Best of the Giants on WFAN: Why the Giants were forced to trade for J.J. McCarthy
Best of the Giants on WFAN: Why the Giants were forced to trade for J.J. McCarthy  
Podcast: The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle
Published On: Tue Sep 29 2026
Description: An ugly victory couldn't mask the panic in Big Blue's front office following a season-ending ACL injury to star pass-rusher Brian Burns and a desperation trade for J.J. McCarthy. With Jameis Winston struggling to run the offense and key starters dropping fast, the Giants find themselves treading thin ice as their season descends into high-stakes drama.