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New York Giants explore J.J. McCarthy after Jaxson Dart injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 8:36 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

New York Giants explore J.J. McCarthy after Jaxson Dart injury

Summary

The New York Giants began the 2026 NFL season by defeating the Dallas Cowboys, but faced a setback when quarterback Jaxson Dart suffered a season-ending knee injury against the Los Angeles Rams. Jameis Winston will start against the Tennessee Titans in Week 3. With speculation surrounding the Giants' quarterback situation, NFL Insider Tom Pelissero reported they have shown interest in Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who has faced injury challenges but has potential as a low-cost option. The Giants extensively scouted McCarthy prior to the 2025 draft and may reconsider him now.

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By the Numbers

•Giants defeated Cowboys in Week 1.
•Jaxson Dart suffered a knee injury against Rams.
•Jameis Winston will start against Titans in Week 3.
•Giants previously scouted J.J. McCarthy extensively.
•McCarthy has potential as a low-cost acquisition.

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8:36 PMYahoo Sports — New York Giants Get Intriguing J.J. McCarthy Update Amid QB Rumors

What they're saying

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The New York Giants started off the 2026 NFL season with a bang, defeating the NFC East rival Dallas Cowboys in Week 1. Heading into their Week 2 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, there was a lot of excitement surrounding the team. Jaxson Dart, the second-year starting quarterback, looked sharp against the Cowboys. He […] The post New York Giants Get Intriguing J.J. McCarthy Update Amid QB Rumors appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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