Giants' Malik Nabers to have X-rays on shoulder after it popped out during loss to Rams

The New York Giants narrowly avoided a major setback in their Monday Night Football loss to the Rams, as wide receiver Malik Nabers managed to return to the game despite a shoulder injury. The 23-year-old, who had just returned from a torn ACL injury, was forced out of the game after his shoulder dislocated while trying to make a contested catch against Rams cornerback Trent McDuffie.

Initially listed as questionable to play, Nabers revealed postgame that he dislocated his shoulder so he could get back into the action for the shorthanded offense. He ended up missing just a handful of plays and was not limited further. Nabers stated that he was out there trying to make a comeback and help the team, which had already lost star quarterback Jaxson Dart.

He didn't receive any targets in the next three quarters as the offense struggled with backup Jameis Winston under center. The wide receiver is scheduled to undergo X-rays on Tuesday to assess the extent of his shoulder injury. Nabers acknowledged the challenges of playing through injuries but emphasized that it doesn't impact his performance.