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Giants Hold at No. 20 in Power Rankings as McCarthy-or-Winston Debate Looms
Giants stay at No. 20 in NFL rankings despite loss as quarterback decision looms.
In brief
Giants stay at No. 20 in NFL rankings despite loss as quarterback decision looms. New York Giants remain No. 20 in NFL power rankings after 34-27 loss to Saints, with debate over whether J.J. McCarthy or Jameis Winston should start next week. Originally reported by New York Giants On SI.
Giants Start Strong
New York Giants began John Harbaugh's era with a positive start before facing New Orleans Saints.
Saints Take Lead
Giants carried 10-0 lead deep into second quarter before losing momentum.
Giants Lose 34-27
Giants handed New Orleans 34 unanswered points after fumble by Charlie Jones.
Harbaugh Pulls Winston
Harbaugh pulled Jameis Winston in garbage time to let J.J. McCarthy earn meaningful game reps.
McCarthy Shines
McCarthy took five snaps, two passing, for 243 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
Power Rankings Update
SI.com's Conor Orr moved Giants up to No. 20 in MMQB NFL power rankings for Week 7.
Quarterback Debate
Giants face decision on whether to keep Winston or start McCarthy next week.
Saints Reeling
Saints team reeling from three-game losing streak steamrolled Giants at home.
Running Back Struggles
Giants ran four suited running backs for just 34 yards, 2.3 yards per carry.
Defense Let Down
Giants defense allowed 175 yards from 30th-ranked Saints unit.
Giants 3-2-1
Giants are 3-2-1 after six games and still lead NFC East.
Next Game
Giants face Houston Texans next week with tough divisional schedule ahead.
Harbaugh's Goal
Harbaugh aims to change team culture to win football games no matter what.
McCarthy's Future
Giants must decide if McCarthy can build long-term future in NFL after strong debut.
Here's the gist
New York Giants remain No. 20 in NFL power rankings after 34-27 loss to Saints, with debate over whether J.J. McCarthy or Jameis Winston should start next week.
