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Giants Name McCarthy QB1 Over Winston for Week 7
Confirmed
In Short: The decision to start McCarthy over Winston is a significant move for the Giants, potentially reshaping their offensive strategy and team dynamics.
Head coach John Harbaugh made the quarterback decision official Wednesday, naming J.J. McCarthy as the starter for the New York Giants' Week 7 game against the Houston Texans.
Harbaugh's decision comes after McCarthy's impressive performance in relief during the Giants' 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 6.
Despite Winston's experience and his knowledge of the offense, McCarthy's mobility and potential upside at just 23 years old were seen as key factors in the decision.
The Giants acquired McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings on September 28 in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Winston, who has completed 57% of his passes for 957 yards, seven touchdowns, and five interceptions this season, will serve as the backup.
McCarthy's first start since joining the Giants will be a challenging one, as the Houston Texans present a formidable opponent.
In a post-decision interview, McCarthy said he spoke with Jaxson Dart, who was recently sidelined due to a knee injury, after securing the starting quarterback job.
Fans who participated in a recent poll clearly favored McCarthy, indicating a strong desire for the new quarterback to lead the team.
The decision to start McCarthy over Winston is a significant move for the Giants, potentially reshaping their offensive strategy and team dynamics.
What this adds
This decision marks a shift in the Giants' quarterback situation, with McCarthy getting his first start since joining the team.
The team's decision to go with McCarthy over Winston is a gamble, given Winston's experience and his current standing with the team.
The Giants' interest in free agent running back Kenneth Walker before he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs adds another layer to their roster considerations.
Background
New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh announced Wednesday that JJ McCarthy will start against the Houston Texans in Week 7.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will not play in Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns due to an ankle injury.
What's confirmed
- McCarthy will take over for Jameis Winston in Week 7 against the Houston Texans, head coach John Harbaugh announced on Wednseaday.
- EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — John Harbaugh and the New York Giants are turning to J.J.
- McCarthy will get the nod over Jameis Winston to start the New York Giants’ game against the host Houston Texans on Sunday, ESPN reported Wednesday.
- According to Jeremy Fowler, the Giants plan to start QB J.J.
- McCarthy got the nod over Jameis Winston, who started the previous four games since Jaxson Dart was sidelined for the foreseeable future because of a knee injury.
- Coach John Harbaugh and the team chose McCarthy over Jameis Winston, according to a report Wednesday by ESPN.
What's still developing
- McCarthy gives them mobility that allows them to expand their playbook, and maybe untapped upside at just 23 years of age.
- Giants head coach John Harbaugh wasn’t ready to decide on Sunday night after McCarthy’s fourth-quarter heroics nearly brought the Giants back from a 24-point deficit in a 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints.
- It is a frustrating ride with Winston, but the Giants have lost one time in his four starts this season, and as a captain and member of the team’s Leadership Council, it is clear how much respect his teammates have for him.
- Do they venture into the unknown with McCarthy, and perhaps risk upsetting what has thus far been a mostly harmonious locker room?
- The Giants were interested in free agent running back Kenneth Walker before he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.
- Now, he gets an opportunity lead from the very start, as he was named Big Blue’s starter for their Week 7 clash against the Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon.