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Giants turning to J.J. McCarthy as their starting QB at Houston, report says

McCarthy’s late rally against the Saints convinced New York to make the switch, with Winston’s season numbers slipping to 57% completions and seven touchdowns.

  • On Wednesday, the New York Giants plan to start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback against the Houston Texans this Sunday, following his relief appearance in the Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints.
  • Giants coach John Harbaugh benched veteran Jameis Winston following a 34-27 loss to the Saints; McCarthy replaced Winston in the fourth quarter, leading three consecutive scoring drives totaling 243 yards.
  • Acquired in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings late last month, McCarthy provided a "let-it-rip mentality" that fullback Patrick Ricard praised, nearly completing a comeback with one touchdown on 11-of-21 passing.
  • The Giants remain atop the NFC East standings with a 3-2-1 record, and McCarthy makes his first start facing a Texans defense that allowed the fewest yards per game last year.
  • Despite admiring Winston's contributions to earlier wins, Harbaugh noted the coaching staff is "honing in on a decision" to develop McCarthy, calling the young quarterback "very talented.
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NY Giants to start QB J.J. McCarthy in Week 7 matchup against Houston Texans

The New York Giants are turning to J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback for this week’s game against the Houston Texans, according to ESPN, following his strong relief appearance against the New Orleans Saints. The decision gives The post NY Giants to start QB J.J. McCarthy in Week 7 matchup against Houston Texans appeared first on KLBJ-AM - Austin, TX.

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Giants are turning to J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston as their starting QB at Houston

The New York Giants are turning to J.J. McCarthy to start at quarterback for their game Sunday at Houston. Coach John Harbaugh and the team chose McCarthy over Jameis Winston. Harbaugh announced the decision after practice on Wednesday. Winston started…

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profootballrumors.com broke the news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
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