Giants excel with Cam Skattebo, J.J. McCarthy; Jets struggle in loss
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 10:05 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
In Week 7 of the NFL season, the New York Giants defeated the Houston Texans in overtime, improving their record to 4-2-1. Cam Skattebo made a significant impact with 124 rushing yards and a touchdown, while quarterback J.J. McCarthy threw for 252 yards. Meanwhile, the New York Jets suffered a defeat to a winless team, raising concerns over coach Aaron Glenn's job security as the team falls to 2-5. The Giants' victory positions them at the top of the NFC East.
- •Giants improve to 4-2-1 after overtime win against Texans.
- •Cam Skattebo records first 100-yard game, helping Giants offense.
- •J.J. McCarthy makes strong start as Giants quarterback.
- •Jets drop to 2-5, facing backlash after loss to winless team.
- •Aaron Glenn's job security increasingly in question for Jets.
- 10:05 PMCBS Sports — NFL Week 7 winners and losers: Cam Skattebo, J.J. McCarthy lift Giants; Aaron Glenn's seat heats up
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