J.J. McCarthy active as Giants face Cardinals in Week 4 matchup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026

The New York Giants announced their inactive list ahead of the Week 4 game against the Arizona Cardinals. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy, recently acquired in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings, is active for the game. Notable omissions include linebacker Jihad Ward and running back Devin Singletary. With Singletary out, Tyrone Tracy will serve as the Giants' third running back behind Cam Skattebo and Najee Harris. The game is currently underway.
- •Giants inactive list includes Jihad Ward and Devin Singletary.
- •J.J. McCarthy is active after being traded from the Vikings.
- •Tyrone Tracy will back up Cam Skattebo and Najee Harris.
- •The game against the Cardinals is currently in progress.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Will J.J. McCarthy play for Giants today? Newest QB is active vs Cardinals
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — QB J.J. McCarthy active, OLB Jihad Ward inactive for Giants vs. Cardinals
"In a bit of a surprise, newest Giants QB J.J. McCarthy is listed active for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals.
"See which Giants players would not suit up on Week 4 against the Cardinals.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 5:00 PMWill J.J. McCarthy play for Giants today? Newest QB is active vs Cardinals
In a bit of a surprise, newest Giants QB J.J. McCarthy is listed active for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 4:10 PMQB J.J. McCarthy active, OLB Jihad Ward inactive for Giants vs. Cardinals
See which Giants players would not suit up on Week 4 against the Cardinals.
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