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J.J. McCarthy Says Past Struggles in Minnesota Have Prepared Him to Start for the Giants

New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy is no stranger to starting at quarterback in the NFL. Before Big Blue acquired him on Sept. 28, the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft started 10 games for the Minnesota Vikings in 2025, posting a 6-4 record as the club’s QB1.

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What J.J. McCarthy needs to do to challenge Jaxson Dart for the Giants' QB1 job in 2027

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What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starting QB

Giants' Jameis Winston knows why he was benched for J.J. McCarthy

Giants' John Harbaugh explains starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Giants part ways with RB Najee Harris amid trade whispers regarding Colts' Jonathan Taylor

The 'Last rookie QB three-TD games by NFL team' quiz

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 22

Giants' Winston knows why he was benched for McCarthy

Giants' Jameis Winston knows why he was benched for J.J. McCarthy

Giants HC John Harbaugh benched Winston in favor of McCarthy during what became the Giants' 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Oct. 18.

Giants' John Harbaugh explains starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Why Giants reportedly are starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Giants part ways with RB Najee Harris amid trade whispers regarding Colts' Jonathan Taylor

The 'Har-Bowl Super Bowl starting lineups' quiz

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 22

What J.J. McCarthy told Jaxson Dart after being named Giants' new starting QB

McCarthy revealed he had what he referred to as a "normal conversation" with Dart after Harbaugh made the quarterback switch official.

Giants' John Harbaugh explains starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Giants part ways with RB Najee Harris amid trade whispers regarding Colts' Jonathan Taylor

Tiki Barber says Giants' Cam Skattebo received demotion for more than one reason

'Do something': John Harbaugh sends message to Cam Skattebo, Giants running backs

The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

NFL News / New York Giants on SI / October 22

Giants Open as 10.5-Point Underdogs at Texans

With just one game left before their bye week and uncertainty at quarterback, oddsmakers have reached their lowest point in backing the New York Giants.

J.J. McCarthy News / Field Level Media / October 21

Giants hand keys to J.J. McCarthy, hit road to face Texans

The New York Giants are hitting the road in first place in the NFC East but handing the keys to their third quarterback in the past six games when they touch down in Houston to face the Texans on Sunday.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

John Harbaugh News / New York Giants on SI / October 21

Giants Have Bigger Problems Than the QB Decision

The eagerness to see how head coach John Harbaugh will manage his quarterback situation Sunday against the Houston Texans may have overshadowed a few other issues the team still needs to figure out this week.

Cam Skattebo News / Total Pro Sports / October 21

Cam Skattebo Just Got More Bad News & The Giants’ Latest Plans Won’t Help

Cam Skattebo’s second NFL season has gone from GOOD to BAD. The New York Giants running back entered the campaign with renewed expectations after his rookie season was cut short due to an ankle injury.

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The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Giants' Harbaugh explains starting McCarthy over Winston

Giants' John Harbaugh explains starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Winston had served as Harbaugh's first-choice option ever since Week 1 QB1 Jaxson Dart suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 2.

Todd Bowles reveals when he'll make Baker Mayfield, Jalon Daniels decision

Bo Nix may be playing for future with Broncos through rest of 2026 season

Mike Vrabel has one Drake Maye hope for Bears game amid QB's turnaround

Texans seem ready to make expensive C.J. Stroud contract extension decision

What Dan Quinn told Jayden Daniels about viral blunder in loss to 49ers

Roger Goodell reacts to NFLPA call to investigate Eagles over Jalen Hurts

New York Giants News / Athlon Sports / October 21

After QB Change, Giants May Shake Up Running Back Spot Next

The New York Giants made a change at quarterback, and a change at starting running back is coming too, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN.com. Graziano hinted at the Giants giving running back Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Paulson Adebo News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21

Giants Open CB Paulson Adebo’s 21-Day Practice Window

Giants cornerback Paulson Adebo has missed five straight games with a knee injury, but he may be nearing a return from IR. The Giants opened his 21-day practice window on Wednesday, per Jordan Raanan of ESPN.

Jonathan Taylor News / The Spun / October 21

Former Giants Coach Is Pushing For Blockbuster Jonathan Taylor Trade

A former member of John Harbaugh’s coaching staff believes the Giants should take a swing at acquiring the Colts’ Jonathan Taylor. In a conversation with

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / October 21

Giants Week 7 Storylines: The QB Decision, a Backfield in Flux and a Leaky Run Defense

The New York Giants ’ 2026 season has certainly been an interesting one so far. Every week brings a new storyline that sparks discussion, passionate opinions,

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 20

Giants' John Harbaugh has one thing going for him despite recent slump

There's a lot of season left, so don't count Harbaugh and the Giants out yet.

Tiki Barber says Giants' Cam Skattebo received demotion for more than one reason

Giants part ways with RB Najee Harris amid trade whispers regarding Colts' Jonathan Taylor

'Do something': John Harbaugh sends message to Cam Skattebo, Giants running backs

The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Najee Harris News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20

Giants Cutting RB Najee Harris

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Giants are cutting RB Najee Harris. Harris was listed as the starter for Week 6 after the Giants moved to a committee for the week but only went for four yards on two carries in just 11 snaps.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 20

'Do something': John Harbaugh sends message to Giants running backs

'Do something': John Harbaugh sends message to Cam Skattebo, Giants running backs

Cam Skattebo's demotion and an anemic rushing performance against the Saints in Week 6 are major storylines around the Giants heading into Week 7.

Stephen A. Smith calls out John Harbaugh not playing Cam Skattebo

Giants HC John Harbaugh refutes report about benching RB Cam Skattebo

Tiki Barber says Giants' Cam Skattebo received demotion for more than one reason

Insiders differ on when Giants' John Harbaugh could bench Jameis Winston for J.J. McCarthy

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 20

Insiders differ on when Giants could bench Jameis Winston for J.J. McCarthy

Insiders differ on when Giants' John Harbaugh could bench Jameis Winston for J.J. McCarthy

The biggest question hovering over the New York Giants is whether Jameis Winston J.J. McCarthy will serve as the club's starting quarterback when the 3-2-1 Giants play at the 2-4 Houston Texans.

Giants HC John Harbaugh refutes report about benching RB Cam Skattebo

Stephen A. Smith calls out John Harbaugh not playing Cam Skattebo

NFL Week 6 winners, losers: Caleb Williams shines, Los Angeles football is a mess

Tiki Barber says Giants' Cam Skattebo received demotion for more than one reason

The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

New York Giants News / EssentiallySports / October 20

Russell Wilson and More Flood Giants Star With Messages After Major Personal Announcement

This year might be the best one yet for New York Giants star Tyrone Tracy Jr., as he has experienced several joyful moments, from his wedding to the latest exciting news.