Giants secure overtime win against Texans in Week 7
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:56 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026

The New York Giants achieved a 27-21 overtime victory over the Texans during Week 7 of the NFL season. J.J. McCarthy made a strong impression in his first start for the Giants, with significant contributions from Cam Skattebo, who rebounded with a career-high rushing performance. This win provides the Giants a much-needed boost as they aim for the NFC East title. Meanwhile, the World Series continues with the Brewers holding a 2-0 lead over the Rays. In college football, chaos ensues in the Big 12 as teams shuffle in the rankings, and coaching changes unfold after multiple head coach firings. The WNBA Finals stand tied at two games apiece after the Valkyries’ 67-62 win in Game 2 against the Dream.
- •Giants defeat Texans 27-21 in overtime
- •McCarthy shines in first NFL start
- •Skattebo sets career-high rushing yards
- •Brewers lead World Series 2-0 against Rays
- •WNBA Finals tied at 2 games each
- 12:56 PMCBS NFL — Giants among NFL's biggest Week 7 winners; today's rare Sports Equinox with World Series, MNF, WNBA Finals
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