John Harbaugh shared promising update on Malik Nabers' Week 1 status
Here's the latest on Malik Nabers' official status for the Giants as he recovers from a knee injury.
The New York Giants are eagerly awaiting the return of star wide receiver Malik Nabers after he missed most of the 2025 season due to a knee injury. On Monday, there was a significant development in Nabers' recovery, as he participated in the Giants' practice without the protective red jersey for the first time all summer. Giants head coach John Harbaugh conveyed optimism, stating that Nabers was likely moving the best he had looked in recent times.
However, Harbaugh refrained from providing a definitive answer regarding Nabers' availability for the Week 1 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys, citing the unpredictability of potential setbacks between now and the regular season. He cautiously mentioned, "it's reasonable to assume" that Nabers could be fully prepared for the Cowboys game.
The start of the 2026 NFL regular season is still more than three weeks away, and various factors could still impact Nabers' availability. Nevertheless, with Harbaugh expressing confidence in Nabers' progress, there is a sense of hope for the Giants' fans. Should Nabers not be ready for Week 1, veteran receiver Darnell Mooney, currently on the Giants' depth chart, would likely serve as his backup.
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