J.J. McCarthy Joins the Giants with an Unclear Path to Being Their Starting Quarterback
Winston says McCarthy is welcome in his workout routine as the Giants manage a new quarterback competition and a possible change under center.
- On Monday, the New York Giants acquired J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings, but head coach John Harbaugh confirmed Jameis Winston remains the starter for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals.
- After starter Jaxson Dart suffered a season-ending knee injury, the Giants sought quarterback depth, prompting the team to acquire the former first-round pick to stabilize the position group and provide insurance.
- Ranking 30th among qualifying quarterbacks with a 22.9 QBR through two games, Winston faces performance scrutiny, though the veteran said, "I have to play well regardless. It doesn't matter who's in the building."
- McCarthy is currently handling scout-team duties while cramming the playbook, and offensive coordinator Matt Nagy said "standards and expectations" must remain fair for both quarterbacks during the adjustment.
- Harbaugh left the door ajar for McCarthy, stating his design is to be "1-0 next week," while the move provides a developmental option if Winston's performance does not stabilize against the Cardinals.
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NY Daily NewsJ.J. McCarthy trade puts pressure on Giants QB Jameis Winston
John Harbaugh said he has not spoken to starting quarterback Jameis Winston about the ramifications of adding J.J. McCarthy to the Giants’ quarterback room. “The answer to that is no,” Harbaugh said Wednesday. That’s probably because the truth is self-evident: McCarthy will take over at quarterback for the Giants (2-1) at some point. And it will happen sooner if Winston doesn’t start playing better Sunday afternoon against the Arizona Cardinals …
“I’m Willing to Groom”: Jameis Winston Opens Up on Giants Bringing In J.J. McCarthy
The New York Giants were in need of a quarterback with Jaxson Dart sidelined and found an answer in J.J. McCarthy, who was previously with the Minnesota Vikings. The young quarterback gets a fresh start, but it also complicates the position of veteran QB and current QB1 Jameis Winston, who is holding down the fort […]
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