Nabers tore his right ACL and meniscus on Sept. 28, 2025, and underwent ACL reconstruction with a full meniscus repair on Oct. 28 performed by knee specialist Dr. Daniel E. Cooper.
  • Some voices urge caution, with ESPN’s Jordan Raanan questioning Week 1 readiness, while others like Tom Pelissero and Pat McAfee describe recent feedback as optimistic after the cleanup.
  • New York added receiving depth with Darnell Mooney, Calvin Austin III and third-round pick Malachi Fields, moves that could ease pressure on second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart if Nabers ramps up more slowly.