New York Giants WR Malik Nabers faces delayed return after second knee surgery

Wide receiver Malik Nabers of the New York Giants underwent a second knee operation to remove scar tissue and address stiffness in the same knee he tore his ACL and meniscus during a Week 4 game in 2025. The first surgery was performed on Oct 28 by Dr. Daniel E. Cooper, a leading sports knee surgeon. Although the Giants have publicly maintained a Week 1 target for Nabers' comeback, analysts note that a second procedure typically pushes recovery timelines back.

Nabers, a Pro Bowl rookie and the team's primary deep‑threat receiver, is a key element of quarterback Daniel Jones’s offense. His extended absence could force the Giants to rely more on the running game and tight ends, potentially lowering the team’s offensive ceiling for the season.