Giants Malik Nabers second knee surgery targeting Week 1
Key Questions
What surgery did Malik Nabers undergo recently?
Nabers had a second offseason knee surgery to remove scar tissue following his prior ACL and meniscus injury. Recovery has been described as phenomenal by the team.
When is Malik Nabers expected to return?
The Giants are targeting a Week 1 return for Nabers against the Cowboys. Speculation continues about whether he will start on the PUP list amid depth concerns at wide receiver.
How does Nabers' injury affect the Giants' 2026 outlook?
The second surgery adds pressure on the Giants and quarterback Jaxson Dart after the schedule release. Depth at wide receiver remains a key concern heading into the season.
Nabers underwent second offseason knee surgery (scar tissue removal post-ACL/meniscus); recovery phenomenal, team targeting Week 1 return vs Cowboys; 4 primetime games add pressure on QB Jaxson Dart post-schedule release.
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Updated May 16, 2026