Malik Nabers Is Back and ‘Ready To Go,’ And That Week 2 Cowboys Stat Line Is Just The Start

Malik Nabers is officially back on the field, a full participant in Wednesday’s padded practice, and coach John Harbaugh himself says he’s “ready to go” for the season opener. This isn’t just a comeback story, this is a statement after almost a year away from the gridiron.

That Brutal Comeback No One Believed

Nabers hasn’t seen game action since he tore his right ACL way back on September 28th last year against the Chargers. The team had been super coy about his status, keeping everyone guessing for weeks. But after Wednesday’s full practice, with pads on, the message is clear. Harbaugh dropped the truth bomb: “I think he’s ready to go, man. We’ll see. It’s still four days until we play. If he’s ready to go, and he feels like he’s ready to go, then he’ll play. If he’s not ready, then he won’t play.” And get this: Nabers already said he didn’t want to come back on a snap count, and it sounds like he won’t have to. You love to see that kind of confidence.

The Explosive Numbers Are No Accident

Remember what this dude did last season? In a Week 2 loss to the Cowboys, Nabers absolutely exploded for nine catches, 167 yards, and two touchdowns. That kind of instant impact is exactly what the team needs, and now he’s set to unleash that again. Plus, it’s not just Nabers getting healthy. Every single player on the 53-man roster practiced. That includes tight end Theo Johnson, who was a full participant despite a shoulder issue, offensive lineman Bryan Hudson back from a knee problem, defensive lineman Shelby Harris coming off an Achilles injury, and offensive tackle Andrew Thomas dealing with his own knee issues.

With the season opener just days away, and Nabers clearly itching to make a statement, you know the league is watching. That Week 2 performance last season against the Cowboys wasn’t a fluke, and if he’s truly off the snap count, get ready for an absolute show.

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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.