New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers caught nine of his 13 targets for 167 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's Week 2 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Nabers delivered two acrobatic touchdown grabs on deep passes from Russell Wilson, carrying his team to an overtime thriller before New York ultimately lost on a game-winning field goal. The former first-round pick has quickly developed a strong rapport with Russell Wilson, which should prove to be beneficial as the Giants throw the ball a lot while playing from behind. Nabers remains a high-end WR1 option heading into Week 3 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Sep 14, 2025 5:23 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (back) has been cleared for Week 2's divisional matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Nabers saw elite volume in the opener, drawing 12 targets, but managed just five catches for 71 yards against Washington. Dallas, now under defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, played zone coverage on more than 95% of snaps in Week 1 and successfully bottled up A.J. Brown. That said, Nabers was dominant against zone looks in college and graded as the top rookie receiver versus zone coverage in 2024. If the Giants' offensive line can give Russell Wilson time, Nabers has a clear path to WR1 production this week.
Sep 13, 2025 11:04 AM EST
After a season-opening performance by the New York Giants' offense that was an abject disaster, the team is in search of solutions. While a change under center feels like an inevitability at some point this season, with rookie Jaxson Dart eventually taking over for Russell Wilson, some on the team seem to believe that a change in philosophy is also needed. Dating back to last season, multiple Giants players have suggested that an offense funneled entirely through one player, in this case, wide receiver Malik Nabers, is not sustainable. Nabers saw nine targets on Sunday, resulting in five catches for 71 yards. It was his 14th straight game seeing at least eight targets, and the Giants are 2-12 in those contests. Nabers himself told reporters that the team needs to do a better job of spreading the ball around. Based on the evidence we've seen on the field, fantasy managers should not fear a sudden decrease in targets. They should, however, hope for any change that can make those looks more valuable.
Sep 12, 2025 2:49 PM EST
Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports that New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (back) will be a full-go in Thursday's practice after he was limited on Wednesday with an ongoing back issue that the team has been managing. Nabers was also a DNP last Friday, but he was active in the Week 1 loss to the Washington Commanders and had five catches for 71 yards on 12 targets in the season opener. Although New York's offense was stagnant in quarterback Russell Wilson's debut, it was a good sign that Nabers still had double-digit targets. The 22-year-old former first-rounder may have to manage his back issue for most of the season, but as long as he's on the field on game day, he'll be a must-start, high-end WR1 for fantasy. Nabers has a real shot to go off this weekend against a Dallas secondary that is a bit thin.
Sep 11, 2025 1:07 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (back) is expected to practice in a limited capacity on Wednesday. Nabers was held out of practice on Friday, leading up to their season opener with this same injury. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status, but it appears the team is leaning toward the side of caution with their star pass catcher. In Week 1, Nabers was able to catch five of his 12 targets for 71 yards. Even though the Giants offense struggled against the Commanders, the former first-round pick continued to see a hefty target share. In his debut season, Nabers tallied 1,204 yards and seven catches on 109 receptions. If he is cleared to play on Sunday in his typical role, fantasy managers should view him as a high-end WR1 in all formats despite his subpar QB play.
Sep 10, 2025 12:45 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (back) was not given a game status on the team's final Week 1 injury report despite sitting out Friday's practice. With no injury designation, he is expected to be a full go on Sunday when the Giants open their season against the Commanders. Nabers has experienced minor ailments throughout training camp, and he missed Friday's practice due to back tightness. It appears, though, that the team is taking an extra cautious approach with their Pro Bowl receiver, and all signs point to him getting a full workload on Sunday. Nabers was electric as a rookie, making 109 catches in only 15 games, and reports out of Giants' camp indicate that he hasn't missed a beat with Russell Wilson now under center. Nabers should be started without hesitation, and he has a strong chance of being one of the week's highest scoring receivers.
Sep 5, 2025 3:00 PM EST
According to New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll, wide receiver Malik Nabers (back) will have his reps limited at Friday's practice. Daboll notes that the 22-year-old's back is a "little tight," but he'll be good to go for Sunday's road meeting with the Washington Commanders. Nabers was able to steer clear of the team's Week 1 injury report, but he isn't entirely over the back issue that's bothered him for a bit. Daboll's sentiment regarding his star wide receiver is encouraging, but with their season opener so close, fantasy managers must closely monitor the situation. As of now, the LSU product is on track to play, although it's unclear if New York will put a cap on his snaps for the first game of the campaign. If they do, teammate Jalin Hyatt would benefit the most in terms of playing time, picking up more snaps alongside Wan'Dale Robinson and Darius Slayton.
