Malik Nabers is expected to be a big part of the New York Giants’ offense during the 2025 NFL season. However, the second-year pro hasn’t been on the field much in recent weeks while dealing with an injury.
The Giants have been tight-lipped about Nabers’ status. Coach Brian Daboll hasn’t provided many updates about when the star wide-out could return.
How long will Nabers be sidelined because of his injury? Here’s what to know about whether the malady will impact the 22-year-old’s availability for the Giants’ Week 1 game against the Washington Commanders.
Malik Nabers injury update
Nabers is dealing with a back injury that has kept him out of Giants practice and their first two preseason games, per ESPN. The injury is considered minor.
The Giants haven’t provided many updates about Nabers’ status. Last week, Daboll said the 22-year-old is ‘working hard to get back’ but stopped short of providing a timetable for his return.
How long is Malik Nabers out?
The Giants have not provided a timeline for Nabers’ return. However, it seems unlikely for the Giants to play Nabers in the team’s final preseason game against the New England Patriots on Thursday, Aug. 21.
That will put all eyes on Week 1 as the first opportunity for Giants fans to see Nabers on the field in 2025. He will have approximately three weeks to get ready for game action before the Giants face the Commanders to kick off their seasons on Sunday, Sept. 7.