Malik Nabers just set off a firestorm after the Giants’ 28-20 takedown of the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, and if you’re not paying attention, you should be. After his team’s big Week 1 victory, the star wide receiver took to Instagram, posting a picture of himself celebrating with new head coach John Harbaugh. The caption? It was short, sweet, and absolutely loaded: “Never had this befo!! Dass love coach ❤️”
That Post? It’s a Direct Shot.
Seriously, let’s break that down. “Never had this befo!” You read that, right? Nabers was the Giants’ No. 6 overall pick back in the 2024 NFL Draft, brought in under the previous head coach, Brian Daboll. But Daboll’s tenure was short-lived, flaming out when New York fired him during the 2025 campaign. Interim coach Mike Kafka stepped in, but here’s the kicker: Nabers was sidelined for practically all of 2025 due to a nasty injury, limited to only four games. He never even hit the field for Kafka. So when Nabers posts about feeling “love” from Harbaugh that he’s “never had before,” you don’t need to be a genius to know exactly who he’s referencing. It’s a straight-up, public acknowledgement of a new, positive vibe from the top, and a clear contrast to what came before.
This Ain’t Your Daddy’s Giants
And let’s talk about Nabers’ return! Sunday marked his first game back on the gridiron since September 28 of last year, and man, did he waste zero time making an impact. He hauled in six catches for 69 yards, showing everyone he’s back and ready to contribute big. Only Giants tight end Isaiah Likely had more receiving production, with a solid eight receptions for 78 yards and two critical scores himself. But honestly, the individual numbers are just part of the story. The entire Giants team? They looked absolutely ELECTRIC, a completely different beast from the squad that limped to a dismal 4-13 record last season. Jaxson Dart was slinging it, racking up three touchdowns with zero interceptions. The rushing attack was flat-out dominant, piling up 165 yards on the ground. And the defense? They brought the hammer down, picking off Dak Prescott and completely stifling the Cowboys’ run game, holding them to a measly 3.8 yards per carry. That’s a statement win, period.
John Harbaugh’s first season at the helm is officially off to a blazing start, and the fresh energy is undeniable. You can practically see the spark everywhere, from Nabers’ heartfelt post to the incredible Week 1 performance. That “love” Nabers is feeling from his new coach? It’s fueling an early surge for the team. With that kind of commanding victory against a rival like the Cowboys, and the clear positive vibes radiating, this Giants squad is building serious momentum. What kind of early trend is this establishing for the season? We’re all gonna be glued to our screens to find out.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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