Overview
- The New York Giants defeated the Houston Texans 27-21 in overtime on Sunday after Devin Singletary broke free for a 30-yard touchdown run that ended the game.
- Rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy earned praise for a strong first start that helped the Giants rally on the road and sustain late-game drives.
- Coach John Harbaugh energetically joined the postgame celebration and tackled Singletary on the field, a moment widely replayed on social media and noted as part of a new team culture.
- The win improved New York to 4-2-1 and put the Giants in first place in the NFC East as they head into a Week 8 bye with momentum.
- Harbaugh credited the entire roster for the result, pointing to blocking, tackling and special teams work, and the running back room combined for the bulk of the Giants' rushing yards in the game.