The New York Giants ’ offense took a brutal hit in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers, losing sensation Malik Nabers to a torn ACL. Nabers, the centerpiece of their passing game and one of the most dynamic young wideouts in football, will miss the rest of the season. For a team already trying to steady itself behind first-year starter Jaxson Dart, the loss feels like a gut punch.

Now the pressure shifts to veteran Darius Slayton, who suddenly finds himself elevated to WR1.

Slayton’s contract and expectations

The Giants rewarded Slayton this past offseason with a three-year, $36 million extension , including $22 million guaranteed. That contract signaled belief in his value as a reliable target, but through the opening three games, his impact was minimal. Against the Chargers, Slayt

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