When will star wideout Malik Nabers and left tackle Andrew Thomas get out there for the Giants?
Russell Wilson was full of enthusiasm following Saturday night’s 31-12 preseason victory over the Jets, speaking glowingly about how the offense has operated in training camp and in two preseason games.
“The good part is we don’t even have Malik Nabers out there yet,” Wilson said. “He’s had a great camp, so when he gets back out there too it will be really exciting for us.”
The question is this: When will Nabers get out there?
The answer: The Giants fully expect him to be ready to roll for the Sept. 7 season opener in Washington.
The Giants are being quite cautious with Nabers, knowing he is their one difference-maker on offense and their breakout star wide receiver.
Nabers has not played in the first two preseason games and there are no plans to play him in the final preseason game, Thursday night against the Patriots.
This is not a concern. Nabers is fine, a source said, and expected to handle his usual full load in the season opener.
He has missed time this summer with a lingering toe issue, went down hard on his shoulder in one practice and has more recently sat out with back tightness.
None of these physical setbacks are alarming to the Giants — or to Nabers.
