After the New York Giants acquired J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings in late September 2026 for a 2027 fifth-round pick, the former first-rounder entered a crowded quarterback situation.
J.J. McCarthy was the Giants’ third-string quarterback before Week 4 but there has been a few changes now which promotes his position to a backup and there are reasons for that.
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J.J. McCarthy promoted as a backup
With starter Jaxson Dart sidelined for the season by a knee injury, Jameis Winston took over as the No.
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