Giants start quarterback review after McCarthy’s fourth-quarter rally

Giants start quarterback review after McCarthy’s fourth-quarter rally

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Head coach John Harbaugh said on 19 October that the New York Giants have begun a review of their quarterback options after J. J. McCarthy sparked a 269-yard fourth-quarter rally in the 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints.

The Giants erased a 24-point deficit in the fourth quarter, but the Saints held on for the win on 16 October. Earlier in the game, Harbaugh had replaced Jameis Winston with McCarthy after Winston threw two interceptions, prompting the team to reassess both quarterback and running-back roles. The defeat coincided with the Cleveland Browns moving into a tie for first place in the AFC North.

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October 19, 2026
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Giants evaluate quarterback options after J.J. McCarthy sparks fourth-quarter rally
Giants evaluate quarterback options after J.J. McCarthy sparks fourth-quarter rally

Yahoo Sports • 19 Oct 02:23

J.J. McCarthy led a 269-yard comeback in the fourth quarter of the Giants’ loss to the Saints, prompting head coach John Harbaugh to say the quarterback review process is starting now.

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October 18, 2026
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Giants fall to Saints as Browns seize AFC North lead in Week 6
Giants fall to Saints as Browns seize AFC North lead in Week 6

CBS Sports • 18 Oct 23:52

The New York Giants lost 34-27 to the New Orleans Saints, while the Cleveland Browns moved into a tie for first place in the AFC North after a victory over the Baltimore Ravens.

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Giants evaluate quarterback and running back roles after Sunday loss
Giants evaluate quarterback and running back roles after Sunday loss

Fox News • 18 Oct 23:09

New York Giants coach John Harbaugh substituted J.J. McCarthy for Jameis Winston, who threw two interceptions, and left running back Cam Skattebo without carries, prompting a review of the team's quarterback and backfield options.

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Giants rally late but fall 34-27 to Saints
Giants rally late but fall 34-27 to Saints

NBC Sports • 18 Oct 20:39

New York's Giants erased a 24-point deficit in the fourth quarter, but New Orleans held on for a 34-27 victory.

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Giants replace Jameis Winston with J.J. McCarthy as Saints extend lead
Giants replace Jameis Winston with J.J. McCarthy as Saints extend lead

NBC Sports • 18 Oct 19:48

The New York Giants substituted quarterback Jameis Winston for rookie J.J. McCarthy after falling behind 34-10 in the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints.

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