Giants turning to J.J. McCarthy experiment with hopes of unlocking untapped potential

The New York Giants have decided to start quarterback J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston heading into Sunday's game against the Houston Texans. Head coach John Harbaugh and his staff made the switch after determining Winston's offensive limitations would hamper the team over the remaining 11 games. With starting quarterback Jaxson Dart sidelined until 2027, the team hopes McCarthy can unlock his potential and keep them atop the NFC East.

McCarthy, who previously went 6-4 as a starter for the Minnesota Vikings, impressed in relief during last week's 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints. He faces a tough test against a Texans defense featuring NFL sack leader Will Anderson Jr., while the Giants also deal with the season-ending shoulder injury to leading tackler Tremaine Edmunds.