Giants start J.J. McCarthy at QB Sunday at Texans

Threw for 243 yards in fourth quarter last week

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The #giants are starting J.J. McCarthy at QB vs the #texans. McCarthy knows enough of the offense and after throwing f Via @JamesPalmerTV on X

What happened: McCarthy gets the start Sunday in Houston after throwing for 243 yards in the fourth quarter last week. He has learned enough of the playbook to run the offense. The move leans on his mobility against one of football's best pass rushes.

Why it matters: The 2024 10th overall pick joined the Giants after his Vikings exit weeks ago. Sunday offers a full-game measure of his fit in the offense.

By the numbers: In 2025 with Minnesota, he completed 140 of 243 passes for 1,632 yards with 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions in 10 games.

What to watch: Sunday in Houston tests the protection plan against an elite rush. The outing determines the Giants' quarterback direction from here.

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@JamesPalmerTV 2026-10-21T19:13:08.141553+00:00

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