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Giants evaluate quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Jaxson Dart amid QB dilemma

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 3:25 AM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Giants evaluate quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Jaxson Dart amid QB dilemma

Summary

The New York Giants face a critical decision regarding their quarterback situation. After starting the season at 4-2-1, Jaxson Dart is out for the year due to a knee injury sustained in Week 2. J.J. McCarthy was acquired in a late-September trade and has since impressed, throwing for 243 yards and a touchdown in one quarter against the Saints and completing 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards without a turnover in overtime against the Texans. With both quarterbacks being only 23 years old, former NFL players Russell Wilson and Kyle Long discussed the long-term implications for the franchise on CBS Sports. The Giants enter their bye week with much to evaluate in preparation for Dart's return and McCarthy's potential role moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Giants sit at 4-2-1 atop the NFC East entering the bye week.
•Jaxson Dart is sidelined for the season with a knee injury.
•J.J. McCarthy performed well in relief and as a starter.
•Russell Wilson praised McCarthy's ability and decision-making.
•Giants' bye week provides time to assess their quarterback situation.

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3:25 AMYahoo Sports — ‘You Can’t Make a Decision Now’ — Russell Wilson Reacts to Giants’ Emerging QB ‘Dilemma’ With Jaxson Dart, J.J. McCarthy

What they're saying

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The New York Giants have found themselves in an unexpected quarterback situation. Sitting at 4-2-1 atop the NFC East heading into their Week 8 bye, the team now faces a decision that few saw coming: what to do with two young quarterbacks who could shape the future of the franchise.
— Yahoo Sports

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