# Giants QB Jameis Winston Responds to Bench

> Jameis Winston says he's grateful for playing time as JJ McCarthy starts for Giants.
- Title: Giants QB Jameis Winston Responds to Bench · Newsweek
- Summary: Jameis Winston says he's grateful for playing time as JJ McCarthy starts for Giants. Giants QB Jameis Winston thanked fans for playing time as JJ McCarthy…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/giants-qb-jameis-winston-responds-to-getting-benched-in-favor-of-jj-mccarthy-12602214
- Author: Matt Audilet
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jameis winston, jj mccarthy, giants, nfl, new york football giants, john harbaugh, houston texans, week 7, new orleans saints, minnesota vikings
## Giants coach confirms new starter
New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh confirmed JJ McCarthy will start against Houston Texans in Week 7.
## Winston's response to benching
Jameis Winston said he's grateful for playing time and focuses on being the best at his role with the team.

> I'm extremely grateful that I still get to do what I love, and that's play football at a high level for the New York Football Giants. Being able to accept roles and understand, 'How can I be the best at my role with this team?'
## McCarthy's performance and role
McCarthy threw for 243 yards, one touchdown and one interception in one quarter after Winston's second interception.
## Key takeaway

Giants QB Jameis Winston thanked fans for playing time as JJ McCarthy started for the team after Winston was benched.