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Malik Nabers Progresses to Live Team Work but Leaves Week 1 Uncertain

Medical checkpoints and managed reps will decide whether his return can deliver the offensive boost the Giants expect.

Overview

  • Nabers has moved from non‑contact drills to full‑speed 7‑on‑7 and 11‑on‑11 work and shed the red non‑contact jersey during training camp.
  • He told reporters Tuesday that he 'feels good' but still must clear specific milestones with team trainers and doctors before being cleared to play.
  • The receiver missed the second half of 2025 after a torn ACL and meniscus, underwent ACL reconstruction and later had a second operation to remove scar tissue that slowed his rehab.
  • The Giants kept Nabers out of preseason games and have managed his practice reps to prioritize his long‑term health over a rushed return for the Sept. 13 opener in Dallas.
  • When healthy, Nabers has been a game‑changing receiver — a Pro Bowler with roughly 1,200 rookie receiving yards — so his availability would materially affect game plans for quarterback Jaxson Dart and roster expectations.