During an appearance on ESPN’s Get Up, NFL analyst Dan Graziano said Nabers has been a standout during his recovery. Nabers has impressed the coaching staff since training camp began, Graziano noted, adding that Nabers was further along in his recovery than the Giants initially expected upon arriving at camp.
Nabers has progressed beyond limited practice, with Graziano stating that Nabers has “passed every test” and has been practicing in a non-contact jersey in recent weeks. This progression highlights why Slayton’s release is notable, as it tightens the team’s experienced depth at the receiver position.
Graziano believes Nabers is on track to play Sunday, describing his status as a potential game-changer for the Giants in a critical divisional opener. If Nabers is available, he would provide quarterback Jaxson Dart with a premier target early in the season. Nabers logged 271 receiving yards and two touchdowns over four games last season before suffering a knee injury. Notably, his best outing came against Dallas, when he totaled nine receptions for 167 yards and two touchdowns, potentially altering how the Cowboys defend New York’s passing game.
At the moment, the roster move to release Slayton signals confidence in Nabers’ recovery, but the Giants will need to manage his workload carefully after a serious knee injury.
The Giants have reshaped the receiver room with additions such as Darnell Mooney, Malachi Fields, and Odell Beckham Jr. If Nabers returns, that group will give Dart multiple options and reduce the burden on any single target.
Ultimately, Nabers’ availability remains the key factor. His return would mark a significant boost for the Giants as they open the season against Dallas under the new year, with Nabers potentially serving as the most important offensive weapon in a high-stakes matchup.
