Overview
- McCarthy was a full participant in Tuesday’s practice and is expected to make his first home start for the Giants on Thursday against the Washington Commanders.
- He suffered a hip pointer described as a deep bone bruise against the Eagles that briefly took him out of that game and affected his mobility.
- Coach John Harbaugh said McCarthy "looked good" after practice and McCarthy said he "feels really good," stressing his desire to play despite routine aches.
- Analysts and local coverage advise the Giants to avoid called quarterback runs and instead let McCarthy use his legs on broken plays or in short, clear-yardage reads to reduce contact risk.
- Practice notes also show rookie CB Colton Hood dislocated a finger but should be fine, OLBs Abdul Carter and Malik Harrison were limited, and several skill players were upgraded to full participation, which shapes short-term game planning and the wider evaluation of the quarterback room.