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Four Ways Daboll Will Reshape Giants Offense Without Nabers
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After the New York Giants’ 21-18 win over the Los Angeles Chargers , there won’t be any speculation on whether or not Brian Daboll is coaching for his job. But he will have to answer questions on what he intends to do with the offense without Malik Nabers .
Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart no longer has a go-to guy he can look to when the team needs a big play, and there’s no way to replicate Nabers’ production. Of the 19 touchdown receptions the Giants have scored over their last 21 games, the star wideout accounted for nine of them.
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Daboll and offensive coordinator Mike Kafka face a daunting task trying to generate points without their best playmaker. Here’s a look at what we can expect to see from New York ’s offense for the remainder of 2025.
Dart’s Legs Become Primary Weapon
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One of the reasons Daboll decided to insert Dart as the starter is because of his athleticism and ability to make plays with his legs. This was evident on Sunday against the Chargers when he ran the ball 10 times for 54 yards, including a 15-yard touchdown run on the team’s first possession.
For New York to sustain an offensive attack for the remainder of the season, Dart must continue using his mobility while Daboll dials up more RPOs and rollout passes that give his quarterback the option to run or pass.
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The rookie quarterback needs to slide more to avoid unnecessary hits, but his ability to scramble will open up the field and help make the play calling more dynamic and creative.
Cam Skattebo Will Get 20-Plus Touches a Game
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With Tyrone Tracy Jr. sidelined with a dislocated shoulder, Cam Skattebo knew his workload would increase heading into the Chargers game. Then, once Nabers went out, he became the focal point of New York’s offense.
Skattebo had a season-high 25 carries for 79 yards and two receptions for 11 yards. When he’s in the game alongside Dart, opposing defenses must be mindful of RPOs, which have been very effective for Big Blue this season.
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Every time Skattebo touches the ball, he seems to ignite the offense and provide a spark. Even when Tracy returns from injury, the rookie running back will remain heavily involved and will see 20 touches a game as a runner and pass catcher.
Wan’Dale Robinson Will Be New Go-To Guy in Passing Game
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Wan’Dale Robinson now becomes the number one option in the passing game. Currently, Robinson is tied with Nabers in receptions with 18, and the four-year wideout is poised to set a new career-high, surpassing the 93 he caught last year.
At 5-foot-8, 185 pounds, he won’t make the spectacular catches on the outside. But he is one of the better slot receivers in the league and will catch short and intermediate passes that keep the chains moving. Expect Robinson to see at least eight targets per game.
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More 12 Personnel Formations
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Outside of Robinson and Darius Slayton , no other receiver has shown they can get open and be productive. In fact, the only wideouts that have caught passes this season have been Nabers, Robinson, and Slayton.
The team keeps hoping that Jalin Hyatt will make an impact, but it’s hard to have confidence he’ll become a factor in the passing game.
This could lead to the team using more 12 personnel formations with tight end Theo Johnson alongside either Daniel Bellinger or Chris Manhertz , with Slayton and Robinson or another receiver on the outside. New York typically didn’t run this formation often when Nabers was in the lineup, but the team will need to add new wrinkles to the offense, and this could be one of them.
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Expect to see these scenarios unfold this Sunday when the Giants travel to New Orleans to take on the winless Saints .
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