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Malik Nabers Injury Update – What Happened to Malik Nabers? What It Means for the Giants’ Offense

Giants’ season faces uncertainty after Malik Nabers suffers ACL tear

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New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers was carted off the field with a ACL injury during Sunday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, casting a shadow over what had been a promising start for the team. The second-year star landed awkwardly on a deep pass attempt in the second quarter, immediately clutching his right knee before being helped off.

With an ACL Tear Malik Nabers is Out for the Season

The injury occurred at MetLife Stadium with just over six minutes remaining in the first half. Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, making his first NFL start, had taken a shot downfield after the Chargers jumped offside. Nabers’ knee appeared to give out as he went up for the ball, leaving him in visible agony. In a striking show of solidarity, nearly the entire Giants sideline rushed over to surround their top playmaker as the medical cart rolled onto the field.

MRI confirms torn ACL for Giants WR Malik Nabers. (via @rapsheet) pic.twitter.com/2XMVso00Pa
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2025

Nabers covered his face with a towel but managed to raise a hand to acknowledge the ovation as he was driven away. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero later echoed that early concern, reporting that Nabers is to have torn his ACL. However, it is now confirmed that Nabers is now out for the season with an ACL tear, according to NFL . The loss could derail the Giants’ offensive rhythm. Nabers has emerged as their most dynamic weapon, posting 18 catches for 271 yards and two touchdowns in just four games. All in all, without him, the Giants’ passing attack may struggle to generate the same explosiveness.

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Head coach Brian Daboll confirmed at halftime that Nabers would not return but did not go into further detail. The ACL tear is now confirmed, which means Nabers will miss the remainder of the 2025 season, pushing his return timetable into 2026. In his absence, Wan’Dale Robinson is expected to become the primary target, while Jalin Hyatt and Darius Slayton take on expanded roles.

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