# John Harbaugh: We'd be negligent if we didn't see if J.J. McCarthy can help us

> Giants coach John Harbaugh says they'd be negligent not using J.J. McCarthy in offensive plans.
- Title: John Harbaugh: We'd be negligent if we didn't see if J.J…
- Summary: Giants coach John Harbaugh says they'd be negligent not using J.J. McCarthy in offensive plans.
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/john-harbaugh-wed-be-negligent-if-we-didnt-see-if-j-j-mccarthy-can-help-us
- Published: 2026-10-15T13:50:12.32+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: john harbaugh, j.j. mccarthy, giants, new york giants, nfl, quarterback, offensive plans, sports
## John Harbaugh
Giants coach John Harbaugh says they'd be negligent if they didn't see if J.J. McCarthy can help them.

> we d be negligent if we did nt see if j j mccarthy can help us
## McCarthy's role
McCarthy played five snaps for the Giants in their tie with the Commanders.
## McCarthy's impact
McCarthy had two carries for two yards and two plays wiped out by penalties.
## Harbaugh's view
Harbaugh says McCarthy's running ability is a change of pace the Giants need.

> it s a change of pace
## Why use McCarthy
Harbaugh says the Giants must try to use all active players to win games.

> what s the benefit of not doing everything you can to use all the guys you have
## Next steps
Giants will continue to test McCarthy's role in offensive plans.
## Key takeaway

Giants coach John Harbaugh says they'd be negligent not using J.J. McCarthy in offensive plans.