Malik Nabers remains uncertain about whether he will play Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys, even though New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh believes the receiver is ready to return.
Nabers suffered a torn ACL in his right knee in September 2025. Although he has fully participated in recent practices, he still has concerns about whether he is ready to perform at full NFL speed.
Nabers is prioritizing his recovery
The receiver has made it clear that he does not want to rush his return or put his career at risk. His main concern is making sure he can handle the physical demands of an NFL game after such a significant injury.
A final decision could come before the matchup against Dallas. If Nabers does not play, the Giants could turn to Odell Beckham Jr. for a larger role in the offense.
A key player for New York
Nabers had an outstanding rookie season in 2024, finishing with 109 receptions, 1,204 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.
His potential return is one of the biggest storylines surrounding the Giants ahead of the season, but the team will have to respect his recovery process and his own decision about when he is ready to return.