Giants acquire J.J. McCarthy from Vikings for 2027 fifth-round pick

McCarthy had been serving as the third-string quarterback in Minnesota behind Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz . New York adds depth at quarterback after starter Jaxson Dart was ruled out for the remainder of the regular season due to a torn MCL and meniscus.

New York started veteran Jameis Winston and called up Jake Haener to serve as his backup in the Week 3 win over the Titans. Even though the Giants picked up their second win of the season, Winston struggled, and New York's 12 points were from four field goals.

This move gets McCarthy a fresh start as the 23-year-old is still in just his third year in the league. The former Michigan Wolverine played for Jim Harbaugh in college and will now play for his brother, John Harbaugh, with the Giants.