Malik Nabers Sets Giants Franchise Record in Disappointing Rookie Season

The Giants' rookie wide receiver broke the team's single-season reception record but lost the NFL rookie record to Brock Bowers the same day.

Malik Nabers finished his rookie season with 109 receptions, surpassing the Giants' single-season record previously held by Steve Smith (107 in 2009).
Nabers temporarily broke the NFL rookie receptions record before being overtaken later that day by Raiders tight end Brock Bowers, who ended with 110 catches.
The Giants concluded a difficult 3-14 season, leaving their general manager and head coach under scrutiny and without a quarterback under contract for 2025.
Despite inconsistent quarterback play, Nabers totaled 1,204 receiving yards and seven touchdowns, emerging as a key building block for the franchise.
The Giants are expected to target a franchise quarterback in the upcoming NFL Draft, with Nabers' performance making the team an attractive destination for top talent.