J.J. McCarthy Shines With 252 Yards in First Giants Start

New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy impressed in his first start for the team, completing 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards in a 27-21 overtime win over the Houston Texans. McCarthy showed poise and arm talent, connecting on 40-plus yard plays to Malachi Fields and executing critical downfield throws to Malik Nabers. His presence helped unlock a multidimensional offense that generated 420 total yards in a crucial NFC East victory.