NFL bounceback candidates: Jayden Daniels, Malik Nabers headline players most likely to return to form in 2026

Yahoo Sports writer Daniel Mader published a piece on September 2, 2026, identifying 12 NFL players most likely to bounce back in the 2026 season after struggling due to injury or poor performance in 2025. Quarterback Jayden Daniels and wide receiver Malik Nabers headline the list of players expected to return to form. The article suggests these players have the talent and circumstances to improve significantly from their 2025 outputs.