Schefter: Nabers status remains 'murky at best'
Key Points:
- Malik Nabers returned to play for the Giants in Week 1, catching 6-of-9 targets for 69 yards and demonstrating strong chemistry with QB Jaxson Dart, who targeted Nabers and tight end Isaiah Likely 17 times combined. Nabers is projected as a WR2 if active but faces a tough matchup against the Rams in Week 2.
- Rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields showed promise as the Giants' WR2 opposite Nabers, contributing as a blocker and receiver, though his fantasy production may be limited behind the team's top two receiving options.
- Isaiah Likely had a standout debut for the Giants with 8 catches for 78 yards and two touchdowns, establishing himself as a fantasy TE1 despite a challenging Week 2 matchup against the Rams.
- Running back Cam Skattebo led the Giants with 18 carries for 81 yards and a touchdown, maintaining a strong scoring pace and likely securing a significant role moving forward despite a tough Week 2 road game.
- For the Cowboys, CeeDee Lamb led with 5 receptions for 44 yards and a touchdown but struggled early with a drop; George Pickens showed potential with 3 catches for 28 yards and is expected to be a key WR2 option, while Ryan Flournoy and Jake Ferguson had limited fantasy impact in the Week 1 loss.