J.J. McCarthy Emotionally Thanks Team After Giants' Overtime Victory

J.J. McCarthy led the New York Giants to an overtime victory against the Houston Texans in his first start, delivering an emotional speech in the locker room afterward. Despite not throwing any touchdowns, McCarthy completed 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards. The Giants' running backs scored all the team's touchdowns, with Jameis Winston adding one on a quarterback sneak. McCarthy was traded to the Giants in September and was named the starter after a strong performance in the fourth quarter of a Week 6 loss to the Saints.

Key facts

• J.J. McCarthy led the Giants to an overtime victory against the Texans in his first start.
• McCarthy completed 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards without throwing any touchdowns or interceptions.
• The Giants' running backs scored all the team's touchdowns, with Jameis Winston adding one on a quarterback sneak.
• McCarthy was traded to the Giants in September and was named the starter after a strong performance in the fourth quarter of a Week 6 loss to the Saints.

Sources

• New York Post