Giants Receive Positive Update on Star WR Malik Nabers

Nabers expected to return by training camp after ACL injury

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:34pm

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The New York Giants received some good news regarding star wide receiver Malik Nabers, who is expected to return by training camp after suffering an ACL injury last season. Head coach John Harbaugh provided an update, stating that Nabers' recovery is on track and he should be ready to contribute early in the 2026 season.

Why it matters

Nabers had a breakout rookie season in 2024, establishing himself as one of the NFL's top young receivers. His return will be a major boost to the Giants' offense as they look to build on quarterback Jaxson Dart's strong debut. With Nabers, Dart, and running back Cam Skattebo, the Giants could have one of the most promising young skill position groups in the league.

The details

Nabers suffered the ACL injury just four games into the 2025 season, but he was having a monster year prior to the injury. In a game against the Dallas Cowboys, he recorded 9 receptions for 167 yards and 2 touchdowns. On the season, he totaled 109 receptions for over 1,200 yards and 7 touchdowns. The Giants selected Nabers with the 6th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft after his standout career at LSU.

  • Nabers suffered the ACL injury in Week 4 of the 2025 season.
  • Nabers is expected to return by the start of training camp in 2026.

The players

Malik Nabers

A star wide receiver for the New York Giants who is recovering from an ACL injury suffered in the 2025 season. Nabers was a 1st round draft pick in 2024 after a standout career at LSU.

Jaxson Dart

The Giants' starting quarterback, who had a strong rookie season in 2025 and will look to build on that with the return of Nabers.

Cam Skattebo

A running back for the Giants who is also recovering from an injury, an ankle fracture, that ended his 2025 season.

John Harbaugh

The head coach of the New York Giants who provided the update on Nabers' recovery timeline.

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What they’re saying

“Nabers' return 'is going to be in to training camp and closer to the season.'”

— John Harbaugh, Head Coach, New York Giants

What’s next

The Giants will continue to monitor Nabers' recovery progress throughout the offseason, with the goal of having him fully healthy and ready to contribute by the start of the 2026 regular season.

The takeaway

Nabers' return from injury is a major positive for the Giants as they look to build on a promising 2025 season. With Dart, Nabers, and Skattebo, the Giants have the makings of an exciting young offensive core that could help them contend in the NFC in the coming years.