J.J. McCarthy trade grades as Giants, Vikings swing QB deal - usatoday.com

The New York Giants acquired quarterback J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, Sept. 28, sending a 2027 fifth-round pick in return, following a season-ending knee injury to starter Jaxson Dart.
New coach John Harbaugh had said the team was weighing "all options" at quarterback, and the deal adds a starting-capable option should veteran fill-in Jameis Winston continue to struggle.
McCarthy, the former No. 10 overall pick with two years left on his rookie contract, fell out of favor in Minnesota after a turbulent lone season marked by injuries and erratic ball placement and decision-making.
USA TODAY graded the trade a B- for the Giants, noting that obtaining a young former first-rounder for a mid-Day 3 pick is sound business, though McCarthy's pro track record has been uneven.
Harbaugh, whose brother Jim coached McCarthy at Michigan, said Winston would remain the starter even after the addition, but Winston's inconsistent accuracy leaves the door open for McCarthy to eventually get a chance.
Coordinator Matt Nagy may need to tailor the offense to McCarthy's strengths making plays on the move, though the Giants' lack of offensive weapons and his history of inconsistency present challenges.