Isaiah Likely is still a sell-high for me right now His 27.8 fantasy points in Week 1 were a career high, along with his 24.1 XFP (per @FantasyPtsData) There are a few reasons I think this ends up being an "outlier" performance 1. It was against a piss poor Cowboys defense that refused to make adjustments 2. 4 red-zone targets feel unsustainable given the talent that Likely is competing with 3. Malik Nabers was not at 100% in this game and is going to see increased usage in the coming weeks...

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Matt Harmon

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Week 1 WR usage leaders by Trinity Top 10: 🥇 JSN • 🥈 Chris Olave • 🥉 Zay Flowers • Coker • Jefferson • Watson • Bourne • Raymond • Amon-Ra • Golden 📊 Avg: 4.25 YPRR | 35.4% TS | 33.6% AYS | 25.2 PPG The dots show it: similar usage ≠ similar production. [Retweeted](

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NegativeInjurySep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nabers (knee) canceled his family's trip to face Dallas in Week 1 because he didn't think he would play, per NFL insider Josina Anderson; however, he wound up catching six passes for 69 yards in Week 1. Despite the knee concern, he has WR2 upside on a weekly basis and requires constant health monitoring heading into Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Malik Nabers is identified as a passing game issue for the Rams' defense in Week 2. The Giants' receiver is expected to be a problem in the passing game for New York's offense against Los Angeles.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Turf Show Times

Malik Nabers is identified as a passing game issue for the Rams defense in Week 2, indicating he will be a focal point in the Giants' offensive attack under Harbaugh.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nabers was a key target in Dart's passing game, particularly in quick-game concepts and play-action situations. The source documents Nabers catching a 7-yard hook on second-and-9 in zone coverage; receiving a touch pass over the top on a play-action look in the second half after the Giants established the run; and being the focus of Dallas's defensive attention on the flats, which the Giants exploited to find other receivers. Nabers ran wheel routes and was used as a decoy to create space for other receivers like Devin Singletary.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Big Blue View

Nabers was featured in Dart's passing attack with multiple receptions. On second-and-9 up 7-0, Dart quickly processed zone coverage and found Nabers for 7 yards on a hook route. In the two-minute drill, Dart switched to the backside one (Nabers) and targeted vulnerabilities in Cover-2 defense for a third-and-9 conversion. In the second half, Dart layered a touch pass over the top to Nabers on second-and-9 after play-action pulled linebackers toward the line of scrimmage. The source notes the Giants' coaching staff kept exploiting vulnerable flats while Dallas kept multiple pairs of eyes on Nabers.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nabers made a catch on third-and-nine to move the chains after the Cowboys dropped edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku into coverage to try and be underneath the throw; three plays later Isaiah Likely scored a touchdown and the Giants took a 14-7 lead. This was a huge coaching win for the Giants against the Cowboys.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Blogging The Boys

Nabers made a catch on third down to move the chains on a drive where the Cowboys defense dropped edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku into coverage instead of applying pressure; this catch led directly to Isaiah Likely's touchdown and the Giants' 14-7 lead before halftime, demonstrating Nabers' role in the Giants' offensive success.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

When WR Malik Nabers is off his pitch count, the Giants' versatile offense is positioned to cause problems for everyone. The source implies Nabers' return to full availability will unlock additional offensive firepower beyond the Week 1 performance.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Big Blue View

WR Malik Nabers is subject to pitch count management in the Giants' versatile offense. The source states: 'When WR Malik Nabers is off his pitch count, this versatile offense is going to cause problems for everyone.' This suggests that once Nabers is fully integrated and unrestricted, the Giants' passing game will pose a significant fantasy and real-world threat, positioning him as a high-upside target as his usage increases.

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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nabers is identified as the Giants' top target in the passing attack under new head coach John Harbaugh. The source notes that with New York's passing attack likely having to live in the short-to-intermediate game and middle of the field when not going to Nabers, other receivers like Isaiah Likely could see high volume.

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PositiveValueSep 15, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Trade value of 36.6 in Week 2, up +3.1 from the previous week; ranked 7th among wide receivers.

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PositiveValueSep 15, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Trade value increased 3.1 points to 36.6 in Week 2, showing notable market gains.

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NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Ranked 18th among Week 2 wide receivers by the source, facing New York Giants at Los Angeles Rams.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Big Blue View

Nabers converted a critical third-and-nine situation with a 13-yard reception on the end-of-half drive, setting up the Giants' touchdown drive that gave them a 14-7 halftime lead; the play demonstrated his value as a reliable target in high-leverage moments.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Malik Nabers caught a 13-yard pass from Jaxson Dart on a critical third-and-nine conversion in the two-minute drill before halftime, demonstrating involvement in high-leverage situations in the Giants' offense.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nabers is returning from injury and ready to contribute to the Giants' offense. John Harbaugh 'couldn't pass up' the opportunity to acquire him, signaling confidence in his role within the new coaching regime's system.

