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Giants’ J.J. McCarthy (Hip) ‘Does Look Like He’s Gonna Play’ Thursday vs. Commanders: John Harbaugh

  • On Monday, Nov. 9, New York Giants coach John Harbaugh expressed optimism about quarterback J.J. McCarthy playing Thursday against the Washington Commanders, stating it "does look like he's going to play."
  • McCarthy suffered a hip pointer during the New York Giants' 19-11 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday after taking a hard hit from Eagles defender Zack Baun at Lincoln Financial Field.
  • Backup Jameis Winston replaced McCarthy, leading the team from an 8-6 deficit with a 5-yard touchdown pass to tight end Isaiah Likely; McCarthy returned to play, earning praise from teammates for his toughness.
  • The Giants face a quick turnaround hosting the Washington Commanders on "Thursday Night Football," and ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the team remains "confident" McCarthy will play despite monitoring his hip.
  • Since joining via trade with the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 28, the 10th overall pick has successfully grasped coordinator Matt Nagy's offense, previously completing 71.4% of his passes in a Week 7 victory over the Houston Texans.
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Giants' John Harbaugh feels fairly good about J.J. McCarthy being ready to play against Washington

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