JJ McCarthy Plays Tonight at MetLife Stadium Despite Hip Injury

J.J. McCarthy is set to play as the New York Giants' starting quarterback in their primetime matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium, despite suffering a hip injury that required him to leave Sunday's game. While McCarthy left his previous contest with what medical experts identified as an oblique muscle injury and was listed as questionable for return, he returned late in the fourth quarter after appearing unable to function due to pain. His performance prior to departing included nine completions on 13 attempts for 101 yards before being sacked five times.

McCarthy has quickly adapted to life with the Giants since his trade from Minnesota six weeks ago and is eager to showcase his skills in front of home fans during this milestone start at MetLife Stadium. Although he recently relieved Jameis Winston on the sideline, McCarthy remains deeply entrenched in the program and intends to introduce himself fully to the New York crowd.