Posted on Aug 27

Giants' Malik Nabers feels ready for Week 1: "When it's game time, I'm ready."

Posted Aug 27, 2025

Malik Nabers is optimistic about his readiness for the upcoming NFL season despite recent injury setbacks.

Why it matters: As the New York Giants prepare to face the Washington Commanders in Week 1, Nabers’ health could significantly impact the team's offensive strategy.

Nabers, who led the NFL last year with an average of 11.3 targets per game, caught 109 passes for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns.
His ability to stretch the field will be crucial for new quarterback Russell Wilson as they look to establish chemistry early in the season.

What’s new: Nabers missed the final two preseason games due to a back injury but returned to practice last Monday.

He described the injury as “a minor thing” and insists he feels ready for game time: “When it's game time and those lights are on, I believe my body's going to turn it on.”
Despite missing significant time during training camp, Nabers still led Giants receivers in catches.

Yes, but: Concerns linger about his durability given past injuries.

Last season, Nabers missed two games due to a concussion and dealt with other minor injuries throughout the year.
The Giants success against the Commanders will depend not only on Nabers' performance but also on his ability to remain healthy throughout the season.

What to watch: The development of the relationship between Malik Nabers and Russell Wilson will be pivotal.

Wilson noted Nabers’ dual-threat capability, saying, "He's obviously a threat down the field, but he's also a threat anytime he touches the ball."
Their collaboration in both short and mid-range plays could open up the Giants' offense significantly.

The bottom line: For the Giants to contend this season, they need Nabers to have a breakout year while maintaining his health.

With his focus firmly set on winning, Nabers is determined to make a significant contribution to the team: “Looking to win some games. That's all I can say."

Giants' Malik Nabers feels ready for Week 1: "When it's game time, I'm ready."

Alex Parker

Posted Aug 27, 2025

Malik Nabers is optimistic about his readiness for the upcoming NFL season despite recent injury setbacks.

Why it matters: As the New York Giants prepare to face the Washington Commanders in Week 1, Nabers’ health could significantly impact the team's offensive strategy.

Nabers, who led the NFL last year with an average of 11.3 targets per game, caught 109 passes for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns.

His ability to stretch the field will be crucial for new quarterback Russell Wilson as they look to establish chemistry early in the season.

What’s new: Nabers missed the final two preseason games due to a back injury but returned to practice last Monday.

He described the injury as “a minor thing” and insists he feels ready for game time: “When it's game time and those lights are on, I believe my body's going to turn it on.”

Despite missing significant time during training camp, Nabers still led Giants receivers in catches.

Yes, but: Concerns linger about his durability given past injuries.

Last season, Nabers missed two games due to a concussion and dealt with other minor injuries throughout the year.

The Giants success against the Commanders will depend not only on Nabers' performance but also on his ability to remain healthy throughout the season.

What to watch: The development of the relationship between Malik Nabers and Russell Wilson will be pivotal.

Wilson noted Nabers’ dual-threat capability, saying, "He's obviously a threat down the field, but he's also a threat anytime he touches the ball."

Their collaboration in both short and mid-range plays could open up the Giants' offense significantly.

The bottom line: For the Giants to contend this season, they need Nabers to have a breakout year while maintaining his health.

With his focus firmly set on winning, Nabers is determined to make a significant contribution to the team: “Looking to win some games. That's all I can say."