From Newsweek · Michael Gallagher · · 40s
Giants QB J.J. McCarthy ready for start
Giants' J.J. McCarthy set to start after Winston's loss.
In brief
Giants' J.J. McCarthy set to start after Winston's loss. Giants plan to start J.J. McCarthy in Week 7 against Texans after his strong fourth-quarter performance. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Giants QB J.J. McCarthy
After Sunday's loss to Saints, McCarthy led Giants on three scoring drives in fourth quarter.
McCarthy's NFL performance
McCarthy recorded 243 passing yards in 11 minutes, most by any QB in NFL history.
Giants' starter decision
Head coach John Harbaugh hasn't named Week 7 starter but McCarthy is expected to start soon.
NFL Network's Rapoport
Rapoport says McCarthy's time is coming whether this week or next, with early returns very promising.
The takeaway
Giants plan to start J.J. McCarthy in Week 7 against Texans after his strong fourth-quarter performance.
