New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers revealed recent updates on his recovery from a serious knee injury sustained in Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season. Nabers, who suffered a torn ACL and meniscus during a game against the Los Angeles Chargers last September, posted motivational photos on Instagram showing his positive attitude and ongoing rehab work.
The 2025 season-ending injury happened during the second quarter of a tightly contested 21-18 victory. Nabers underwent surgery in late October and has been steadily progressing through his rehabilitation since then.
Giants’ Front Office Offers Encouraging Outlook on Nabers’ Rehabilitation
At the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Giants General Manager Joe Schoen provided an update on Nabers’ recovery status. Schoen expressed cautious optimism, emphasizing that while the team hopes Nabers will be ready for training camp, recovery timelines can shift due to the unpredictable nature of healing.
“I’ve been texting with him the last couple of days and he’s in a good spot,”
Schoen said, according to The Post’s Paul Schwartz.
“He feels good and the plan is hopefully for him to still be ready for training camp.”
Despite the hopeful outlook, Schoen reminded reporters that setbacks are always a possibility during rehabilitation from such injuries.
“Again, don’t hold me to it. Things change. You guys have done this to me before. I’ve learned my lesson. Every patient reacts differently, and you know, hopefully, there are no setbacks,”
Schoen added.
“The plan is for him to be ready to go for training camp.”
Malik Nabers’ Performance Before Injury and Broader Team Context
Before his injury cut short his season, Malik Nabers recorded 18 receptions totaling 271 yards along with two touchdowns, marking him as a key offensive contributor for the Giants. Alongside Nabers, second-year running back Cam Skattebo is also recovering from a season-ending ankle injury, reflecting the health challenges facing the team.
The Giants ended the 2025 season with a disappointing 4-13 record, prompting a midseason coaching change when the team relieved Brian Daboll of his head coaching duties. John Harbaugh, formerly the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, was brought on to lead the franchise moving forward.
The Ravens themselves finished the previous season with an 8-9 record, missing the playoffs for the first time in two years, and Harbaugh expressed enthusiasm about coaching Nabers.
Significance of Nabers’ Recovery for the Giants’ Upcoming Season
The progress Malik Nabers is making in his ACL recovery carries significant implications for the Giants’ prospects in the upcoming year. His return would bolster the team’s wide receiver corps, which is critical in supporting Harbaugh’s offensive strategy. Moreover, a healthy Nabers could contribute to stabilizing a Giants offense that struggled during the prior campaign.
Giants fans and management alike will watch Nabers’ rehabilitation closely, hoping for a smooth recovery without complications. Training camp will serve as a key benchmark to assess his readiness and impact moving forward as the team aims to improve on last season’s results.
Joe Schoen on Malik Nabers' rehab: "I’ve been texting with him the last couple of days and he's in a good spot, he feels good and the plan is hopefully for him to still be ready for training camp.''
— Paul Schwartz (@NYPost_Schwartz) February 24, 2026
