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Backup Jameis Winston was benched in favor of recent acquisition J.J. McCarthy in the second half of their loss to the Saints. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed McCarthy as the starter for Week 7.

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McCarthy confirmed as Giants starter after Dart's injury.

After Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury, backup Jameis Winston was benched in favor of recent acquisition J.J. McCarthy in the second half of the Giants' loss to the Saints. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed McCarthy as the starter for Week 7.

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J.J. McCarthyPositiveProjection

McCarthy's first Giants start was dominant; demolished Texans defense after Minnesota demotion.

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J.J. McCarthy has 0 trade value, minimal asset status.

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J.J. McCarthyNegativeProjection

McCarthy's 10.1 YPA is likely unsustainable; expect regression in yards per attempt.

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J.J. McCarthyPositiveProjection

McCarthy's 9 YPA and elite accuracy metrics make him a clear upgrade over Winston.

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McCarthy's impact transformed Giants' trajectory in Week 7.

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