Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy is expected to play Thursday against the Commanders after leaving Sunday’s 19-11 win over the Eagles with a hip pointer. He returned after missing one series and helped New York secure its first win in Philadelphia since 2013.

By the Numbers
  • McCarthy completed 12 of 19 passes for 127 yards against Philadelphia, with no touchdowns or interceptions.
  • The Giants are 2-0 in games McCarthy has started.
  • New York leads the NFC East outright.
Yes, But

McCarthy is on track to play, but his hip pointer was serious enough to keep him out for one series. The Giants’ only touchdown came during his absence, when Jameis Winston led a long scoring drive.

State of Play
  • Coach John Harbaugh said Monday that McCarthy is “doing well” and “does look like he’s going to play.”
  • McCarthy returned Sunday and helped set up a field goal with key third-down plays.
  • The Giants host Washington on Thursday night, nearly a month after the teams’ overtime tie.
What’s Next

McCarthy’s availability will be clearer by Thursday, when New York faces Washington in a matchup with NFC East implications.

Bottom Line

McCarthy appears likely to start, but the Giants’ win also showed they can lean on Winston and their defense if the rookie’s injury limits him.