Malik Nabers determined to play despite injury: "I'm going to be right there."

Alex Parker

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Giants' rookie Malik Nabers and running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. expected to be active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Why it matters: Their presence brings much-needed depth and potential playmaking ability to the struggling Giants offense.

What's new: Malik Nabers is listed as questionable with a toe injury, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. has been cleared to play without an injury designation.

  • Both players participated in limited practice sessions leading up to the game.
  • Coach Brian Daboll expressed hope that both Nabers and Tracy would be ready for Sunday's game.

Yes, but: The Giants will need Nabers and Tracy to step up and make significant contributions if they want to end their 10-game losing streak and avoid finishing the season with an 0-9 home record.

What to watch: Keep an eye on how Nabers and Tracy are utilized within the offensive scheme and whether they can provide a spark in the passing and running game, respectively.

  • Nabers is close to reaching 1,000 receiving yards for the season, leading the team with 97 receptions and the NFL with 155 targets.
  • Tracy, a fifth-round pick, has accumulated 721 rushing yards in 15 games and is on the verge of reaching 1,000 total yards from scrimmage as a rookie.

The bottom line: Nabers and Tracy's availability adds excitement and potential to a Giants team desperately seeking a win.

  • Their contributions could be crucial in helping the team avoid making unwanted history as the first team to finish 0-9 at home in an NFL season.

Quote: In discussing playing through injuries, Malik Nabers stated, "Any opportunity I have to go out there on the football field and play with my brothers, whether I'm nicked up or not... I'm going to be right there with those guys if I can and continue to go out there with those guys and ball out."