Giants expect Malik Nabers to return for Week 1 opener

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Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Giants expect Malik Nabers to return for Week 1 opener
Summary

Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers is on track to play in the season opener against the Cowboys on September 13, according to General Manager Joe Schoen. Nabers underwent surgery in October for a torn ACL and had a follow-up procedure this offseason. Despite not yet practicing, offensive coordinator Matt Nagy praised Nabers' mental approach to learning the new system. The Giants have added depth to their receiving corps with several new signings.

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  • Joe Schoen anticipates Nabers will return by Week 1.
  • Nabers had surgery for a torn ACL last October.
  • He has been praised for quickly learning the new offensive system.
  • The Giants added multiple receivers this offseason for depth.
Latest Updates
  • 2:02 PMYahoo SportsJoe Schoen still optimistic that WR Malik Nabers will be ready Week 1
  • 12:15 PMYahoo SportsNew York Giants' Joe Schoen on Malik Nabers: 'Think he'll be fine Week 1'
  • 8:18 AMYahoo SportsGiants GM Joe Schoen thinks Malik Nabers will be ready to go for Week 1
What they're saying
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New York Giants GM Joe Schoen remains confident that WR Malik Nabers will be ready to play in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys.

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The Giants expect Nabers to start against the Cowboys in the Sunday Night Football opener.

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GM says Nabers is “trending in the right direction.”

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