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J.J. McCarthy sets NFL record in debut for Giants against Saints

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 4:43 PM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

J.J. McCarthy sets NFL record in debut for Giants against Saints

Summary

J.J. McCarthy made his NFL debut for the New York Giants on October 18, 2026, against the New Orleans Saints. Entering with the Giants down 34-10, McCarthy threw for 243 yards and one touchdown in just 11 minutes. His performance was the most passing yards in an 11-minute span in NFL history. Despite a strong push, New York fell short, unable to convert a critical 4th-and-1 late in the game. The Giants are now left to consider their quarterback situation, as McCarthy surpassed Justin Herbert’s single-game high this season.

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By the Numbers

•McCarthy entered the game with 11 minutes left in the fourth quarter.
•He completed 243 passing yards, setting a record for NFL history.
•McCarthy threw a 24-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Likely.
•The Giants rallied but failed to convert a late 4th-and-1 opportunity.
•The Chargers remain winless at 0-6 this season.

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4:43 PMYahoo Sports — J.J. McCarthy not only made NFL history, but rubbed salt in Chargers' wounds in debut

What they're saying

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Entering with 11 minutes left, former 10th-overall pick J.J. McCarthy set an NFL record and made the Chargers' outlook even worse in his Giants debut.
— Yahoo Sports

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