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McCarthy struggles against increased blitz rate; 0-for-3 with INT after Likely TD

Giants QB J.J. McCarthy was blitzed on 50% of his dropbacks in the second half against the Commanders, up from 28.6% in the first half. McCarthy completed 8 of 14 attempts against the blitz for 155 yards, a touchdown and an interception, recording career highs in completions and passing yards against the blitz in a game. After completing the 66-yard touchdown to Isaiah Likely, McCarthy went 0-for-3 with an interception against the Commanders' blitzes. Washington safety Nick Cross blitzed eight times, generating five pressures -- a career best.

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