Malik Nabers among injured players expected for 2026 NFL debut
Bleacher Report • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:07 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
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With the 2026 NFL season starting in a few weeks, several key players will miss Week 1 due to injuries. Malik Nabers is highlighted among those who may return shortly after the start of the season. The Indianapolis Colts made headlines this offseason by signing wide receiver Alec Pierce to a significant contract extension following his strong performance last year. Teams are preparing for the season with varying degrees of player availability as injuries affect rosters across the league.
- •2026 NFL season begins in weeks.
- •Malik Nabers and others expected to miss Week 1.
- •Indianapolis Colts extended contract for wideout Alec Pierce.
- •Several teams dealing with injury issues before the opener.
- 5:07 PMBleacher Report — Predicting When Malik Nabers, More Injured NFL Stars Will Make 2026 NFL Debut - Bleacher Report
"The start of the 2026 NFL season is only a few short weeks away, but there won't be a full complement of stars available when teams take the field in Week 1.
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