# Giants Start J.J. McCarthy vs. Texans

> Giants begin QB shakeup with McCarthy over Winston against Texans.
- Title: Giants Start J.J. McCarthy vs. Texans · New York Post
- Summary: Giants begin QB shakeup with McCarthy over Winston against Texans. Giants start J.J. McCarthy against Texans after trade, aiming to counter top defensive…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/21/sports/giants-to-start-j-j-mccarthy-against-texans-in-massive-qb-shakeup
- Published: 2026-10-21T19:12:22+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: giants, j.j. mccarthy, jameis winston, texans, nfl, qb shakeup, news, entertainment
## Giants make QB change
Giants start J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston against Texans in Week 7.

> We will be starting jj. Jameis will be the backup.
## McCarthy's strong fourth quarter
McCarthy threw for 243 fourth-quarter yards and led three scoring drives after replacing winston.
## Winston's recent performance
Winston threw two second-half interceptions in a 34-27 loss to saints after three touchdown passes.
## McCarthy trade details
Giants acquired mccarthy for fifth-round pick in trade with vikings on sept 28.
## Key takeaway

Giants start J.J. McCarthy against Texans after trade, aiming to counter top defensive mind.