Week 7 of the NFL sees the Cowboys rout the Eagles 38-21, while former Purdue Boilermakers shine. Tyrone Tracy Jr. scores a rushing TD for the Giants in a 27-21 win over the Texans, adding a reception and 53 kickoff return yards. Derrick Barnes records six tackles in Detroit’s 20-17 victory over Green Bay, and George Karlaftis notches a tackle‑for‑loss and two QB hits as the Chiefs fall 20-3 to Seattle. Baker Mayfield returns for Tampa Bay, which dominates Carolina 43-13, though Payne Durham remains unused. The 49ers lose 29-20 to Atlanta despite Jalen Graham’s solo tackle, and the Raiders are beaten 35-21 by the Rams.
The Texans, Saints, Giants, and 49ers have a bye this week, giving fantasy managers plenty of hurdles to clear to […]
During the Giants' 27-21 overtime win over the Texans on Oct. 26, running back Cam Skattebo is flagged for unnecessary roughness after lowering his helmet into safety M.J. Stewart on a seven‑yard gain. The penalty sparks outrage from Skattebo, his dad Leo Skattebo III (who posted “Looks clean to me” on X), and Giants coach John Harbaugh, who argue the rule unfairly targets physical runners. Skattebo, who posted 124 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries after a touch‑less week, says the NFL praises his style in promos but punishes it on the field. The incident fuels the ongoing debate over helmet‑contact safety rules.
In the Giants' 27‑21 overtime win over the Houston Texans on Oct. 25, backup QB Jameis Winston contributed four carries, a rushing TD and a 19‑yard handoff to Cam Skattebo without displacing starter J.J. McCarthy, who threw for 252 yards on 20‑of‑28 passing. The article argues the Giants should retain a limited short‑yardage package for Winston after the bye, using the same personnel to keep defenses guessing, rather than reopening the quarterback debate. It notes practical considerations—substitution timing, alignment, and handoff credibility—while emphasizing that McCarthy remains the primary offense.
New York Giants rookie Cam Skattebo draws a rare unnecessary‑roughness flag for lowering his helmet during a 5:17‑into‑the‑first‑quarter run against the Houston Texans, wiping out a seven‑yard gain and costing the Giants 15 yards. Former quarterback Drew Brees blasted the call on Instagram, calling it “textbook tough physical run.” Former players Jacob Hester and Scott Shanle joined the outcry, while coach John Harbaugh also disagreed. Despite the controversy, Skattebo posted 124 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries, helping the Giants beat Houston 27‑21 and improve to 4‑2‑1.
The New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy received a game ball from head coach John Harbaugh after his first start for the team against the Houston Texans. He then addressed his teammates in the locker room. McCarthy spoke about the support he received from his teammates and the group’s resilience. He also told them he […]
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Oh my, the Houston Texans have been one of the NFL’s most disappointing teams. And silly penalties are part of the problem. The panic meter is bulging. Can the Texans’ defense rediscover its elite 2025 form after yet another brutal performance? The Texans couldn’t solve JJ McCarthy and the Giants in a 27-21 overtime loss […]
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New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh took a spill while hugging running back Devin Singletary following his game-winning touchdown run in overtime during Sunday's 27-21 win over the Houston Texans.
The Houston Texans fall to a 2-5 record on the season after suffering a tough 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants in Week 7. After appearing to finally right the ship in their previous two games, the defense just had no answers for J.J. McCarthy, Cam Skattebo, or Malik Nabers. With the NFL […]
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On Sunday, the New York Giants improved to 4-2-1 on the 2026 season with a narrow road win over the Houston Texans. Cam Skattebo was back in the field for the Giants in this one after being benched last week for his fumbling issues in the prior game against the Washington Commanders. Opinions on head […]
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Welcome back, RotoBallers, to our Cut List Rankings for fantasy football Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season. With another […]
Veteran linebacker Micah McFadden returns to the New York Giants’ lineup for his first start since the 2025 opener and posts a 10‑tackle performance, including two tackles for loss and a QB hit, in the Giants’ 27‑21 overtime win over the Houston Texans on Oct. 25, 2026. His impact helps New York limit Houston to just 84 rushing yards (3.4 ypc) and hold the Texans to three conversions on 12 third‑down tries, while C.J. Stroud is held to a season‑low 153 passing yards. The Giants, now 4‑2‑1 entering a Week 8 bye, still cope with key injuries to Tremaine Edmunds, Jevon Holland and Greg Newsome II.
