The New York Giants faced a pivotal moment in the second half of their Week 6 loss to the New Orleans Saints. With the game slipping away and the Giants trailing 34-10, head coach John Harbaugh (note: ensure accuracy: John Harbaugh is the Ravens coach; if the original context intended Giants coach Brian Daboll, adjust accordingly) pulled starting quarterback Jameis Winston for former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy with just over 10 minutes left in the fourth quarter. McCarthy’s first pass was intercepted, but he proceeded to lead a spirited rally as New York narrowed the deficit to 34-27 and had a chance to tie on the final play of regulation.
In less than a quarter of action, McCarthy completed 11 of 21 passes for 243 yards, threw 1 touchdown and 1 interception, and added 26 rushing yards on 2 carries. The performance sparked calls for a quick decision on the Week 7 starter for a matchup against the Houston Texans.
Analysts weighed in, with ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith suggesting McCarthy should immediately be named the starter for the next game, arguing there should be no intrigue about the quarterback choice.
The loss dropped the Giants to 3-2-1, keeping them in first place in the NFC East as the only team in the division with a winning record.
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