The New York Giants ’ top wide receiver, Malik Nabers , is expected to undergo surgery later this week to repair a torn ACL and meniscus in his right knee, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport . The procedure comes nearly a month after the 22-year-old suffered the injury in a Week 4 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. Expand Tweet

The delay in surgery has raised eyebrows among fans. But team officials and medical experts insist it is standard practice. Giants head coach Brian Daboll confirmed last week that Nabers’ surgery had not yet taken place, adding that doctors were waiting for the swelling to subside before proceeding.

“Usually it’s to allow swelling to decrease and to build up strength around the knee,” ESPN’s Jordan Raanan reported . “It’s not that unusual.”

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