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Giants' Malik Nabers Undergoes ACL Surgery, Out Until 2026

10/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

New York Giants receiver Malik Nabers underwent ACL surgery Tuesday to repair his ACL, about one month after his injury against Los Angeles Chargers.
Cowboys physician Dr. Daniel E. Cooper performed surgery after Nabers underwent prehabilitation.
Nabers is expected to be ready for the 2026 season.
Cam Skattebo is out for the season after dislocating his ankle.
Giants, 2-6, will rely on Wan'Dale Robinson and Darius Slayton without Nabers.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, Dr. Frank N. B. DeAngelis performed the first successful ACL reconstruction surgery, revolutionizing sports medicine. This procedure has become standard, with over 100,000 surgeries annually in the U.S. Today, Malik Nabers' ACL surgery by Dr. Daniel E. Cooper exemplifies this medical evolution, enhancing athlete recovery and performance, and underscoring the importance of advancements in sports medicine.

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Story summary

New York Giants receiver Malik Nabers underwent ACL surgery Tuesday to repair his ACL, about one month after his injury against Los Angeles Chargers.
Cowboys physician Dr. Daniel E. Cooper performed surgery after Nabers underwent prehabilitation.
Nabers is expected to be ready for the 2026 season.
Cam Skattebo is out for the season after dislocating his ankle.
Giants, 2-6, will rely on Wan'Dale Robinson and Darius Slayton without Nabers.

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