The Ringer Fantasy Football Show on Malik Nabers

PodcastFantasy Sleepers for 2026 With Hayden Winks and Josh Norris, Part 2July 24, 2026

From the episode

Malik neighbors tore his ACL and you know, week four, but these freak athletes who have youth on their size, like on their side, they can go absolutely crazy coming back from some of these seasons.

Mentioned at 55:25 – 56:05

STACKED’s take

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Nabers' youth and athleticism support post-ACL comeback potential.

The source references Malik Nabers' ACL tear in week four as context for discussing young, athletic receivers who can return to form. The comparison is made to Christian Watson, who finished as WR17 on a per-game basis despite missing time, suggesting Nabers has similar upside potential as a freak athlete with youth on his side.