JJ McCarthy steps up as Giants potential starting quarterback while running back Cam Skattebo sits on bench
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Key Points:
- New York Giants coach John Harbaugh benched running back Cam Skattebo and quarterback Jameis Winston during Sunday's game due to poor performance, with Skattebo not carrying the ball despite playing and Winston throwing two interceptions.
- Backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy led a late rally, throwing for 243 yards in the final 11 minutes and helping the Giants narrow a 34-10 deficit to a 34-27 loss, making a strong case for a starting role.
- Harbaugh did not confirm Winston's status as the starter for the next game, leaving the quarterback competition open following the game.
- The Giants' running game struggled with only 84 yards, and Harbaugh highlighted a need for one of the four competing running backs, including Skattebo, Najee Harris, Tyrone Tracy, and Devin Singletary, to step up and improve.
- McCarthy, recently acquired from the Vikings, expressed determination to improve despite the loss, signaling potential changes in the Giants' lineup moving forward.
