Avoiding the PUP list is encouraging and improves Nabers' outlook for Week 1. However, fantasy managers should continue monitoring his camp progression closely. Returning from major knee surgery often takes time, and being cleared to practice does not necessarily mean a player has regained full explosiveness or confidence. Watch how he moves throughout camp before aggressively drafting him at his current price.

Watch how he moves throughout camp before aggressively drafting him at his current price.

The Giants received encouraging news as Malik Nabers avoided the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list to open camp.

After offseason concerns about his availability, Nabers is on the field and progressing toward the regular season. That's a significant first step for one of fantasy football's most explosive young receivers.

Avoiding the PUP list is a win—but the real evaluation starts now. We want to see Malik Nabers moving like Malik Nabers.