New York – In the post‑game press conference following the Giants’ overtime triumph over the Houston Texans, head coach Joe Harbaugh gave credit where it was due: the players and the Lord God. Harbaugh opened by saying, “First of all, I just want to humbly say, very grateful to my Lord, High Rock, Protector and Stronghold, the Lord God in heaven,” before turning his praise to the team’s effort.
Key performances from McCarthy and Skattebo
Quarterback J.J. McCarthy, the Giants’ newly‑named starter, delivered a solid debut, completing 20 of 28 passes for 252 yards. While he did not throw a touchdown, he avoided interceptions and fumbles, earning Harbaugh’s commendation: “He sure didn’t play perfect but he played a heck of a football game. He deserves a lot of credit.”
Running back Cam Skattebo was the night’s standout, rushing for a career‑high 124 yards. He broke through for a defining run in overtime that set up the winning field‑goal position, and later added a 16‑yard touchdown run. Skattebo’s aggressive style even resulted in a 15‑yard unnecessary‑roughness penalty after he lowered his head into Texans safety M.J. Stewart, a call Harbaugh noted would have shocked legends like Larry Csonka, Jim Brown and Earl Campbell.
Team resilience and future outlook
Harbaugh, who had benched Skattebo the previous week, praised the running back’s “fierce joy” on the field. The coach also highlighted the Giants’ status as the only NFC East team with a winning record, emphasizing that the young quarterback and running back duo signals a promising direction for the franchise despite earlier uncertainty surrounding the quarterback position.
“We’re going to be in it until the end now,” Harbaugh said, expressing confidence that the team can meet upcoming challenges. The victory, secured by a field goal after a 42‑yard overtime run set up the scoring opportunity, underscores the Giants’ ability to execute under pressure.
Looking ahead
With McCarthy officially named starter and Skattebo back in the rotation, the Giants appear poised to remain competitive in the NFC East. Harbaugh’s acknowledgment of both the players’ effort and divine guidance reflects the team’s blend of hard work and faith‑based gratitude as they continue their season.
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