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Harbaugh Explains Switch to J.J. McCarthy at QB
Giants switch QB to J.J. McCarthy for better offense after Winston's mismatch.
In brief
Giants switch QB to J.J. McCarthy for better offense after Winston's mismatch. New York Giants switch quarterback from Jameis Winston to J.J. McCarthy to improve offensive fit after Winston's skill set clashed with their game plan. Originally reported by New York Giants On SI.
Quick answers
- Why switch?
- The Giants switched to McCarthy because his skill set matches what they lost when starter Jaxson Dart went down in Week 2.
- What is the key takeaway from Harbaugh Explains Switch to J.J. McCarthy at QB?
- New York Giants switch quarterback from Jameis Winston to J.J. McCarthy to improve offensive fit after Winston's skill set clashed with their game plan.
Giants switch quarterback
New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh made a big switch at quarterback from Jameis Winston to J.J. McCarthy.
Harbaugh's reasoning
Harbaugh said the move gives the Giants the best chance to play their best offense and provides better options for the quarterback position.
Why switch?
The Giants switched to McCarthy because his skill set matches what they lost when starter Jaxson Dart went down in Week 2.
Winston's role
Winston helped the Giants reach a 2-1-1 record with a modified game plan each week.
Harbaugh's confidence
Harbaugh admitted McCarthy has a skill set the Giants can take advantage of and is excited to see what they can do with him.
Offensive continuity
The offense will be mostly the same for McCarthy as it was for Winston and Dart, with some plays better suited to each quarterback.
Next game
The Giants aim to win a very winnable NFC East and play Houston next.
What it means
New York Giants switch quarterback from Jameis Winston to J.J. McCarthy to improve offensive fit after Winston's skill set clashed with their game plan.
