# Jameis Winston on losing his starting job

> Winston accepts backup role after Giants bench him.
- Title: Jameis Winston on losing his starting job · NBC Sports
- Summary: Winston accepts backup role after Giants bench him. Jameis Winston says he understands his new backup role with the Giants after being benched for J.J…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/jameis-winston-on-losing-his-starting-job-i-understand-where-i-am-now
- Published: 2026-10-21T20:40:41.799+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jameis winston, new york giants, j.j. mccarthy, pro football talk, nfl, quadrant, sports
## Winston benched
The Giants benched Jameis Winston just 23 days after trading with the Vikings for J.J. McCarthy.
## McCarthy starts
McCarthy will become the third quarterback to start for the Giants, following Jaxson Dart and Winston.
## Dart's injury
Dart tore the MCL and meniscus in his left knee in Week 2, ending his season.
## Winston's record
Winston started the past four games, going 2-1-1.
## Winston's last game
He was only 14-of-26 for 152 yards with a touchdown and two interceptions on Sunday.
## Winston's quote
Last game it wasn’t what it was capable of being.

> Last game it wasn’t what it was capable of being
## Winston's acceptance
Winston accepts returning to a backup role after being benched for J.J. McCarthy.
## Key takeaway

Jameis Winston says he understands his new backup role with the Giants after being benched for J.J. McCarthy.