New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers continues to recover from a toe injury that affected his performance during the previous season. As reported by ESPN's Jordan Raanan, Giants head coach Brian Daboll indicated on Wednesday that Nabers would have a limited presence at organized team activities (OTAs) due to ongoing rehabilitation. The team's emphasis on ensuring Nabers receives adequate time for recovery is aimed at preparing him for a successful training camp.

Nabers, who garnered attention during his collegiate career at LSU, was selected sixth overall by the Giants in the 2024 NFL Draft. His rookie season proved to be impressive, as he started 13 of the 15 games he participated in, recording 109 receptions for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns. His performance earned him a fifth-place finish in the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year voting and a selection to the Pro Bowl. Despite facing challenges, including a concussion that sidelined him for two games and various injuries that often limited his practice participation, Nabers managed to achieve remarkable stats. Notably, he succeeded amidst one of the most challenging quarterback situations in the league, with the team's quarterback performance ranking among the lowest.

The Giants' quarterback situation fluctuated throughout last season, with Daniel Jones starting the first ten games before being benched and ultimately released. Drew Lock and Tommy DeVito filled in the roles, contributing to one of the league's most difficult periods for the quarterbacks. Collectively, the Giants completed the season with a total of 3,228 passing yards, 15 touchdown passes, and 13 interceptions. Nabers notably accounted for nearly half of the team's receiving yardage and touchdowns. Following a challenging season that saw a drop from a playoff appearance in 2022 to a disappointing record of 3-14, the Giants have revamped their quarterback lineup by acquiring Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston during free agency and trading back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft to select Jaxson Dart from Ole Miss as the 25th overall pick. With improved quarterback play anticipated for the upcoming season, the Giants are hopeful for a more dynamic offense. A healthy Malik Nabers is expected to play a pivotal role in the team's success, which likely explains the cautious approach taken regarding his participation in OTAs.