Malik Nabers returns despite shoulder injury

Giants receiver Malik Nabers shakes off a painful shoulder injury to get back on the field against the Rams.

Sep 22, 2026

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Malik Nabers returns despite shoulder injury

Giants receiver Malik Nabers shakes off a painful shoulder injury to get back on the field against the Rams.

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Giants receiver Malik Nabers shakes off a painful shoulder injury to get back on the field against the Rams. Nabers returned quickly from his shoulder injury, showing toughness as the Giants faced an early 14-0 deficit. Originally reported by NBC Sports.

Nabers hurt but returns fast

Giants receiver Malik Nabers exited Monday's game against the Rams with a shoulder injury but came back on the very next drive.

Injury was painful but manageable

Nabers was in significant pain after suffering the shoulder injury, making his quick return a surprise to observers.

Giants trailing big early

Giants trailing big early

The Rams led 14-0 when Nabers returned, with cornerback Trent McDuffie intercepting a badly underthrown pass from Jameis Winston intended for Nabers in the end zone.

Giants need their star receiver

With the team down big early, the Giants needed Nabers on the field to help mount a comeback against Los Angeles.

Dart injury adds to concerns

While Nabers returned quickly, the Giants were also waiting for news on quarterback Jaxson Dart's knee injury suffered in the same game.

At a glance

Nabers returned quickly from his shoulder injury, showing toughness as the Giants faced an early 14-0 deficit.

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