Overview
- McCarthy left the Philadelphia game after a tackle by Eagles linebacker Zack Baun with a hip complaint, spent one drive in the locker room, then returned to finish the game.
- He completed 12 of 19 passes for 127 yards, rushed four times for 22 yards and was sacked five times while recording no turnovers.
- McCarthy credited the Giants’ training staff for getting him back on the field and coach John Harbaugh praised his decision to play through the issue.
- Jameis Winston relieved McCarthy during the play he exited on, went 6 of 8 for 71 yards and threw the game’s lone touchdown, and would likely start if McCarthy is unavailable.
- The team has rapidly accelerated McCarthy’s evaluation since trading for him and has adapted play-calls to protect his mobility, so his short-term health will shape the quarterback decision and roster planning this week.