Malik Nabers was back on the practice field Thursday, a good sign after knee soreness kept him totally off it Wednesday, but the rookie wide receiver’s limited participation still leaves a huge question mark hanging over the Giants’ Week 5 matchup against the Commanders. This isn’t just a minor thing; a star like Nabers being noncommittal about his game status tells you everything you need to know about the stakes.
Injury Report: Key Players Still Battling
Nabers’ knee soreness is definitely the headliner here. Coming off missing Wednesday’s session completely and then only getting limited reps today, his ability to go full throttle for Sunday is a huge deal. He wasn’t exactly committing to playing when he spoke to reporters yesterday, so getting back out there, even if limited, is the best we could hope for. On the offensive line, left tackle Andrew Thomas also returned to practice as a limited participant, dealing with a groin issue. The good news for Thomas is he’s managed his workload all season and hasn’t missed any game action, so hopefully, this is just more of the same.
Other Names to Watch on the Sidelines
While those two are the big concerns, there were other shifts on the injury report. Running back Najee Harris was a full participant today, which is massive after he missed Wednesday with a personal issue. That’s a relief for the backfield. Unfortunately, defensive lineman Chauncey Golston (neck) and safety Jason Pinnock (concussion) are still completely out, not practicing at all. Other limited guys include tight ends Isaiah Likely (knee, groin) and Chris Manhertz (shoulder), along with running back Cam Skattebo (shoulder), all for the second straight day. On the brighter side, cornerback Deonte Banks (calf) and offensive lineman Bryan Hudson (ankle) were both full go, which is exactly what you want to see.
The Giants are prepping for the Commanders this Week 5, and getting their key guys on the field, especially Nabers, is going to be absolutely crucial. We’ll be watching closely to see who makes the final roster for game day.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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