Giants' Malik Nabers has 'no doubt' he'll be ready for Week 1

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York Giants rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers believes there is "no doubt" that he will be ready for Week 1 after injuring his ankle over the weekend.

Nabers missed his second consecutive practice with what he confirmed was an ankle injury. He's dealing with a "low ankle" sprain, a source told ESPN over the weekend.

But the rookie wideout said he's feeling good and didn't flinch when asked if he'll be healthy for the season opener on Sept. 8 against the Minnesota Vikings.

"No doubt," Nabers said without hesitation. "No doubt."

He hurt his left ankle while running on Sunday. Tests and imaging confirmed there was no serious damage,…