The New York Giants’ quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, leaves the team’s win over the Philadelphia Eagles with a hip injury, but several outlets report he is trending toward playing again on Thursday against Washington. ESPN and CBS Sports say Giants coach John Harbaugh expresses optimism about McCarthy’s availability after he returned during the Eagles game.

Multiple reports also emphasize how his status affects the Giants’ short-week planning. The New York Post highlights recovery time concerns while still suggesting a promising outlook for key offensive players. Fox News adds extra context about how the injury changed the in-game plan, mentioning that Jameis Winston took over after McCarthy was forced out.

Beyond immediate game-readiness updates, Yahoo Sports coverage also includes additional cautionary framing: one report includes an insider warning about McCarthy’s reputation and consistency tied to his “injury scare” narrative. Separate Yahoo Sports NFL updates note that he is listed as limited on a practice report and appears on track for Week 10, indicating a gradual monitoring approach.