Nabers' Opener Status: Harbaugh Playing Coy

Malik Nabers participated in the majority of New York Giants' team periods on Tuesday, following an early session with the training staff as he continues his recovery from last season's torn ACL. Despite his involvement, Head Coach John Harbaugh has not confirmed whether the receiver will play in their Week 1 opener against the Dallas Cowboys.

Harbaugh described Nabers' situation as "day-to-day," indicating that his readiness is evaluated continuously. The coach stressed the importance of preparing for "every outcome," which includes scenarios where Nabers might play fully, not at all, or for a partial duration. Nabers himself has expressed a desire to play a full game at 100% health, a benchmark Harbaugh also requires.

Ultimately, Nabers must feel confident in his ability to play effectively and protect himself, a crucial factor for his performance and the team's success. Harbaugh acknowledged Nabers' impact on defenses but suggested that a potential pitch count for his return has not yet been decided. With the season opener 11 days away, the Giants are developing contingency plans for all possibilities regarding Nabers' availability.