JJ McCarthy Exits Game with Hip Injury, Returns Later

New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy returned to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles after briefly exiting with a hip injury during the third quarter on Sunday, November 8, 2026. During the Giants' opening drive of the second half, McCarthy took a heavy hit to his midsection from Eagles linebacker Zack Baun at the end of a zone-option run. Although he was able to jog to the sideline, he attempted a warmup throw and immediately went down on one knee in visible pain. McCarthy was initially evaluated in the medical tent before heading to the locker room. The New York Giants official X account announced he was questionable to return with a hip injury. Veteran backup Jameis Winston briefly came into the game in relief and threw a touchdown pass to take the lead. McCarthy was able to check back into the contest with 17 seconds remaining in the third quarter.