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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.