# J.J. McCarthy injured in Giants game

> Giants QB J.J. McCarthy exits game after hit by Eagles linebacker Zack Baun.
- Title: J.J. McCarthy injured in Giants game · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Giants QB J.J. McCarthy exits game after hit by Eagles linebacker Zack Baun. Giants quarterback J.J.
- Keywords: j.j. mccarthy, zack baun, giants, philadelphia eagles, third quarter, locker room, punt, NBC Sports
- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/j-j-mccarthy-heads-to-locker-room-after-zach-baun-hit-in-third-quarter
- Published: 2026-11-08T20:04:58.154+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: j.j. mccarthy, zack baun, giants, philadelphia eagles, third quarter, locker room, punt, sports
## J.J. McCarthy hit
Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy took a shot from Eagles linebacker Zack Baun during the third quarter.
## McCarthy exits game
McCarthy went to the sideline and took a knee while in obvious pain after trying to throw a ball.
## Locker room evaluation
McCarthy headed to the locker room for further evaluation after the hit.
## Team punts
The Giants eventually punted the ball away after McCarthy left the field.
## Key takeaway

Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy left the field in pain after being hit by Eagles linebacker Zack Baun in the third quarter, prompting a locker room evaluation and a team punt.