Sep 5, 2025 12:00 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (toe) is not on the team's initial injury report. Throughout camp, Nabers has been diagnosed with a lingering toe injury in addition to back and shoulder injuries. However, seeing Nabers not on the report early in the week suggests he will be given a full workload during their season opener on Sunday afternoon against the Washington Commanders. During his rookie campaign, the former LSU standout established himself as one of the top rising stars in the sport. Nabers caught 109 passes for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns. During the final four games of the season, Nabers flashed immense upside, averaging a stellar 22.9 PPR points per game. Given his role as the clear WR1 in the offense, Nabers is a must-start in all formats in Week 1.
Sep 3, 2025 4:01 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (back) said the back issue that caused him to miss the team's final two preseason games was a "minor thing" and he'll be ready for Week 1, per ESPN's Jordan Raanan. Nabers also missed time during training camp due to a shoulder issue and has been nursing a toe injury since his college days at LSU. However, Raanan writes that Nabers does not expect his ailments to prevent him from being himself when the season begins. The 22-year-old averaged 11.3 targets per game as a rookie in 2024 and should be among the league leaders in target share once again in 2025. As long as he stays on the field, Nabers is a clear WR1 in fantasy with overall WR1 upside in PPR-scoring formats.
Aug 27, 2025 10:11 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (back, shoulder, toe) will return to practice on Tuesday and do some things, according to Evan Barnes of Newsday. It sounds as though Nabers will be pretty limited in his return to the practice field, but it's still good news for the 22-year-old with the 2025 regular season quickly approaching. Nabers has been battling a toe injury since his college days at LSU, and he also suffered a shoulder injury this summer before recently coming down with a back issue. While it's certainly something to watch, none of his three injuries are considered serious or anything that will keep him from suiting up for Week 1 of the regular season on Sunday, Sept. 7, against the division-rival Washington Commanders. Nabers caught an impressive 109 passes for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns as a rookie and is strong WR1 target in fantasy.
Aug 19, 2025 1:05 PM EST
New York Giants Wide Receiver Malik Nabers (back) has not practiced in more than 11 days, as he deals with a minor back problem. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Giants characterized it as "normal camp tightness", but the team continues to play it safe with their second-year superstar. The Giants are scheduled for a walk-through on Monday and a single day of full practice on Tuesday before their final preseason game against the Patriots Thursday night at MetLife Stadium. Given this tight schedule, it's unlikely Nabers will see the field again anytime soon, as the Giants aim to ease him back to full health before their regular season opens on September 7. Nabers looks to follow up a brilliant rookie season, in which he caught over 100 passes despite missing two games. He is currently RotoBaller's WR5 and can be drafted with confidence.
Aug 18, 2025 9:27 AM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (shoulder, toe) remains out of the team's joint practice with the New York Jets on Wednesday, according to Paul Schwartz of the New York Post. It's been a week since Nabers last practiced, and he was also held out of the preseason opener. The 22-year-old former first-rounder from LSU has battled through a toe issue since his college days, but he also suffered a shoulder injury late in July. The Giants have already said that holding Nabers out of practices will be part of their plan to keep him healthy all year, so fantasy managers will want to get used to him being on the injury report, perhaps all season long. The Giants haven't provided many details on Nabers' injuries, but as things stand now, neither injury appears serious enough to keep him out for Week 1 of the regular season. Nabers is still a high-end WR1 target in fantasy.
Aug 13, 2025 12:32 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (shoulder/toe) is not participating in the team's joint practice with the New York Jets on Tuesday, according to Art Stapleton of NorthJersey.com. Nabers suffered a minor shoulder injury earlier in training camp and is also managing a toe injury he's been battling since college. Neither ailment is expected to keep him out of regular-season action. The 22-year-old earned 170 targets in 15 games as a rookie in 2024 and should be the focal point of the Giants' offense once again in 2025. Nabers is a high-end fantasy WR1 with a chance to be the overall WR1, particularly in PPR-scoring formats.
Aug 12, 2025 10:37 AM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers said it was "part of the plan" for him to miss the final few portions of training camp practice on Wednesday, per SNY's Connor Hughes. The Giants are trying to make sure Nabers is ready for Week 1 in early September. The 22-year-old second-year wideout has dealt with a toe injury off and on since college and also missed some time in camp with a minor shoulder injury, but he's not currently dealing with any specific injuries. We will continue to keep a close eye on Nabers' practice participation all year long, but it sounds like he could be held out of early-week practices for much of the year. The former sixth overall pick in 2024 proved right away that he's a WR1 in fantasy with a 109-1,204-7 line in 15 games (13 starts). It was even more impressive given the team's struggles at the QB position.
