J.J. McCarthy joins Giants with unclear path to being starting quarterback
J.J. McCarthy is practicing for the first time since joining the New York Giants following a trade from Minnesota. But coach John Harbaugh has said repeatedly that Jameis Winston will start at quarterback Sunday against Arizona. The big question now is how long Winston will remain in that role. The Giants have not said whether McCarthy or practice squad QB Jake Haener will back up for the Cardinals game.
Giving up a fifth-round pick after losing Jaxson Dart and linebacker Brian Burns for the season suggests McCarthy could get the nod at some point.
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