Giants secure overtime victory against Texans, 27-21
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 8:33 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
The New York Giants edged the Houston Texans 27-21 in overtime during their Week 7 matchup. J.J. McCarthy shone in his starting role, connecting with Cam Skattebo to help propel the Giants to victory. After a back-and-forth game, McCarthy's performance was pivotal, especially after a rocky start for both offenses. With this win, the Giants improve to 4-2-1 on the season as they look to build momentum moving forward.
- •Giants improve record to 4-2-1 with the win.
- •J.J. McCarthy connected well with Cam Skattebo.
- •Game featured several lead changes and a late Texans comeback.
- •Houston tied the game with a TD and a two-point conversion.
- •Texans scored 21 points in a competitive contest.
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — J.J. McCarthy, Cam Skattebo connect for Giants' 27-21 OT win against Texans
"After several weeks of uncertainty in the Giants' QB and RB rooms, J.J. McCarthy and Cam Skattebo powered New York to 27-21 overtime win against the Houston Texans in Week 7.
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