JJ McCarthy’s wife celebrates his Giants overtime win.
On Sunday, the New York Giants picked up their fourth win of the season with a narrow road victory over the Houston Texans. This game marked the first New York start for JJ McCarthy, and the former first-round draft pick largely performed well, making some big plays down the stretch against a Texans defense that […]
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Despite Sunday's loss to the New York Giants, Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio hasn't changed his mind about quarterback C.J. Stroud's impending contract extension.
Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC, Texans GM Nick Caserio said they expect to agree to an extension with QB C.J. Stroud this offseason. Houston decided to table extension talks with Stroud to next offseason after the two sides failed to reach an agreement this offseason. He’s currently in the fourth year of his rookie deal, […]
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The Vikings’ decision to trade rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the New York Giants for a fifth‑round pick is drawing sharp criticism as McCarthy leads the Giants to a 27‑point overtime win over the Houston Texans. He completed 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards, showcasing poise against a strong Texans defense. Analysts like Ari Meirov, Mina Kimes, and Bill Simmons argue Minnesota missed a rare chance to develop a high‑potential QB, especially as their current backup Max Brosmer pales in comparison. With the Vikings set to face the Detroit Lions next, the trade’s fallout could sting the franchise.
Cam Skattebo burst onto the Giants' offense with a career‑high 124 rushing yards on 17 carries, including a 42‑yard overtime run, in the 27‑21 win over the Houston Texans on Oct. 25, 2026. After going touch‑free the week before, he also forced six missed tackles and added a touchdown. The article argues the Giants should give Skattebo a consistent role post‑bye, while still rotating Devin Singletary, who contributed 41 yards and a 30‑yard TD, and monitoring Tyrone Tracy Jr.’s hamstring status ahead of the Week 8 matchup in Philadelphia.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo was chagrined over his unnecessary roughness penalty in Sunday's 27-21 win over the Houston Texans.
Devin Singletary caps an overtime thriller with a 30‑yard TD run, giving the New York Giants a 27‑21 win over the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. The Giants, now 4‑2‑1, dominated on the ground with 188 rushing yards, highlighted by Cam Skattebo’s 124 yards and a touchdown. Freshman QB J.J. McCarthy threw for 252 yards, three TD passes and added a 1‑yard rushing score. Houston, falling to 2‑5, managed just 237 yards and struggled on third downs, despite C.J. Stroud’s late TD pass to Xavier Hutchinson that forced overtime. The victory puts New York atop the NFC East.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo made a significant impact in the team’s Week 7 overtime win over the Houston Texans with an impressive 42-yard run. However, he wisely slid to the ground at the 30-yard line after feeling a twinge in his hamstring, avoiding being caught from behind. Following the thrilling win, there […]
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A recent Reacts survey shows 88% of Jacksonville Jaguars fans believe the team will repeat as AFC South champions, even after a Week 6 loss to the Houston Texans. With the Texans now three games back, the Jags sit comfortably entering a Week 7 bye. Coach Liam Coen emphasizes the focus on situational football during the break. Confidence in the team's direction remains high at 80%, and odds to win Super Bowl LXI have improved, now sitting at +1200 after Week 6, down from +3000 in preseason. The article also promotes fan engagement through SB Nation polls and the app.
After her husband led the New York Giants’ win over the Houston Texans, JJ McCarthy’s wife Katya posted a message of “love” on Instagram. Katya McCarthy took to her Instagram Stories to celebrate her husband’s first win in his first start with Big Blue, writing, “God, I love you [heart on fire emoji]. So deserving,” […]
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NFL safety rules protect defenders too; just ask Cam Skattebo. Fresh off a $7,073 fine against Tennessee in Week 3, the Giants running back hit hot water again during yesterday’s 27-21 win over the Houston Texans, drawing a rare unnecessary roughness flag for lowering his helmet. As a hefty new league fine looms for his […]
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ESPN has identified the Houston Texans’ lack of a reliable running game as a major weakness in an offense that has otherwise found success through the air. Despite strong production from quarterback C.J. Stroud, Houston’s limited rushing output continues to prevent the unit from reaching its full potential during the 2026 NFL season. Stroud has […]
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