“Is J.J. McCarthy Not Allowed to Throw the Ball”: NFL Fans Call for Giants QB’s “Rushing Packages to Be Scrapped” After "Obvious" Outcome

Giants’ J.J. McCarthy sees first action in limited backup QB package

“I do [like how McCarthy’s snaps looked], and I think we’ll grow,” Harbaugh said after the 27-27 tie.

J.J. McCarthy makes Giants debut — but he’s a long way from starting

McCarthy’s only two passes were on a jet sweep and a bubble screen — nothing down the field.

“Is J.J. McCarthy not allowed to throw the ball”: NFL fans call for Giants QB’s “rushing packages to be scrapped” after "obvious" outcome

The New York Giants got creative against the Washington Commanders. The Giants ran two rushing packages for J.J. McCarthy.

Giants Play QB J.J. McCarthy in Second Half Against Commanders

The New York Giants played backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy on first drive of the second half against the Washington Commanders.

There's Been a J.J. McCarthy Sighting Down in New York

Apparently, J.J. McCarthy is going to play a role in New York. The Giants’ depth option is operating behind starter Jameis Winston. What’s of note, though, is that the Giants found a way to layer Mr. McCarthy into the most recent game, leaning on his athleticism to introduce a new dynamic to New York’s offense. Something to watch is whether the humble workload in Week 5 foreshadows what’s to come in the 2026 season. Giants QB2 J.J. McCarthy Play…

JJ McCarthy Giants Debut: New York Bring QB In Second Half vs Commanders After Jameis Winston Struggles In NFL Week 5

JJ McCarthy makes his Giants debut in the second half against the Commanders after Jameis Winston struggles in NFL Week 5.