During the matchup between the New York Giants and the Los Angeles Rams, quarterback Jaxson Dart headed to the locker room and remains questionable to return. Meanwhile, concerns grow over the status of wide receiver Malik Nabers, who absorbed a hit to his shoulder and remains on the sideline undergoing evaluation.
Finally, Nabers returned to the field, put his helmet on, and ran back out onto the field. He is officially back in action, though close attention will remain on his status in case he continues to deal with shoulder pain.
Nabers’ return is massive, but the Giants must start considering their wide receiver depth chart and backups, knowing that one of their starters could suffer a damaging injury. As a result, New York will remain watchful while also anticipating the involvement of Odell Beckham.
How Nabers suffered the hit
Malik tried to make a contested catch while being covered by Rams cornerback Trent McDuffie. Immediately after the play, Nabers put his left hand over the area between his bicep and shoulder.
Malik Nabers #1 of the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium.
It is worth remembering that Nabers returned to action in Week 1 after suffering a torn ACL in his knee last September. It was uncertain whether he would play in the opener until pregame warmups. He caught six passes for 69 yards against the Cowboys. He had one catch for one yard against the Rams before his return for the Giants.
It has been a difficult start to Week 2 for Harbaugh, considering the injury alongside the status of Dart, who suffered a hit to his knee following a heavy collision.
The Giants’ offense, of course, is largely built around Dart, the second-year quarterback, and Nabers, the third-year wide receiver. They played less than half a game together in the 2025 NFL season. For the moment, they still struggle to establish that continuity.
Key takeaways
- Malik Nabers returned to the game following an evaluation for a shoulder injury.
- Six catches for 69 yards were logged in Week 1 after ACL recovery.
- Jaxson Dart exited to the locker room after taking a hit to his knee.
