Giants name J.J. McCarthy starting QB; Dream leads WNBA Finals 2-1

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Giants name J.J. McCarthy starting QB; Dream leads WNBA Finals 2-1
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The New York Giants have announced J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback for Week 7 against the Houston Texans. McCarthy steps in after Jameis Winston's struggles led to a team change. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Dream secured a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals with a decisive 97-71 win over the Valkyries. Angel Reese contributed significantly with 21 points and 12 rebounds. The Dream will look to close out the series in Game 4 on Saturday. Additionally, Kurt Suzuki was fired by the Angels after a disappointing season, and the Warriors are considering a trade for Kristaps Porziņģis following a recent health issue.

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  • •J.J. McCarthy starts for Giants against Texans in Week 7.
  • •Atlanta Dream leads WNBA Finals 2-1 after Game 3 win.
  • •Angel Reese scored 21 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.
  • •Kurt Suzuki fired as Angels manager after one season.
  • •Warriors explore trade options for Kristaps Porziņģis.
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  • 12:39 PMCBS NFL — Prisco's NFL Week 7 picks ahead of Patriots vs. Bears; Dream take WNBA Finals lead on Valkyries
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