J.J. McCarthy chooses No. 18 with Giants, leaves No. 9 behind

J.J. McCarthy, recently traded to the New York Giants, will wear No. 18 in his new role. The quarterback had preferred No. 9, which is held by tight end Isaiah Likely. McCarthy has a personal connection to the number, having worn it at both the Vikings and University of Michigan. He has an alter ego named "Nine" tied to his previous number. McCarthy's switch to No. 18 comes during a significant transition in his third NFL season.

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