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Why Giants are starting McCarthy over Jameis

October 22, 2026 09:15 AM

Mike Florio and Chris Simms discuss J.J. McCarthy being named the Giants’ starter, looking at his time with the Vikings and why he was ultimately selected over Jameis Winston.

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