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PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026Big Blue View

Giants WR Malik Nabers is returning from injury and ready to contribute; John Harbaugh 'couldn't pass up' the opportunity to acquire him, and Nabers confirmed his comeback status saying 'Yeah, it's time,' signaling his integration into the offense moving forward.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Returning from ACL surgery, Nabers was on a pitch count and played 36 snaps (52 percent of offensive workload) in his season debut. He was targeted a team-high nine times and produced 6 receptions for 69 yards, demonstrating impressive efficiency in limited time despite the injury recovery.

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NegativeInjurySep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Wide receiver is recovering from a 2025 torn ACL. Coach John Harbaugh stated during training camp that he couldn't imagine Nabers returning to action before getting at least some physical contact during practices. Nabers played in Sunday's 28-20 victory over Dallas, and Harbaugh conducted a walk-through tackle with him during practice last week as part of his return-to-play progression.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Giants coach John Harbaugh confirmed Nabers returned to action in the 28-20 victory over Dallas after recovering from his 2025 torn ACL; Harbaugh had emphasized during training camp that Nabers needed physical contact during practices before returning, and the player successfully played in the game, indicating cleared status and readiness for offensive role.

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PositiveNewsSep 14, 2026Underdog NFL

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John Harbaugh on tackling Malik Nabers during walkthrough: "It just kind of evolved into an opportunity to tackle. I couldn't pass it up, I guess ... I have done that before, so it wasn't a first."

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Ron Stewart

Despite a 71% route share in his debut, Nabers commanded a 32% target share. Ron Stewart expects his usage to ramp up significantly as the season progresses, establishing him as a primary target earner in a Giants offense that appears functional.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Nabers had a successful return with a 73.0 PFF grade, catching 6 of 9 balls thrown his way.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nabers had a successful return with a 73.0 PFF grade, catching 6 of 9 targets. The source notes his performance as part of a receiving corps that recorded zero drops.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Nabers is the clear 1A read in Matt Nagy's Ravens offense, ahead of Isaiah Likely who is the 1B read.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Nabers returned from a torn ACL to catch six passes for 69 yards against Dallas; the source emphasizes his role in the Giants' passing game while noting that Isaiah Likely was the primary target beneficiary of Dart's efficiency.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Turf Show Times

Nabers returned from a torn ACL to catch six passes for 69 yards in Week 1, confirming his availability and role in the Giants' passing attack despite the presence of other receiving weapons.

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NegativeInjurySep 14, 2026Mattek Fantasy Football

Nabers was clearly not playing at 100% health during his Week 1 appearance, referencing a pre-game incident where Jim Harbaugh tested his knee.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Adam Levitan

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Malik Nabers in first game since 9/28/25 ACL plus meniscus tear: * 36-of-69 snaps (52%) * 24-of-34 routes (71%) * 9 targets for a team-high 31% share * 6-69-0 result * Emerged healthy

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Nabers was targeted on a team-high 9 of quarterback Jaxson Dart's 29 pass attempts, catching 6 for 69 yards with several key gains in his return game against Dallas. Dart emphasized Nabers' reliability: 'He's just a guy where, no matter what the coverage is, no matter who they put out there on him, you have all the confidence in the world that he's going to make a play.' Dart noted Nabers played 'really, really efficient and good football' and was 'invaluable' to the offense despite the Giants' running game grinding down the Cowboys.

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PositiveInjurySep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Nabers returned from surgically repaired knee against Dallas Cowboys as a true game-time decision; he tested the knee in warmups approximately 2.5–3 hours before kickoff and made the final call himself based on how it felt. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed Nabers was medically cleared but required personal confidence to play. Nabers stated: 'The deciding factor was when I got out there, I just felt good. I felt good, I got a little chill through my body. I was like Yeah, it's time, it's time.' He finalized the decision during warmups after catching well and stretching well.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

In his return game against Dallas, Malik Nabers was targeted on a team-high 9 of quarterback Jaxson Dart's 29 pass attempts, catching 6 for 69 yards with several key gains. Quarterback Jaxson Dart praised Nabers' reliability: "He's just a guy where, no matter what the coverage is, no matter who they put out there on him, you have all the confidence in the world that he's going to make a play." Dart also noted Nabers played "really, really efficient and good football" and was "invaluable" in the Giants' victory.

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