Aug 6, 2025 3:32 PM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (shoulder) is expected to practice on Thursday. However, the former LSU standout could potentially be limited at times during the session. Head coach Brian Daboll said, "We'll put him out there and he'll do what he can do," and that the team "has a plan." Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he faces a setback later in training camp. Nabers left Tuesday's practice session early due to this shoulder injury. However, seeing him cleared to return in any capacity is a very positive sign. During his rookie season, the former sixth overall pick immediately flashed immense upside at the NFL level, tallying 1,204 yards and seven scores. He should be viewed as a high-end WR1 in all formats, entering the 2025 season.
Jul 31, 2025 10:19 AM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (shoulder) walked off the field from Tuesday's practice with the team's head trainer, according to Paul Schwartz of The New York Post. Schwartz reports that Nabers "might have tweaked his shoulder blocking on a running play." The severity of this injury is unclear at this point, but any significant missed time for Nabers would be a major concern for New York. The second-year wide receiver recorded 109 receptions for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns in 15 games as a rookie in 2024. Nabers is the undisputed top weapon in the Giants' offense and profiles as a first-round fantasy selection in PPR leagues, provided he is healthy for the start of the regular season.
Jul 29, 2025 11:10 AM EST
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers was once again the focal point of the team's offense during Sunday's training camp practice. Dan Duggan of The Athletic charted Nabers with five receptions on 10 completed passes by Russell Wilson. Nabers finished his rookie season with 165 targets, finishing behind only Ja'Marr Chase in that category despite missing two games. It's worth noting that Nabers has been managing a toe issue, but had dealt with it since college and wasn't slowed down by it during his rookie campaign. While the quarterback under center has changed, the game plan remains the same, and the 2025 Giants offense will once again run through Nabers. Ordinarily, there might be trepidation in taking pieces from a subpar offense, which the Giants project to be once more. Still, Nabers' unreal target numbers should have drafters feeling great about him as their first-round pick, and he could realistically challenge to be the overall WR1 this season.
Jul 27, 2025 4:07 PM EST
The New York Daily News' Pat Leonard writes that New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll didn't exude confidence at training camp on Thursday when discussing the toe injury that wide receiver Malik Nabers is managing. Daboll wouldn't assuage concerns about Nabers' surgery or the day-to-day comments. It sounds like the 21-year-old's toe situation is fluid, and it could flare up at any moment. The second-year wideout is practicing to begin training camp this week, but don't be surprised if the Giants sit him out to protect him before the regular season. It's not exactly what fantasy managers want to hear for a player that is being taken in the first round in drafts. However, the good news is that it's something Nabers has dealt with since college, and it didn't slow him down at all in 2024, as he caught 109 of 170 targets for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns in his rookie season.
Jul 24, 2025 12:51 PM EST
Connor Hughes of SNY reports that New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (toe) will participate in practice on Wednesday as the team kicks off training camp. The LSU product has been dealing with a toe injury since his time at college, although it didn't appear to hinder him during his standout rookie season. Head coach Brian Daboll noted in late May that the Giants were being cautious with Nabers, but it's encouraging to see him retake the field. The 21-year-old survived turmoil at quarterback in 2024 and should get better play there with Russell Wilson at the helm in 2025. Wilson's performance will dictate how long he starts, but even if the team turns to backup Jameis Winston, it wouldn't be the worst move for Nabers' fantasy value. He's a strong pick at the end of the first round.
Jul 23, 2025 9:52 AM EST
The Bergen Record's Art Stapleton reports that New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (toe) does not have an injury designation for the start of training camp this week and has avoided both the Physically Unable to Perform and Non-Football Injury lists. Nabers has been dealing with a toe injury since his college days at LSU, but it didn't really slow him down in 2024 in his rookie year with the G-Men on his way to a 109-1,204-7 line on a whopping 170 targets. The Giants aren't going to overwork the 21-year-old former first-rounder in training camp and the preseason so that his toe issue isn't a factor to open the 2025 campaign. While New York's quarterback situation isn't ideal with Russell Wilson entering the year as the starter, it's not as if the team's messy QB situation affected Nabers last year. He's a no-doubt, high-end WR1 in fantasy.
Jul 22, 2025 6:05 PM EST
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