The New York Giants traded for quarterback J.J. McCarthy, according to multiple outlets. The Washington Times reported the Giants sent a 2027 fifth-round pick in the deal.
Giants coach John Harbaugh said McCarthy 'will make us a stronger football team,' according to USA Today. However, The Washington Times reported Harbaugh also said Jameis Winston remains the starting quarterback, adding a caveat about the future: 'But I don't know. Nobody knows.'
Before the trade, Harbaugh gathered information on McCarthy by leaning on his brother Jim Harbaugh, who coached McCarthy at Michigan, while general manager Joe Schoen conducted his own evaluation, according to Yahoo Sports.
CBS Sports criticized the trade, arguing that giving up draft capital for what it described as a demoted former first-round pick made little sense for the team.
How each side covered it
Left
- USA Today reported Harbaugh's comment that McCarthy 'will make us a stronger football team.'
“J.J. McCarthy 'will make us a stronger football team'” — USA Today
Center
- Yahoo Sports reported Harbaugh consulted his brother Jim Harbaugh, who coached McCarthy at Michigan.
- Yahoo Sports noted general manager Joe Schoen conducted his own evaluation of McCarthy.
- CBS Sports argued the trade made little sense given the draft capital spent on a demoted former first-round pick.
“The Giants' trade for J.J. McCarthy makes no sense -- for more reasons than one” — CBS Sports
Right
- The Washington Times reported the Giants gave up a 2027 fifth-round pick in the trade.
- The Washington Times quoted Harbaugh saying Winston remains the starter, with added uncertainty about the future.
“Harbaugh backs Winston as Giants land McCarthy: 'But I don't know. Nobody knows'” — The Washington Times
Questions readers ask
What happened with the Giants and J.J. McCarthy?
The New York Giants traded for quarterback J.J. McCarthy. According to The Washington Times, the team gave up a 2027 fifth-round pick in the deal.
Is J.J. McCarthy expected to start for the Giants?
Not immediately. The Washington Times reported that coach John Harbaugh said Jameis Winston remains the starting quarterback, though Harbaugh added uncertainty about the future.
What did coach John Harbaugh say about the trade?
Harbaugh said McCarthy 'will make us a stronger football team,' according to USA Today. The Washington Times also quoted him saying Winston is still the starter but that the future is uncertain.
How did outlets differ in covering the McCarthy trade?
Left-leaning USA Today emphasized Harbaugh's positive comments about McCarthy strengthening the team, while center outlet CBS Sports questioned the trade's value, and right-leaning The Washington Times focused on Harbaugh's comments about Winston remaining the starter.
Did Jim Harbaugh play a role in the trade?
According to Yahoo Sports, John Harbaugh consulted his brother Jim Harbaugh, who coached McCarthy during his time at Michigan, before the Giants completed the trade.
Sources · 5 outlet reports
- USA TodayLeft-leaningGiants' John Harbaugh: J.J. McCarthy 'will make us a stronger football team'
- CBS SportsCenterWhen will J.J. McCarthy start for Giants? Why John Harbaugh could make QB change sooner than expected
- Yahoo SportsCenterJohn Harbaugh Makes Feelings Known on J.J. McCarthy Trade to Giants
- New York PostRight-leaningExclusive | Insiders tell The Post how J.J. McCarthy can make the most of his Giants chance
- The Washington TimesRight-leaningHarbaugh backs Winston as Giants land McCarthy: 'But I don't know. Nobody knows'