
Wilson and Long defend Giants' McCarthy trade as a mutual reset
Former Giants quarterback Russell Wilson and Pro Bowler Kyle Long argued on CBS Sports that the trade of J.J. McCarthy to New York is a 'great' fit for both parties. Wilson emphasized that McCarthy needs a fresh start after a difficult tenure in Minnesota, while the Giants require a backup following the season-ending knee injury of starter Jaxson Dart. Long stressed the importance of clear messaging that Jameis Winston remains the current starter and Dart is the long-term franchise quarterback. The trade, which involved a 2027 fifth-round pick, allows McCarthy to learn under Winston while providing the Giants with a high-draft backup who previously won a college title under Jim Harbaugh.













