Giants working through Winston-McCarthy QB call for Week 7

Dart out for season after surgery

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 41m1 min read

The Giants are faced with a QB question ahead of Week 7. John Harbaugh said the team is "working through" that decision Via @usatodaysports on X

What happened: John Harbaugh said the New York Giants have not settled a starting quarterback for Week 7. The decision is between Winston and McCarthy.

Why it matters: The the same Jaxson Dart ruled out for the season after surgery left the starting job open. The Week 7 choice sets the direction for the rest of the regular-season stretch.

By the numbers: Winston recorded 33 completions in the 27-27 tie against Washington in Week 5, a

What to watch: The Giants will confirm the starter before Week 7 kickoff. That call determines who takes first-team reps.

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