Giants to start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback against Texans
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
The New York Giants will start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback this week for their matchup against the Houston Texans. This decision comes as the team looks to improve its performance following previous struggles at the position. McCarthy's selection signals a shift in strategy as the Giants prepare for an important game. The game is scheduled for later this week.
- •J.J. McCarthy will be the starting QB for the Giants this week.
- •The Giants face the Houston Texans in their upcoming game.
- •This decision follows recent struggles at quarterback for the team.
- •McCarthy's start reflects a possible shift in the Giants' strategy.
- 5:06 PMESPN — Source: Giants to start McCarthy at QB this week against Texans
"The Giants plan to start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback this week against the Houston Texans, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Wednesday.
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