# Giants name J.J. McCarthy starting quarterback

> Giants switch to J.J. McCarthy after Jameis Winston's poor performance.
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- Source: The Boston Globe — https://bostonglobe.com/2026/10/21/sports/giants-mccarthy-to-start
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## Giants switch quarterbacks
Giants name J.J. McCarthy starting quarterback for Sunday's Houston game.
## Jameis Winston's last game
Winston threw two interceptions before being replaced by McCarthy in fourth quarter.
## McCarthy's performance
McCarthy completed 11 of 21 passes for 243 yards and led multiple scoring drives.
## McCarthy's background
McCarthy joined Giants after trade from Minnesota for fifth-round draft pick.
## McCarthy's confidence
McCarthy believes experience helps him react better to game situations.
## Next game
Giants face Saints in Sunday's game with McCarthy starting for first time.
## Key takeaway

Giants named J.J. McCarthy as starting quarterback after Jameis Winston's two interceptions in last game.